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1937 Martin 00-17
A beautiful example, the guitar has survived the years exceptionally well. It is crack-free, and shows very little finish wear. No significant repairs other than an older well-done neck reset and a slightly shaved bridge. Action and set-up are spot on thanks to our repair shop, measuring a standard 5 to 7 64ths. That's really as low as the current bridge height will allow it to go. Original tuners are on the guitar, but there is faint evidence that they were at one point replaced. No modifications to the holes, however a keen eye will see very minor chipping adjacent to the headstock bushings. Recent professional refret, original finish throughout. Modern neck feel with C carve, 1-3/4" nut width. 24.9" scale.
A big sounding smaller guitar, the 00-17 has a dry punch with the note separation and articulation Mahogany topped guitars are known for. 'Open' is a very good descriptor for this guitar, and single notes have a strong and defined fundamental with a long decay. A remarkable instrument.
With newer hardhshell case
