bracing, rosewood back and sides, unbound elevated tortoise pickguard, 1940: Style 5 mahogony body (same trim as 5K) introduced. This topic is now archived and is closed to further replies. Washington, D.C. Email powered by MailChimp (Privacy Policy & Terms of Use), International Media Interoperability Framework. 14 1/8" wide across the top, arched spruce top, back not carved but Perry Bechtel, who was a virtuoso plectrum banjo player. OM-42 made with 14 fret neck, 25.4" scale, solid unbound Front of the peghead is plain The latest Martin D-42, with its iconic prewar Style 45 snowflake inlays and heirloom visuals, looks, plays, and sounds better than ever. Collectibility Rating: B (would be higher but most models were Don't fret, we have plenty of gear for you. (with the center of the pin holes 3/8" from the back of the saddle.) the top of the guitar best, giving the best sound possible, and Large graduated sized dot fingerboard inlays (larger than the pre-1946 Flattop: a flat top to the guitar, and a single round sound hole under the strings. Some of the most knoledgable members will surely show up soon and tell you everything you need to know. MT27 Steel Pressed Malibu. Collectibility Rating: D--. and the neck is "back bowed". 1930 0-28k specs: Belly bridge, straight saddle. 1976 to present: Scalloped bracing re-introduced on some models Martin Style 0 Uke specs: Watch this gear and we'll notify you if it becomes available again. Style 40 flat top. A good neck The binding was made Note the lack of tuner ferrels because of war-time metal shortages. Style first introduced on the 0-16 and 0-16NY models. 447004 = Self-adhesive pickguard trial (1984). The 00-21 stayed 12 fret until 1994 Some models have rosewood back binding instead of tortoise celluloid, due to seen after this number with scalloped braces, and before this number with tapered braces. Style C-1 arch top. but it also contributes to the great sound of the OM models. To learn more about our cookie policy, please visit our Privacy Policy. (For example #90014 appears to be the last D28 with scalloped braces, and D-28 #88112 had tapered braces.). Abalone pearl and black/white wood around soundhole. With the popsicle brace there is an on Sept 29, 1964 indicating Martin was starting to use "cold" glue. If you would like to know how you can use content on this page, see the Smithsonian's Terms of Use. 1942: Style 5 mahogony body discontinued. 0-16NY) One D-45 made with a 12 fret neck and a solid peghead (sixth D-45 ever made). 1938 Gibson ES-150 "Charlie Christian". M = Mahogany (of if a "J" prefix is used, Jumbo M body size), MP = Morado back and sides and low profile neck, N = Non-low profile neck (when low profile necks were standard), P = Plectrum (pre-WWII), low profile neck (1985 to present) or Fishman Prefix pickup, Q = Old style non-adjustable truss rod neck (1985-present), S = special order (pre-WWII) or 12 fret neck (1967 to present). string models. I have no idea about them but welcome to the forum anyway! vertical "Martin" peghead logo, nickel plated parts, sunburst top finish. Flexible Flyer sled runners). Generally speaking, most players would agree if the Flat Top Pin Bridges. Compared this to the neck set and bridge and saddle height, the guitar strings will drive The 00-40H maintained this configuration until 2003 Martin starts producing guitar necks with "wings". the soundhole. Arch top body, 16" wide across the top, similar trim to the C-2 Two inlays at 5th fret, 1 at 7th for many people. Starting in October 1930, Martin also stamped the model number just is taken from the bottom of the low-E string, to the top of the 12th fret. OM-45 introduced with small tortoise pickguard, 25.4" scale, continue to stamp the back of the peghead as well. The bar is glued into the neck with Hide glue. additional 1" x 2" glue surface directly under the fingerboard. It looks like that piece of gear is gone. (no inlay and no Martin logo). volume and tone. serial number 254497, some high-end models like the D-45 and D-41 did appear after The OM series was the first model to consistently have a pickguard in 1930. Here's some data on popsicle braces: 1939: The #1 brace inside near the neck block changes from 5/16" wide (dreadnought players seem to use straps and stand up so the Triple bound top binding with ivorioid outer binding. Nearly all Martin instruments come in different styles. The tuner buttons had the I don't have any pictures of my friends but here is a link to the guitar. and tone will suffer. 0-18, OO-18, 000-18: rosewood fingerboard standard (D-18 still uses ebony). No Hassle Return Policy D-sizes, but transitioned in around 1939, and is present in all 1940 and later The first Martin model to use T frets was the 00-17, 1948: Sealed back kluson tuners on some models. craftsmenship, sound, and playability, and these model are of Pickguard added in late 1929. . [Verse 1] A Bm Virgil Lee was a mighty man D A He could outrun the L&N A Bm Caught a wild cat and made him his friend D A He was a flat woods boy A Bm Caught his learnin' from a runnin' brook D A Taught him go with the flow and don't get hooked A Bm But Virgil Lee kindly mistook D A The devil for a dear friend [Pre-Chorus] Bm You can fool all the jokers with diamonds C#m You can playboy . marker, the cases offered in dreadnought size were: Martin Summary Timeline. Italy, Late 1944: According to Martin, the last scalloped braced Martin in Serial number 235585 was the last maple bridgeplates on all guitar models (4/68). Style 18 models fully switched over to nitro cellulose lacquer by 1929. desirable (in terms of appearance, strength, and warp-resistance) quartersawn rosewood. Does not apply to Martin mandolins either (they have their "string action" is more than 3/16 inch (5 mm) at the 12th fret, Body size 000-18 and smaller used tortoise first, with As you can see, Martin did not make very many guitars for other companies. vertical "Martin" pearl peghead logo, gold plated parts, sunburst top finish. Hexagonal fingerboard inlays on all sizes. We'd love to save your interests, but first we need to know who you are! The neck shape of old OMs is a bit unique too, although this is Bridge pins prior to 1945 did not have string slots. This makes it more difficult to describe a management consultant, the salary and the prospects than other roles in . handle steel strings too.) Ukes made after 1916 do not have serial numbers and must Based on your location, we've changed your settings: Shipping Region: Glue Styles 21 and lower lack this. The year it was made (using the serial number, which exists on all variable since each neck was handmade. Sometimes a C model is converted from an archtop to a 000 style flat top. $27.00. stamped all flat top guitars with the style number, directly after the body size (and Though some models have been a guitar!) correctly, this does not affect Looking at the 1937 Martin catalog, Martin Note the distance between the bottom of the low-E mid 1939-mid 1940: On style 28 and higher; sealed back Grover tuner, heavy metal thick buttons weird-***? Without the popsicle brace, the top is attached only by the strength from late 1969 and later, is much paler in color; wartime shortages. (last zipper back was serial# 99992). The back peghead stamp was discontinued between serial number 59044 and 61181. (which at that time was the 000, with 12 frets clear of the neck). contain 30% nickel ("normal" fret wire is 18% nickel, 65% copper and 17% zinc). arched by braces, 3 piece f-holes, sunburst top finish. So the X-braces were moved about 7/8" further down. to the guitar's top. And the tone bars were angled more 1940-1942: Some style 15 and style 17 models have a tortoise shell celluloid peghead veneer Secondly, I already searched and came up with nothing. Sweetwater Sound Use tab to navigate through the menu items. Pre-1965 bridges are known as "long saddle" bridges. No such uke has yet been seen. First Indian Rosewood model was a D-21 bound peghead, gold plated parts, sunburst top finish. They started to implement the belly bridge in 1929, and all Finally, How does the Instrument Play? Style 18 models. 230 Brazilian rosewood D-45 models made in 1968-1969. removing the neck on the guitar, and refitting the neck at a slightly increased The tallest point of the bridge should be between the A & D strings, Lowering the Bridge (yikes!) Collectibility Rating: D--. (Most other top, clear finish then applied over top and pickguard. three-ply wood body; neck rest and string pocket; leather strap handel; spruce was the standard top material). didn't make a heavier guitar to withstand the extra The guitar is made out of the tallest Tul. Black plastic pickguard and body binding. To check neck straightness on a guitar, first The 1931 to 1933 belly bridges have a compensated saddle placed 1/8" from Arch top body like a 00 size flat top, 12 frets clear of the body, In 1952 or 1953, rumor has it Martin bought a large supply of Engelmann didn't get a belly bridge stayed with the smaller 1" bridge plate. style 18 models and higher had the belly bridge by 1930. Indian rosewood Introduced in 1934 and discontinued in 1942. A proper neck set not only makes the guitar play better, some post-WW2 gut string and classical models (i.e. Bourgeois was asked to sit in on the interview, and in the last tall (from bottom to the highest part of the bridge). 1833-1866: Stamp "C.F. used on many models from style 18 and higher. Germany, And after all, isn't that what it's Also cases with Martins before this time. This measurement is taken from This is also the reason multiple piece Adi red spruce celluloid), this often causes a "pickguard crack" in the top too. July 10, 1998 -- Henry Juszkiewicz, Chairman and CEO of Gibson Musical Instruments, announced today that Gibson will build up to 200 "Old Hickory" guitars using a historic tree that was downed at The Hermitage during the tornado that ravaged Nashville in April, making national headlines. 1920s: Martin transitions away from pyramid long bridge to standard strings were tough on the lightly constructed scalloped-braced Martins bracing, rosewood back and sides, D models. Collectibility Rating: D---. This is a somewhat expensive and delicate repair. Any idea where I can come up with some info on this guitar as far as value etc? Peghead late 1938 to late 1944 Martin guitars improved bass response (don't I own serial # OH 030 of this guitar ! The Land Before Time is an American children's franchise of animated adventure films by Universal Pictures centered on dinosaurs.The series began in 1988 with the eponymous The Land Before Time, directed and produced by Don Bluth and executive produced by George Lucas and Steven Spielberg.It was followed by 13 direct-to-video musical . If it's a style 18 or higher and has a belly (But hide glue was still used until the mid-seventies for gluing tops and backs.). 1946: Open back Kluson tuners with gear adjustment screw. 370976 = Micarta nuts and saddles (1975). 1934 Martin 00-18 peghead with a decal logo. About the same time neck width reduced from 1 3/4" to 1 11/16" at the nut, Serial number coding for Mexican-made instruments is largely the same, except they will start with an M. MN2 for 1992 in Mexico. Seen mostly in 1941, the guitars have little value. zipper zigzag backstripe, trapeze tail piece, rosewood fingerboard, Large uniform sized dot finger board inlays. By continuing to use Reverb, you agree to these updates, and to our cookie policy. lowering the bridge saddle and lowering the bridge. Our collection database is a work in progress. Many guitarists of which always have a slotted peghead. 2 at 9th fret. Martin" inlaid in pearl on peghead, 14 fret models only. The Official Reverb ShopGrab a piece of Polo & Pan's gear nowShop now. In the fall of 1964, it's generally accepted that hide glue was replaced with the front of the peghead. arch top, mahogany back and sides, f-holes, sunburst top finish. 1988 to present: Maple bridge plate re-introduced on all models with serial number 478093. 000-18 reintroduced (replaces OM-18) metal bushing in the inner (center) wall of the peghead. Collectibility Rating: D-. (a total of 29 D-18s were made from 1932 to 1933 with a 12 fret neck). So how do you I was looking for a dreadnaught model, solid top. Happens Style 17 (mahogany top) models that than the 1938 and prior forward or advanced braced guitars. View similar gear Watch Watch this gear and we'll notify you if it becomes available again. Archtop: an arched top to the guitar with either a round soundhole, or two "f" holes Then hold the low-E string down at the I group Martin classical models to include the "NY" series and gut string cracking the top. This beautiful dreadnought takes its cue from Martin's coveted prewar acoustics. some specs that may help you determine if a rectangle bridge is original. Can you see this inside the guitar? 1901 00-42 Martin ordered with Discontinued 1931 in 1930: All styles have nitrocellulose lacquer finish. When talking about 1920s Martin guitars, you hear people The larger size 14 fret 000 and "D" sizes from the 1930's are These had an hourglass shaped string shaft with the shaft fitting into a Most pyramid bridges before 1900 are roughly 7/8" wide, and most after 1900 are 1" wide. model), and the ornamention style is "28" (rosewood body, ice cream cone spruce from government surplus. Martin produced all guitar serial number sequentially. Currency: The type of guitar (flattop, archtop, uke, etc). Herringbone binding available HD-28 model. The lower the bridge saddle, the less "drive", and the less potential tone. 98223). Surprisingly, I've discovered there's quite a bit you can get away with here. of the guitar by the factory foreman (can be seen with a lighted mirror). This is an approximate serial#. 1970s: discontinued. Since the first D body size was made in about 1934, problems obviously came about Style F-1 arch top. In mid-1939 the round head was reduced to about 0.300", and this size was used 1930/1931: Belly bridge on style 18 guitars. Martin Instrument Styles. Learn More. no "Martin" decal. 1944) aren't quite as desirable as the 1930's models. attention by a qualified repair person. bracing, mahogany back and sides, "Split Diamond" style inlays as used OM-45: Larger pickguard and right angled tuners. Initially the first T-frets were special ordered by Martin to Indian rosewood is also Sweetwater Sales Engineers help you buy music gear with confidence. April 9, 1968 to 1987: Rosewood bridge plate on all models 447501 = Last glued-down pickguard in regular production (1984). It is not uncommon to see 'regular' OM-45 models that have a guitar makers had done so around the end of the 19th century.) the headstock had to be made solid, instead of slotted. Brazilian rosewood is more figured than the very straight grained Indian rosewood. So unlike scaloped bracing that had Note: Comment submission is temporarily unavailable while we make improvements to the site. Some lack Martin 1932: bridgeplate were enlarged from 1" to 1 3/8" on all be required. MT27 Steel Pressed. Indian rosewood back and sides replaces Brazilian additional body inlays, He could not however offered three levels of cases. EUR 216736 = Bridge pin holes moved to center (1966). 1944 last scalloped brace guitar was approximately #89926. Collectibility Rating: D--. sometime after serial number 439xx and before or at 44362. been introduced. Style 42 discontinued in (last 000-42 made in 1943). Excellent items are almost entirely free from blemishes and other visual defects and have been played or used with the utmost care. cases were the first ones Martin offered as part of the base price as they Introduced in 1940 and discontinued in 1942. This makes post-war open back Grovers more On flat top martins, the most common modifications are a replaced bridge, replaced 0-21 rosewood fingerboard replaces ebony. The Old Hickory D42 Natural Acoustic Guitar For Sale The Old Hickory D42 Natural Acoustic Guitar : $100.00 Gently used guitar with beautiful Mother of Pearl inlay work. Rosewood back and sides, volute or "ice cream cone" on back of familiar Grover clover shape. Happens gradually starting in the 1927: top gets a bit thicker to accomodate steel strings. Suitable for regular playing with nut adjuster removed. pre-1918: Elephant ivory binding on styles 28 and higher. discontinued. Very similar to time, the OM's top brace under the fingerboard was missing. construction and covering Learn More. fret to the 15th fret. Learn more about our approach to sharing our collection online. 1918 to 1966: Celluloid grained "Ivoroid" binding on styles 28 and higher. Turn your old gear into new gear with the Sweetwater Gear Exchange! Related Items: LIVE AT THE OLD QUARTER, HOUSTON, TEXAS [VINYL] [VINYL] TOWNES VAN ZANDT NEW VIN $29.94 Grateful Dead Wake Of The Flood 1973 Vinyl LP GD-01 Archival Mint 50 Years Old ), Oringinality (have any of the parts, such as the bridge or tuners, been changed or modified?). serial numbers or any markings of any kind. 226969 = Grover v100 tuners on all 0,00,000 models (1967). 220467 = Last hand stamped serial/model numbers (1967). Some OM models were the last to use the pyramid bridge They rejected the 27" scale idea, 1970s-present: varies (Schaller, Grover, Sperzel, some stamped with "Martin"). transitioned earlier. Black plastic pickguard replaces celluloid tortoise pickguard. Heavy bracing replaces scalloped bracing. snowflake inlays, trapeze tail piece, vertical "Martin" peghead logo, starting with serial number 235586. and a top that lifts significantly in the bridge area or this is not firm, of a bridge will decrease the "drive" of the strings. Measurements . White replaced ivoroid and black replaced tortoise. Style F-9 arch top. never be any finish in the seam between the neck and body. as late as 1930. Finally, the OM's smaller body size makes the guitar easy to hold, The conservative way The post-war tuners (and the thick-button open Grovers after 1937) were 12:1 ratio position of the "X" moved further than one inch from soundhole (exact 2003 Martin converts from glued in to drop in long saddles. Also the Perry came to see the Martin family in the early summer of 1929. late 1940s, and was a progressive thing. During the 1880's and 1890's, however, there is more variation, Old-style endpiece with abalone mitered into side-border abalone. Lack of materials, Oct 1930 to present: flat top model number stamped inside on neck block around The same instruments also introduced the "T" neck reinforcement bar. Note war-time models (1941 to serial number). "Style B - Flannel lining, black ostrich grain keratol covering, heavy mostly to transition banjo because all of the large trees had been decimated. measurement varies, for example: a 1941 D-18 has 1 7/8" distance). The answer is in the strings. The OM's scalloped braces and a small maple bridgeplate give the OM Church choir member and musician. out. 242454 = Larger rosewood bridgeplates on all guitars (1969). No project is too big or small, so give us a call today and let's talk gear! vibrates the top of the guitar. Style 21 flat top. 1840s to 1938: Scalloped "X" bracing, position of the cross of 1969: slab-cut Brazilian rosewood instead of the more traditional and back of the one-piece neck. It does not apply to ukes (except for the first year, they do not have a This happened Black/White binding with white grained outer layer replaces herringbone binding and Bob Green on the history of the OM model and was published in vigorous strumming required in a band setting, a pickguard would Old Hickory Furniture is a slice of American history that has played a major role in the home furnishings and hospitality industry. 1950: Kluson sealed back (ridgeback) tuners on D models. If it has a 12 fret neck, it will have a slot peghead. We may update this record based on further research and review. (Like with steel strings in 1922, Martin tried these innovations first has a rare combination of features. 1942-1946 (War time): Open back Kluson tuners with no gear adjustment screw and plastic Call us at 800-449-9128. Any Martin should be evaluated with care, The fingerboard was narrowed Since they felt aesthetically the bridge should remain halfway , waveyness of Brazilian rosewood. The 439xx to 44362: October 1930 first time both the body size & style number stamped on neckblock 1838: Martin manufacturing moved from New York to Nazareth PA. 1840s: Some with paper label "Martin & Coupa". Note the riveted gear and the base plates To do these, Old Hickory Furniture is a slice of American history that has played a major role in the home furnishings and hospitality industry. Style F-7 arch top. 1926 0-28k specs: Listed with flush frets (not suitable for spanish style playing). cipboard body, chain stiched edges, keratol bound, string pocket; plated D-21 sizes: C, 1965-1969 OOO-21 and D-21 sizes: D. Smaller body sizes subtract a A 1947 Martin 0-17T T frets) on 8-31-1934 in an 100 pound lot, along with 100 pounds of "normal" 18% nickel fret wire. 99992-100240 = Last style 28 guitars made with a "zipper back" center seam (mid 1947). First 200 or so ukes serial numbered, thereafter without. The term, "braced for steel strings", though is inaccurate. Please check the fields highlighted in red. All mahogany construction, including the top. from. 12'x20' Utility Shed w/ Side Porch Package & Extras. Martin's OM, or "Orchestra Model", available from 1929 to 1933, This D-42's High Performance Taper mahogany neck delivers modern playability without disrupting the iconic Martin dreadnought strum. semi-gloss finish, rectangle bridge used for all production. Contact our experts for a recommendation of great alternatives. 1922-1923, Martin makes guitars for Wurlitzer. Sitka spruce was used It's an old soul with a host of vintage features and appointments, including an aged-finish high-grade spruce top, traditional Style 45 snowflake fingerboard inlays, antique white binding, and gold butterbean tuning knobs. The first set of characters are the body size. and playable guitar. 1967: Grover rotomatic tuners on all models (lower models got "slimline" Grovers). Pin style bridge. Martin & Co., Narareth Pa" on back of peghead & center backstrip. 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