============================== Serial #8121 ============================ Model: 00-42 Built: 1898 Entry Date: 04-13-2008 Source: email Contributor: anonymous Comments: "I have a letter from Mike Longworth, dated March 5,1974, about this guitar. He said their earliest recorded serial number was 8116 and, therefore, this guitar had the sixth lowest serial number in Martin's records." ============================== Serial #8133 ============================ Model: 4-20 Built: 1898 Entry Date: 05-22-1998 Source: Mugwumps Classifieds Contributor: elephantan85 Comments: URL::http://web.archive.org/web/19980522023438/http://mugwumps.com/ad_list.htm "Exc. cond. serial# 8133. Spruce top, Brazilian Rosewood back & sides. Wood binding around top, including fretboard extension. Original leather case." Asking Price::$3,500 ============================== Serial #8286 ============================ Model: 0-42 Built: 1898 Entry Date: 03-18-2005 Source: Mandolin Bros Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: URL::http://web.archive.org/web/20050318054656/http://www.mandoweb.com/1_Acoustic.htm "This particular guitar at the very least has been over-sprayed, possibly refinished, and, when it came in, had at least 7 back cracks, a long open top crack, at least one other repaired top crack on treble edge, with side cracks on the side. It shows much wear and also tear" Was being prepared for refrent and neck reset Asking Price::$8,224 ============================== Serial #8340 ============================ Model: 0-28 Built: 1898 Entry Date: 02-01-1998 Source: Mandolin Bros. Catalog 2/98 Contributor: Marshall Comments: Asking Price::$4,000 ============================== Serial #8345 ============================ Model: 0-28 Built: 1898 Entry Date: 1999 Source: Elderly Contributor: Anonymous(email) Model: 0-28 Built: 1898 Entry Date: 04-23-1999 Source: Elderly Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: "VG+" condition Area around bridge somewhat scarred Solid headstock with friction pegs Four of the friction pegs are original ivory Two of the friction pegs are ebony Dot markers added to the side of the neck at frets 7, 9 & 10 Four serial numbers from the end of 1898 On consignment Asking Price::$3,500 ============================== Serial #8358 ============================ Model: 1-21 Built: 1899 Entry Date: 06-24-2007 Source: email Contributor: anonymous Comments: "stamped on back of peghead with just MARTIN also has shaded top, long before sunbursts, this was an option that allowed the buyer to choose a more pumpkin colored top, mentioned in Johnston's book" ============================== Serial #8403 ============================ Model: 1-21 Built: 1899 Entry Date: 11-03-1996 Source: Elderly Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #8473 ============================ Model: 2-18 Built: 1899 Entry Date: 04-22-2007 Source: UMGF Contributor: Bill Wms ============================== Serial #8563 ============================ Model: 0-28 Built: 1899 Entry Date: 1983 Source: Mand. Bros. Contributor: Anonymous(email) ============================== Serial #8636 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1899 Entry Date: 02-16-2009 Source: email Contributor: anonymous Comments: "I Inherited this relic from my mother in law. It had been handed down from her uncle Walt ( original purchaser ) as the story goes. Inside the sound hole are the initials H L K and a date of Jan 23, 99. This confirms with my correspondence with Paula Primrose at Martin on the model and year. Not sure who H.L.K is and would love to find out. Needs some minor crack repair, strings and a set of ivory pegs, neck appears to be true so no need of a neck set. 1 of 367 made that year. I'm not sure how many of those were O18's. I'm guessing, not many. Can't wait to play it!" ============================== Serial #8712 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1899 Entry Date: 08-06-2007 Source: Martin Museum Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: On Display at Martin Museum August 2007 ============================== Serial #8718 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1900 Entry Date: 08-06-2007 Source: Martin Museum Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: On Display at Martin Museum August 2007 ============================== Serial #8819 ============================ Model: 00-28 Built: 1900 Entry Date: 2002 Source: Frets.com Museum Contributor: Comments: URL::http://web.archive.org/web/20021222002704/http://www.frets.com/FRETSPages/Museum/Guitar/Martin/19000028/1900028.html Image::http://web.archive.org/web/20040619185654/www.frets.com/FRETSPages/Museum/Guitar/Martin/19000028/19000028Views/1900002801.jpg Serial number also stamped on top of peghead Image::http://web.archive.org/web/20051129195048/www.frets.com/FRETSPages/Museum/Guitar/Martin/19000028/19000028Views/1900002811.jpg Reported as in near perfect shape. Hardly played at all ============================== Serial #8832 ============================ Model: 1-27 Built: 1900 Entry Date: 08-06-2007 Source: Martin Museum Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: On Display at Martin Museum August 2007 ============================== Serial #8851 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1900 Entry Date: 06-25-2007 Source: ebay Contributor: Chris(Metropro on UMGF) Comments: Item #160131741199 "It has had some repairs done to it as you can see in the pictures. There was a couple splits in the wood on the body that have now been glued. (Photos have been provided)." Listing says 0-28, but looks like an 0-21 Listing has serial number as 8861, but blurry picture of neck block looks like 8851 ============================== Serial #8899 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1900 Entry Date: 09-16-2007 Source: ebay Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Item #320159075797 BIN (Buy It Now) Price:: $15,000 Very nice looking, though a bit shiny. ============================== Serial #8912 ============================ Model: 1-27 Built: 1900 Entry Date: 01-01-2009 Source: Email Contributor: Chris(Methropro on UMGF) Comments: In New Zealand, replaced top, thinks it's worth $3500 ($1500) ============================== Serial #8988 ============================ Model: 1-28 Built: 1900 Entry Date: 09-03-2007 Source: UK ebay Contributor: Spook69(UMGF) Comments: "Totally original, 1900, Martin 1-28. A rare gem of a guitar for serious collectors and real musicians who will appreciate the beautiful sweet sound of this instrument" ============================== Serial #9064 ============================ Model: 00-42 Built: 1900 Entry Date: 03-02-2000 Source: Elderly Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: "G-VG+" condition URL::http://web.archive.org/web/20010821004949/www.elderly.com/vintage/items/10U-2625.htm Image::http://web.archive.org/web/20010826034357/elderly.com/vintage/items/images/10U/10U-2625_body-front.jpg Image::http://web.archive.org/web/20070622064722/http://elderly.com/vintage/items/images/10U/10U-2625_back.jpg Image::http://web.archive.org/web/20010826130647/elderly.com/vintage/items/images/10U/10U-2625_soundhole.jpg Numerous repaired top cracks with two spliced Several repaired cracks on the back and sides Asking Price::$7,250 Model: 00-42 Built: 1900 Entry Date: 10-01-2000 Source: Elderly Contributor: Anonymous(email) Model: 00-42 Built: 1900 Entry Date: 08-21-2001 Source: Elderly Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Asking Price::$5,950 ============================== Serial #9120 ============================ Model: 0-28 Built: 1900 Entry Date: 04-10-2007 Source: UMGF Contributor: Frank (fnewby on UMGF) ============================== Serial #9215 ============================ Model: 1-42 Built: 1901 Entry Date: 04-13-2008 Source: Umanov Guitars Contributor: Marshall Newman Comments: Solid peghead, replacement ivory bridge Umanov Guitars Asking Price:: $25,000 ============================== Serial #9251 ============================ Model: 1-42 Built: 1901 Entry Date: 04-01-2007 Source: Matt Umanov Guitars Contributor: Uke Richard ============================== Serial #9284 ============================ Model: 0-28 Built: 1901 Entry Date: 10-01-2009 Source: ebay Contributor: Marshall Newman(email) Comments: Missing portion of top purfling, side cracks Price: $4,500 Opening Bid ============================== Serial #9314 ============================ Model: 1-21 Built: 1902 Entry Date: 04-01-2007 Source: Folkway Music Contributor: Comments: Has some repaired top cracks Repaired eight inch long side crack that follows the bottom of the guitar Repaired top binding/purfling near side crack Oversized replacement bridge with compensated bone saddle ============================== Serial #9351 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1902 Entry Date: 08-01-2008 Source: Email Contributor: Chris(Methropro on UMGF) Comments: Worn fingerboard flea market special 8/1/08 $450 ============================== Serial #9359 ============================ Model: 00-28 Built: 1902 Entry Date: 2007 Source: Elderly Instruments Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #9372 ============================ Model: 00-42 Built: 1902 Entry Date: 1902 Source: Longworth Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Page 95, the 1994 edition Specially inlaid in what would become the 45 style Vine inlay on fingerboard Headstock inlayed as well, possibly with a vine Shown on the back cover of the 1994 edition of Longwoth. Also on page 95 Pickguard in the style of bowlback mandolins of the time. IE, between bridge and soundhole ============================== Serial #9392 ============================ Model: 000-21 Built: 1902 Entry Date: 06-12-2007 Source: email Contributor: felix Comments: URL::http://www.dicksguitars.com/martin.htm Image::http://www.dicksguitars.com/guitarimages/guit112.JPG Pro restoration 10 string Featured in two publications One of only two made ============================== Serial #9410 ============================ Model: 00-42 Built: 1902 Entry Date: 1902 Source: Longworth Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Page 95, the 1994 edition Essentially a style 45 prototype ============================== Serial #9429 ============================ Model: 000-21Harp Built: 1902 Entry Date: 08-06-2007 Source: Martin Museum Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: On Display at Martin Museum August 2007 Harp Guitar. Eighteen strings total Placard notes Martin paid little attention to the harp guitar market ============================== Serial #9460 ============================ Model: 1-34 Built: 1902 Entry Date: 06-30-2007 Source: email Contributor: anonymous Comments: "Ivory bridge, friction peg tuners" "Standard abalone rosette, restored" "French polish finish" ============================== Serial #9480 ============================ Model: 00-45 Built: 1902 Entry Date: 10-04-2007 Source: Skinners Auction House Contributor: Spook69(UMGF) Comments: "American Guitar, C.F. Martin & Company, Nazareth, 1902, Model 00-42, stamped CF MARTIN & CO, NAZARETH PA on the center strip and CF MARTIN & CO, NAZARETH PA, 9480 at the upper block, length of back 19 7/16 in., width of lower bout 14 3/16 in., with later case" "Sold with letter of Appraisal, Gruhn Guitars, Nashville, October 30, 2003" ============================== Serial #9488 ============================ Model: 00-42 Built: 1902 Entry Date: 1902 Source: Longworth Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Page 95, the 1994 edition Essentially a style 45 prototype ============================== Serial #9489 ============================ Model: 00-42 Built: 1902 Entry Date: 08-06-2007 Source: Martin Museum Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: On Display at Martin Museum August 2007 "Martin Estate" noted at bottom of placard ============================== Serial #9661 ============================ Model: 00-42 Built: 1903 Entry Date: 12-01-2002 Source: Mandolin Bros. Catalog 12/02 Contributor: Marshall Comments: Asking Price::$18,995 ============================== Serial #9781 ============================ Model: 0-28 Built: 1903 Entry Date: 03-11-2008 Source: Intermountain Guitar Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Asking Price:: $6,500 "Friction tuners, exceptional condition with slight over-spray, original coffin case" Case looks to be in very nice condition Model: 0-28 Built: 1903 Entry Date: 04-01-2008 Source: Intermountain Contributor: Marshall Newman Comments: Slight overspray, friction pegs ============================== Serial #9818 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1904 Entry Date: 07-05-2007 Source: UMGF Contributor: Andrew Wright(harmonish34 on UMGF) Comments: "Friend's father had taken it in trade for a debt. I sold it to a collector from Japan in 2005" ============================== Serial #9910 ============================ Model: 0-45 Built: 1904 Entry Date: 1904 Source: Longworth Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Page 95, the 1994 edition First style 45 ============================== Serial #9931 ============================ Model: 00-42 Built: 1904 Entry Date: 06-23-2007 Source: UMGF Contributor: Mike Murphy(Archfan on UMGF) ============================== Serial #9934 ============================ Model: 000-21 Built: 1904 Entry Date: 05-01-2001 Source: Mandolin Bros. Catalog 5/01 Contributor: Marshall Comments: Asking Price::$10,000 Model: 000-21 Built: 1904 Entry Date: 08-11-2001 Source: Mandolin Bros Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: URL::http://web.archive.org/web/20010801155018/www.mandoweb.com/1_Acoustic.htm "On the bass edge of the top there is an excellently repaired 2 inch area of wood, which was, perhaps, injured by a blow" Original bridge plate capped with additional small rosewood plate "Interestingly, on the tip end of the squared, slotted headstock, the professionally stamped initials .R. L.. appear and between these initials, in much smaller imprint, .H. Spahr, J.C.. is stamped. We believe that the J.C. probably stands for Jersey City and J. Spahr was probably a Martin dealer in 1904. R.L. might have been the first owner." Neck appears to be birch. (And original) Asking Price::$10,301 ============================== Serial #9960 ============================ Model: 00-45 Built: 1904 Entry Date: 1904 Source: Longworth Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Page 95, the 1994 edition Early/possibly second style 45 First 00 style 45 ============================== Serial #9963 ============================ Model: 1-45 Built: 1904 Entry Date: 12-21-1997 Source: Mugwumps Classifieds Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: URL::http://web.archive.org/web/19971221204312/http://mugwumps.com/ad_list.htm Ad doesn't mention serial number, but it can be inferred from the fact that long time Martin historian Mike Longworth had the guitar on consignment at Elderly around the same time. "One (and the first) of only six ever made. One of the rarest items available anywhere. Gut strings, 1905, with ivory bridge and early flowerpot inlay on head. Ivory binding. Early case, probably original?" Model: 1-45 Built: 1904 Entry Date: 12-02-1998 Source: Elderly Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: "G-VG" condition The first of six total that were made From the collection of Mike Longworth URL::http://web.archive.org/web/20001217031300/www.elderly.com/vintage/items/10U-2372.htm Image::http://web.archive.org/web/20001020174736/elderly.com/vintage/items/images/10U/10U-2372_front.jpg Image::http://web.archive.org/web/20001020135134/elderly.com/vintage/items/images/10U/10U-2372_back.jpg Image::http://web.archive.org/web/20001020151011/elderly.com/vintage/items/images/10U/10U-2372_body-front.jpg Image::http://web.archive.org/web/20001020175244/elderly.com/vintage/items/images/10U/10U-2372_front-detail-2.jpg Image::http://web.archive.org/web/20001020122802/elderly.com/vintage/items/images/10U/10U-2372_back-detail-1.jpg Image::http://web.archive.org/web/20001020144835/elderly.com/vintage/items/images/10U/10U-2372_body-back.jpg Image::http://web.archive.org/web/20001020163727/elderly.com/vintage/items/images/10U/10U-2372_bridge.jpg Asking Price::$32,000 Model: 1-45 Built: 1904 Entry Date: 10-12-1999 Source: Elderly Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Asking Price::$25,000 Model: 1-45 Built: 1904 Entry Date: 10-01-2000 Source: Elderly Contributor: Anonymous(email) Comments: Price: 12000 Model: 1-45 Built: 1904 Entry Date: 06-12-2007 Source: email Contributor: John Arnold Comments: Restored for Mike Longworth. ============================== Serial #9968 ============================ Model: 0-42 Built: 1904 Entry Date: 05-23-2007 Source: UMGF Contributor: JoD18 ============================== Serial #10012 ============================ Model: 1-21 Built: 1905 Entry Date: 06-08-2003 Source: mugwumps classifieds Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: URL::http://web.archive.org/web/20030608154324/personal.myvine.com/~dgellert/martin/martin.html "As far as I know it is all original, except for a replacement bridge plate by the Elderly Instruments shop ca. 1995" Clear pickguard on treble side ============================== Serial #10017 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1905 Entry Date: 08-06-2007 Source: Martin Museum Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: On Display at Martin Museum August 2007 ============================== Serial #10082 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1905 Entry Date: 10-03-2008 Source: craigslist Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: "Frank Henry Martin personally signed this 0-21, in cursive, under the top:" "# 10082" "Oct. 17th, 1905" "F.H.M.. " Asking Price:: $4,500 ============================== Serial #10163 ============================ Model: 000-28 Built: 1906 Entry Date: 04-12-2007 Source: Dream Guitars Contributor: Jerry(000 ToneFreak on UMGF) Comments: Fifth 000-28 made Worked on by John Greven Comes with letter from John Greven detailing condition of the guitar and the work he did on it. Replacement ivory nut Claims to have been braced for steel strings. Would have had to be a custom,or modified at some point as Martin was a good fifteen to eighteen years from building steel string 28's on a routine basis Claims steel strings have been on guitar for decades No visible signs of top damage Bridge replaced by Martin in the 1930's Replacement is a belly bridge Long (25.4 inch) scale. Most 000's have been short (24.9 inch) scale. First long scale 000-28 Only 000-28 made in 1910 Non original pick guard Includes new Calton flight case Asking Price::$34,995 Model: 000-28 Built: 1906 Entry Date: 05-30-2007 Source: dreamguitars.com Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Reported as the fourth 000-28 made ============================== Serial #10201 ============================ Model: 000-45 Built: 1906 Entry Date: 1906 Source: Longworth Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Page 95, the 1994 edition First 000 style 45 ============================== Serial #10311 ============================ Model: 1-30 Built: 1906 Entry Date: 09-01-2009 Source: ebay Contributor: Marshall Newman(email) Comments: Back patch Price: $3,000 Buy It Now ============================== Serial #10337 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1907 Entry Date: 09-04-2007 Source: ebay Contributor: Roger Kern Comments: "1907 Martin 0-17 (serial # 10337) is in restorable condition. The top is attached to the sides and is crack free. The back is crack free also but is separating from the sides in a few places. There are two cracks in the sides, one about 1 inch long and the other a few inches long. There is a small narrow chip of the side (about 1/8th x 3/4") where it meets the back. The bridge is separating from the top. I took it to a local expert guitar repair shop where a couple repair guys assessed it. One repairman, who did speak with some authority, decided that the bridge may not be original. He also figured the fret board may not be original. He thought the scale didn't quite measure to the correct dimentions and said that if restrung in the present configuration, the intonation would not be correct. Not being an expert, I couldn't really argue with him. I know enough to know that it needs a neck reset, frets (it's missing most and the others are loose) structural work and a big time clean up. One of the repairmen was interested in buying it. I dicided to put it up for grabs on ebay instead. My research (books and internet) revealed that the 1906-1917 Martin 0-17's had mahogany bodies and a spruce tops and that only 420 of this specific model were made. Thereafter the 17's models were all mahogany. There is pencil inscription on the underside of the top. Hand penciled is the 10337 serial number which matches the number on the neck block. Also in pencil is the date: 1-09-07. The 10337 is an early 1907 number (Martin only made 398 guitars in 1907 according to the 'Martin Book') . My main reason for having the guitar guys looking at it was to estimate how much it would cost to fully restore it (at least $1500 to do all the needed work and install correct fret board). It is too much for me although the thought of having a 100 year old PLAYABLE Martin around is appealling. So I offer it up for those who are skilled enough to do the work or collectors who desire this somewhat rar ============================== Serial #10381 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1907 Entry Date: 07-03-2007 Source: ebay Contributor: Mac Carter ============================== Serial #10440 ============================ Model: 0-42 Built: 1907 Entry Date: 04-20-2008 Source: EBay Contributor: Spook69(UMGF) Comments: "1 of 12 crafted that year" "Rosewood sides & back" "Cedar neck & top" "Ivory bound body & fingerboard" "German silver machined heads" "Pearl buttons" "19 frets total" "5 frets inlayed-5,7,9,12,15" "Ivory bridge" ============================== Serial #10602 ============================ Model: 0-42 Built: 1907 Entry Date: 04-01-2007 Source: Gryphon Contributor: Uke Richard ============================== Serial #10603 ============================ Model: 0-30 Built: 1907 Entry Date: 11-16-2008 Source: Email Contributor: Chris(Methropro on UMGF) Comments: Many badly repaired long top cracks, messed up top from al contact: removed, large old bridge EBAY 11/16/08 $2,627 ============================== Serial #10606 ============================ Model: 1-28 Built: 1907 Entry Date: 05-05-2007 Source: email Contributor: anonymous ============================== Serial #10706 ============================ Model: 00-45harp Built: 1907 Entry Date: 1907 Source: Longworth Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Page 95, the 1994 edition Harp guitar in style 45 size 00 ============================== Serial #10847 ============================ Model: 3-17 Built: 1908 Entry Date: 1908 Source: Longworth Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Page 73, the 1994 edition The only 3-17 made with a serial number ============================== Serial #10872 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1908 Entry Date: 07-29-2007 Source: UMGF Contributor: rogermexico1(UMGF) Comments: Signed under top by FHM Along with the singature is the date Oct 17th 1905 Looks to be in nice shape, though finish seems a bit shiny ============================== Serial #11002 ============================ Model: 2&1/2-28 Built: 1909 Entry Date: 1997 Source: Mand. Bros. Contributor: Anonymous(email) Model: 2&1/2-26 Built: 1909 Entry Date: 09-01-1997 Source: Mandolin Bros. Catalog 9/97 Contributor: Marshall Comments: Asking Price::$3,500 ============================== Serial #11030 ============================ Model: 00-28 Built: 1910 Entry Date: 08-21-2003 Source: Intermountain Guitar Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: URL::http://web.archive.org/web/20030821004529/http://guitarandbanjo.com/inventory/used-martin.html "Excellent Condition" Asking Price:: $6,800 ============================== Serial #11063 ============================ Model: 000-28 Built: 1910 Entry Date: 09-19-2008 Source: dreamguitars.com Contributor: chetday(UMGF) Comments: "This guitar comes with a letter from master luthier John Greven detailing it's originality and discussing the work he performed on the guitar." "This was the fourth 000-28 ever built and has the original body and neck with scarfe jointed headstock and original bar frets, ivory end pin wedge, ivory saddle, ivory bindings, heel cap, etc. The nut has been replaced with ivory. The back of the headstock shows where the original ivory strap button was located. It is braced for steel strings and has been strung with them for decades with no problems in the top or neck. It is currently strung with extra lights and sounds amazing. John says he believes it went back to Martin in the 1930's to be refinished and have a new bridge put on. The belly bridge helps it to hold steel strings perfectly. The original friction pegs have been replaced with Waverly open back tuners. John removed most of the oversprayed laquer through careful buffing and French polished over the original French polish. He also repaired any cracks that were in the back and sides. The top is original and X braced with shallow scalloping. The top has no cracks or other issues. This is a superb piece of Adirondack that has aged to perfection and has handled steel strings for at least the last few decades with no signs of trouble. The pickguard is new, but made in the original style of the guitar by John Greven. We've included a brand new Calton Flight Case to protect this rare instrument." Asking Price: $39,995 ============================== Serial #11107 ============================ Model: 00-28 Built: 1910 Entry Date: 11-08-2007 Source: ebay Contributor: Elephantfan85 Comments: Item #320179970835 "Neck had been refinish, but it original, nylon strings, bridge needs to be reglue, little seperation" "Back has dent, about 2x2 and hairline on the top of the body" "Case not original" Actually at a guess, I'd say the neck finish is more likely to be original than the body. ============================== Serial #11186 ============================ Model: 00-30 Built: 1910 Entry Date: 1987 Source: Mand. Bros. Contributor: Anonymous(email) Model: 0-30 Built: 1910 Entry Date: 04-09-2007 Source: 1987 Mandolin Brothers Catalog Contributor: Dennis(OMpicker on UMGF) ============================== Serial #11216 ============================ Model: 0-42 Built: 1911 Entry Date: 07-01-2009 Source: ebay Contributor: Marshall Newman(email) Comments: Replacement bridge and replacement heel ============================== Serial #11252 ============================ Model: 2&1/2-30 Built: 1911 Entry Date: 04-10-2007 Source: Intermountain Guitar & Banjo Contributor: Comments: One of only five made Replaced bridge Signed FHM inside top Asking Price: $5,500 ============================== Serial #11260 ============================ Model: 1-26 Built: 1911 Entry Date: 2000 Source: Elderly Contributor: Anonymous(email) Model: 1-26 Built: 1911 Entry Date: 2007 Source: Elderly Instruments Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #11467 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1912 Entry Date: 2007 Source: Elderly Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: URL::http://elderly.com/vintage/items/10U-4100.htm Image::http://elderly.com/vintage/items/images/10U/10U-4100_front.jpg Two repaired top cracks Three repaired back cracs Replacement bridge Bridge plate capped as original cracked On consignment No longer available Asking Price::$1,750 ============================== Serial #11521 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1912 Entry Date: 10-02-2007 Source: ebay Contributor: Jerry(000_ToneFreak on UMGF) Comments: "This guitar has all of it's original interior structures present, intact and secure (including bridge plate). The finish is entirely original. The neck is straight (not twisted, warped or bowed at all) and the frets are in very good shape, as is the fretboard. The neck shows very little wear to the finish or the fretboard. The top is quite flat with very little distortion or rotation. The inside of the top of the guitar bears a date and initial marking of Frank Henry Martin, who was the CEO of CF Martin & Co. from about 1888 to 1945. the pencil-written inscription, typical of guitars of this period, reads "11521 9/7/12 FHM", indicating the serial number, date and CEO's initials" ============================== Serial #11577 ============================ Model: 000-28 Built: 1913 Entry Date: 06-24-2007 Source: email Contributor: anonymous Comments: "The 10th 000-28 made, has original leather case" ============================== Serial #11582 ============================ Model: 0-42 Built: 1913 Entry Date: 12-18-2008 Source: Email Contributor: Chris(Methropro on UMGF) Comments: Ivory bridge, 1 of 5 made, orig finish, no cracks, ivory bridge, ivory friction pegs, myfavorite guitars, 12/18/08 ($19,999) ============================== Serial #11650 ============================ Model: 00-45 Built: 1913 Entry Date: 0000 Source: Mandolin Brothers Contributor: Marshall(UMGF) Comments: Replacement belly bridge New bridge plate Two bass side top cracks Neck reset Oversprayed Pickguard added Original case Asking Price::$29,995. Model: 00-45 Built: 1913 Entry Date: 04-15-2007 Source: Mandolin Brothers Contributor: Mac Carter ============================== Serial #11682 ============================ Model: 00-42-044Olcott-Bickford Soloist Built: 1913 Entry Date: 04-01-2007 Source: Japanese Guitar Book Contributor: UMGF Comments: "SOLOIST" on back of peghead Slothead Tuners have white buttons ============================== Serial #11742 ============================ Model: 0-42 Built: 1913 Entry Date: 01-05-2002 Source: Intermountain Guitar Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: URL::http://web.archive.org/web/20020105043444/http://guitarandbanjo.com/inventory/used-martin.html Asking Price:: $6,500 "Origianl HSC" "Abalone-bound top" "Very Good Condition" ============================== Serial #11760 ============================ Model: 0-28 Built: 1913 Entry Date: 11-06-2008 Source: Email Contributor: Chris(Methropro on UMGF) Comments: Museum quality, ivory friction pegs, orig saddle & bridge, 1" top crack repaired, FBX crack cleated, astonishingly clean 11/6/08-11/29/08 Folkway Music $9,999 ============================== Serial #11762 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1913 Entry Date: 10-05-2009 Source: UMGF Contributor: wescattle(UMGF) Comments: "Picked up a 1912 Martin 0-18 awhile back. It has one crack on that has been repaired on the back of the guitar. Everything else is in great condition (it will need a neck reset sooner or later)" ============================== Serial #11813 ============================ Model: 1-17 Built: 1913 Entry Date: 1997 Source: Mand. Bros. Contributor: Anonymous(email) ============================== Serial #11917 ============================ Model: 1-21 Built: 1914 Entry Date: 2007 Source: Elderly Instruments Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #11945 ============================ Model: 000-45 Built: 1914 Entry Date: 08-12-2007 Source: Longworth Contributor: Mac Carter Comments: Lyre shaped headstock ============================== Serial #11984 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1914 Entry Date: 04-01-2000 Source: Mandolin Bros. Catalog 4/00 Contributor: Marshall Comments: Asking Price::$15,000 ============================== Serial #11994 ============================ Model: 00-45 Built: 1914 Entry Date: 01-01-2001 Source: The History of the American Guitar by Tony Bacon UK edition Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: ISBN 1-871547-67-9 Large picture of front of guitar on Pages 24 & 25 ============================== Serial #12015 ============================ Model: 00-28 Built: 1914 Entry Date: 04-02-2009 Source: UMGF Contributor: Eagle53(UMGF) Comments: "solid headstock" ============================== Serial #12061 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1915 Entry Date: 03-17-2008 Source: Dream Guitars Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: "Condition: Very Good, converted to steel string some years ago with new bridge plate and pyramid bridge, tuners are older Martin replacements, several repaired cracks on sides, back and edges of top all well repaired. Has bar frets in great condition. Very stable. Playability is great" "Comments: "I love the sound of really old guitars. They are so open and alive. This one is no exception. It sounds like it is twice the size that it is. " - Al Petteway" "The 0-18 was made in Brazilian Rosewood until 1917. This guitar has a very nice set of Brazilian Rosewood and a superb Adirondack top with the strength to hold up to extra light steel strings or silk & steels. I love the voice of this guitar, it just about jumps out of your lap with energy and sounds like a piano. Great separation and clarity and power beyond it's size. All the work performed has been done expertly and overall this is a pretty clean guitar for almost 100 years old. This is one you and your family can enjoy for another 100 years and it should do nothing but increase in value the whole time. A sweetheart guitar. - Paul Heumiller" Bridge may be oversized. Asking Price:: $4,795 ============================== Serial #12094 ============================ Model: 0-30 Built: 1915 Entry Date: 12-22-1997 Source: Elderly Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: "VG" condition Slightly oversize non original pyramid bridge Listed as on consignment Asking Price::$4,250 ============================== Serial #12112 ============================ Model: 0-28 Built: 1915 Entry Date: 08-06-2007 Source: Martin Museum Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: On Display at Martin Museum August 2007 ============================== Serial #12186 ============================ Model: 00-30 Built: 1915 Entry Date: 1980 Source: Mandolin Brothers Contributor: anonymous(email) ============================== Serial #12217 ============================ Model: 0-30 Built: 1916 Entry Date: 08-06-2007 Source: Martin Museum Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: On Display at Martin Museum August 2007 ============================== Serial #12381 ============================ Model: 0-28 Built: 1916 Entry Date: 03-02-2008 Source: ebay Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Item #270216470595 Looks like there might have been some finish touchup various cracks and typical pick wear on treble lower bout Model: 0-28 Built: 1916 Entry Date: 03-09-2008 Source: EBay Contributor: Chris Bennet Comments: Sold For:: $2,656 Has some cracks, some repaired some not, neck reset-refret, bridge repaired, bone saddle, penciled/initials under top Model: 0-28 Built: 1916 Entry Date: 03-09-2008 Source: Email Contributor: Chris(Methropro on UMGF) Comments: Has some cracks, some repaired some not, neck reset-refret, bridge repaired, bone saddle, penciled/initals under top, 3/9/08 Ebay $2,656 Model: 1-28 Built: 1916 Entry Date: 10-01-2009 Source: Vintage Instruments Contributor: Marshall Newman(email) Comments: Replacement bridge, minor side cracks Price: $8,850 ============================== Serial #12385 ============================ Model: 00-28 Built: 1916 Entry Date: 05-06-2007 Source: email Contributor: anonymous Comments: Private collection Current owners have had about twenty years ============================== Serial #12452 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1917 Entry Date: 1997 Source: Bernunzio Contributor: Anonymous(email) ============================== Serial #12584 ============================ Model: 0-28 Built: 1917 Entry Date: 04-30-2007 Source: email Contributor: anonymous ============================== Serial #12700 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1917 Entry Date: 1993 Source: Mand. Bros. Contributor: Anonymous(email) ============================== Serial #12728 ============================ Model: 00-28 Built: 1917 Entry Date: 06-30-2007 Source: email Contributor: anonymous Comments: "1 of 16 that year" "Body original, neck repaired with" "French polish finish, fancy Waverly tuners" "No cracks, playing wear, evidence of old" "Pickguard, good replacement ebony" "Pyramid bridge" ============================== Serial #12736 ============================ Model: 0-30 Built: 1917 Entry Date: 05-20-1998 Source: Elderly Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Image::http://web.archive.org/web/20001020054826/elderly.com/vintage/items/images/10U/10U-2281_front.jpg Image::http://web.archive.org/web/19991122040754/elderly.com/vintage/items/images/10U/10U-2281_back.jpg "Exc" condition One minor repaired top crack Solid headstock, likely replacement Martin ivory friction tuners Work likely not done by Martin Asking Price::$4,000 Model: 0-30 Built: 1917 Entry Date: 2000 Source: Elderly Contributor: Anonymous(email) Comments: Price: 4000 Model: 0-30 Built: 1917 Entry Date: 08-21-2001 Source: Elderly Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: URL::http://web.archive.org/web/20010401015710/www.elderly.com/vintage/items/10U-2281.htm Image::http://web.archive.org/web/20000303012525/www.elderly.com/vintage/items/images/10U/10U-2281_front.jpg Asking Price::$2,950 ============================== Serial #12887 ============================ Model: 1-21 Built: 1917 Entry Date: 1977 Source: Mand. Bros. Contributor: Anonymous(email) Model: 1-21 Built: 1917 Entry Date: 1978 Source: Mandolin Brothers Contributor: anonymous(email) ============================== Serial #12906 ============================ Model: 1-28 Built: 1917 Entry Date: 09-18-2002 Source: Bernuzio Vintage Instruments Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: URL::http://web.archive.org/web/20020918004318/www.bernunzio.com/cgi-bin/bernunzio/showimg2000?img=026831 Image::http://web.archive.org/web/20020918004318/http://www.bernunzio.com/pictures/026831.jpg Image::http://web.archive.org/web/20020918004318/http://www.bernunzio.com/pictures/026831b.jpg Minor repaired cracks on top and back Asking Price::$3,350 ============================== Serial #12920 ============================ Model: 0-30 Built: 1917 Entry Date: 01-01-1917 Source: email Contributor: Metropro(UMGF) Comments: Identified via query to Martin by Chris(Metropro) in regards to an EBay auction with a partial serial number that matched one of these. Auction stated guitar was an 0-17. This guitar has not been located Auction was from January 2008 ============================== Serial #12921 ============================ Model: 0-30 Built: 1917 Entry Date: 01-01-1917 Source: email Contributor: Metropro(UMGF) Comments: Identified via query to Martin by Chris(Metropro) in regards to an EBay auction with a partial serial number that matched one of these. Auction stated guitar was an 0-17. This guitar has not been located Auction was from January 2008 ============================== Serial #12922 ============================ Model: 0-30 Built: 1917 Entry Date: 01-01-1917 Source: email Contributor: Metropro(UMGF) Comments: Identified via query to Martin by Chris(Metropro) in regards to an EBay auction with a partial serial number that matched one of these. Auction stated guitar was an 0-17. This guitar has not been located Auction was from January 2008 ============================== Serial #12923 ============================ Model: 0-30 Built: 1917 Entry Date: 01-01-1917 Source: email Contributor: Metropro(UMGF) Comments: Identified via query to Martin by Chris(Metropro) in regards to an EBay auction with a partial serial number that matched one of these. Auction stated guitar was an 0-17. This guitar has not been located Auction was from January 2008 ============================== Serial #12924 ============================ Model: 00-30 Built: 1917 Entry Date: 01-01-1917 Source: email Contributor: Metropro(UMGF) Comments: Identified via query to Martin by Chris(Metropro) in regards to an EBay auction with a partial serial number that matched one of these. Auction stated guitar was an 0-17. This guitar has not been located Auction was from January 2008 ============================== Serial #12925 ============================ Model: 00-30 Built: 1917 Entry Date: 01-01-1917 Source: email Contributor: Metropro(UMGF) Comments: Identified via query to Martin by Chris(Metropro) in regards to an EBay auction with a partial serial number that matched one of these. Auction stated guitar was an 0-17. This guitar has not been located Auction was from January 2008 ============================== Serial #12926 ============================ Model: 00-30 Built: 1917 Entry Date: 01-01-1917 Source: email Contributor: Metropro(UMGF) Comments: Identified via query to Martin by Chris(Metropro) in regards to an EBay auction with a partial serial number that matched one of these. Auction stated guitar was an 0-17. This guitar has not been located Auction was from January 2008 ============================== Serial #12947 ============================ Model: 1-30 Built: 1917 Entry Date: 04-10-2007 Source: Jody Butler Contributor: ============================== Serial #13084 ============================ Model: 00-45 Built: 1918 Entry Date: 1992 Source: Mand. Bros. Contributor: Anonymous(email) ============================== Serial #13296 ============================ Model: 1-18 Built: 1918 Entry Date: 06-20-2007 Source: EBay Contributor: Metropro(umgf) Comments: Item #300123793039 Listed as 000, almmost certainly an 00 or 0 "Only flaws are as follows, 3 inch hairline crack back bottom, 2 inch back top, 2-2 inch front bottom left! these cracks are not even noticeable unless you use a light! The only flaw on the guitar is where some one tried to repair the bridge with wood glue" Martin brand on neck block along with serial number ============================== Serial #13320 ============================ Model: 1-18K Built: 1918 Entry Date: 01-01-1918 Source: Martin Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Placeholder for interpolation. Status of guitar unknown ============================== Serial #13321 ============================ Model: 1-18K Built: 1918 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #13322 ============================ Model: 1-18K Built: 1918 Entry Date: 08-27-2008 Source: EBay Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: "The guitar is in near mint condition with the exception of the following issues as you can see in a couple of the photos on the left side where i am pointing is a small crack as well as on the right side but these are completley solid but are visable. On the body of of the guitar there is a small scratch on the back of the guitar which is not very visable unless you look real close. There is a letter in the photos from martin company dated 1975 as to the year the guitar was maufactured. It is made of of hawaian koa wood" Note, top is spruce ============================== Serial #13323 ============================ Model: 1-18K Built: 1918 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #13324 ============================ Model: 1-18K Built: 1918 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #13325 ============================ Model: 1-18K Built: 1918 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #13326 ============================ Model: 1-18K Built: 1918 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #13327 ============================ Model: 1-18K Built: 1918 Entry Date: 01-01-1918 Source: Martin Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Placeholder for interpolation. Status of guitar unknown ============================== Serial #13393 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1918 Entry Date: 04-01-2007 Source: Folkway Music Contributor: Uke Richard Model: 0-18 Built: 1918 Entry Date: 04-01-2007 Source: Folkway Music Contributor: Comments: One owner from 1918 to 2003 Bought in Fergus, about 15 minutes north of Suffolk Street West, Guelph, Ontario, Canada N1H 2J7 Neck Reset ============================== Serial #13410 ============================ Model: 1-18Ditson Built: 1918 Entry Date: 12-01-1918 Source: email Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #13411 ============================ Model: 1-18Ditson Built: 1918 Entry Date: 12-01-1918 Source: email Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #13412 ============================ Model: 1-18Ditson Built: 1918 Entry Date: 04-05-2007 Source: Collection Contributor: Elephantfan85 Comments: Ditson branded on neckblock and back of peghead Heavily repaired around end block Shows some signs of damage under bridge, possibly from a past bridge removal Non original bridge pins Very nice sounding guitar with nylon strings Bought on EBay in late 2005, early 2006 Extensive repairs by Steve Kovacic in 2006 ============================== Serial #13414 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1918 Entry Date: 12-01-1999 Source: Mandolin Bros. Catalog 12/99 Contributor: Marshall Comments: Asking Price::$1,475 ============================== Serial #13415 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1918 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #13416 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1918 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #13417 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1918 Entry Date: 07-24-2009 Source: EMail Contributor: Bill Jacobs(cadman43 on UMGF) Comments: Highland, Indiana "In 1977 I bought a 1918 00-18. I kept it for about 3 years, and paid $400. It had it's bridge replaced - there was a lighter, sanded area on the top around the bridge, and it was probably a total refin, with a satin finish." "Owned from 1977 - 1980 (Sold to a player in Downers Grove, Illinois)" ============================== Serial #13421 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1918 Entry Date: 02-24-2008 Source: EBay Contributor: Chris Bennet Comments: Sold For:: $2,938 Bridge is pulled up, 2 cracks from bridge to butt, 4 long back cracks, back has pulled away from the sides, side cracks, frets coming up ============================== Serial #13426 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1918 Entry Date: 10-03-2008 Source: UMGF Contributor: Heimo(UMGF) ============================== Serial #13589 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1919 Entry Date: 07-30-2002 Source: Intermountain Guitar Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: URL::http://web.archive.org/web/20020730020253/http://guitarandbanjo.com/inventory/used-martin.html Asking Price:: $3,900 "Hard Shell Case" "Replaced pyramid bridge; otherwise ex-fine & original" Model: 0-28 Built: 1919 Entry Date: 08-21-2003 Source: Intermountain Guitar Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: URL::http://web.archive.org/web/20030821004529/http://guitarandbanjo.com/inventory/used-martin.html "Excellent Condition" "Original Hard Shell Case" Asking Price: $4,800 ============================== Serial #13746 ============================ Model: 1-18 Built: 1919 Entry Date: 04-01-2007 Source: EBay20080313 Contributor: Chris Bennet Comments: Asking Price:: $1,406 Bridge off, 1 small crack on front, 2 small ones on back unrepaired, pyramid bridge included Model: 1-18 Built: 1919 Entry Date: 03-13-2008 Source: Email Contributor: Chris(Methropro on UMGF) Comments: Bridge off, 1 small crack on front, 2 small ones on back unrepaired, pyramid bridge included. 3/13/08 EBAY $1,406 Model: 1-18 Built: 1919 Entry Date: 06-01-2008 Source: E-Bay Contributor: Marshall Newman Comments: Replacement bridge, 2 top cracks, some finish touchup via french polish ============================== Serial #13897 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1919 Entry Date: 09-30-2008 Source: Email Contributor: Chris(Methropro on UMGF) Comments: Extra inlays at 15 & 17 frets, pyramid bridge w/screws, bad glue & coming up, pickwear, missing piece in back, 9/30/08 Ebay $1,610 ============================== Serial #13912 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1919 Entry Date: 04-30-2008 Source: EBay Contributor: Spook69(UMGF) Comments: "Martin 0021 Parlor Guitar Serial #13912. The Guitar is Made from Brazilian Rosewood. This Guitar Is an Excellent Player. The action is Low and sounds like a cannon. Guitar features slotted headstock correct tuners V neck and ebony board with dimond inlays at the 5th 7th and 9th fret. The guitar has many professionally repaired cracks. Each of the sides has had a crack repaired. Bottom has had 2or3 cracks repaired. The back has had 2 repaired cracks. The top has had at east 1 maybe 2 repaired cracks. I have had the guitar for years and bought the guitar with the repairs. Cracks have not expanded. The bridge has been changed. I took many PICS Focusing on Repairs. Guitar is 100% functional and playable. $500.00 then no reserve" ============================== Serial #13934 ============================ Model: 0-28 Built: 1919 Entry Date: 04-02-2007 Source: EBay Contributor: elephantfan86 Comments: Being sold by productsontime, AKA "Vegas Pawn/EBay" At least three repaired cracks in top below bridge. May have mediocre splices Non original or modified bridge with what look like screw covers between pyramids and pin holes Finish looks OK, at least on peghead and neck. Tuners look original Model: 0-28 Built: 1919 Entry Date: 05-19-2007 Source: ebay Contributor: Marshal Comments: Bolted bridge ============================== Serial #14001 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1919 Entry Date: 10-04-2007 Source: ebay Contributor: Spook69(UMGF) ============================== Serial #14021 ============================ Model: 00-28K Built: 1919 Entry Date: 02-01-2001 Source: Bernunzio Contributor: Anonymous(email) Comments: So. Cal. Music Co. Model: 00-28K Built: 1919 Entry Date: 04-01-2007 Source: Folkway Music Contributor: Uke Richard Comments: URL::http://web.archive.org/web/20060530004448/http://www.folkwaymusic.com/instruments/martin.html Built for Southern California Music Company Repaired center seam crack Folkway asking $6500 US in Apr 2007 Model: 00-28K Built: 1919 Entry Date: 02-17-2008 Source: folkwaysmusic.com Contributor: apitius(UMGF) Comments: Built for Southern California Music Company, has stamp on back of peghead "the back graft is stamped with C. F. Martin's logo. A paper label inside the instrument reads "Rolando [brand] Koa Wood Guitar, Made Expressly for Hawaiian Steel Style of Playing". The guitar is fan braced like all of Martin's first steel strings (including the first Ditson Dreadnaughts). Apparently the X bracing Martin used on its gut sting guitars must have been thought of as not strong enough for steel string tensions. Funny that. The instrument is in excellent and original condition, with only a glued top seam separation and reglued bridge striking against it. The neck was professionally reset some time ago, and the instrument is today very playable. With an eighth of an inch of saddle above the bridge, the action measures 7 to 9 64ths and can be lowered further. It is strung with 11-52 strings." Asking Price:: $7,495 Model: 00-28K Built: 1919 Entry Date: 02-23-2008 Source: Folkway Contributor: Spook69(UMGF) Model: 00-28K Built: 1919 Entry Date: 04-01-2008 Source: SC Music Company Contributor: Marshall Newman ============================== Serial #14053 ============================ Model: 1-18 Built: 1919 Entry Date: 05-02-2008 Source: Email Contributor: Chris(Methropro on UMGF) Comments: A few hairline cracks, very clean except 1.5" hole in shoulder, 5/2/08 EBAY $1,083 ============================== Serial #14112 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1919 Entry Date: 03-26-2002 Source: www.themusicemporium.com Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: URL::http://web.archive.org/web/20020206010952/www.themusicemporium.com/0021.htm URL::http://web.archive.org/web/20020608202138/www.themusicemporium.com/used.htm All original Recent reset by TJ Thompson Recent refret by TJ Thompson Some wear below soundhole Several well repaired back cracks Asking Price: $7,750 Model: 00-21 Built: 1919 Entry Date: 09-25-2008 Source: UMGF Contributor: rob(UMGF) Comments: "I own a 1919 00-21, and I wish I could remember the serial number right now (on my lunch break at work). I believe it is 1411X, so it is very close to this one in production time. This one looks more original than mine in that I have a replacement bridge, but a couple interesting similarities." "1. my fretboard has a similar discoloration in it, near the soundhole, but it is ebony. Just a light streak and smaller that on this one." "2. I've insisted that my inlays are not original, but luthiers who've looked at it say that the fretboard is original, and there's no evidence of tampering with the inlays. My inlays are solid, no slots." "One difference I noticed - the bridge pins. I've been obsessing over getting mine to fit better - maybe they're not original after all. Hmmm..." "Concerning the top wood...photorc has a 1919 0-45 that he says could be cedar. The top on the one in the auction and his top look very similar." "I'll get the full serial number tonight." Model: 00-21 Built: 1919 Entry Date: 10-01-2008 Source: UMGF Contributor: Rob Montgomery Comments: "Purchased from Fred Oster's Vintage Instruments in Philadelphia in April, 2007 for $5,500." "Prior to being consigned at Vintage Instruments, this guitar lived in New Jersey for about 4 years after it was purchased from The Music Emporium in Lexington, MA in around 2002." "The Music Emporium had the restoration done to this guitar (TJ Thompson's shop), consisting of back and side crack repairs, neck set, bar refret, repro bridge (original saddle), bridge plate overlay, and some oil varnish finish work as necessary for the extensive back and side crack repairs. Also same oil varnish finish applied over the top wear and back of neck." "Bill Tippin in Marblehead, MA, set the guitar up and installed a new bone nut in 2007. New Waverly tuners installed at this time." "John Arnold inspected this guitar in 2008 and pronounced it in good health, confirming the above reapairs to be sound and in need of no further attention at that time." ============================== Serial #14113 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1919 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #14114 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1919 Entry Date: 09-30-2008 Source: Email Contributor: Chris(Methropro on UMGF) Comments: Badly repaired top crack bridge to butt, 7" back crack, cedar top?, solid square inlays (no slots), Ebay 9/30/08 $2,850 ============================== Serial #14216 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1919 Entry Date: 06-12-2007 Source: email Contributor: John Arnold Comments: Original finish with two repaired top cracks sitka top rosewood fingerboard ============================== Serial #14271 ============================ Model: 0-28 Built: 1919 Entry Date: 03-21-2008 Source: Intermountain Guitar Contributor: Chris Bennet Comments: Asking Price:: $10,000 Really nice, couple of nice repairs, action ok ============================== Serial #14302 ============================ Model: 0-45 Built: 1919 Entry Date: 10-06-2006 Source: Skinners Auction House Contributor: Metropro(UMGF) Comments: Solid peghead, pyramid bridge, large OM style pickguard Lot 64B 1919 Martin 0-45 est. $13-15k noticeable pickwear above tip of pickguard ============================== Serial #14328 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1919 Entry Date: 02-20-1999 Source: www.themusicemporium.com Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: URL::http://web.archive.org/web/19990220180735/www.themusicemporium.com/flattop.htm Very clean Some belt wear on back Asking Price::$3,000 Model: 0-18 Built: 1919 Entry Date: 11-01-1999 Source: Mandolin Bros. Catalog 11/99 Contributor: Marshall Comments: Asking Price::$3,350 Model: 0-18 Built: 1919 Entry Date: 08-01-2001 Source: Mandolin Bros Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: URL::http://web.archive.org/web/20010801154853/www.mandoweb.com/1b_morea.htm Some finish touchup on top just below first string Barely visible repaired hairline crack from sixth string area by bridge to the tail Chrome strap pin installed in the treble side of the neck heel "The pyramid rosewood bridge has been modified from its original through-saddle design by the skillful fitting of matching rosewood "end caps" on either side of the bridge saddle." Possibly done to repair cracked bridge Asking Price::$3,454 ============================== Serial #14329 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1919 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #14330 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1919 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #14331 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1919 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #14332 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1919 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #14333 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1919 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #14334 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1919 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #14335 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1919 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #14336 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1919 Entry Date: 07-28-2007 Source: German EBay Contributor: nlake(UMGF) ============================== Serial #14434 ============================ Model: 00-45 Built: 1919 Entry Date: 1981 Source: Mand. Bros. Contributor: Anonymous(email) ============================== Serial #14623 ============================ Model: 00-28 Built: 1920 Entry Date: 1985 Source: Mand. Bros. Contributor: Anonymous(email) ============================== Serial #14653 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1920 Entry Date: 10-19-2008 Source: Email Contributor: Chris(Methropro on UMGF) Comments: Tiny repaired top cracks, repaired bracing?, pickwear no bids, bad pix 10/19/08 Ebay ($3500) ============================== Serial #14769 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1920 Entry Date: 04-10-2007 Source: Intermountain Guitar & Banjo Contributor: Comments: Asking Price::$3,000 Model: 0-18 Built: 1920 Entry Date: 11-17-2007 Source: Intermountain Contributor: Chris Bennett Comments: Asking Price::$3000 Exc Intermountain 5/1/07-11/17/07 ============================== Serial #14776 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1920 Entry Date: 10-01-2009 Source: Honolulu Surfing Museum Contributor: Marshall Newman(email) Comments: Pineapple paint job ============================== Serial #14876 ============================ Model: 0-28 Built: 1920 Entry Date: 10-13-2008 Source: Email Contributor: Chris(Methropro on UMGF) Comments: Original finish, Fishman pickup, some playwear, repaired cracks on back and soundhole, pyramid bridge w/drop in saddle, diamond inlays Ebay 10/13/08 $3,500 ============================== Serial #14952 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1920 Entry Date: 06-01-2008 Source: E-Bay Contributor: Marshall Newman Comments: Screwed Down Bridge ============================== Serial #15003 ============================ Model: 0-45 Built: 1920 Entry Date: 10-13-2008 Source: Email Contributor: Chris(Methropro on UMGF) Comments: Original finish, pyramid bridge, nothing on cracks, 10/13/08 Ebay ($49,995) Model: 0-45 Built: 1920 Entry Date: 10-01-2009 Source: ? Contributor: Marshall Newman(email) ============================== Serial #15004 ============================ Model: 0-45 Built: 1920 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #15005 ============================ Model: 0-45 Built: 1920 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #15006 ============================ Model: 0-45 Built: 1920 Entry Date: 1991 Source: Mand. Bros. Contributor: Anonymous(email) ============================== Serial #15153 ============================ Model: 00-28 Built: 1920 Entry Date: 09-01-2009 Source: ebay Contributor: Marshall Newman(email) Model: 00-28 Built: 1920 Entry Date: 09-28-2009 Source: EBay Contributor: Henderson is go(UMGF) Comments: "This is a Vintage 1920 Martin 00-xx. I have done a little research to determine the year (1920)and model (00) but I am not sure of the model. It looks like other 00-28s that I have seen, but I am not an expert. If anyone out there has more info, please let me know. This guitar dates back to 1920 with a serial number of 15153. The guitar is in great shape and is FREE from any cracks, splits, or repairs! This is in 100% original condition. It looks like it was played yesterday and put in the case for the last 60 years. The wood is in GREAT shape there is no splintering or damage of any kind. The case is also in great shape. " EBay Item Number: 220486027599 Item Title: 1920 Martin Acoustic Guitar and Original Case Item Location: Richmond, Kentucky, United States ============================== Serial #15408 ============================ Model: 00-45 Built: 1920 Entry Date: 04-10-2007 Source: UMGF Contributor: Jan (boomklever on UMGF) Comments: Owned by Stephen Stills ============================== Serial #15466 ============================ Model: 0-28 Built: 1920 Entry Date: 04-15-2007 Source: Mandolin Brothers Contributor: Mac Carter ============================== Serial #15618 ============================ Model: 00-45 Built: 1920 Entry Date: 12-22-1997 Source: Elderly Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: "G-GV+" condition Ivory pyramid bridge Refinished Listed as on consignment Asking Price::$13,000 Model: 00-45 Built: 1920 Entry Date: 2000 Source: Elderly Contributor: Anonymous(email) ============================== Serial #15625 ============================ Model: 1-21 Built: 1920 Entry Date: 1992 Source: Mand. Bros. Contributor: Anonymous(email) Model: 1-21 Built: 1920 Entry Date: 1993 Source: Mand. Bros. Contributor: Anonymous(email) ============================== Serial #15660 ============================ Model: 0-28 Built: 1920 Entry Date: 1978 Source: Mandolin Brothers Contributor: anonymous(email) ============================== Serial #15810 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1920 Entry Date: 05-27-2007 Source: ebay Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Item # 130117852156 "This guitar was given to us by a dear friend before she passed. I have had it in a closet for at least five years. I know, from what she told us, that she had played it and enjoyed it for years. We do not know much about it,other than it is old." Missing binding on lower treble bout near bridge pin No strap pin in bottom Replaced back ============================== Serial #15818 ============================ Model: 0-18k Built: 1920 Entry Date: 05-31-2007 Source: ebay Contributor: Chris Bennett Comments: Sold For::$2822 Style 18 inlays, no nut, bar frets, lost binding lower bout, Center seam crack, older hsc, back replaced ============================== Serial #15865 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 1978 Source: Mand. Bros. Contributor: Anonymous(email) Model: 0-21 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 1978 Source: Mandolin Brothers Contributor: anonymous(email) ============================== Serial #15866 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #15867 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #15868 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #15869 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #15870 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #15871 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #15872 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 1985 Source: Mand. Bros. Contributor: Anonymous(email) ============================== Serial #15949 ============================ Model: 000-45 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 1980 Source: Mandolin Brothers Contributor: anonymous(email) Model: 000-45 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 1981 Source: Mand. Bros. Contributor: Anonymous(email) ============================== Serial #15954 ============================ Model: 0-28 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 11-28-2008 Source: Email Contributor: Chris(Methropro on UMGF) Comments: Nearly perfect 11/28/08-12/12/08 Intermountain $8,700 ============================== Serial #15998 ============================ Model: 1/4-18 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 04-10-2007 Source: EBay Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Seller claims only 22 made between 1918 & 1931 Made for the Wm. J Smith Company in New York Martin stamp on back of peghead Wm J. Smith sticker inside 12 fret slothead, 26 inches long, 6 & 5/8ths across the upper bout, 6 inches across the waist, 9 inches across the lower bout, 3 inches thick at lower bout Small crack in the top near edge of lower bout crack in the back small horseshoe shaped dent in bottom near strap peg ============================== Serial #16018 ============================ Model: 5-21 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 04-20-2007 Source: EBay Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Item #190105028534 Two cracks on back fixed Some new binding on lower bout front and back Original bridge reslotted New saddle Original bridge plate reglued Neck reset Finish looks overly shiny/glossy for an early 20's Martin Model: 5-21 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 04-27-2007 Source: eBay Contributor: UkeRichard(email) Comments: Buy It Now $2,500 ============================== Serial #16117 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 08-11-2004 Source: Intermountain Guitar Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: URL::http://web.archive.org/web/20040811225634/http://www.guitarandbanjo.com/inventory/used-martin.html Asking Price::$1,800 "Very Good to Excellent Condition" ============================== Serial #16212 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 10-11-2000 Source: Bernuzio Vintage Instruments Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: URL::http://web.archive.org/web/20001011055126/bernunzio.com/cgi-bin/bernunzio/Finder.pl?Class=Guitar "An exceptional sounding and all original example. The cosmetics appear very good but there are a few repaired cracks as well as a repaired heel crack" Asking Price::$3,250 ============================== Serial #16253 ============================ Model: 00-28K Built: 1921 Entry Date: 1990 Source: Mand. Bros. Contributor: Anonymous(email) Comments: Only one made Model: 000-28K Built: 1921 Entry Date: 04-01-2007 Source: Gruhn Contributor: Uke Richard Comments: Asking Price::$18,000 (1 of 2 made) Model: 000-18K Built: 1921 Entry Date: 04-27-2007 Source: www Contributor: elephantfan88 Comments: URL::http://www.vintageguitar.com/brands/details.asp?ID=226 The first of only two known to have been made. Web Site notes that Martin had this one listed as a plain 000-18 ============================== Serial #16258 ============================ Model: 00-42 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 05-19-2007 Source: ebay Contributor: Marshal Comments: Cracked headstock Reglued Braces Replacement Bridge Replacement nut Cracks ============================== Serial #16347 ============================ Model: 000-28K Built: 1921 Entry Date: 04-01-2007 Source: Gruhn Contributor: Uke Richard Comments: Asking Price::$25,000 (2 of 2 made) ============================== Serial #16475 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 04-02-2005 Source: www.12fret.com Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Image::http://web.archive.org/web/20050204093649/www.12fret.com/used/martinO21n16475.jpg First image shows style as 21, description says 18. Pictures of back do not look like rosewood Image::http://web.archive.org/web/20050204014745/www.12fret.com/used/martinO21n16475top.jpg Image::http://web.archive.org/web/20050204095510/www.12fret.com/used/martinO21n16475bk.jpg Image::http://web.archive.org/web/20050204012837/www.12fret.com/used/martinO21n16475nk.jpg Needs neck reset Bridge loose Medium to heavy wear on first three frets Lots of finish wear Asking Price::$1,115 Canadian Asking Price $1,350 ============================== Serial #16476 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #16477 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #16478 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #16479 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #16480 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #16481 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #16482 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #16483 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #16484 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #16485 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #16486 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #16487 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #16488 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #16489 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #16490 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #16491 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #16492 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #16493 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #16494 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #16495 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #16496 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #16497 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #16498 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #16499 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #16500 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #16501 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #16502 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #16503 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #16504 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #16505 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #16506 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #16507 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #16508 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #16509 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #16510 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #16511 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #16512 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #16513 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #16514 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #16515 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #16516 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #16517 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #16518 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #16519 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 01-01-2008 Source: Musurgia Contributor: Chris Bennet Comments: Musurgia no date, or price. OHSC all original, refretted, 2 repaired top cracks below the brdge, some pickwear ============================== Serial #16528 ============================ Model: 00-42 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 05-13-2007 Source: ebay Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Repaired 12 inch crack in lower bout Repaired 10 inch crack on right lower bout Repaired damage from non original tail piece that has been removed Neck Reset Repaired headstock Replaced binding on right side of neck Refinished back, sides and neck One coat of french polish on top Replacement bone nut Replacement ebony bridge Replacement bridge pins Plugged hole in fretboard from previous peghead repair Replacement fret markers Replacement strap pin Reglued braces Appraised by Gruhn's for $15,000 Reserve said to be lower than Gruhn's appraisal ============================== Serial #16579 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 05-23-2001 Source: Elderly Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: URL::http://web.archive.org/web/20070506053810/http://www.elderly.com/vintage/items/10U-2959.htm "Exc" condition One minor repaired back crack On consignment On hold Asking Price::$4,500 ============================== Serial #16586 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 03-21-2008 Source: Intermountain Guitar Contributor: Chris Bennet Comments: Asking Price:: $8500 All original, great action, 3-4 small repaired top cracks, orig bar frets ============================== Serial #16587 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #16588 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 07-18-2007 Source: email Contributor: Dawn Andrews Comments: Small non original pickguard. Looks tastefully done Non original belly bridge ============================== Serial #16635 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 12-30-2008 Source: Email Contributor: Chris(Methropro on UMGF) Comments: 2"x6" patch on treble side, back binding & purfling replaced, replaced tuners, repro pyramid bridge, new bridgeplate, neck set, 1" chunk of heel replaced, heel cap replaced, total refinish, several repaired cracks on top-side-back, replaced spruce under the FBX 12/30/08-1/1/09 Elderly $6,500 ============================== Serial #16727 ============================ Model: 0-42-044Olcott-Bickford Soloist Built: 1921 Entry Date: 09-01-2001 Source: Mandolin Bros. Catalog 9/01 Contributor: Marshall Comments: Asking Price::$10,000 Model: 0-42-044Olcott-Bickford Soloist Built: 1921 Entry Date: 10-21-2001 Source: Mandolin Brothers Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Ebony friction pegs with rosewood bushings Image::http://web.archive.org/web/20030917153103/www.mandoweb.com/83-8326.jpg URL::http://web.archive.org/web/20011021104107/www.mandoweb.com/1_Acoustic.htm French polished Purchased by current owner at age 17 in 1946 for $60 Accompanied by a letter signed by the late CF Martin III data March 3, 1967 Asking Price::$10,310 ============================== Serial #16728 ============================ Model: 0-42-044Olcott-Bickford Soloist Built: 1921 Entry Date: 03-15-2007 Source: EBay Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Sold for $6,000 Ebony friction pegs with rosewood bushings Unrepaired cracks as of Apr 2007 Model: 0-42-044Olcott-Bickford Soloist Built: 1921 Entry Date: 03-27-2007 Source: ebay Contributor: Chris Bennett Comments: Serious issues and cracks ============================== Serial #16736 ============================ Model: 0-28 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 12-15-2008 Source: Email Contributor: Chris(Methropro on UMGF) Comments: BIN, fixer-upper, big back pickguard on upper right quad covering pickwear HOLE! tha's badly patched, massive oversized bridge,7 top cracks bridge to butt, 7 back cracks, holes from old tailpiece, replaced/wrong fretboard, 12/15/08 EBAY $1600 ============================== Serial #16737 ============================ Model: 0-28 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #16738 ============================ Model: 0-28 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #16739 ============================ Model: 0-28 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #16740 ============================ Model: 0-28 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #16741 ============================ Model: 0-28 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #16742 ============================ Model: 0-28 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #16743 ============================ Model: 0-28 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #16744 ============================ Model: 0-28 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #16745 ============================ Model: 0-28 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #16746 ============================ Model: 0-28 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #16747 ============================ Model: 0-28 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #16748 ============================ Model: 0-28 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #16749 ============================ Model: 0-28 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 06-20-2007 Source: email Contributor: Matt Neiburger Comments: "I swapped for the guitar in 1989 while I was living in Ashland, Kentucky." ============================== Serial #16750 ============================ Model: 0-28 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #16751 ============================ Model: 0-28 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #16752 ============================ Model: 0-28 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #16753 ============================ Model: 0-28 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #16754 ============================ Model: 0-28 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #16755 ============================ Model: 0-28 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #16756 ============================ Model: 0-28 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #16757 ============================ Model: 0-28 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #16758 ============================ Model: 0-28 Built: 1921 Entry Date: 2001 Source: Bernunzio Contributor: Anonymous(email) ============================== Serial #16765 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1922 Entry Date: 06-10-2009 Source: ebay Contributor: Marshall Newman(email) Comments: Replacement bridge, edge ding ============================== Serial #16845 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1922 Entry Date: 04-27-2007 Source: www Contributor: elephantfan88 Comments: URL::http://www.mudcat.org/thread.cfm?threadid=100848&messages=37 ============================== Serial #17109 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1922 Entry Date: 04-01-2007 Source: Kovacik Guitars Contributor: Uke Richard Comments: Asking Price::$2250 ============================== Serial #17121 ============================ Model: 00-42 Built: 1922 Entry Date: 04-10-2007 Source: UMGF Contributor: Jan (boomklever on UMGF) Comments: Owned by Stephen Stills Model: 0-42 Built: 1922 Entry Date: 05-19-2007 Source: ebay Contributor: Marshal Comments: Item #150119505082 Sold Price::$8,359 Non period replacement bridge Replacement rosewood bridge plate Finish touchup around bridge Replacement bar frets Three repaired hairline cracks in top Split brace reglued "ON INSIDE OF GUITAR SOMEONE USED TOOL(MOST LIKELY A DRILL) TO SEPARATE THE BOTTOM END BLOCK FROM TOP... A PRACTICE APPARENTLY DONE TO IMPROVE SOUND. MANY PEOPLE WHO HAVE LOOKED AT IT INCLUDING MARTIN REPAIRMAN DON'T SEE THIS AS AFFECTING SOUND OR STABILITY/INTEGRITY IN ANY WAY." Wurlitzer branded ============================== Serial #17128 ============================ Model: ??-?? Built: 1922 Entry Date: 05-20-2007 Source: email Contributor: anonymous Comments: Essentially a Martin 0-42 One of eleven total made ============================== Serial #17400 ============================ Model: 00-42 Built: 1922 Entry Date: 10-13-2008 Source: Email Contributor: Chris(Methropro on UMGF) Comments: Pick wear to soundhole area, back hairline crack approx. 8 in, from top of back, parallel to center joint. Needs neck reset. Surface scratches and abrasions. Estimate $10,000-15,000 10/13/08 Skinner auction ============================== Serial #17401 ============================ Model: 00-42 Built: 1922 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #17402 ============================ Model: 00-42 Built: 1922 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #17403 ============================ Model: 00-42 Built: 1922 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #17404 ============================ Model: 00-42 Built: 1922 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #17405 ============================ Model: 00-42 Built: 1922 Entry Date: 07-13-2007 Source: email Contributor: Marshall Comments: "17405 was built to handle steel strings. In exceptional condition, it was offered in 1999 by Real Guitars for $12,000, went to another dealer on the East Coast that offered it for $20,000, after which it apparently sold; it can be seen on pages 51 and 52 of The Acoustic Guitar by Freeth and Alexander." ============================== Serial #17406 ============================ Model: 00-42 Built: 1922 Entry Date: 07-13-2007 Source: email Contributor: Marshall ============================== Serial #17407 ============================ Model: 00-42 Built: 1922 Entry Date: 07-13-2007 Source: email Contributor: Marshall ============================== Serial #17408 ============================ Model: 00-42 Built: 1922 Entry Date: 07-13-2007 Source: email Contributor: Marshall ============================== Serial #17409 ============================ Model: 00-42 Built: 1922 Entry Date: 1999 Source: Marshall Contributor: Comments: Purchased Price::$3,500 Model: 00-42 Built: 1922 Entry Date: 04-15-2007 Source: Marshall Contributor: Model: 00-42 Built: 1922 Entry Date: 07-13-2007 Source: email Contributor: Marshall ============================== Serial #17410 ============================ Model: 00-42 Built: 1922 Entry Date: 07-13-2007 Source: email Contributor: Marshall ============================== Serial #17411 ============================ Model: 00-42 Built: 1922 Entry Date: 07-13-2007 Source: email Contributor: Marshall ============================== Serial #17468 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1922 Entry Date: 04-30-2007 Source: eBay Contributor: UkeRichard(email) Comments: Sold For:: $791 Model: 2-17 Built: 1922 Entry Date: 05-19-2007 Source: Personal Collection Contributor: Doug (guitaropsimath on UMGF) Comments: Some old well repaired cracks on the sides Two newer not so well repaired cracks on the back One bent tuner Bridge shaved Described as extremely resonant with good intonation Finish appears original but may have been partially oversprayed. Looks cloudy in spots "bought it on ebay at a very low price from someone who doesn't play, but had had it for 8 years, intending to learn. She thought it was cool and bought it instead of the solidbody electric she had set out to buy." Guitar's is Nina ============================== Serial #17469 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1922 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #17470 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1922 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #17471 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1922 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #17472 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1922 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #17473 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1922 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #17474 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1922 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #17475 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1922 Entry Date: 09-02-2008 Source: ebay Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: "Over all this Martin is in great shape both structurally and aesthetically. Some Martin collectors my be put off because at one point my grandfather electrified this 2-17. This modification was then reversed and covered with a matching mahogany patch. There is a small notch in the sound hole for the pickup. This in no way effects the playability or wonderful sound produced by the instrument. The repair in my opinion blends into the instrument about as well as can be" "The body, neck, bridge, and bracing are all in good shape. Original tuner hardware is in good condition. Action seems slightly high and first 3 frets show wear but not damage. Guitar was recently strung with extra light Martin 80/20 strings" "This vintage Martin parlor guitar is such a wonderful pleasure to play. My grandfather played this guitar since he was a child for good reason. This guitar is being offered at no reserve. Please bid to win this lovely peice of Martin history. I will answer your questions to the best of my ability" Editor Note, Large square patch on the side has four screws. Finish likely touched up or redone. Looks a little off ============================== Serial #17677 ============================ Model: T-18 Built: 1922 Entry Date: 09-19-2009 Source: email Contributor: anonymous Comments: Martins records do not record a style for many Tiple's made in 1922 and earlier. Best guess is style 18 based on materials. ============================== Serial #17714 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1922 Entry Date: 04-01-2003 Source: Mandolin Bros. Catalog 4/03 Contributor: Marshall Comments: Asking Price::$1,296 ============================== Serial #17808 ============================ Model: 00-45 Built: 1922 Entry Date: 05-23-2002 Source: www.12fret.com Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: URL::http://web.archive.org/web/20020523005131/http://www.12fret.com/usedSoldGallery/indexSold.html Image::http://web.archive.org/web/20050517173017/www.12fret.com/usedSoldGallery/martinOO45.jpg Complete refinish Frefret Replacement pyramid bridge Replacement binding on fingerboard Muttiple repaired back and side cracks "It is a super-easy player, and does NOT have the mid-1940's massive 'baseball bat' neck that I have seen on others" ============================== Serial #17840 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1923 Entry Date: 06-09-2007 Source: email Contributor: Jim Whitcomb Comments: Purchased at a thrift shop in San Diego around 2004 ============================== Serial #17938 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1923 Entry Date: 09-24-2008 Source: Email Contributor: Chris(Methropro on UMGF) Comments: Total refinish, 6 repaired back cracks, 2 "incipient" top cracks, pyramid bridge, replaced bridge plate, 9/24/08-12/11/08 Mandolin Bros $3,250 ============================== Serial #17941 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1923 Entry Date: 02-10-2008 Source: Email Contributor: Chris(Methropro on UMGF) Comments: Restored, looks refinished 2/10/08-3/19/08 Landau Guitar $5995 ============================== Serial #18225 ============================ Model: 00-18k Built: 1923 Entry Date: 02-29-2008 Source: Bernunzio Contributor: Chris Bennet Comments: Asking Price:: $5,250 Neck reset, repro bridge, complete overspray, repaired cracks, and screw holes from pickguard and tailpiece. Converted? 12/6/07-2/29/08 ============================== Serial #18346 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1923 Entry Date: 04-10-2007 Source: Intermountain Guitar & Banjo Contributor: Comments: Neck Reset Asking Price::$3,850 ============================== Serial #18379 ============================ Model: 0-28K Built: 1923 Entry Date: 05-04-2007 Source: Skinner Auction House Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Sale 2361 Lot 29 Sold Price::$2,703 Model: 0-28K Built: 1923 Entry Date: 05-04-2007 Source: UMGF Contributor: Metropro Comments: For sale at Skinner's auction house There is some doubt on the serial number as this one is listed by Skinners as being from 1931 Badly worn and flaking finish Substantial center seam crack Metal tail piece with three screws Mahogany patch where original bridge apparently ripped out of top Enormous and poorly glued non original bridge plate Possibly twelve inches of ivoroid binding missing from upper bout ============================== Serial #18408 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1923 Entry Date: 04-02-2007 Source: EBay Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Six repaired top cracks below bridge Two repaired top cracks running from soundhole to where neck meets body Non original compensated saddle Non original bridge pins "scalloped" top braces. Possibly due to past rodent activity Surprisingly stable and nice cosmetically given all that ============================== Serial #18458 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1923 Entry Date: 05-30-2007 Source: ebay Contributor: elephantfan95 Comments: Item # 260123758662 Bridge lifting on bass side "key" dent on treble side Finish crazing Some specks of white paint From estate sale Model: 2-17 Built: 1923 Entry Date: 06-05-2007 Source: eBay Contributor: UkeRichard(email) Comments: Sold For:: $1,051 ============================== Serial #18561 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1923 Entry Date: 09-10-2007 Source: Mandolin World Heaquarters Contributor: UkeRichard(email) Comments: Sold For:: $2,500 ============================== Serial #18742 ============================ Model: 0-18Ditson Built: 1923 Entry Date: 09-01-1997 Source: Mandolin Bros. Catalog 9/97 Contributor: Marshall Comments: Asking Price::$3,500 Model: 0-18Ditson Built: 1923 Entry Date: 03-01-1998 Source: Mandolin Bros. Catalog 3/98 Contributor: Marshall Comments: Asking Price::$2,295 Martin/Ditson Model: 0-18Ditson Built: 1923 Entry Date: 09-14-2004 Source: Mandolin Bros Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: URL::http://web.archive.org/web/20040914011330/http://www.mandoweb.com/1_Acoustic.htm "It is overall in excellent showing a few scratches on the back with a small ding and scratch or two (or more) on the top. After careful examination we have come to the conclusion that the top finish may actually be original (it is in startlingly fine shape), but said top may have been buffed and polished with great vigor. In other words, the patina of age has been superceded by its lustrous shine. What was some past owner thinking? We, ourselves, prefer grimy and dull. The sides and back show little wear, just a few scratches and a mildly pronounced back center seam (dryness can cause this)." Asking Price::$3815 ============================== Serial #18836 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1923 Entry Date: 05-01-2007 Source: skovacik Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Asking Price::$3500 The one that got away. Missed it by just a few minutes Very nice shape Model: 0-18K Built: 1923 Entry Date: 01-01-2009 Source: email Contributor: anonymous Comments: "Condition: excellent-plus (neck reset in 2007, new compensated saddle, a couple of replaced bridge pins, otherwise 100% original)" ============================== Serial #18972 ============================ Model: 0-28 Built: 1923 Entry Date: 12-11-2005 Source: Intermountain Guitar Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: URL::http://web.archive.org/web/20051211133724/http://www.guitarandbanjo.com/inventory/used-martin.html Asking Price:: $5,500 "Exc Condition" ============================== Serial #18996 ============================ Model: 0-42 Built: 1923 Entry Date: 04-11-2007 Source: EBay Contributor: David(Davids Harp on UMGF) Comments: Refinished with nitrocellulose lacquer by Martin in the late 1960's Oversized maple bridge plate installed at same time to allow for steel strings Neck reset as well Fingerboard has been off and reglued Gruhn estimate of 15k Non original compensated ivory saddle Non original ivory bridge pins Opening bid of 10,999.99 Model: 0-42 Built: 1923 Entry Date: 05-19-2007 Source: ebay Contributor: Marshal Comments: Refinished Cracks ============================== Serial #19009 ============================ Model: 0-42-044Olcott-Bickford Built: 1923 Entry Date: 10-13-2006 Source: Christies Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Auction Sale #1714 Lot 0010 Vahdah Olcott-Bickford model Estimate 3-5k Sold for $4800 ============================== Serial #19010 ============================ Model: 0-42-044Olcott-Bickford Built: 1923 Entry Date: 08-06-2007 Source: Martin Museum Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: On Display at Martin Museum August 2007 ============================== Serial #19084 ============================ Model: 0-28K Built: 1923 Entry Date: 03-06-2005 Source: Intermountain Guitar Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: URL::http://web.archive.org/web/20050306052306/http://www.guitarandbanjo.com/inventory/used-martin.html Asking Price:: $5,000 "Exc Condition" "Beautifully-figured Koa wood, braced for steel strings" ============================== Serial #19196 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1923 Entry Date: 10-01-2006 Source: EBay Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Non original bridge plate ============================== Serial #19280 ============================ Model: 2-17Wurlitzer Built: 1923 Entry Date: 04-13-2008 Source: email Contributor: anonymous Comments: Wurlitzer stamp ============================== Serial #19455 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1923 Entry Date: 04-01-1998 Source: Mandolin Bros. Catalog 4/98 Contributor: Marshall Comments: Asking Price::$2,995 Model: 0-18 Built: 1923 Entry Date: 01-01-1999 Source: Mandolin Bros. Catalog 1/99 Contributor: Marshall Comments: Asking Price::$2,464 ============================== Serial #19456 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1923 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #19457 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1923 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #19458 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1923 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #19459 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1923 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #19460 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1923 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #19461 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1923 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #19462 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1923 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #19463 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1923 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #19464 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1923 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #19465 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1923 Entry Date: 03-09-2008 Source: EBay UK Contributor: Spook69(UMGF) Comments: Item #170199705412 "This beautiful instrument has been in my family since 1923. It has been lovingly looked after, serviced, re-strung and played. A costly divorce is the only reason I have for selling this guitar. As long as it goes to a loving home, however, I will be happy" Oversprayed/refinished. Bridge and fretboard both very shiny which indicates a less than knowledgeable person worked on this at some point ============================== Serial #19466 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1923 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #19467 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1923 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #19468 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1923 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #19469 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1923 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #19470 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1923 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #19471 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1923 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #19472 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1923 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #19473 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1923 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #19474 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1923 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #19475 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1923 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #19476 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1923 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #19477 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1923 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #19478 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1923 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #19479 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1923 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #19480 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1923 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #19481 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1923 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #19482 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1923 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #19483 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1923 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #19484 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1923 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #19485 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1923 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #19486 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1923 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #19487 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1923 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #19488 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1923 Entry Date: 04-02-2007 Source: Christies Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: auction Sale # 1816 Lot 0004 Original ebony nut Two repaired cracks in back near heel on treble side Top lightly oversprayed ============================== Serial #19715 ============================ Model: T-18Wurlitzer Built: 1923 Entry Date: 02-17-2008 Source: Ebay Contributor: Spook69(UMGF) Comments: Item #230222671007 "This was my late fathers and it.s been sitting in storage for many years. It comes in a hard case which fits it nicely and there are no identifying marks on the case. Until today, it had 4 Ukulele strings on it, so it had been converted to a Ukulele. To do this the fatter Uke strings would not fit through the brass plate at the bridge, so that plate was removed. You can see it in one of the pictures as it was not discarded. The wood was sufficient to support the Uke strings without damage. However on the nut, that piece is supposed to have grooves for 10 strings and the fat Uke strings have caused 3 of the seperations between the grooves to break off. That.s the only repair needed. There is some wear to the finish below the Sound hole and a few minor scrapes here and there. See the pix. All very minor. Some strings are included. Some say Violin and some say banjo so you.ll no doubt need to get new strings when you get the nut repaired" ============================== Serial #19734 ============================ Model: D-111Ditson Built: 1923 Entry Date: 12-22-1923 Source: email Contributor: anonymous ============================== Serial #19811 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1923 Entry Date: 02-01-2004 Source: EBay Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Non original top finish Finish on back, sides and neck heavily compromised Non original tuners Patched hole in side Missing portion of rosette. Badly patched Non original bridge Lots of repaired cracks Neck set Wedge under fingerboard extension ============================== Serial #20065 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1924 Entry Date: 07-27-2007 Source: ebay Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Item #260143302941 "Belonged to my grandfather" Cracks in side, looks like they were badly repaired Non original bridge Screw in fretboard extension ============================== Serial #20709 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1924 Entry Date: 04-01-2007 Source: Folkway Music Contributor: Uke Richard Comments: Asking Price::$1,595,00(Canadian) ============================== Serial #20768 ============================ Model: 5-18 Built: 1924 Entry Date: 12-01-2003 Source: Mandolin Bros. Catalog 12/03 Contributor: Marshall Comments: Asking Price::$2,250 ============================== Serial #21256 ============================ Model: 00-28 Built: 1924 Entry Date: 03-01-1998 Source: Mandolin Bros. Catalog 3/98 Contributor: Marshall Comments: Asking Price::$6,500 ============================== Serial #21257 ============================ Model: 00-28 Built: 1924 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #21258 ============================ Model: 00-28 Built: 1924 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #21259 ============================ Model: 00-28 Built: 1924 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #21260 ============================ Model: 00-28 Built: 1924 Entry Date: 1996 Source: Mand. Bros. Contributor: Anonymous(email) Model: 00-28 Built: 1924 Entry Date: 11-10-1996 Source: Mandolin Bros Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: URL::http://web.archive.org/web/19961110003710/www.mandoweb.com/13-6635.htm Described as one of the cleanest and most original examples of this model Mandolin Bros had ever seen Asking Price: $8,248 ============================== Serial #21267 ============================ Model: 0-28K Built: 1924 Entry Date: 07-13-2007 Source: Collection Contributor: Rob Kinghorn Comments: Not converted Bought Dec 2003 ============================== Serial #21285 ============================ Model: 00-45 Built: 1924 Entry Date: 1978 Source: Mandolin Brothers Contributor: anonymous(email) Model: 00-45 Built: 1924 Entry Date: 1978 Source: Mand. Bros. Contributor: Anonymous(email) ============================== Serial #21373 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1924 Entry Date: 12-27-2008 Source: Email Contributor: Chris(Methropro on UMGF) Comments: Long repaired side crack, "minty" condition,orig bridge, mountaine-antiques 12/27/08 EBAY $2,660 ============================== Serial #21475 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1924 Entry Date: 04-10-2007 Source: Intermountain Guitar & Banjo Contributor: Comments: Neck reset Asking Price::$2,100 Model: 2-17 Built: 1924 Entry Date: 04-13-2007 Source: Email Contributor: Uke Richard ============================== Serial #21539 ============================ Model: D-111Ditson Built: 1924 Entry Date: 01-01-2001 Source: The History of the American Guitar by Tony Bacon UK edition Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: ISBN 1-871547-67-9 Picture of front of guitar on Page 54 Pickguard looks very much like the one on the modern D-111 Ditson replica Model: D-111Ditson Built: 1924 Entry Date: 06-12-2007 Source: email Contributor: John Arnold Comments: repaired in 2005. ============================== Serial #21582 ============================ Model: 0-45 Built: 1924 Entry Date: 1988 Source: Mand. Bros. Contributor: Anonymous(email) ============================== Serial #21724 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1924 Entry Date: 1996 Source: Mand. Bros. Contributor: Anonymous(email) Model: 00-18 Built: 1924 Entry Date: 01-12-1997 Source: Mandolin Bros Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: URL::http://web.archive.org/web/19970112161205/www.mandoweb.com/acoust_1.htm Pyramid bridge Light wear on the face of the guitar Two repaired side cracks with some light overspray Asking Price::$3,609 Model: 00-18 Built: 1924 Entry Date: 09-01-1997 Source: Mandolin Bros. Catalog 9/97 Contributor: Marshall Comments: Asking Price::$3,500 ============================== Serial #21906 ============================ Model: 2-15 Built: 1924 Entry Date: 2007 Source: Elderly Contributor: Jochem Comments: Asking Price:: $1,100 ============================== Serial #22070 ============================ Model: 00-28 Built: 1925 Entry Date: 01-01-2009 Source: email Contributor: anonymous Comments: "Condition: excellent (100% original, unmodified, crack-free)" ============================== Serial #22079 ============================ Model: 000-28 Built: 1925 Entry Date: 1980 Source: Music Man Contributor: anonymous(email) Model: 000-28 Built: 1925 Entry Date: 1981 Source: Music Man Contributor: Anonymous(email) ============================== Serial #22099 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1925 Entry Date: 1992 Source: Mand. Bros. Contributor: Anonymous(email) ============================== Serial #22124 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1925 Entry Date: 2007 Source: Elderly Instruments Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #22125 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1925 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #22126 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1925 Entry Date: 06-24-2003 Source: Bernuzio Vintage Instruments Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: URL::http://web.archive.org/web/20030630194025/bernunzio.com/cgi-bin/bernunzio/showimg2000?img=037310 Image::http://web.archive.org/web/20030630194025/http://bernunzio.com/pictures/037310.jpg Image::http://web.archive.org/web/20030630194025/http://bernunzio.com/pictures/037310b.jpg Original bar frets "three repaired side cracks and a repaired spot on the shoulder; two repaired back cracks; neck reset by H. F. Eibert" ============================== Serial #22342 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1925 Entry Date: 11-10-1996 Source: Mandolin Bros Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: URL::http://web.archive.org/web/19961110003639/www.mandoweb.com/acoust_1.htm Finish touchup via french polishing Aking Price::$2,938 ============================== Serial #22343 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1925 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #22344 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1925 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #22345 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1925 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #22346 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1925 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #22347 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1925 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #22348 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1925 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #22349 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1925 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #22350 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1925 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #22351 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1925 Entry Date: 04-10-2007 Source: Intermountain Guitar & Banjo Contributor: Comments: Listed as 0-21H. In reality a modified 0-21 Seven string guitar in Hawaiian style It's VERY likely the 7th string was added later The Martin logs list this as a plain old 0-21 Seventh tuner in center of peghead at top Needless to say, no visible stamp on back of peghead Asking Price::$7,500 ============================== Serial #22422 ============================ Model: ??-?? Built: 1925 Entry Date: 04-01-2007 Source: 20090924 Contributor: Comments: "This is a 1924 Martin 0-18 in fair condition. It appears to have its original finish, what's left of it, but there has definitely been some over-spraying or touch-up efforts over the years in areas where some damage occurred, as seen in the close-ups of the back and sides where patches or splices of wood can be seen. The top is remarkably crack-free and the small maple bridgeplate and scalloped bracings are all original and still in good shape. So once restored, this guitar should have an excellent sound. I assume that the ebony stringnut and pyramid bridge are original. The guitar needs a neck-set, but there appears to be no cracks or repaired neck breaks or headstock repairs ot structural issues of any kind." "Looking inside at the original serial number (22422), one sees a glue line where apparently the neck block was cracked at one time. One of the original bar frets has lifted up out of its slot at the 12th fret, as seen in the close-up. The original rosewood binding on the sides and back is in good shape and I guess the tuning keys are original with those ebony buttons that match the ebony fingerboard. There is a obviously a replacement screw in the D-string's tuning gear as seen in the close-up. The brazilian rosewood headstock veneer is in good shape. So, really other than the side patch and 2-inch back patch seen in the close-ups, this guitar pretty much is structurally 'all there' and should make a nice-playing and sounding pre-war Martin. Being that a 1920's 0-18 is priced in the guitar guide books fro $3,000 to $4,000... here's a chance to own a fair one that's only needing some work, primarily a neck re-set and some fret work, I believe. This vintage pre-war Martin guitar has no case, but will be double-boxed for added protection during shipment." Model: 0-18 Built: 1925 Entry Date: 09-01-2009 Source: ebay Contributor: Marshall Newman(email) Comments: Cracked neck block, back patch, side patch, replaced tuners Price: $1,250 Buy It Now ============================== Serial #22726 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1925 Entry Date: 1984 Source: Mand. Bros. Contributor: Anonymous(email) ============================== Serial #22921 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1925 Entry Date: 03-15-2008 Source: EBay Contributor: Spook69(UMGF) Comments: Item #180224322701 "As you can see from the photos an early style torch inlay was added to the slotted headstock some where along the way (I assume its not factory). Looks like the nut, bridge, and tuners are replacements as well." "The guitar is in good shape for its age. It has had multiple cracks repaired on the top, back and sides, none of which currently need any further attention. The guitar has never had a neck reset. It measures 5/32 from the top of the 12th fret to the bottom of the E string with some saddle left to take it down slightly further. The guitar is playable as is but a neck reset is probably needed in the future. The guitar was recently checked out by a reputable luthier and given a clean bill of health." "The guitar comes with an old non-original chipboard case." Non original bridge. Looks like there was an oversized bridge on the guitar at one point Finish looks a bit funky ============================== Serial #23486 ============================ Model: 0-28 Built: 1925 Entry Date: 04-23-1999 Source: Elderly Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: "G-VG+" condition Replacement belly bridge (Should likely be pyramid) Bridgeplate patch On consignment Asking Price::$3,000 Model: 0-28 Built: 1925 Entry Date: 2000 Source: Elderly Contributor: Anonymous(email) ============================== Serial #23487 ============================ Model: 0-28 Built: 1925 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #23488 ============================ Model: 0-28 Built: 1925 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #23489 ============================ Model: 0-28 Built: 1925 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #23490 ============================ Model: 0-28 Built: 1925 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #23491 ============================ Model: 0-28 Built: 1925 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #23492 ============================ Model: 0-28 Built: 1925 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #23493 ============================ Model: 0-28 Built: 1925 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #23494 ============================ Model: 0-28 Built: 1925 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #23495 ============================ Model: 0-28 Built: 1925 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #23496 ============================ Model: 0-28 Built: 1925 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #23497 ============================ Model: 0-28 Built: 1925 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #23498 ============================ Model: 0-28 Built: 1925 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #23499 ============================ Model: 0-28 Built: 1925 Entry Date: 04-15-2007 Source: Mandolin Brothers Contributor: Mac Carter ============================== Serial #23505 ============================ Model: 00-28 Built: 1925 Entry Date: 10-23-2005 Source: Mandolin Bros Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: URL::http://web.archive.org/web/20051023134801/http://www.mandoweb.com/1_Acoustic.htm Image::http://web.archive.org/web/20051023165613/www.mandoweb.com/48-3782.jpg "It has overspray on the body and was buffed up a bit -- a center seam was, perhaps at the Martin factory, repaired and in those days the factory liked to make it look shiny again. but it has lived long enough to acquire another patina. There is, for example, light pickwear through the finish at 4 o clock position on the soundhole, One person opined that perhaps the top was refinished, but the marks under the finish suggest overspray -- one can see a few ancient dings under the overspray on the face, but the rest of the guitar is solidly excellent with just a few minor signs of use, again, under the overspray." Asking Price::$8,248 ============================== Serial #23506 ============================ Model: 00-28 Built: 1925 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #23507 ============================ Model: 00-28 Built: 1925 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #23508 ============================ Model: 00-28 Built: 1925 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #23509 ============================ Model: 00-28 Built: 1925 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #23510 ============================ Model: 00-28 Built: 1925 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #23511 ============================ Model: 00-28 Built: 1925 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #23512 ============================ Model: 00-28 Built: 1925 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #23513 ============================ Model: 00-28 Built: 1925 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #23514 ============================ Model: 00-28 Built: 1925 Entry Date: 08-15-2007 Source: UMGF Contributor: Hamjack(UMGF) Comments: My wife and I were over some friends house last night. I've been lending Judy a tele and a martin HD 35 to learn to play. Well, after a half hour or so she says, "we have a guitar you know, it was Mark's aunts guitar when she was a nurse in WWII" I asked them to bring it down thinking it was proba Stella or a dept store brand. Well, it's a Martin with 20 frets, neck joins body at 12th fret, slot head ivory tuning buttons, waverlys, rosewood small body (parlor sized I'd guess), herringbone, serial #23514 Unfortunately it has some damage. The action is very high, the back is separated from the sides for about 6 inches, someone added a metal tailpiece. There are no cracks in the spruce or rosewood and I think it can bed restored ============================== Serial #23528 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1925 Entry Date: 02-27-2007 Source: Mandolin World Headquarters Contributor: Uke Richard Comments: Asking Price::$2,100 Model: 2-17 Built: 1925 Entry Date: 05-05-2007 Source: Mandolin World Headquarters Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Repaired top center seam seperation Original soft case Asking Price::$2,100 ============================== Serial #23573 ============================ Model: 0-28K Built: 1925 Entry Date: 1999 Source: Bernunzio Contributor: Anonymous(email) Comments: Price: $3500 Model: 0-28K Built: 1925 Entry Date: 09-02-1999 Source: Bernuzio Vintage Instruments Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: URL::http://web.archive.org/web/19990902060429/www.nywebworks.com/cgi-bin/bernunzio/finder.pl?Class=Guitar "12 fret neck with original bar frets; original pyramid end bridge; some well accomplished repairs to screw holes in peghead and side but no structural problems" Asking Price::$3,500 ============================== Serial #23638 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1925 Entry Date: 1977 Source: Mand. Bros. Contributor: Anonymous(email) Model: 0-18 Built: 1925 Entry Date: 1977 Source: Mandolin Brothers Contributor: anonymous(email) ============================== Serial #23668 ============================ Model: T-18 Built: 1925 Entry Date: 06-12-2007 Source: studia-instrumentorum.de Contributor: felix Comments: Made for Mr. William J. Smith of William J. Smith Music in New York City ============================== Serial #23697 ============================ Model: 2-15 Built: 1925 Entry Date: 2007 Source: Elderly Contributor: Jochem Comments: Asking Price:: $1,100 ============================== Serial #23766 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1925 Entry Date: 06-22-2008 Source: Email Contributor: Chris(Methropro on UMGF) Comments: Exc. cond, no cracks, old patched hole in side OHSC 6/22/08 Ebay $3,577 24580^0-18^Chris(Methropro on UMGF)/Email^20081013 Top bellied, bridge pulling unglued. Light surface scratches and abrasions. Estimate $1,000-1,600 10/13/08 Skinner Auction $? ============================== Serial #23859 ============================ Model: 2-17Ditson Built: 1925 Entry Date: 08-07-2006 Source: Martin Museum Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Made by Martin for Ditson and featured in the Martin Museum August 2006 Model: 2-17Ditson Built: 1925 Entry Date: 08-06-2007 Source: Martin Museum Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: On Display at Martin Museum August 2007 ============================== Serial #23902 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1925 Entry Date: 09-19-2008 Source: UMGF Contributor: rstl99(UMGF) ============================== Serial #23903 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1925 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #23904 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1925 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #23905 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1925 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #23906 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1925 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #23907 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1925 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #23908 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1925 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #23909 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1925 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #23910 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1925 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #23911 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1925 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #23912 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1925 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #23913 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1925 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #23914 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1925 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #23915 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1925 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #23916 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1925 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #23917 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1925 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #23918 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1925 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #23919 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1925 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #23920 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1925 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #23921 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1925 Entry Date: 07-01-2009 Source: ebay Contributor: Marshall Newman(email) ============================== Serial #24094 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1925 Entry Date: 1992 Source: Mand. Bros. Contributor: Anonymous(email) ============================== Serial #24171 ============================ Model: T-18Ditson Built: 1926 Entry Date: 04-16-2007 Source: EBay Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Item #200100352573 Tiple Oliver Ditson branded Really ugly DeArmond pickup added, probably in the 1950's Hole in center of peghead May be missing wood around soundhole where volume nob of pickup was Hole at base of neck where eye hook was installed Small hairline cracks above and below the pickup Hole drilled in the botom of the body and a grommet installed to allow pickup cord exit Some sort of celluloid veneer around the body portion of the fretboard. Covers more of the treble than the bass side. Pickguard? Sold Price:: $1,150 ============================== Serial #24369 ============================ Model: 000-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 10-15-2005 Source: Skinners Auction House Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Sale 2287 Lot 5 Estimate Price: $4,000 - $6,000 Top appears to have substantial finish wear including discoloration where arm would rest on lower bout, a bit of missing finish on the bass upper bout and discoloration from where what looks like a small tear drop shaped pick guard was once installed Sold For::$4,700 ============================== Serial #24370 ============================ Model: 000-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #24371 ============================ Model: 000-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #24372 ============================ Model: 000-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #24373 ============================ Model: 000-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #24374 ============================ Model: 000-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #24375 ============================ Model: 000-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #24376 ============================ Model: 000-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #24377 ============================ Model: 000-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #24378 ============================ Model: 000-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #24379 ============================ Model: 000-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #24380 ============================ Model: 000-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #24381 ============================ Model: 000-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #24382 ============================ Model: 000-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #24383 ============================ Model: 000-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #24384 ============================ Model: 000-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #24385 ============================ Model: 000-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #24386 ============================ Model: 000-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #24387 ============================ Model: 000-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #24388 ============================ Model: 000-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #24389 ============================ Model: 000-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #24390 ============================ Model: 000-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #24391 ============================ Model: 000-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 06-12-2007 Source: www.frettedfriends.com Contributor: Michael Ferrucci Comments: Non original bridge Typical finish wear ============================== Serial #24567 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 02-20-1998 Source: mugwumps.com Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Reported stolen URL::http://www.mugwumps.com/Stolen.html ============================== Serial #24614 ============================ Model: 0-28 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 07-13-2007 Source: email Contributor: anonymous Comments: Bought Dec 26 1996 ============================== Serial #24755 ============================ Model: T-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 03-02-2000 Source: Elderly Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: "G" condition Needs much work Needs Refret to straighten neck Needs Glue/Cleat on back cracks Needs saddle recrown Style 18 tiple body with 6 string neck added Several top cracks Patch in side Tiple tuning carved on top in front of bridge Signed on face by C.F. Martin IV On consignment Asking Price::$600 ============================== Serial #25046 ============================ Model: T-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 2007 Source: Elderly Contributor: Jochem Comments: Asking Price:: $485 ============================== Serial #25072 ============================ Model: 000-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 07-13-2008 Source: Email Contributor: Chris(Methropro on UMGF) Comments: French polish, pickwear on top, two small screw holes from pickguard, crack in bridge, "original condition?" Retrofit/Musurgia 7/13/08- $12,000 ============================== Serial #25082 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1926 Entry Date: 1993 Source: Mand. Bros. Contributor: Anonymous(email) ============================== Serial #25138 ============================ Model: 0-42 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 10-19-2007 Source: UMGF Contributor: Spook69 ============================== Serial #25191 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 05-01-2001 Source: Mandolin Bros. Catalog 5/01 Contributor: Marshall Comments: Asking Price::$2,200 Model: 2-17 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 06-02-2002 Source: Mandolin Bros Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: URL::http://web.archive.org/web/20020602114132/www.mandoweb.com/1_Acoustic.htm Image::http://web.archive.org/web/20010703003919/www.mandoweb.com/83-7552.jpg One of 1,300 made in 1926 BRW bridge and fretboard Reglued bridge (Less than perfect) Neck reset needed Non original tuners Asking Price::$1,335 ============================== Serial #25215 ============================ Model: 00-28 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 09-03-2008 Source: Email Contributor: Chris(Methropro on UMGF) Comments: Added pickguard, large visible crack from bridge to butt, pickwear on upperbout, or finish 9/3/08-12/12/08 Musurgia $14,000 ============================== Serial #25216 ============================ Model: 00-28 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #25217 ============================ Model: 00-28 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 09-02-2009 Source: email Contributor: Anonymous Comments: "My dad bought it for my mom in the mid fifties from my uncle for $5.00, looks like the best investment he ever made" ============================== Serial #25227 ============================ Model: 0-28 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 1999 Source: Mand. Bros. Contributor: Anonymous(email) Model: 0-28H Built: 1926 Entry Date: 12-01-1999 Source: Mandolin Bros. Catalog 12/99 Contributor: Marshall Comments: Asking Price::$5,995 Converted H ============================== Serial #25228 ============================ Model: 0-28H Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #25229 ============================ Model: 0-28H Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #25230 ============================ Model: 0-28H Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #25231 ============================ Model: 0-28H Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #25232 ============================ Model: 0-28H Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #25233 ============================ Model: 0-28H Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #25234 ============================ Model: 0-28H Built: 1926 Entry Date: 04-11-2007 Source: Bernunzio Contributor: Uke Richard Comments: Converted Hawaiin? Refinished, possibly at the factory Replacement large maple bridge plate Asking Price::$5,995 On hold ============================== Serial #25278 ============================ Model: 0-18Ditson Built: 1926 Entry Date: 03-01-1998 Source: Mandolin Bros. Catalog 3/98 Contributor: Marshall Comments: Asking Price::$2,295 Martin/Ditson Model: 0-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 1999 Source: Mand. Bros. Contributor: Anonymous(email) Comments: Ditson ============================== Serial #25360 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 07-13-2007 Source: email Contributor: anonymous Comments: Bought Jan 01 1978 ============================== Serial #25409 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 09-25-2007 Source: UMGF Contributor: Jerry(000_ToneFreak on UMGF) Comments: URL::http://en.allexperts.com/q/Guitar-General-649/1926-CF-martin-2.htm Text at URL: "have a 1926 CF martin 2-17 in pretty good condition, no break, minor wear. Just looking to see if I can get ballpark. Serial #25409" ============================== Serial #25568 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 03-11-2008 Source: Intermountain Guitar Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Asking Price:: $6,500 "12-fret, French-polished, ex-fine with recent neck reset" Pyramid Bridge ============================== Serial #25632 ============================ Model: 00-28 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 07-13-2007 Source: email Contributor: anonymous Comments: Bought Aug 04 1978 ============================== Serial #25675 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 2007 Source: Elderly Instruments Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #25676 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #25677 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #25678 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #25679 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #25680 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #25681 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #25682 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #25683 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #25684 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #25685 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 04-01-2007 Source: eBay Contributor: Uke Richard ============================== Serial #25744 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 04-20-2008 Source: EBay Contributor: Spook69(UMGF) Comments: "This guitar is a beautiful example of the pre-war Martins that have become so desirable in the past few decades. This particular one is no different. The guitar is very sound for the exception of one thing, the bridge has pulled up and affected one area on the front of the body. You can see in the pictures that there is a 1.5" inch wide section that seems to have been affected. This section of the body is not loose or separated it just has the two cracks that run from the bottom of the bridge to the bottom of the body. I am not a luthier but this appears to be a very simple fix. Aside from what I just described the guitar has very little wear. There is a few minor scratches just to the right of the sound hole" ============================== Serial #25793 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 1992 Source: Mand. Bros. Contributor: Anonymous(email) Model: 0-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 07-01-2002 Source: Mandolin Bros. Catalog 7/02 Contributor: Marshall Comments: Asking Price::$2,995 Model: 0-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 08-17-2003 Source: Mandolin Bros Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: URL::http://web.archive.org/web/20030801171416/http://www.mandoweb.com/1_Acoustic.htm "While it has seen more than its share of playing time (honest wear, not stage fights, though) and does have finish worn off at the treble top bout on side, possibly from contact with an ill-fitting case, and also has a fair amount of top wear below soundhole, it also has its original bar frets which don.t show much wear. The action is quite playable." "Wanting to play while erect a former player, possibly large, hirsute and damp, has added a strap pin to the treble side of the heel, on a diagonal. The unvarnished truth is that said Sumo-sized strummer rendered the gloss finish off of a large section of the varnish finished back." ============================== Serial #25891 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 04-01-2007 Source: Folkway Music Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Significant pick wear on the top Somewhat oversized pyramid bridge One repaired crack on the back Two small repaired side cracks Slightly oversized bridge plate slightly oversized pyramid bridge Model: 00-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 04-01-2007 Source: Folkway Music Contributor: Uke Richard ============================== Serial #25897 ============================ Model: 000-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 07-01-2008 Source: E-Bay Contributor: Marshall Newman Comments: Side and pickguard crack, replacement bridge, side and top overspray ============================== Serial #26408 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1926 Entry Date: 09-15-2009 Source: email Contributor: Dave Payne Comments: Current status: restoring to almost new condition Source: found in an attic 20 years ago in Arizona, completely disassembled and cracked due to extreme heat Model: 0-18K Built: 1926 Entry Date: 09-28-2009 Source: email Contributor: Dave Payne Comments: Restoration reported as complete "The guitar is now fully restored right down to the French polish and is playing nicely. It is a joy to have in the house" ============================== Serial #26524 ============================ Model: ??-?? Built: 1926 Entry Date: 03-06-2006 Source: web Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: URL::http://en.allexperts.com/q/Guitar-General-649/1926-Martin.htm Koa guitar. Didn't say wether 18 or 28 No pictures or detailed description either ============================== Serial #26549 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 09-19-2007 Source: Intermountain Guitar Contributor: Marshall Comments: Asking Price:: $5,950 Overspray Model: 00-21 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-17-2007 Source: Intermountain Contributor: Chris Bennet Comments: Asking Price:: $5,950 Set up for steel, oversprayed, no cracks 9/19/07-11/17/07 SOLD ============================== Serial #26585 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 06-05-2004 Source: Bernuzio Vintage Instruments Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: URL::http://web.archive.org/web/20040615104018/bernunzio.com/cgi-bin/bernunzio/showimg2000?img=048010 "there are several, grain related repaired cracks on the top (four) and back (seven). These have been cleated and stabalied long ago and are the result of and extremely dry envoirment and not damage." New pyramid bridge being installed Asking Price::$2,450 ============================== Serial #26635 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 06-20-2009 Source: ebay Contributor: Marshall Newman(email) Comments: Replacement bridge, hairline top crack Price: $4495 Opening Bid ============================== Serial #26636 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #26637 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #26638 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #26639 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #26640 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #26641 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #26642 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #26643 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #26644 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #26645 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #26646 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #26647 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #26648 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #26649 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #26650 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #26651 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #26652 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #26653 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #26654 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #26655 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #26656 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #26657 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #26658 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #26659 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #26660 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #26661 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #26662 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #26663 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #26664 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #26665 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #26666 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #26667 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #26668 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #26669 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #26670 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #26671 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #26672 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #26673 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #26674 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #26675 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #26676 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #26677 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #26678 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #26679 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #26680 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #26681 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #26682 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 07-12-2008 Source: Email Contributor: Chris(Methropro on UMGF) Comments: Orig. bar frets, ivory nut?, rectangular bridge?, tuners, bridge pins, neck reset, small belly, long repaired side & small back crack, nothing on originality of finish or bridgeplate. Pickwear on top, but looks very clean Montaine Ant 7/12/08 EBAY $4,296 ============================== Serial #26753 ============================ Model: 000-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 07-13-2007 Source: Collection Contributor: Rob Kinghorn Comments: Bought Feb 2006 ============================== Serial #26866 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 07-20-2007 Source: email Contributor: Jan van Veen Comments: "Just saw this 0-18 on Dutch Marktplaats (equivalent of Ebay)" "In very good condition (no further details given)" "Offered for 2850 Euro (appr. 3800 USD)" ============================== Serial #26996 ============================ Model: 000-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 06-04-2007 Source: Steve Kovacik Web Page Contributor: elephantfan86 Comments: URL::http://www.guitar-repair.com/26martin000-18.htm Extensive work on sides. Lots of repaired cracks. New finish Model: 000-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 03-03-2008 Source: UMGF Contributor: CAZWELLBLTNGP(Cass) ============================== Serial #27278 ============================ Model: 000-28 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 05-07-2006 Source: Skinners Auction House Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Sale 2318 Lot 47 Some pick wear below treble strings near bridge $20,000 - $24,000 sale estimate Sold For::$23,500 ============================== Serial #27348 ============================ Model: 0-28K Built: 1926 Entry Date: 08-06-2007 Source: Martin Museum Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: On Display at Martin Museum August 2007 Purchased from David Gansz ============================== Serial #27403 ============================ Model: 0-18k Built: 1926 Entry Date: 01-01-2009 Source: Email Contributor: Chris(Methropro on UMGF) Comments: on UMGF racquitar in excellent shape, Spanish style ============================== Serial #27486 ============================ Model: 0-45 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 04-01-2008 Source: E-Bay Contributor: Marshall Newman Comments: Bridge reglued Model: 0-45 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 04-27-2008 Source: EBay Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Item #330231219584 "Up for auction is a vintage martin acoustic guitar style o-45 made in the year 1926. Serial number 27486. As the photos show the instrument appears to be in used but very good original condition. It conforms to the typical specifications of model for the period in which it was made with 13 1/2 inch wide body at the lower bout, brazilian rosewood back, sides, and peghead veneer, mahogany neck, adirondack spruce top with scalloped bracing, ebony fingerboard and bridge, torch peghead inlay, snowflake fingerboard inlay, and abalone trim on all body edges of the front, sides, and back. At the time this instrument was made the style 45 was martin's most deluxe level of ornamentation. The 0 size is a very small instrument. At the time this guitar was made martin made sizes up to 000 At 15 inch wide. This is a piece which would be of great interest to collectors as well as musicians. On july 3rd 2002, this was appraised by goerge gruhn from gruhn guitars 400 broardway, nashville, tn. with a current market value of $30,000. The accual appraisal is in my possesion. Any questions please ask. sold as is, so serious inquiries only!" ============================== Serial #27513 ============================ Model: 000-45 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 04-16-2007 Source: Skinner Auction Catalog Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Auction 2361 Lot 34 Price Estimate $20,000-$30,000 Model: 000-45 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 05-06-2007 Source: Skinner Auction House Contributor: Ted Hutson(UMGF) Comments: Top thickness: .100" Fingerboard width at nut: 1.70" Width at 12th fret: 2.21" ============================== Serial #27514 ============================ Model: 000-45 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #27515 ============================ Model: 000-45 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 2007 Source: Elderly Instruments Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #27537 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 05-22-2008 Source: Email Contributor: Chris(Methropro on UMGF) Comments: Some body cracks, cracked bridge 5/22/08 EBAY $2,035 ============================== Serial #27993 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 02-15-2008 Source: Henkes & Blazer Contributor: Chris Bennet Comments: Asking Price:: $3,120 Lots of pickwear and discoloration around soundhole, replacement bridge ad bridgeplate, some repaired side cracks, 60's Waverly tuners, 2/15/08 ============================== Serial #28016 ============================ Model: 00-28 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 1982 Source: Mand. Bros. Contributor: Anonymous(email) Model: 00-28 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 10-24-2008 Source: Email Contributor: Chris(Methropro on UMGF) Comments: Not set up for steel, complete overspray, original engraved tuners, 1 7/8" nut, diamonds & squares, repro pyramid bridge, new Martin pickguard, new endpin and bridge pins. Old neck set, patch at bridgeplate, new bridgeplate, old top crack lower bout, 2 back cracks. Bar frets reseated 10/24/08- SOLD Steve Swan $12,500 ============================== Serial #28017 ============================ Model: 00-28 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #28018 ============================ Model: 00-28 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #28019 ============================ Model: 00-28 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #28020 ============================ Model: 00-28 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #28021 ============================ Model: 00-28 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #28022 ============================ Model: 00-28 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #28023 ============================ Model: 00-28 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #28024 ============================ Model: 00-28 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #28025 ============================ Model: 00-28 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #28026 ============================ Model: 00-28 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #28027 ============================ Model: 00-28 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 08-19-2007 Source: UMGF Contributor: Pete(pjwill64 on UMGF) Comments: (Owned by) a retired couple in my hometown Appraised by Gruhn via email for $15,000 Work done in January 2007 by "The Lutherie Shop" in Des Moines Iowa. Neck Reset, bridge reglued, top and fretboard crack repaired along with fret leveling Model: 00-28 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 10-23-2007 Source: UMGF Contributor: Dario57 Comments: "I got it yesterday, but I waited one day before posting as it's very easy to be taken away by enthusiasm when a guitar like this arrives" "What can I say, it's everything I was told it is, and more..." "First, its conditions. Unbelievably clean, it took my breath away when I opened the case, a beautiful, gorgeous example of a twenties 00 in -28 style. A true in-the-case-under-the-bed classic" "It is very light (a little less than 1.4 kilos) and very resonant" "Warm sounding, sweet, airy and balanced, a perfect fingerstyle guitar. Very comfortable shallow V neck and fine set up for me. It's very loud for such a relatively small body size" ============================== Serial #28028 ============================ Model: 00-28 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 07-13-2007 Source: Collection Contributor: Rob Kinghorn Comments: Bought Jul 2007 "It weighs in at 2.9 pounds" "It's very, very nice" ============================== Serial #28084 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 06-01-2007 Source: Bernuzio Vintage Instruments Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: "an exceptional small body Martin; great bookmatched Brazilian rosewood; herringbone trim around sound hole; very minor repaired back crack" Asking Price::$7.500 ============================== Serial #28150 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 04-13-2008 Source: email Contributor: anonymous ============================== Serial #28245 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 02-10-2007 Source: eBay Contributor: UkeRichard(email) Comments: Sold For:: $900 Model: 2-17 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 03-07-2007 Source: eBay Contributor: UkeRichard(email) Comments: Sold For:: $689 Model: 2-17 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 04-22-2007 Source: EBay Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Item #130103490933 One tight unrepaired crack in top behind bridge Has "MADE IN U.S.A" stamped above Martin stampe on back of peghead Some wear on the first three frets Model: 2-17 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 04-30-2007 Source: eBay Contributor: UkeRichard(email) Comments: Sold For:: $900 ============================== Serial #28297 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1926 Entry Date: 2007 Source: Elderly Instruments Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #28445 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 02-18-2006 Source: eBay Contributor: Chris Bennet Comments: No bids. No reserve. Fixer upper. Pix to small to see damage Pawnbroker, buckhead bennie 2/18/06 ============================== Serial #28504 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1926 Entry Date: 06-01-2007 Source: Bernuzio Vintage Instruments Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: "a beautiful guitar; it has some light playing wear on the top but retains that ambered look of an old guitar; no modifications, over spray or unsightly repairs. It sounds and plays as good as it looks" Asking Price::$7,495 ============================== Serial #28695 ============================ Model: 0-28 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 1992 Source: Mand. Bros. Contributor: Anonymous(email) ============================== Serial #28902 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1927 Entry Date: 09-19-2008 Source: UMGF Contributor: rstl99(UMGF) ============================== Serial #28903 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #28904 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #28905 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #28906 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #28907 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #28908 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #28909 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #28910 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1927 Entry Date: 12-02-1998 Source: Elderly Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: "G-VG" condition Exceptional figure for a style 18 Proper replacement bridge Non original nut Several large side cracks On large back crack One smaller top crack All cracks repaired On consignment Asking Price::$1,500 Model: 0-18K Built: 1927 Entry Date: 2000 Source: Elderly Contributor: Anonymous(email) Comments: Price: $1750 Model: 0-18K Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-09-2000 Source: Elderly Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: "VG+" condition Asking Price::$1,750 ============================== Serial #28927 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 07-04-2008 Source: Email Contributor: Chris(Methropro on UMGF) Comments: Refinished 7/4/08- SOLD Mass St. Music $1,850 ============================== Serial #29054 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 06-29-2009 Source: ebay Contributor: Marshall Newman(email) Comments: Replacement bridge, replacement tuners ============================== Serial #29103 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 09-18-2008 Source: Email Contributor: Chris(Methropro on UMGF) Comments: All original, no cracks, some pick wear, neck reset, new saddle, 9/18/08-9/24/08 SOLD Henkes & Blazer $6,370 ============================== Serial #29321 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 07-18-2007 Source: ebay Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Item #190132110418 Ugly non original pickguard Missing strap button Moderate top wear near bridge "There is a 4 inch crack in the center of fretboard going from 13th fret to bottom of board that doesnt seem to be any problem.There is a fine crack in the ebony bridge that runs between bridge pin holes. Someone a long time ago had put a pickguard on guitar and a tail piece i removed both.There are two small screw holes in the top where pickgaurd was and 5 on the bottom where tail piece was.There are marks and scratches on guitar but to be expected from a guitar this old.Comes with the original case" ============================== Serial #29401 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 06-05-2004 Source: Bernuzio Vintage Instruments Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: URL::http://web.archive.org/web/20040605145001/bernunzio.com/cgi-bin/bernunzio/f2k.pl?Class=Guitar Replacement bridge Repaired back crack ============================== Serial #29514 ============================ Model: 000-18 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 10-13-2008 Source: Email Contributor: Chris(Methropro on UMGF) Comments: Very clean, small side crack & impact dent, repro rectangular bridge, removed strap button & hole filled, pickwear at SH, neck set, refret, 12 fret, slothead, 10/13/08- 1/1/09 Mass St. Music $16,500 ============================== Serial #29653 ============================ Model: 0-28K Built: 1927 Entry Date: 1985 Source: Mand. Bros. Contributor: Anonymous(email) ============================== Serial #29654 ============================ Model: 0-28K Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #29655 ============================ Model: 0-28K Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #29656 ============================ Model: 0-28K Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #29657 ============================ Model: 0-28K Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #29658 ============================ Model: 0-28K Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #29659 ============================ Model: 0-28K Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #29660 ============================ Model: 0-28K Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #29661 ============================ Model: 0-28K Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #29662 ============================ Model: 0-28K Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #29663 ============================ Model: 0-28K Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #29664 ============================ Model: 0-28K Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #29665 ============================ Model: 0-28K Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #29666 ============================ Model: 0-28K Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #29667 ============================ Model: 0-28K Built: 1927 Entry Date: 03-06-2005 Source: Intermountain Guitar Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: URL::http://web.archive.org/web/20050306052306/http://www.guitarandbanjo.com/inventory/used-martin.html Asking Price:: $5,600 "Exc Condition" "Beautifully-figured Koa wood, braced for steel strings" ============================== Serial #29721 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 01-01-2006 Source: Elderly Vintage & Used Instrument Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Catalog #239 Replacement bone saddle Replacement bridge pins Non original Clear pickguard Neck Reset at some point (Elderly called it "Expert") Asking Price::$5,000 ============================== Serial #29767 ============================ Model: T-28 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 02-11-2001 Source: myjazzhome.com Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: URL::http://web.archive.org/web/20020805185432/myjazzhome.com/frisell/tiple.shtml "This has to be the world's least expensive pre-war Martin herringbone. The bridge has been replaced (the original cracked one is in the case) with a replica having an added piece of bone on the string block. The neck has been reset and it plays well. There are two cracks on the back about 5 inches long which have been repaired." Image::http://web.archive.org/web/20020805185432/http://myjazzhome.com/frisell/images/tip_full.jpg Image::http://web.archive.org/web/20020805185432/http://myjazzhome.com/frisell/images/tip_back.jpg Image::http://web.archive.org/web/20020805185432/http://myjazzhome.com/frisell/images/tip_top.jpg Image::http://web.archive.org/web/20020805185432/http://myjazzhome.com/frisell/images/tip_seam_crack.jpg Image::http://web.archive.org/web/20020805185432/http://myjazzhome.com/frisell/images/tip_back_crack.jpg "Bill Frisell's T-28" Asking Price::$1,750 ============================== Serial #29776 ============================ Model: 000-28 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 03-06-2008 Source: email Contributor: anonymous Comments: All original, Ex- cond ============================== Serial #29809 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 08-07-2007 Source: Owner Contributor: Staceyz Comments: Canadian Export, 9/10 Condition ============================== Serial #29847 ============================ Model: 0-45 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 2007 Source: Elderly Instruments Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #29848 ============================ Model: 0-45 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #29849 ============================ Model: 0-45 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #29850 ============================ Model: 0-45 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #29851 ============================ Model: 0-45 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #29852 ============================ Model: 0-45 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #29853 ============================ Model: 0-45 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #29854 ============================ Model: 0-45 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #29855 ============================ Model: 0-45 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #29856 ============================ Model: 0-45 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 03-01-1999 Source: Mandolin Bros. Catalog 3/99 Contributor: Marshall Comments: Asking Price::$19,995 Pickguard added ============================== Serial #29924 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 10-01-2007 Source: ebay Contributor: Marshall ============================== Serial #29985 ============================ Model: 0-28 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 09-24-2008 Source: Email Contributor: Chris(Methropro on UMGF) Comments: In the workshop 9/24/08-12/12/08 Henkes & Blazer $? ============================== Serial #30129 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 01-01-1996 Source: email Contributor: Chris Newman Comments: Purchased (as a wreck) from a store in Albany, NY in 1996 Model: 0-18 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 03-09-2008 Source: www.jp-guitars.co.uk Contributor: jonpres(UMGF) Comments: "This one has just undergone a major restoration after a decade as a wall ornament. Still looks rough, but a great player. Pics on my website under Acoustics, Recent Projects if interested" Model: 0-18 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 03-16-2008 Source: email Contributor: Chris Newman Comments: Rebuilt 2008 by Jon Press in Bristol, UK. More information about the rebuild from: URL::http://www.bristol-academic-press.pwp.blueyonder.co.uk/jpguitars/projects/project11_martin_0-18/project11_martin_0-18.htm ============================== Serial #30193 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 1998 Source: Mand. Bros. Contributor: Anonymous(email) Model: 00-18 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 05-01-1998 Source: Mandolin Bros. Catalog 5/98 Contributor: Marshall Comments: Asking Price::$2,995 ============================== Serial #30297 ============================ Model: 00-42 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 07-13-2007 Source: Collection Contributor: Rob Kinghorn Comments: Bought Aug 2005 ============================== Serial #30485 ============================ Model: 5-21T Built: 1927 Entry Date: 04-21-2007 Source: EBay Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Item #200100670992 Heavy finish wear Some wear around trebble side of soundhole ============================== Serial #30568 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 10-19-2008 Source: Email Contributor: Chris(Methropro on UMGF) Comments: Project guitar from Kovacik, loose top & back braces, belly bridge footprint, large inlaid wooden pickguard 10/19/08 Ebay $2,426 ============================== Serial #30658 ============================ Model: 000-28 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-17-2007 Source: Chris Bennet Contributor: Comments: Asking Price:: $20,000 VG-EX, Enormous inlaid pickguard, pick wear by fretboard ext, 12 fret 25.4 scale, neck reset refret 11/17/07 ============================== Serial #30705 ============================ Model: 0-28 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 04-15-2007 Source: Email Contributor: Pat McDonald Comments: Pyramid bridge Minor top wear No cracks Likely made for steel strings ============================== Serial #30747 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 06-10-2007 Source: UMGF Contributor: Zizala ============================== Serial #30842 ============================ Model: 5-18 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 05-09-2007 Source: ebay Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Item #150118547394 Opening bid of $650 37 made between 1923 & 1929 Period correct unfinished non original neck, with possible exception of fingerboard which is rosewood Likely refinish on body Three repaired cracks in the top on lower bout Two repaired to cracks on either side of fingerboard No frets Two filled screw holes, one on each end of where bridge would attach to top Small area of cracking along center seam on back No bridge ============================== Serial #30920 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 10-17-2004 Source: Skinners Auction House Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Sale 2253 Lot 2 Estimate: $600 - $800 Noticiable pickwear on treble side of soundhole, mostly towards the bridge end Sold For::$822.50 Model: 2-17 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 04-20-2008 Source: EBay Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Item #270229272783 "Here is a really cool old 1929 Martin - model 2-17 - a small guitar with a big sound. There is quite a bit of pick wear on the front, (see photos), and many nicks and scratches BUT NO CRACKS and no repaired cracks. Not even one.The frets that are on it are the large bar style frets and are in excellent shape, so possibly the guitar has been refretted but the fret board looks fine and does not have much finger wear. The intonation is excellent and it plays really well. There have been no modifications made to this guitar while I have owned it and there do not appear to ever have been any. It's a pretty simple guitar construction-wise. Someone mentioned that the serial number should place it in 1927 but there is no binding on the guitar. Due to slumping sales Martin stopped putting binding on the 2-17s in 1929, which allowed them to lower the prince and the drop in price actually improved sales quite a bit" "I purchased this instrument from Skinner auction house back in 2004. Skinner had the instrument listed in their catalog as follows;" "C. F. Martin & Company, Nazareth, 1929, Model 2-17, stamped internally C.F. MARTIN & COMPANY, NAZARETH PA and 30920 at the upper block, the two-piece mahogany back with black center strip, the mahogany sides, the mahogany neck, the rosewood fingerboard, the mahogany top, length of back 18 1/4 in., width of lower bout 12 1/4 in., with case" "If Skiiner says it's 1929 then I won't argue with them. A great Mahogany Parlor Guitar. The Specs are as follows; The height from fret to string on the low E string is 446 - .037. the height on the high E string is 42 - .041. Measurements Overall Length: 36 3/4" Body Length: 18 1/8" Upper Bout Width: 8 1/2" Lower Bout Width: 12 1/4" Body Depth at Neck: 4" Body Depth at End Pin: 3 1/4" Fingerboard width at nut: 1 3/4" Fingerboard width at 12th Fret: 2 1/4" Bridge String Spacing: 2 3/8" Scale Length: 24 7/16" Soundhole Diameter: 3 1/2" Frets Clear of Body: 12 Total Frets: 18 Materials & Construction Top Material: Solid Mahogany Back & Sides: Solid Mahogany Neck Material: One Piece Mahogany Fingerboard Material: Brazillian Rosewood Bridge Material: Brazillain Rosewood Head Stock overlay: Brazillian Rosewood Nut Material: Ebony Bridge Style: Rectangular (non-belly) Back Binding: Rosewood Strip (Pre 1930), None (Post 1930) Top Binding: Rosewood (Pre 1930), None (Post 1930) Rosette: 3 thin white-black-white rings Fingerboard Markers: Small Pearl dots at 5th & 9th, 2 small dots at 7th Marking: C.F. Martin Stamp on back of headstock" "The case that comes with the guitar is a soft shell case with a wild pasley patern inside. It's not much of a case" "Lots of mojo with this old Martin" ============================== Serial #30978 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1927 Entry Date: 03-25-2000 Source: Bernuzio Vintage Instruments Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: URL::http://web.archive.org/web/20000325012838/www.bernunzio.com/cgi-bin/bernunzio/Finder.pl?Class=Guitar Unconverted "some scratches but no cracks or repairs; original pyramid end bridge" Model: 0-18K Built: 1927 Entry Date: 2001 Source: Bernunzio Contributor: Anonymous(email) ============================== Serial #31057 ============================ Model: 0-17T Built: 1927 Entry Date: 04-01-2007 Source: eBay Contributor: Uke Richard Comments: Asking Price::$750 ============================== Serial #31564 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1927 Entry Date: 2007 Source: Elderly Instruments Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #31565 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #31566 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #31567 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #31568 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #31569 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #31570 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #31571 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #31572 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #31573 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #31574 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #31575 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #31576 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #31577 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #31578 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #31579 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #31580 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #31581 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #31582 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #31583 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #31584 ============================ Model: 0-18HK Built: 1927 Entry Date: 1997 Source: Mand. Bros. Contributor: Anonymous(email) Model: 0-18K Built: 1927 Entry Date: 09-01-1997 Source: Mandolin Bros. Catalog 9/97 Contributor: Marshall Comments: Asking Price::$1,750 ============================== Serial #31614 ============================ Model: 00-45 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 02-15-2008 Source: Intermountain Contributor: Chris Bennet Comments: Asking Price:: $55,000 Honest playwear, no issues 2/15/08 ============================== Serial #31700 ============================ Model: 5-17T Built: 1927 Entry Date: 02-27-2007 Source: Neals Guitars (gbase) Contributor: Uke Richard Comments: Asking Price::$1,395 ============================== Serial #31741 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 07-13-2007 Source: Collection Contributor: Rob Kinghorn Comments: Bought Mar 2005 ============================== Serial #31742 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #31743 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #31744 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #31745 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #31746 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #31747 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #31748 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #31749 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 04-20-2007 Source: UMGF Contributor: majorminor on UMGF Comments: Reported by owner ============================== Serial #31884 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1927 Entry Date: 1993 Source: Mand. Bros. Contributor: Anonymous(email) ============================== Serial #31941 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 07-10-2007 Source: UK Ebay Contributor: Spook69(UMGF) Comments: Item #200127274657 "This guitar belonged to my grandfather. He bought it used at Pearl Harbor during the war. It hasn't been played since the 1960's. I believe it is a 1927 model with the serial number being 31941" "Cosmetically for its age it is great shape. I can't find the slightest of cracks or any sign of repair besides a replaced bridge. The replaced bridge is kind of wacky, it looks to have been done in the 50's by the age of the screws the used to put it on. Why they did this I have no idea. There is no bowing to the top. Its as flat as can be. There are photos of the lousy work done, also photo of a wood block attached to the inside where the bridge attached. The neck could use some work, it plays fine through the 7th fret but gets a little ugly there on out. Maybe some fretwork but no more surprises with this one." ============================== Serial #31982 ============================ Model: 5-21T Built: 1927 Entry Date: 07-13-2007 Source: Intermountain Contributor: Chris Bennett Comments: For sale at Intermountain VG SSC Asking Price::$1800 ============================== Serial #32181 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1927 Entry Date: 04-01-2007 Source: Uke Richard Contributor: Comments: unconverted Model: 0-18K Built: 1927 Entry Date: 04-10-2007 Source: Folkway Music Contributor: Comments: Unconverted. Repaired center seam seperation ============================== Serial #32221 ============================ Model: 5-21T Built: 1927 Entry Date: 05-10-2009 Source: email Contributor: Brendan Mitchell Comments: "I bought it about 1998 at a street market for $5 Australian and spent about $150 getting a new strut and a couple of cracks repaired as well as a new bridge made & fitted , the original bridge was gone and replaced by a 6 string guitar bridge ! This work was done by Maton guitars here in Melbourne Australia and I was very happy with their work" ============================== Serial #32222 ============================ Model: 5-21T Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #32223 ============================ Model: 5-21T Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #32224 ============================ Model: 5-21T Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #32225 ============================ Model: 5-21T Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #32226 ============================ Model: 5-21T Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #32227 ============================ Model: 5-21T Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #32228 ============================ Model: 5-21T Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #32229 ============================ Model: 5-21T Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #32230 ============================ Model: 5-21T Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #32231 ============================ Model: 5-21T Built: 1927 Entry Date: 05-28-2007 Source: Elderly Instruments Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Needs Neck Reset, New saddle Three cracks on back, one cleated the others appear to be solid Refinished Replacement bridge Replacement/Non original pickguard Replacement Grover tuners with ebony buttons Asking Price::$1,700 ============================== Serial #32304 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 09-15-2007 Source: ebay Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Item #250164699053 Note: The following entry has been heavily edited by Mike Miller but still contains basically the same info as the ebay posting. "The guitar has been seriously refinished. The repair to the spruce top is old, May have been done by martin. The repaired cracks are stable and filled,glued, Etc. They do not affect the sound. Lower purfling has been filled. Entire guitar has been refinished. I believe the tuning heads have been replaced also. I put light guage strings on, it does sound great. A glass slide bottle sounds better on it. The height at the 12TH fret is 5/16THS on the e string. The last time I played a guitar was 30 years ago, and I wasn't very good- So I can't tell you anything about "the action" other than it sounds funkey-blusey-funkey, which is all I know how to play. That and a few neal young chords. The woman I got it from was a guitar teacher-said it sounded like Leon Redbone. It is what it is. ============================== Serial #32322 ============================ Model: 0-28K Built: 1927 Entry Date: 1978 Source: Mand. Bros. Contributor: Anonymous(email) Model: 0-28K Built: 1927 Entry Date: 1978 Source: Mandolin Brothers Contributor: anonymous(email) ============================== Serial #32444 ============================ Model: 0-18KH Built: 1927 Entry Date: 1997 Source: Bernunzio Contributor: Anonymous(email) ============================== Serial #32519 ============================ Model: 5-21T Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-25-2004 Source: Intermountain Guitar Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: URL::http://web.archive.org/web/20041125040508/http://www.guitarandbanjo.com/inventory/used-martin.html Asking Price:: $2,300 "Exc Condition" "Excellent, with top refinish" ============================== Serial #32655 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 10-01-2009 Source: ebay Contributor: Marshall Newman(email) Comments: Added pickguard Price: $2,300 Opening Bid ============================== Serial #32809 ============================ Model: 000-18H Built: 1927 Entry Date: 05-13-2007 Source: UMGF Contributor: anonymous Comments: No ebony neck reinforcement "The 000-18H has been strung with medium strings for 11+ years, with no apparent neck problems. The Hawaiian neck is a little thicker and rounder than the standard neck, but still very comfortable to play." Model: 000-18H Built: 1927 Entry Date: 06-06-2007 Source: email Contributor: anonymous Comments: Repaired top damage in the bridge area Older top refinish. Finish original on the rest of the guitar Belly bridge and OM size pickguard installed circa 1994 ============================== Serial #32854 ============================ Model: 000-18 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 08-06-2007 Source: Martin Museum Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: On Display at Martin Museum August 2007 ============================== Serial #32892 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 2007 Source: Elderly Instruments Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #32918 ============================ Model: 0-42 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 09-19-2008 Source: UMGF Contributor: Metropro Comments: "set up for steel strings, all original parts including engraved Waverly tuners, pyramid bridge & pins, bat frets. the neck has been reset, the bridge re-glued, the frets seated, a 5" back crack fixed and French polish on the back where fabric had stuck to it. There's a small top dent that's been French polished and some pick wear. They love the sound. All that French polish usually knocks the price down a bit, which probably accounts for the asking price" ============================== Serial #32919 ============================ Model: 0-42 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #32920 ============================ Model: 0-42 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 04-26-2007 Source: Email Contributor: anonymous ============================== Serial #32987 ============================ Model: 0-18KH Built: 1927 Entry Date: 01-01-1999 Source: Bernunzio Contributor: Anonymous(email) Model: 0-18K Built: 1927 Entry Date: 10-11-2000 Source: Bernuzio Vintage Instruments Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: URL::http://web.archive.org/web/20001011055126/bernunzio.com/cgi-bin/bernunzio/Finder.pl?Class=Guitar "original Hawaiin style guitar with high nut and flush frets" Unconverted Asking Price::$1,850 ============================== Serial #33027 ============================ Model: 0-45 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 01-01-2001 Source: The History of the American Guitar by Tony Bacon UK edition Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: ISBN 1-871547-67-9 Small picture of front of guitar on Page 24 Non original pickguard ============================== Serial #33058 ============================ Model: 0-28K Built: 1927 Entry Date: 02-16-2007 Source: ebay Contributor: Chris Bennett Comments: Sold by flip-it-faat Top & back cracks ============================== Serial #33059 ============================ Model: 0-28K Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33060 ============================ Model: 0-28K Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33061 ============================ Model: 0-28K Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33062 ============================ Model: 0-28K Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33063 ============================ Model: 0-28K Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33064 ============================ Model: 0-28K Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33065 ============================ Model: 0-28K Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33066 ============================ Model: 0-28K Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33067 ============================ Model: 0-28K Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33068 ============================ Model: 0-28K Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33069 ============================ Model: 0-28K Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33070 ============================ Model: 0-28K Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33071 ============================ Model: 0-28K Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33072 ============================ Model: 0-28K Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33073 ============================ Model: 0-28K Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33074 ============================ Model: 0-28K Built: 1927 Entry Date: 07-01-2004 Source: Mandolin Bros. Catalog 7/04 Contributor: Marshall Comments: Asking Price::$5,000 Model: 0-28K Built: 1927 Entry Date: 03-18-2005 Source: Mandolin Bros Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: URL::http://web.archive.org/web/20050318054656/http://www.mandoweb.com/1_Acoustic.htm Image::http://web.archive.org/web/20050402071602/www.mandoweb.com/88-1005.JPG "it does have a hairline top crack in the lower treble side, and the instrument has been oversprayed with varnish, or maybe polyurethane, or something else that is not lacquer. The owner says it was varnish. (Can I hear a "yeah, right?") Said finish shows bubbles, which suggests that it was brushed on, and yes, well, also some drips. However, our shop will try to remove the overspray, perform a neck reset and set up for normal playing, remove and reglue the bridge" Asking Price::$5,155 ============================== Serial #33117 ============================ Model: 0-28 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 04-10-2007 Source: Intermountain Guitar & Banjo Contributor: Comments: Oversized soundhole? Three repaired screw holes in top from previously removed after market pickguard ============================== Serial #33130 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 07-19-2007 Source: UMGF Contributor: Willi Comments: "exc all original" ============================== Serial #33131 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33132 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33133 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33134 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33135 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33136 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33137 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33138 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33139 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33140 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33141 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33142 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33143 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33144 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33145 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33146 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33147 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33148 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33149 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33150 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33151 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33152 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33153 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 07-01-2008 Source: E-Bay Contributor: Marshall Newman Comments: Original Model: 00-21 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 07-05-2008 Source: Email Contributor: Chris(Methropro on UMGF) Comments: Orig bridge, tuners,no cracks, says there is no finish damage but it looks damaged in the pictures like it's been in front of a steam vent. 7/5/08 relisted 8/3/08 EBAY ($6,200) ============================== Serial #33276 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1927 Entry Date: 05-20-1998 Source: Elderly Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: "VG" condition Appears to have been converted to spanish style Newer bar frets neck reset replacement nut replacement saddle All work said to be well done on consignment Asking Price::$1,700 ============================== Serial #33282 ============================ Model: 00-42 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 1980 Source: Music Man Contributor: anonymous(email) Model: 00-42 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 1981 Source: Music Man Contributor: Anonymous(email) ============================== Serial #33314 ============================ Model: 00-45 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 04-26-2007 Source: Email Contributor: anonymous Comments: Original owner converted to Hawaiin style in the early 30's by replacing the pyramid bridge with a belly bridge, installing a raised nut and unslanted sadded Converted back by TJT (TJ Thompson) in 2002. He reinstalled the original nut and filled and recut the saddle slot ============================== Serial #33315 ============================ Model: 00-45 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33316 ============================ Model: 00-45 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33317 ============================ Model: 00-45 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33318 ============================ Model: 00-45 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33319 ============================ Model: 00-45 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 06-12-2007 Source: email Contributor: RJB Comments: "Purchased April 1963 for $238 from owner who received it as a 21st b'day gift in 1941. That owner sent it to Martin in 1954; the company re=furbished it with an overspray, belly bridge and pickguard. A beauty (a little shiny) nonetheless that currently needs a neck reset" ============================== Serial #33324 ============================ Model: 000-45 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 04-23-2007 Source: EMail Contributor: anonymous ============================== Serial #33420 ============================ Model: 5-21T Built: 1927 Entry Date: 09-01-2009 Source: ebay Contributor: Marshall Newman(email) Comments: Tenor guitar, two top cracks ============================== Serial #33421 ============================ Model: 5-21T Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33422 ============================ Model: 5-21T Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33423 ============================ Model: 5-21T Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33424 ============================ Model: 5-21T Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33425 ============================ Model: 5-21T Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33426 ============================ Model: 5-21T Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33427 ============================ Model: 5-21T Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33428 ============================ Model: 5-21T Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33429 ============================ Model: 5-21T Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33430 ============================ Model: 5-21T Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33431 ============================ Model: 5-21T Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33432 ============================ Model: 5-21T Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33433 ============================ Model: 5-21T Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33434 ============================ Model: 5-21T Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33435 ============================ Model: 5-21T Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33436 ============================ Model: 5-21T Built: 1927 Entry Date: 04-18-2007 Source: EBay Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Item #160108269180 Crack in back starting about one inch to the left of the end block and going about 2/3rds of the way to the heal. Looks to follow grain Repaired crack in bridge A bit of overspray from when the bridge was removed and repaired Saddle is very low Lots of top wear ============================== Serial #33521 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 12-28-2007 Source: Dream Guitars Contributor: jsalmon(UMGF) Comments: "Condition: Excellent, solid guitar, not a single crack anywhere. Master luthier Bill Tippin did a neck set, dressed the newer bar frets, replaced the bridge, nut and saddle. Original bar frets and nut/saddle in the case. A thin sister plate was added to the bridge plate due to worn string holes. Finish appears to be all original as are the tuners. The tone is most certainly all original!" "Comments: "This is one of the nicest vintage Martins we've seen. The sound is big and projects like you might expect. It's amazing that this guitar has never had a crack repaired and the wood is all original. What a find." - Al Petteway" "Al and I both love this one... It has that small body charm and tons of power. Perfect for blues, rags, old time and fingerstyle in just about any genre. This is a rare condition guitar structurally perfect and Bill Tippin put his midas touch on the neck set and setup so it play perfectly. The 0 and 00 sized Martins are the next horizon of collectible prewar guitars and are increasing in value at a rapid pace. So this one should appreciate quickly while you enjoy it. Even as I write this I'm thinking I should keep this one, but alas my job is to offer them to you... " - Paul Heumiller" Looks like normal wear based on pictures. A bit of finish loss around soundhole where you typically see it due to pick wear, but nothing bad. Some scratches on the peghead ============================== Serial #33532 ============================ Model: 0-42 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 04-13-2008 Source: Christie's Auction House Contributor: Marshall Newman Comments: Well worn Sold:: $9,000+ ============================== Serial #33535 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 09-29-2008 Source: email Contributor: anonymous Comments: "Looks to be all original except for overspray on top" ============================== Serial #33536 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33537 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33538 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33539 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33540 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33541 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33542 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33543 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33544 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33545 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33546 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33547 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33548 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33549 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33550 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33551 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33552 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33553 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33554 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33555 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33556 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33557 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33558 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33559 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33560 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33561 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33562 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33563 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33564 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33565 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33566 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33567 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #33568 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 02-01-2007 Source: ebay Contributor: James Burkett Model: 0-21 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 12-28-2007 Source: ebay Contributor: Metropro(UMGF) Comments: flip-it-fast sale on ebay Three patches on treble side lower bout. Patches very dark, look to be about nickle sized. Non original belly bridge Back, neck and sides refinished. Probably the top as well "I find this guitar quite interesting but in the end all considerations are pointless since it's obviously refinished. While the neck looks 28 style because of the diamond I'd be curious to learn about the back ground (or to take the neck out to see the number). As I have the impression that the neck isn't a replacement I see it has the wide fret board, an original looking nut with slots for steel strings, it appears to have bar frets and correct style 21 inlays (viewed from the distance) and a (rather) period correct looking head stock shape including tuner position (which is different to the '30s and later position). So at least it seems to be an original OM or earlier period Martin neck. So I would tend to the assumption that this neck is original and custom ordered. Very interesting but the guitar unfortunately is already refinished. (Comment by Willi, AKA BHguitars on UMGF)" "I actually did talk to Martin and there is no record of a special order on this guitar. That's not totally definitive but makes it seem less likely that the neck is original. I would have thought that even a special order solid peg head would have had the stamp on the back. Of course, the minute Willi suggests the possibility that the neck could be original I have to rethink everything. Always listen to the real experts! (Comment by Steve, kriegerse on UMGF)" "Did they have it in their books as an 0-21? One thing that crossed my mind early on was that it could have been a tenor guitar converted to 6-string by the Martin factory in the 30s, when they would have installed a belly bridge and new neck. But that's of course just a wild guess not directly supported by the evidence. (Comment by jsalmon on UMGF)" BIN price of $3,495 ============================== Serial #33707 ============================ Model: T-17 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 10-13-2008 Source: Email Contributor: Chris(Methropro on UMGF) Comments: 10 string tiple. Mahogany top & body. 10/13/08 Ebay ($1,450) ============================== Serial #33891 ============================ Model: T-18 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 04-22-2008 Source: EBay Contributor: elephantfan86 Comments: Item #130216688956 "Here is a nice Vintage 1927 Martin T-18 Tiple I had planned on fixing up but it doesn't look like I'll ever get it done, so out of the closet and up on the auction block it goes! I bought it just like you see it with 3 old and decrepit strings on it. There is lots of wear and tear that look to be the natural result of being played and loved for many years. I had thoughts to turn it into a small guitar by drilling different holes in the bridge and replacing the nut, but this should probably just get fixed up and used for what it is since it is after all a Martin. I call it a project because both sides have long cracks and will need to be fixed in order for it to be useable/playable. The owners had lived in New England and the winters there are brutal on solid wood instruments if they don't get the proper humidity (this Tiple should be featured in ad for a humidifier company). The bridge looks good and has not pulled up (although I have no idea how it would hold up with a whole set of strings). The top and back are nice and flat with no cracks. It looks like someone had tried super-glue on one of the cracks (doh!). It has very small frets and this was played back in the day so they have some wear to them. The nut looks good. The tuners all work and the buttons look incredible (I'm not sure what they are made of but they have a "grain" to them which you can see in the pictures). It is missing the strap pin for the butt end (they simply twist in and there are all sorts of after market buttons available from exotic woods inlaid with abalone to plain plastic) and note the cool strap holding "hook" on the bass side tuners. The neck set looks good, but if you really wanted easy action & playability, you should plan on a neck reset and fret job while your "at it". I would guess that it would play O.K. without that, but it would certainly be a better player if you did it. This thing will probably sound incredible if it gets the right care/love as it is over 80 years old, sol ============================== Serial #33958 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1927 Entry Date: 04-01-2007 Source: eBay Contributor: Uke Richard Comments: converted / flip-it-fast! / Model: 0-18K Built: 1927 Entry Date: 07-13-2007 Source: email Contributor: anonymous Comments: Bought Apr 06 2007 ============================== Serial #33982 ============================ Model: D-111Ditson Built: 1927 Entry Date: 04-13-2008 Source: email Contributor: anonymous Comments: 12 fret dreadnought ============================== Serial #33983 ============================ Model: D-111Ditson Built: 1927 Entry Date: 04-11-2008 Source: UMGF Contributor: rem5trk Comments: "I own Martin Ditson Model 111, 1927, SN 33983. I will submit information on it to the registry later this weekend" "If I recall correctly, with the exception of the Martin SN, there are no .Martin. identifications. The stamps (inside center strip and back of peghead) both say .Ditson..'" "It has X-bracing and exceptionally light construction" "Ornamentation ? There isn.t any. As Frank Ford said, 'simple to the point of austerity' "The guitar is currently with Dave Musselwhite for some long overdue repair and restoration work" "After thoroughly examining the guitar, Dave gave me a detailed explanation of each work item the guitar needed. These included a neck reset, work on the bar frets and other intricate items" "I said, .Fine. So, I can expect to get it back next week ?" "He smiled and said, 'Yes ! Absolutely. You can expect it anytime you want..'" "I think he was trying to tell me something" ============================== Serial #34001 ============================ Model: 000-18 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 05-13-2007 Source: UMGF Contributor: John Arnold Comments: No ebony neck reinforcement "The 000-18 is a much lighter braced guitar, and will probably use light gauge strings when the restoration is complete." Lightly braced Model: 000-18 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 06-06-2007 Source: email Contributor: anonymous Comments: Excellent condition with some finish wear around the soundhole Neck reset and fret work in progress ============================== Serial #34153 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 10-12-1999 Source: Elderly Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: "VG+" condition Several repaired side cracks Body and heel oversprayed Recent neck reset On hold Asking Price::$2,200 ============================== Serial #34244 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 08-09-2007 Source: UMGF Contributor: gunn2001(UMGF) Comments: It has a decal, "Levi's music store Rochester NY" on headstock ============================== Serial #34245 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #34246 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #34247 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #34248 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #34249 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #34250 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #34251 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #34252 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #34253 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #34254 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #34255 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1927 Entry Date: 08-01-2008 Source: E-Bay Contributor: Marshall Newman Comments: Crack at end pin, Center seam sep. Top crack ============================== Serial #34459 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 2007 Source: eBay Contributor: ============================== Serial #34490 ============================ Model: 5-21T Built: 1928 Entry Date: 10-11-2000 Source: Bernuzio Vintage Instruments Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: URL::http://web.archive.org/web/20001011055126/bernunzio.com/cgi-bin/bernunzio/Finder.pl?Class=Guitar "Waverly V-2 banjo tuners added; original old style pickguard added no cracks or repairs; fine sound and playablity" Asking Price::$1,750 ============================== Serial #34586 ============================ Model: 0-28K Built: 1928 Entry Date: 07-04-2008 Source: Email Contributor: Chris(Methropro on UMGF) Comments: Unconverted, original, no cracks or repairs Retrofit 7/4/08-12/13/08 $7,600 ============================== Serial #34745 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1928 Entry Date: 05-04-2008 Source: EBay Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: "Older thin refinish was very well done. As mentioned, it has very light bracing. I suspect someone had once set it up for Hawaiian play using heavy strings and high action. Some top distortion and original bridge plate was split. Our guy did an excellent job replacing the bridge plate and the entire top is now 100% sturdy and stable. One crack below the low E pin (see photo 15) and several small back cracks are well aligned and tightly sealed. Cracks are innocuous and difficult to see on figured koa. Original bar frets are uniformly low but as mentioned, it plays great and intonates perfectly. A solid sturdy guitar that sounds wonderful and is ready for another 80 years of good service" ============================== Serial #34746 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1928 Entry Date: 05-08-2005 Source: Skinners Auction House Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Sale 2274 Lot 10 Belly bridge, probably non original Pickguard, again probably non original. Especially since it seems to cover the outermost rosette ring Estimate Price: $500 - $700 Sold For::$1,880 ============================== Serial #34799 ============================ Model: 0-28 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 10-05-2002 Source: More Music Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: URL::http://web.archive.org/web/20021005070511/http://members.cruzio.com/~moresale/acoustic.html Store Address: 121 Maple Street Santa Cruz, California 95060. Phone: 831-458-2438 Asking Price:: $5,400 ============================== Serial #34874 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 06-30-2008 Source: Email Contributor: Chris(Methropro on UMGF) Comments: Repro bridge (looks orig), damage to back lower bout OSSC 6/30/08 Ebay $1,128 ============================== Serial #34987 ============================ Model: T-18 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-24-2007 Source: ebay Contributor: Metropro(Chris) Comments: 10 string Martin Tiple Mint condition. Mahogany top and body. On the back of the peghead there is a stamp that reads: "The best in music comes from Will A. Young, The Music Man, Fort Wayne, Indiana." ============================== Serial #35047 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1928 Entry Date: 10-09-2003 Source: Christies Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Auction Sale #1277 Lot 26 Estimate $1800-$2400 Didn't sell Front Picture on Page 7 of the catalog ============================== Serial #35109 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 03-01-2002 Source: Mandolin Bros. Catalog 3/02 Contributor: Marshall Comments: Asking Price::$5,995 Model: 00-21 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 06-02-2002 Source: Mandolin Bros Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: URL::http://web.archive.org/web/20020602114132/www.mandoweb.com/1_Acoustic.htm Finish damage on back lower bout Repaired back crack Neck Reset by Mandolin Bros Asking Price::$5,995 ============================== Serial #35110 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #35111 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #35112 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #35113 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #35114 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #35115 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #35116 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #35117 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #35118 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #35119 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #35120 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 03-31-2008 Source: EBay Contributor: Chris Bennett Comments: Miss-posted on eBay as a 1927 000-21. Has a nasty looking crack on the upper back, and added braces around the neck block. It looks like someone attempted to slip the block and cracked the back of the guitar. Possibly the sides above the neck block as well. Completely refinished. Sold 3/28/08 ============================== Serial #35121 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #35122 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #35123 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #35124 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #35125 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #35126 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #35127 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #35128 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #35129 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #35130 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #35131 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #35132 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #35133 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #35134 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #35135 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #35136 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #35137 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #35138 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #35139 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #35140 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #35141 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #35142 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #35143 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #35144 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2005 Source: Elderly Vintage & Used Instrument Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Catalog #238 Listed for 8k Listed VG-EX Repro bridge Neckset by Elderly ============================== Serial #35169 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-29-2008 Source: Email Contributor: Chris(Methropro on UMGF) Comments: All original, bar frets, neck reset, bridge glued, Mando WHQ 11/29/08- Mandoin World HQ $2,750 Model: 2-17 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 07-01-2009 Source: ?????? Contributor: Marshall Newman(email) ============================== Serial #35232 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 04-01-2007 Source: Intermountain Contributor: Uke Richard ============================== Serial #35314 ============================ Model: 5-17T Built: 1928 Entry Date: 09-02-1999 Source: Bernuzio Vintage Instruments Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: URL::http://web.archive.org/web/19990902060429/www.nywebworks.com/cgi-bin/bernunzio/finder.pl?Class=Guitar "all mahogany tenor guitar in Martins smallest size; a beauty" Asking Price::$650 ============================== Serial #35351 ============================ Model: 0-42 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 05-13-2007 Source: UMGF Contributor: John Arnold Comments: No ebony neck reinforcement "The 0-42 is apart (top and neck removed)." Model: 0-42 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 06-06-2007 Source: email Contributor: anonymous Comments: Finish stripped except for the neck Currently being restored ============================== Serial #35352 ============================ Model: 0-42 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 04-04-2008 Source: Email Contributor: Chris(Methropro on UMGF) Comments: With buyers premium, 4/4/08 Christie's Auction House $9,375 ============================== Serial #35366 ============================ Model: 00-40H Built: 1928 Entry Date: 04-09-2007 Source: UMGF Contributor: Dennis(OMpicker on UMGF) ============================== Serial #35419 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 04-01-2007 Source: eBay Contributor: Uke Richard Comments: Asking Price::$1,953 Model: 0-18 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 04-02-2007 Source: Ebay Contributor: Comments: Possible bridge replacement 1 inch crack in bridge, no visible seperation Bridge is rosewood Two repaired top cracks just below the bridge ============================== Serial #35450 ============================ Model: 2-18T Built: 1928 Entry Date: 04-01-2007 Source: Contributor: ============================== Serial #35554 ============================ Model: 000-45 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 06-18-2007 Source: UMGF Contributor: David(Fingerstyle2 on UMGF) Comments: "Lest we travel too far into a 'fact-free zone' about how the pickguard-area repair was done, I checked with T.J. and he's fine with my sharing the info:" "....didn't inlay anything - just blended hard edge that the last 'repairman' had routed for guard, and then began rather complicated layering of various finishes (primarily lacquer and shellac) and colors (powdered pigments, aniline dyes, orange shellac, etc.) to try to get a decent match." "As mentioned in the appraisal that the seller included in the action listing, 'very light flattening agent sprayed on top to tie all touched up areas together'. Then, he said (amazingly) '....i then burned and froze touched up area....'" "By the way, he also said that he can easily recommend the guitar and that "it's got it all."" Model: 000-45 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 06-18-2007 Source: ebay Contributor: John Arnold Comments: Item #320128742856 Repaired/restored by TJ Thompson in 2007 Replacement period correct bridge Neck reset Before restoration had an ugly winged pickguard inlayed in the top "Very rare Martin 000-45 guitar from 1928 in great shape. This guitar was recently worked on by the pre war Martin specialist, TJ Thompson. An appraisal detaling both his work and the state of the guitar, is shown. Basically, this guitar had a pickguard on it that was not original. This was removed and the area touched up.Also a new bridge was made and a neck-set performed. I have personally owned this 000-45 for close to 20 years and it has been my baby. T his guitar plays and sounds better than ever since TJ worked on it. While not as loud as a pre war D-28 exactly, it has a resonance and finess to the sound that I have never before encountered in any guitar. The right tuners are now on the guitar and the original case is included, along with a new sturdy case for shipping." ============================== Serial #35555 ============================ Model: 000-45 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #35556 ============================ Model: 000-45 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #35557 ============================ Model: 000-45 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #35558 ============================ Model: 000-45 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 04-01-2001 Source: Elderly Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: "Exc" condition Some wear on back of neck Some pick wear Strap button hole on the heel Three nicely touched up screw holes on top, possibly from a pickguard OM scale Non original pyramid bridge With Calton HSC Asking Price::$63,500 ============================== Serial #35559 ============================ Model: 000-45 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #35560 ============================ Model: 000-45 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #35561 ============================ Model: 000-45 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 01-12-1997 Source: Mandolin Bros Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: URL::http://web.archive.org/web/19970112161205/www.mandoweb.com/acoust_1.htm Replacement pyramid bridge Long Scale A few repaired back and side cracks A little bit of overspray Replacement Sloane three on a strip tuners Original tuners in case Asking Price::$36,085 ============================== Serial #35593 ============================ Model: 1-17P Built: 1928 Entry Date: 06-08-2008 Source: Email Contributor: Chris(Methropro on UMGF) Comments: Rare 20 fret neck, 26.5 scale, repaired center seam 6/8/08-8/11/07 SOLD Bernunzio $2650 ============================== Serial #35798 ============================ Model: 00-40H Built: 1928 Entry Date: 10-23-2005 Source: Mandolin Bros Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: URL::http://web.archive.org/web/20051023134801/http://www.mandoweb.com/1_Acoustic.htm Image::http://web.archive.org/web/20051023165159/www.mandoweb.com/48-3644.jpg Unconverted "The backstripe is made of multicolored wood marquetry, the ebony fingerboard is inlaid with pearl snowflakes, the largest being at the 5th fret, with smaller ones at frets 7 and 9 with a .winged Maltese Cross at the 12th and having a cat.s eye at the 15th. Our shop has glued and cleated a seam sep and we have also reglued the bridge, as sometimes needs to occur." Asking Price::$13,500 ============================== Serial #35968 ============================ Model: 00-28 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 0000 Source: Email Contributor: Chris(Methropro on UMGF) Comments: Starting bid, replaced frets & bridge by Martin (when), long poorly repaired back crack, OHSC, belonged to father 12/15/8 Ebay ($10,000) ============================== Serial #35969 ============================ Model: 00-28 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #35970 ============================ Model: 00-28 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 01-26-2001 Source: www.themusicemporium.com Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: URL::http://web.archive.org/web/20010202181900/www.themusicemporium.com/used.htm Lots of finish wear Replaced pyramid bridge Several well repaired top cracks Asking Price::$3,999 ============================== Serial #36058 ============================ Model: 000-28 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 12-02-2002 Source: Elderly Contributor: Anonymous(email) Model: 000-28 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 04-14-2004 Source: Elderly Instruments Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: URL::http://web.archive.org/web/20040414060530/www.elderly.com/vintage/items/10U-3084.htm Image::http://web.archive.org/web/20040414060530/http://elderly.com/images/vintage/10U/10U-3084_front.jpg Image::http://web.archive.org/web/20040414060530/http://elderly.com/images/vintage/10U/10U-3084_back.jpg Image::http://web.archive.org/web/20040414060530/http://elderly.com/images/vintage/10U/10U-3084_photo-in-back.jpg Recent neck reset and refret by Elderly All original except pickguard "a fair bit of pick wear on top and belt buckle marks on back, no cracks, looks good, sounds exceptionally good" On consignment Very Good + condition Asking Price::$13,500 ============================== Serial #36072 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1928 Entry Date: 06-22-2007 Source: ebay Contributor: felix(wiedler on UMGF) Comments: Item #300123661181 Converted "Guitar is very clean with no cracks, no repairs, and was stored away for many years, some of the finish on the back reacted with old strap in an old case. Guitar is set up to fingerpick with straight neck and low/medium action and not needing neck reset. Guitar is very loud, responsive, this all koa vintage Martin has a bark and clarity that is unique and perfect for the blues. Guitar comes in archtop form fitting newer hardshell case that is very tough and protective." ============================== Serial #36073 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #36074 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #36075 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #36076 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #36077 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #36078 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #36079 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #36080 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #36081 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #36082 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #36083 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #36084 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #36085 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #36086 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #36087 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #36088 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #36089 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-10-1996 Source: Mandolin Bros Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Asking Price::$1,289 Listed as Exc- condition ============================== Serial #36112 ============================ Model: 000-45 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 08-12-2007 Source: Longworth Contributor: Mac Carter Comments: Jimmie Rodger's "Blue Yodel" ============================== Serial #36159 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 2007 Source: Elderly Instruments Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #36244 ============================ Model: 5-17T Built: 1928 Entry Date: 09-02-1999 Source: Bernuzio Vintage Instruments Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: URL::http://web.archive.org/web/19990902060429/www.nywebworks.com/cgi-bin/bernunzio/finder.pl?Class=Guitar Asking Price::$650 ============================== Serial #36333 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 07-13-2007 Source: email Contributor: anonymous Comments: Bought Feb 19 2006 ============================== Serial #36393 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 07-01-2007 Source: UMGF Contributor: Scott Ward ============================== Serial #36394 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #36395 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #36396 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #36397 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #36398 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #36399 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #36400 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #36401 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #36402 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 05-20-2008 Source: Email Contributor: Chris(Methropro on UMGF) Comments: 4 old top cracks on top/lower bout, replaced binding & chunk of top wood, needs a neck set, oversized bridge with slotted saddle, large screwed on pickguard, wrong size & number of FB inlays (should be slotted diamonds), diamond shape cut out of headstock, OHSC ,holes from tailpiece 5/20/08, 6/01/08 Ebay ($2,499) Model: 00-21 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 12-15-2008 Source: Email Contributor: Chris(Methropro on UMGF) Comments: Neck set, large diamond inlay in headstock, wrong dot inlays on fretboard (should be slotted diamonds), fretboard replaced?, screw on pickguard, discolored top (refinish), cracked bridge, badly repaired top cracks, and lower bout binding/purfling OHSC, 12/15/08 EBAY $3,000 ============================== Serial #36694 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 04-20-2008 Source: www.12fret.com Contributor: RenaudB(UMGF) Comments: "Frets:... bar frets have no wear notches" "Body:... 12" lower bout dimension; 4" deep sides at end pin; solid tropical mahogany top, back & sides; rosewood body binding; Brazilian rosewood bridge has had saddle moved for intonation purposes; hairline side crack on lower treble bout (see "detail of side" photo); in overall excellent condition" "Finish:... original finish in good 7.5-8.5/10 condition" "Playability/Action:... plays well at 5/64" to 7/64" with low saddle" Asking Price:: $2,499 ============================== Serial #36698 ============================ Model: 000-45 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 06-01-2007 Source: Elderly Web Site Contributor: zshai(UMGF) Comments: One repaired top crack One repaired back crack "riginal bridge and bridge plate were modified at one time (screws) but have been plugged and repaired by our shop" On consignment Asking Price::$75,000 ============================== Serial #36699 ============================ Model: 000-45 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #36700 ============================ Model: 000-45 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #36701 ============================ Model: 000-45 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #36702 ============================ Model: 000-45 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #36703 ============================ Model: 000-45 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 04-09-2007 Source: UMGF Contributor: Dennis(OMpicker on UMGF) Comments: 12 fretter torch Dennis (OMpicker on UMGF) owned in 1975 Bought::Eric Schoenberg, Music Emporium, (Porter Sq, Cambridge) in 1975 ============================== Serial #36704 ============================ Model: 000-45 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #36705 ============================ Model: 000-45 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #36706 ============================ Model: 000-45 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #36707 ============================ Model: 000-45 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 1981 Source: Mand. Bros. Contributor: Anonymous(email) ============================== Serial #36708 ============================ Model: 000-45 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 1987 Source: 1987 Mandolin Brothers catalog Contributor: Dennis (OMpicker on UMGF) Comments: 12 fretter torch ============================== Serial #36753 ============================ Model: 2-17H Built: 1928 Entry Date: 07-01-2009 Source: ebay Contributor: Marshall Newman(email) Comments: Original Hawaiian set-up ============================== Serial #36754 ============================ Model: 2-17H Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #36755 ============================ Model: 2-17H Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #36756 ============================ Model: 2-17H Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #36757 ============================ Model: 2-17H Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #36758 ============================ Model: 2-17H Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #36759 ============================ Model: 2-17H Built: 1928 Entry Date: 08-20-2008 Source: ebay Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Item #160273849067 "This is an all Mahogany guitar and is in near mint to mint condition, with only a few scratches keeping it from perfect. This guitar is collector quality, a real museum piece. There are no cracks, breaks or issues of any kind; the neck is super straight on this guitar, and has never been reset. The bridge is very secure, and there is no top bellying. The guitar seems to have rarely been played. Frets are of the original Flush Fret variety, and all elements of the guitar are original, including the finish, tuners,fretboard,frets, bridge, everything" ============================== Serial #36865 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1928 Entry Date: 1993 Source: Mand. Bros. Contributor: Anonymous(email) ============================== Serial #36898 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 04-11-2007 Source: UMGF Contributor: Vic(VVC41) ============================== Serial #37005 ============================ Model: 2-18T Built: 1928 Entry Date: 10-11-2000 Source: Bernuzio Vintage Instruments Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: URL::http://web.archive.org/web/20001011055126/bernunzio.com/cgi-bin/bernunzio/Finder.pl?Class=Guitar "Beautiful tenor guitar with Grover pancake tuners and slick action. Minor body wear" Asking Price::$1,250 ============================== Serial #37125 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 12-07-2008 Source: Email Contributor: Chris(Methropro on UMGF) Comments: Needs neck set-refret, split rectangular bridge (needs new one), 3 small repaired side cracks to treble side, horizontal crazing, all original, harmonist34 12/7/08-1/5/09 "Buy & Sell" $4625 ============================== Serial #37126 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #37127 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #37128 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #37129 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #37130 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #37131 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #37132 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #37133 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #37134 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #37135 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #37136 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #37137 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #37138 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #37139 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #37140 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #37141 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #37142 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #37143 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 05-30-2008 Source: Email Contributor: Chris(Methropro on UMGF) Comments: Closet guitar, very clean, small top crack, dark blemish on side/lower bout, 5/30/08 Ebay $5,227 ============================== Serial #37270 ============================ Model: 5-17T Built: 1928 Entry Date: 06-01-2007 Source: UMGF Contributor: Jay Keller(UMGF) ============================== Serial #37355 ============================ Model: 000-45 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 04-10-2007 Source: UMGF Contributor: Jan (boomklever on UMGF) Comments: Owned by Stephen Stills (first album cover) ============================== Serial #37413 ============================ Model: 000-28 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 06-11-2007 Source: www.don-mclean.com Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: URL::http://web.archive.org/web/20060128233606/http://www.don-mclean.com/guitars/interview.asp Owned by Don McLean ============================== Serial #37422 ============================ Model: 00-45 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 05-25-2007 Source: UMGF Contributor: felix(wiedler on UMGF) Comments: URL::http://web.archive.org/web/20050118051455/http://www.chiefnoda.com/intvw/nb.html Owned by Norman Blake Used by Nancy Blake Model: 00-45 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 06-12-2007 Source: email Contributor: John Arnold Comments: Original finish Original pickguard and belly bridge ============================== Serial #37478 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 2007 Source: Elderly Instruments Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #37479 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #37480 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #37481 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #37482 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #37483 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #37484 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #37485 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #37486 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 1998 Source: Bernunzio Contributor: Anonymous(email) ============================== Serial #37487 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #37488 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #37489 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #37490 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1928 Entry Date: 09-19-2007 Source: ebay Contributor: Marshall Comments: sold in the high $3000s ============================== Serial #37518 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1928 Entry Date: 09-20-2007 Source: ebay Contributor: the_jest(UMGF) Comments: Item #220151675508 "Great old original Martin #37518 dates from the 1928-29 era fresh from the old house in old wooden case. Has mother of pearl inlay and a jewel on the top. The string holder on the bottom is coming lose and will need to be reglued and there is a small crack in the top(see photo) no weakness just a little crack. The other things were in the case, old eye glasses, info on the Greyhound, box with stuff. I can see the man in the glasses boarding the Greyhound in the 1930's but I not sure were is was going." Pictures aren't great, but looks to be refinished Non original pickguard bridge nearly detached Possible loose braces under bridge as top looks a bit warped in one picture Crack in headstock from curve by high E string down neck. Not clear how far it extends For sale by Lowe's Antiques of Tennessee ============================== Serial #37576 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 06-04-2007 Source: www.12fret.com Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: URL::http://www.12fret.com/usedSoldGallery/indexSold.html ============================== Serial #37614 ============================ Model: ??-18 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 03-15-2008 Source: EBay Contributor: Spook69(UMGF) Comments: Item #370032603929 "This is a professionally refinished Martin Acoustic Guitar in excellent condition" Most likely a 0 or 00 sized 18 series guitar Refinish looks thick. Finish also visible inside the soundhold so whomever did the refinish did not know much about refinishing instruments. No finish on fretboard so they weren't totally clueless. Buy it now price of $5,350 which is very high given the apparently poor refinish Model: 0-18 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 03-28-2008 Source: Email Contributor: Chris(Methropro on UMGF) Comments: Refinished, starting bid of $5,350. No bids. scraping around bridge, thru saddle, looks like bar frets, relisted 3/28/08 starting bid of $4,175 no bids Ebay ($0) Model: ??-?? Built: 1929 Entry Date: 04-20-2008 Source: EBay Contributor: Spook69(UMGF) Comments: "This is a professionally refinished Martin Acoustic Guitar in excellent condition. Sound quality is exceptional. Comes with a TKL Hardcase. Serial Number is hard to see, but with a mirror it can be seen on the inside of the case" "Some questions I've been asked:" "How wide is the nut on top. 1 7/8" "How wide is the bout on the bottom. 13 1/2" "Any cracks or visual damage? No cracks evident anywhere that I can find. Cosmetically the guitar is in good shape after having been professionally refinished. Sound is excellent" ============================== Serial #37616 ============================ Model: 00-28 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-17-2007 Source: Email Contributor: Chris(Methropro on UMGF) Comments: VG+ OHSC, repaired 7" back crack & center seam sep, repro bridge, neck reset & refret, 11/17/07-7/4/08 SOLD Mandolin Bros $15,995 Model: 00-28 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 02-29-2008 Source: Mandolin Bros Contributor: Chris Bennet Comments: Asking Price:: $15,995 R Replacement bridge, 7. back crack and center seam split, neck set refret, bent tuner 11/17/07-2/29/08 Model: 00-28 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 03-21-2008 Source: Mandolin Brothers Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Asking Price:: $15,995 (cash) "This is cleaner than most but there are some issues that our repair shop is, even as we speak, taking care of: they are gluing a 7. back crack, gluing a seam opening down the back stripe, (the back stripe is lifted away from the back, eighty years of dryness has caused it to become slightly elevated.), regluing the bridge, performing a neck reset and a bar fret refret. When the guitar came in it had a .straight. saddle . so possibly it had once been used to play Hawaiian music with a slide, consequently our workshop is modifying the bridge (which is a replacement, by the way) so that the saddle can be angled for proper intonation. It also has a bent tuner but we will not attempt to straighten it . since it.s an original tuner and trying to straighten it may break it which would be a bad thing (trust me). There is normal hand and finger wear on the back of the neck, normal signs of use and wear overall including a few dings and scratches, a scuff on the side near the neck but on the whole this is a remarkably clean and wonderful sounding instrument. It sets the new standard for excellence in a late .20s herringbone grand concert. This is priced at $16,491 at our Discount Price, or $15,995 at our Cash Discount price." ============================== Serial #37648 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 08-01-2009 Source: ebay Contributor: Marshall Newman(email) Comments: Price: $5,000 Opening Bid ============================== Serial #37659 ============================ Model: 5-17T Built: 1929 Entry Date: 04-09-2007 Source: eBay Contributor: Comments: Asking Price::$1,126 ============================== Serial #37674 ============================ Model: 0-18T Built: 1929 Entry Date: 05-04-2008 Source: EBay Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: "The neck looks to be straight. The headstock appears to be made of rosewood and the tuning pegs are all original. It is missing it's pick guard and does show wear to this area. There are a few issues that will need attention. The bottom bridge is lifting up a bit on one side. There is a split to the top at the bottom left- middle. When pressed down upon this goes right back into position. It is missing the bottom rest where the guitar would sit if stood up straight, and there are two circular scratches to the back of the guitar. Otherwise this beauty is in nice condition having only minor scuffs and scrathes to the body. The fret board is inlayed at the 5th, 7th and 10th frets. The neck is in very nice condition. I believe this is the original case which is in a rough condition with the leather hinges having dry rotted off" Editor Note, this guitar almost certainly did not come with a pickguard originally. So it isn't really missing. Model: 5-17T Built: 1929 Entry Date: 05-07-2008 Source: Email Contributor: Chris(Methropro on UMGF) Comments: Heavy pickwear pickguard area, bridge lifting up, unfixed top crack, lost endpin, 5/7/08 Ebay $871 ============================== Serial #37675 ============================ Model: 5-17T Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #37676 ============================ Model: 5-17T Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #37677 ============================ Model: 5-17T Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #37678 ============================ Model: 5-17T Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #37679 ============================ Model: 5-17T Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #37680 ============================ Model: 5-17T Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #37681 ============================ Model: 5-17T Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #37682 ============================ Model: 5-17T Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #37683 ============================ Model: 5-17T Built: 1929 Entry Date: 04-11-2007 Source: EBay Contributor: David(Davids Harp on UMGF) Comments: Missing 10th fret dot marker Some fret wear Two hairline cracks on the back Five inches of the top near the hairline cracks needs to be reglued Hole drilled on the lower bout ============================== Serial #37733 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 09-24-2008 Source: ebay Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #37832 ============================ Model: 0-17H Built: 1929 Entry Date: 1985 Source: Mand. Bros. Contributor: Anonymous(email) Model: 00-17H Built: 1929 Entry Date: 1985 Source: Mand. Bros. Contributor: Anonymous(email) Comments: Converted ============================== Serial #37833 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 1980 Source: Music Man Contributor: anonymous(email) ============================== Serial #37857 ============================ Model: D-111Ditson Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-23-2005 Source: UMGF Contributor: John Arnold's notes Comments: Ditson Dreadnaught Top thickness 0.118" at soundhole, 0.094" bass side below bridge, 0.105" treble side below bridge. Model: D-111Ditson Built: 1929 Entry Date: 06-12-2007 Source: email Contributor: John Arnold Comments: Neck reset and replaced replica bridge in October 1998 ============================== Serial #37858 ============================ Model: D-111Ditson Built: 1929 Entry Date: 2000 Source: Frets.com Museum Contributor: Comments: URL::http://web.archive.org/web/20060306104545/http://www.frets.com/FRETSPages/Museum/Guitar/Martin/29DitsonD/29ditsond.html Image::http://web.archive.org/web/20060306104545/http://www.frets.com/FRETSPages/Museum/Guitar/Martin/29DitsonD/29DitsonDViews/29ditson09.jpg Image::http://web.archive.org/web/20060306104545/http://www.frets.com/FRETSPages/Museum/Guitar/Martin/29DitsonD/29DitsonDViews/29ditson06.jpg Ditson D One of the last Ditson D's Mahogany back and sides X braced Model: D-111Ditson Built: 1929 Entry Date: 08-06-2007 Source: Martin Museum Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: On Display at Martin Museum August 2007 ============================== Serial #37904 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1929 Entry Date: 2007 Source: Elderly Instruments Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #37928 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 09-18-2002 Source: Bernuzio Vintage Instruments Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: URL::http://web.archive.org/web/20020918003505/www.bernunzio.com/cgi-bin/bernunzio/showimg2000?img=026805 "a well used, but excellent playing old 12 fret Martin . This guitar has some repairs and shows lots of playing wear, but it retains that great sound that is only found in a late1920s Martin. New individual Waverly tuners, new pickguard" Asking Price::$2,750 ============================== Serial #37929 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #37930 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #37931 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #37932 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #37933 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #37934 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #37935 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #37936 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #37937 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #37938 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #37939 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #37940 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #37941 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #37942 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #37943 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #37944 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #37945 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #37946 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #37947 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #37948 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #37949 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #37950 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 09-24-2008 Source: Email Contributor: Chris(Methropro on UMGF) Comments: Excellent, all original, never had a neck set, orig. bridge 9/24/08-11/29/08 Marc Silber Guitars $8,000 ============================== Serial #37951 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #37952 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #37953 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #37954 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #37955 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #37956 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 2007 Source: Elderly Instruments Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #38007 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 08-05-2008 Source: Email Contributor: Chris(Methropro on UMGF) Comments: original finish, small back cracks, orig frets, repro bridge plate, repro pyramid bridge, 1950's tuners, small belly, finish worn off top-side Ebay 8/5/08 ============================== Serial #38027 ============================ Model: 2&1/2-18T Built: 1929 Entry Date: 01-05-2002 Source: Intermountain Guitar Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: URL::http://web.archive.org/web/20020105043444/http://guitarandbanjo.com/inventory/used-martin.html ============================== Serial #38074 ============================ Model: 5-17T Built: 1929 Entry Date: 09-03-2007 Source: ebay Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Item #110164194169 ============================== Serial #38106 ============================ Model: 000-28 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 09-19-2008 Source: Steve Swan Guitars Contributor: Telstar(UMGF) Comments: In the "Previous offerings" section "To many this is the ultimate Martin fingerstyle guitar, a 12 Fret OOO braced for steel strings with rectangular bridge and no pickguard. Dead straight Brazilian Rosewood, Adirondack Spruce top, Slothead with engraved halfplate tuners, C.F. Martin stamp on rear of head, Brazilian Rosewood headstock overlay, Nut as been shimmed after refret, 1 7/8" nut width, Ebony fingerboard with short pattern diamonds and squares inlay, Ivoroid binding and heelcap, Thin herringbone top purfling, 2 5/16' string spread at bridge, Virtually unangled bridge saddle, Solid pins, Zipper backstrip. The repairs have been limited to a neck reset and refret by T.J Thompson and his judicious application of varnish to the wear at the rear of the neck between the nut and 4th fret. With original hardshell case. This is as fine sounding an original 12 Fret OOO as you are ever likely to play." ============================== Serial #38178 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1929 Entry Date: 1992 Source: Mand. Bros. Contributor: Anonymous(email) Model: 0-18K Built: 1929 Entry Date: 03-02-2000 Source: Elderly Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: "VG-Exc" condition One repaired top crack Small "minor" crack on back of headstock Two small cracks on lower treble bout Some figuring in wood Slightly oversize replacement bridge A bit more bellying in top than Elderly likes Top appears stable Entire guitar lightly oversprayed Asking Price::$1,350 ============================== Serial #38179 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #38180 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #38181 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #38182 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #38183 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #38184 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #38185 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #38186 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #38187 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #38188 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #38189 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #38190 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #38191 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #38192 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #38193 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #38194 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #38195 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #38196 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #38197 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #38198 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #38199 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #38200 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #38201 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #38202 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #38203 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1929 Entry Date: 07-19-2007 Source: UMGF Contributor: Willi Comments: "exc. fine all original except neck reset" "Original Spanish setup" "in workshop" ============================== Serial #38204 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #38205 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #38206 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #38207 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1929 Entry Date: 2007 Source: Elderly Contributor: Jochem Comments: Asking Price:: $2,250 Setup for Hawaiin? ============================== Serial #38230 ============================ Model: 0-28K Built: 1929 Entry Date: 02-20-1999 Source: www.themusicemporium.com Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: URL::http://web.archive.org/web/19990220180735/www.themusicemporium.com/flattop.htm Restored Replaced tuners Replaced bridge Side patch Asking Price::$2,999 ============================== Serial #38346 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 12-27-2008 Source: Email Contributor: Chris(Methropro on UMGF) Comments: No info, one picture, finish looks original, original pyramid bridge, scam? Ebay 12/27/08 $4,164 ============================== Serial #38356 ============================ Model: ??-?? Built: 1929 Entry Date: 04-05-2007 Source: EBay Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Item #190099314775 Missing binding on top right side. Starts near center of endblock, goes 6 inches Unrepaired top crack from near soundhole to tail Second top crack on about 4 inches long starting on the right side about where the missing binding ends side cracks Very rough finish. Bridge has finish. Refinish? Non original bridge? Brass bolts holding on bridge One amatuer repair inside Indented wood below where strap button goes. IE, between the back and the strap button hole. Picture is bad, hard to be sure. Model: 0-18 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 04-12-2007 Source: ebay Contributor: Chris Bennett Comments: Sold For::$810 Some unrepaired cracks, missing binding, plastic cement inside amateur repair, bolts in bridge ============================== Serial #38382 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 1982 Source: Mand. Bros. Contributor: Anonymous(email) ============================== Serial #38383 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #38384 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #38385 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #38386 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #38387 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #38388 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #38389 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 04-01-2007 Source: eBay Contributor: Uke Richard Comments: Asking Price::$3,050 Model: 0-18 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 08-21-2007 Source: UMGF Contributor: mylescdavis Comments: 1929 0-18, 38389, owned by me, some repaired damage to back, fretwork (no new frets) in May 2007 by Andrew Scrimshaw, London ============================== Serial #38421 ============================ Model: 5-21T Built: 1929 Entry Date: 10-29-2008 Source: Email Contributor: Chris(Methropro on UMGF) Comments: Was $2850 orig Grover pancake tuners, no cracks or repairs, OHSC 10/29/08-1/1/09 HOLD Bernunzio $2,250 ============================== Serial #38458 ============================ Model: 000-45 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 10-31-2009 Source: Skinner Auction House Contributor: UMGF(Ted Hutson) Comments: "American Guitar, C.F. Martin & Company, Nazareth, c. 1928, Model OOO-45, stamped CF MARTIN & CO, NAZARETH PA on the center strip and at the back of the peghead, stamped 38458 at the upper block, length of back 20 3/8 in., width of lower bout 15 1/8 in., with later case." "Estimate $8,000-12,000" "Sides and back clear coated, top overcoated or possibly refinished. Replacement bridge cracked, tailpin missing. Top of fingerboard shaved to about 3/32 in. Binding refinished with yellow tint. Back of neck clear coated. Frets, fretboard inlays replaced (except for top snowflake) Case not original. Back finish imprinted in a long, curved line by strap, possibly vinyl, reacting with varnish. Bridge plate original, ok." "Complete repair estimate includes applying correct finish, new fingerboard and bridge, frets and neck reset $4000-5000." Sold For:: $23,700 ============================== Serial #38484 ============================ Model: 0-45 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 10-12-2007 Source: Christies Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Item #40 in Christies October 12 2007 Musical Instrument auction. With period case Estimate of $20,000 to $30,000 ============================== Serial #38485 ============================ Model: 0-45 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #38486 ============================ Model: 0-45 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 10-17-2004 Source: Skinners Auction House Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Estimate: $3,500 - $1,800 Sale 2253 Lot 13A Pyramid Bridge Sold For::$11,162.50 ============================== Serial #38506 ============================ Model: 00-40H Built: 1929 Entry Date: 05-04-2007 Source: UMGF Contributor: Metropro Comments: For sale at skinners Originally listed as an 00-45 Worn but orignal appearing finish Gouges and scrapes on the top right of the upper bout Some washboarding along the edge at the top (left upper bout) Three cracks from bridge to soundhole Three quarter inch gouge near bridge, apparently from removing a previous bridge Ugly, huge non original bridge Lots of extra wood inside that bridge is attached to by way of six screws Price Estimate $400-$600 Model: 00-40H Built: 1929 Entry Date: 05-06-2007 Source: Skinners Auction House Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Sale 2361 Lot 14 Sold price::$4,994 Model: 00-40H Built: 1929 Entry Date: 05-06-2007 Source: Skinners Auction House Contributor: Ted Hutson(UMGF) Comments: Top thickness: .115" (more or less, depending on where) Width at nut: .188" Width at 12th fret: 2.30" Model: 00-40H Built: 1929 Entry Date: 06-01-2007 Source: Bernuzio Vintage Instruments Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Listed as 00-40 "pearl trimmed, Brazilian rosewood; presently being converted from Hawaiian and undergoing restoration; please call for details" No asking price listed ============================== Serial #38521 ============================ Model: 000-28 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 10-26-2007 Source: Willi(BHGuitars on UMGF) Contributor: Comments: replaced bridge ============================== Serial #38646 ============================ Model: 0-28K Built: 1929 Entry Date: 1996 Source: Mand. Bros. Contributor: Anonymous(email) Model: 0-28K Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-10-1996 Source: Mandolin Bros Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: URL::http://web.archive.org/web/19961110003924/www.mandoweb.com/13-6744.htm Image::http://web.archive.org/web/19961110003924/http://www.mandoweb.com/13-6744.jpg Ad says Martin made a total of 634 of these between 1921 & 1930 Notes that only 251 were built in the steel string era Asking Price: $2,779 ============================== Serial #38647 ============================ Model: 0-28K Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #38648 ============================ Model: 0-28K Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #38649 ============================ Model: 0-28K Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #38650 ============================ Model: 0-28K Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #38651 ============================ Model: 0-28K Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #38652 ============================ Model: 0-28K Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #38653 ============================ Model: 0-28K Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #38654 ============================ Model: 0-28K Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #38655 ============================ Model: 0-28K Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #38656 ============================ Model: 0-28K Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #38657 ============================ Model: 0-28K Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #38658 ============================ Model: 0-28K Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #38659 ============================ Model: 0-28K Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #38660 ============================ Model: 0-28K Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #38661 ============================ Model: 0-28K Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #38662 ============================ Model: 0-28K Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #38663 ============================ Model: 0-28K Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #38664 ============================ Model: 0-28K Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #38665 ============================ Model: 0-28K Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #38666 ============================ Model: 0-28K Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #38667 ============================ Model: 0-28K Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #38668 ============================ Model: 0-28K Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #38669 ============================ Model: 0-28K Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #38670 ============================ Model: 0-28K Built: 1929 Entry Date: 05-11-2001 Source: Skinners Auction House Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Sale 2069 Lot 15 Estimate $1,500 - $2,000 Model: 0-28K Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-04-2001 Source: Skinners Auction House Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Sale 2112 Lot 6 Estimate $3,000 - $5,000 Model: 0-28K Built: 1929 Entry Date: 10-13-2002 Source: Skinners Auction House Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Sale 2180 Lot 2A No pickguard Estimate $1,500 - $2,000 Sold For::$1,645 ============================== Serial #38692 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 10-01-2007 Source: ebay Contributor: Marshall ============================== Serial #38693 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #38694 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #38695 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #38696 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #38697 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 2007 Source: Elderly Instruments Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #38789 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 1999 Source: Elderly Contributor: Anonymous(email) Model: 00-21 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 2007 Source: Elderly Instruments Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #38929 ============================ Model: 000-28 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 06-12-2007 Source: email Contributor: John Arnold Comments: From the internet. ============================== Serial #38930 ============================ Model: 000-28 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #38931 ============================ Model: 000-28 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #38932 ============================ Model: 000-28 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #38933 ============================ Model: 000-28 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #38934 ============================ Model: 000-28 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #38935 ============================ Model: 000-28 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #38936 ============================ Model: 000-28 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #38937 ============================ Model: 000-28 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #38938 ============================ Model: 000-28 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #38939 ============================ Model: 000-28 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #38940 ============================ Model: 000-28 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 06-12-2007 Source: email Contributor: John Arnold Comments: On Ebay. ============================== Serial #38979 ============================ Model: 1-18P Built: 1929 Entry Date: 07-28-2007 Source: vintageinstruments.com Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: URL::http://www.vintageinstruments.com/museum/martin118psfulpage.html 5 string guitar. "The only example ever made" One of only two 5 strings ever made by Martin according to the author of the URL. The other being 72512 ============================== Serial #39081 ============================ Model: 000-28 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 06-04-2007 Source: perrybechtel.com Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: URL::http://perrybechtel.com/pages/Timeline.html The prototype OM-28 built for Perry Bechtel Image::http://perrybechtel.com/media/img/0c7bc1f6/Martin-shop-order-picture.html Image above is of shop order. No picture of the guitar exists. It may have been destroyed in a 1936 fire ============================== Serial #39265 ============================ Model: 00-40H Built: 1929 Entry Date: 07-01-2008 Source: Email Contributor: Chris(Methropro on UMGF) Comments: Reserve not met, converted, replacement belly bridge w/ slanted saddle, 3 top cracks, original finish (over sprayed), cracked bridge, engraved fleur-de-lis tuners, bar frets, 7/1/08 Ebay ($9,100) ============================== Serial #39266 ============================ Model: 00-40H Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #39267 ============================ Model: 00-40H Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #39268 ============================ Model: 00-40H Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #39269 ============================ Model: 00-40H Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #39270 ============================ Model: 00-40H Built: 1929 Entry Date: 04-09-2007 Source: Mugwumps Contributor: Dennis (OMpicker on UMGF) Comments: Converted to spanish style ============================== Serial #39332 ============================ Model: 00-40H Built: 1929 Entry Date: 04-09-2007 Source: UMGF Contributor: Dennis (OMpicker on UMGF) ============================== Serial #39346 ============================ Model: 0-42 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 08-21-2007 Source: UMGF Contributor: Spook69 Comments: Joan Baez's guitar ============================== Serial #39352 ============================ Model: 000-28 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 02-03-2008 Source: UMGF Contributor: OMpicker Comments: Pyramid Bridge ============================== Serial #39414 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 02-22-2008 Source: UMGF Contributor: wiedler(UMGF) Comments: Period soft shell case Rosewood binding Looks to be in great condition ============================== Serial #39415 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #39416 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #39417 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #39418 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #39419 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #39420 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #39421 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #39422 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #39423 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #39424 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #39425 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #39426 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #39427 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #39428 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #39429 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #39430 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #39431 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 08-25-2008 Source: email Contributor: Bill Allen Comments: "The guitar belonged to my wife's grandfather who lived in New Orleans all his life, I don't know if he was the original owner. It survived Katrina in an attic and was rescued when my in-laws sold the house. It is in bad shape, but I hope to get it restored" Center seam crack on top, some binding seperation and other issues. ============================== Serial #39787 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 04-27-2004 Source: Intermountain Guitar Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: URL::http://web.archive.org/web/20040427220246/http://guitarandbanjo.com/inventory/used-martin.html Asking Price:: $2,950 "Exellent Condition" ============================== Serial #39811 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 08-11-2008 Source: Email Contributor: Chris(Methropro on UMGF) Comments: Light play wear, small top crack, OHSC 8/11/08-1/1/09 Bernunzio $8500 ============================== Serial #39855 ============================ Model: 0-42 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 04-10-2007 Source: UMGF Contributor: Jan (boomklever on UMGF) Comments: Owned by Stephen Stills ============================== Serial #39904 ============================ Model: 000-28 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 05-19-2007 Source: Marshal Contributor: Comments: Second prototype of the OM-28 Slotted headstock Pyramid bridge Current location unknown Has John Deichman's initials on the underside of the top URL::http://perrybechtel.com/pages/Article.html ============================== Serial #39940 ============================ Model: 00-28 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 1978 Source: Mandolin Brothers Contributor: anonymous(email) Model: 00-28 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 1978 Source: Mand. Bros. Contributor: Anonymous(email) ============================== Serial #39958 ============================ Model: 000-28 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 01-07-2007 Source: UMGF Contributor: honolubaby Comments: Original Belly bridge, "I posted this in the correct "Lost" forum, but wanted to alert all to this magificent guitars' sad tale- Originally discovered in a dumpster last year near Boston, this gem may have found it's way back there." "This guitar disappeared from the UPS system Nov 15, 2007 in Connecticut en route to Lark Street Music from Chelmsford, Mass. Serial #39958." "Beautiful condition, 12 fret 000-28 with an orig. belly bridge." "Call 201-287-1959, Larkstreet Music with info- Buddy DaVonne" ============================== Serial #39959 ============================ Model: 000-28 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #39960 ============================ Model: 000-28 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #39961 ============================ Model: 000-28 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #39962 ============================ Model: 000-28 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #39963 ============================ Model: 000-28 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #39964 ============================ Model: 000-28 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #39965 ============================ Model: 000-28 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 06-11-2007 Source: www.don-mclean.com Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: URL::http://web.archive.org/web/20060128233606/http://www.don-mclean.com/guitars/interview.asp Owned by Don McLean ============================== Serial #40023 ============================ Model: 0-28 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 02-02-2008 Source: UMGF Contributor: photorc Comments: Bad replacement bridge Origianl bridge was very early belly style ============================== Serial #40040 ============================ Model: 00-42 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 08-31-2007 Source: EBay Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Item #200147949721 "Vintage 1929 martin 00-42 restored about 10 years ago by master luthier Chris Berkov, Chris did a total refinish, neck set, new bridge, repaired 2 small holes in top where someone drilled through top by routing and splicing a 1 1/4" by 7" piece of spruce, hard to see nice job, also a hole in lower bout was repaired with brazilian rosewood patch, 2 small drill holes filled on each side of sound hole. There was a very small crack repair under b string, small crack on fretboard binding was repaired, no other cracks or breaks on guitar, tuners are a little older than what would have came on guitar but seem to hold tune fine. Guitar case is period but not sure if it is original to guitar. Chris did say guitar has original frets and may need fret job soon. Guitar sounds and plays wonderful. Neck angle is great and has high saddle. ThERE IS AN APPRAISAL FROM GEORGE GRUHN THAT IS INCLUDED THAT ESTIMATES GUITAR AT $12,500, My reserve is considerably lower than estimate" ============================== Serial #40103 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 04-10-2007 Source: Intermountain Guitar & Banjo Contributor: Comments: Asking Price::$1,900 ============================== Serial #40104 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 1993 Source: Mand. Bros. Contributor: Anonymous(email) ============================== Serial #40124 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 10-10-2008 Source: Email Contributor: Chris(Methropro on UMGF) Comments: Repaired heel crack not well done, French polish did nothing for it, repro belly bridge, no cracks otherwise, neck reset, Greven says the sound is HUGE, Phil Kane, "Buy & Sell" 10/10/08 $6,000 ============================== Serial #40125 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 02-14-2009 Source: email Contributor: Kairos ============================== Serial #40173 ============================ Model: 2-18T Built: 1929 Entry Date: 05-09-2007 Source: www.themusicemporium.com Contributor: elepahantfan85 Comments: All original condition Pick wear on top Original chipboard case Asking Price::$1,600 ============================== Serial #40227 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 04-01-2007 Source: eBay Contributor: Uke Richard Comments: Asking Price::$1,359 ============================== Serial #40300 ============================ Model: 5-17T Built: 1929 Entry Date: 10-15-2007 Source: UMGF Contributor: Spook69 Comments: Tenor guitar with original hardshell case ============================== Serial #40444 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 1984 Source: Mand. Bros. Contributor: Anonymous(email) ============================== Serial #40454 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 02-01-2008 Source: Email Contributor: Chris(Methropro on UMGF) Comments: No cracks, all original, reset and bridge reglued, 2/1/08 sold & returned 6/2/08-9/4/08 SOLD Mandolin World HQ $2650 ============================== Serial #40478 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 07-19-2007 Source: email Contributor: anonymous ============================== Serial #40536 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 10-05-2007 Source: eBay Contributor: UkeRichard(email) Comments: Sold For:: $1,210 ============================== Serial #40571 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1929 Entry Date: 2007 Source: Elderly Instruments Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #40636 ============================ Model: 000-18 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 03-01-1998 Source: Mandolin Bros. Catalog 3/98 Contributor: Marshall Comments: Asking Price::$2,995 ============================== Serial #40637 ============================ Model: 000-18 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 03-01-2001 Source: Mandolin Bros. Catalog 3/01 Contributor: Marshall Comments: Asking Price::$3,250 Model: 000-18 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 06-04-2001 Source: Mandolin Bros Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: URL::http://web.archive.org/web/20010604044756/www.mandoweb.com/1_Acoustic.htm 1 & 13/16ths at nut,Which means the neck has been trimmed Overspray on whole guitar Replacement bridge Replacement saddle Bad replacement tuners Two non original bridge plates Top is bulbous behind bridge Dings and scratches Repaired side crack on treble side Repaired center top crack Buckle wear Pick wear Capo marks on neck Asking Price::$3,350 Cash Asking Price $3250 ============================== Serial #40741 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 06-29-2009 Source: ebay Contributor: Marshall Newman(email) Comments: Oversize replacement bridge Price: $6,200 Buy It Now ============================== Serial #40789 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 04-24-2009 Source: email Contributor: Jim MacLeod Comments: "Inherited from my great uncle about 1980. It's likely he purchased it new." "Anecdote: My parents owned it for several years without knowing its value, until we took it in to buy a new case while buying a dulcimer from Homer Ledford. When Homer informed us of the age and quality of the instrument, we ended buying a much better case than we'd intended." ============================== Serial #40812 ============================ Model: 000-18 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 04-29-2007 Source: EBay Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: One of only two made with Mahogany tops The other was 40813 ============================== Serial #40813 ============================ Model: 000-18 Built: 1929 Entry Date: 04-29-2007 Source: EBay Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: One of only two made with Mahogany tops The other was 40812 Item #150117181942 Item description says Martin records indicate instrument was shipped on 12/23/1929 ============================== Serial #40846 ============================ Model: 00-40K Built: 1930 Entry Date: 12-02-1998 Source: Elderly Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: "Exc" condition Highly flamed Koa wood top, back & sides Replacent pyramid bridge Recent neck reset Some overspray on top and around heel On consignment Asking Price::$20,000 Model: 00-40K Built: 1930 Entry Date: 12-01-2002 Source: Elderly Contributor: Anonymous(email) Comments: 000 Price: 17 Model: 00-40K Built: 1930 Entry Date: 06-09-2004 Source: Elderly Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: URL::http://web.archive.org/web/20040609171634/www.elderly.com/vintage/items/10U-2936.htm Image::http://web.archive.org/web/20040405044956/http://elderly.com/images/vintage/10U/10U-2936_front.jpg Image::http://web.archive.org/web/20040405044956/http://elderly.com/images/vintage/10U/10U-2936_back.jpg "Excellent-" condition One of six total made, five in this year (1930) Replacement pyramid bridge Recent neck reset Recent bar refret Overspray on top and around heel Asking Price::$18,750 ============================== Serial #40866 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 03-23-2007 Source: eBay Contributor: UkeRichard(email) Comments: Sold For:: $865 ============================== Serial #40879 ============================ Model: 5-17T Built: 1930 Entry Date: 01-01-2000 Source: Bernunzio Contributor: Anonymous(email) ============================== Serial #40932 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 07-13-2007 Source: email Contributor: anonymous Comments: Bought Mar 28 1977 ============================== Serial #40978 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 08-24-2007 Source: ebay Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Item #270158607212 "I bought this at a pre-estate sale where I was invited to look at the books, and saw it sitting lonely in the corner. I combed the house for the case..but no luck. So it does not have an original case. I will send it in one, but by no means is it the original" "Only big flaw is that it is missing a tuning machine head (the turner) for the D string. You can still turn it, it is just missing the "cap" piece. There are a few small dings which photos will show. No cracks or repairs. A little worn to wood near sound hole (see photo), and light scratches and such. I do not know if all parts are original, seems like they would be, but am no expert" ============================== Serial #40979 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #40980 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #40981 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #40982 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #40983 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #40984 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #40985 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 1997 Source: Bernunzio Contributor: Anonymous(email) ============================== Serial #41027 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 06-12-2007 Source: email Contributor: John Arnold Comments: From Martin's records ============================== Serial #41127 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 06-12-2007 Source: email Contributor: John Arnold Comments: From Martin's records. ============================== Serial #41128 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #41129 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #41130 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #41131 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 07-19-2007 Source: UMGF Contributor: Willi Comments: "refinished, in workshop" ============================== Serial #41193 ============================ Model: 5-17T Built: 1930 Entry Date: 09-26-2007 Source: eBay Contributor: UkeRichard(email) Comments: Sold For:: $850 ============================== Serial #41327 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 06-12-2007 Source: email Contributor: John Arnold Comments: From Martin's records ============================== Serial #41328 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #41329 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #41330 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 06-05-2004 Source: Bernuzio Vintage Instruments Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: URL::http://web.archive.org/web/20040605145001/bernunzio.com/cgi-bin/bernunzio/f2k.pl?Class=Guitar "Some expert restoration currently underway" Large pickguard Banjo tuners ============================== Serial #41463 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 04-23-2007 Source: email Contributor: anonymous Comments: Pyramid Bridge ============================== Serial #41480 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 10-17-2004 Source: Skinners Auction House Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Sale 2253 Lot 23 Pickwear near bridge on treble side No pyramid straight bridge Estimate: $700 - $900 Sold For::$1057.50 ============================== Serial #41527 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 06-06-2007 Source: email Contributor: anonymous Comments: Restored in 1995 Back, sides and neck refinished in 1995; top refin/overfinish is much older Replica pyramid bridge installed Banjo tuners ============================== Serial #41528 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #41529 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #41530 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #41531 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #41532 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #41533 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #41534 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #41535 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #41536 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 05-08-2005 Source: Skinners Auction House Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Belly Bridge Non original pickguard? Not tear drop shaped Sale 2274 Lot 14 Estimate Price: $3,800 - $4,200 Sold For::$4,406.25 ============================== Serial #41568 ============================ Model: 0-42 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 1999 Source: Mand. Bros. Contributor: Anonymous(email) Model: 0-42 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 09-01-1999 Source: Mandolin Bros. Catalog 9/99 Contributor: Marshall Comments: Asking Price::$15,995 ============================== Serial #41706 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 06-19-2001 Source: Bernuzio Vintage Instruments Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: URL::http://web.archive.org/web/20010719064816/www.bernunzio.com/cgi-bin/bernunzio/showimg?img=016104 "Although it shows only the slightest use, it has a minor repaired back crack. Currently getting neck reset" Asking Price::$1,500 ============================== Serial #41848 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-28-2008 Source: Email Contributor: Chris(Methropro on UMGF) Comments: EXC, crack free 11/28/08-12/12/08 Intermountain $2700 ============================== Serial #41866 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 03-23-2007 Source: eBay Contributor: Uke Richard Comments: Asking Price::$865 ============================== Serial #41919 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 04-23-2007 Source: email Contributor: anonymous Comments: Pyramid Bridge ============================== Serial #41920 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #41921 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 06-01-2008 Source: Elderly Contributor: Marshall Newman Comments: Pyramid bridge, banjo tuners, minor cracks, finish wear Asing Price:: $40,000 ============================== Serial #41922 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #41923 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #41924 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #41925 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #41926 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #41927 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 04-23-2007 Source: email Contributor: anonymous Comments: Pyramid Bridge ============================== Serial #41928 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #41929 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #41930 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 01-19-2007 Source: UMGF Contributor: Fingerstyle2 Comments: Pyramid bridge ============================== Serial #41972 ============================ Model: 5-17T Built: 1930 Entry Date: 03-15-2008 Source: EBay Contributor: Spook69(UMGF) Comments: Item #150225606954 "Appears to be original finsh and original tuning machines." "Checked finish, small cracks in back (as seen in photos), chip in top corner (also shows in photos)" "Neck appears straight and instrument plays well" "Nice shape concidering instruments age. From estate" ============================== Serial #42000 ============================ Model: 000-18P Built: 1930 Entry Date: 06-06-2007 Source: email Contributor: anonymous Comments: OM body Converted to a 6-string Older refinish. ============================== Serial #42016 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 02-09-2008 Source: Ebay Contributor: Chris Bennet Comments: Sold For:: $937 Bad refinish all over, 50's tuners, unrepaired 3" top crack, 5" back crack, one back brace has crcked and fallen out (has the piece), bidge is off with screw holes, holes in top too, needs nut and neck set 2/9/08 ============================== Serial #42017 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #42018 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #42019 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #42020 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #42021 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #42022 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #42023 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #42024 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #42025 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 01-01-1999 Source: email Contributor: Marshall Newman Comments: (or possibly model 25 . see Longworth) Neck reset, small upper bout side crack repair, otherwise original purchased 1996 @$600, sold 1999 @$950 ============================== Serial #42122 ============================ Model: OM-18 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 1981 Source: Mand. Bros. Contributor: Anonymous(email) ============================== Serial #42125 ============================ Model: OM-45Deluxe Built: 1930 Entry Date: 04-01-2009 Source: Christies Contributor: Marshall Newman(email) Comments: Roy Roger.s guitar, first OM-45 deluxe, unique inlaid pickguard, originally sold at Sherman-Clay, SF. Bought by RR at pawnshop 1933 for $35 Price: $554,500 ============================== Serial #42260 ============================ Model: 0-28K Built: 1930 Entry Date: 04-01-2007 Source: Folkway Music Contributor: Comments: Neck Set(Folkway) Patched Bridgeplate(Folkway) Non original but period correct bridge with compensated saddle (Folkway) Mild scratching on back (Folkway) Mild finish deterioration on back of headstock (Folkway) ============================== Serial #42281 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 04-15-2007 Source: Email Contributor: Pat McDonald Comments: Belly bridge No pickguard Minor top wear 3" repaired treble side crack, upper bout ============================== Serial #42282 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #42283 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #42284 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #42285 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #42286 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #42287 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #42288 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #42289 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #42290 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #42291 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #42292 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #42293 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #42294 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 12-12-2008 Source: Email Contributor: Chris(Methropro on UMGF) Comments: 12 fret, repro bridge. neck reset, 12/12/08 Intermountain $7200 ============================== Serial #42349 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 05-02-2007 Source: UMGF Contributor: fichtmueller(UMGF) Comments: Bought on EBay in 2007 Model: 2-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-22-2007 Source: email Contributor: Frank Fichtmueller, Kehl GER Comments: replacement bridge by Rudie Blazer (partner of BHguitars at UMGF) from Antique Acoustics (www.antique-acoustics.de ============================== Serial #42423 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 06-06-2007 Source: email Contributor: anonymous Comments: Repaired top damage in the bridge area. Overspray/touchup in that area only ============================== Serial #42514 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 09-10-2007 Source: Mandolin World Heaquarters Contributor: UkeRichard(email) Comments: Sold For:: $2,500 ============================== Serial #42649 ============================ Model: 000-18 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 06-30-2007 Source: email Contributor: anonymous ============================== Serial #42679 ============================ Model: 00-40 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 05-04-2008 Source: Email Contributor: Chris(Methropro on UMGF) Comments: Being converted, restored. 5/4/08-1/1/09 Bernunzio $15,000 ============================== Serial #42684 ============================ Model: 0-18T Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-25-2004 Source: Intermountain Guitar Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: URL::http://web.archive.org/web/20041125040508/http://www.guitarandbanjo.com/inventory/used-martin.html Asking Price:: $2,000 "Exc w/ Playing Wear" "Small pickguard" ============================== Serial #42746 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 10-26-2007 Source: Willi(BHGuitars on UMGF) Contributor: Comments: replaced bridge ============================== Serial #42747 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #42748 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #42749 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #42750 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #42751 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #42752 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #42753 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #42754 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #42755 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #42756 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #42757 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 06-27-2008 Source: Email Contributor: Chris(Methropro on UMGF) Comments: Center seam crack, initials carved in lower left top, no pickguard, orig case & tuners 6/27/08 Ebay $6,269 ============================== Serial #42797 ============================ Model: 000-28OC Built: 1930 Entry Date: 08-06-2007 Source: Martin Museum Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: On Display at Martin Museum August 2007 Octa Chorda, made at the request of Harry Hunt of the Ditson company. Hunt had made the request for this strange eight stringed instrument in 1925 but Martin was far too busy making Ukulele's. They finally completed this prototype in 1930 but by that time the Ditson company was about to be liquidated ============================== Serial #42884 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 04-01-2007 Source: Folkway Music Contributor: Uke Richard ============================== Serial #42907 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 08-28-2007 Source: ebay Contributor: Stanley(email) Model: 2-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 08-29-2007 Source: ebay Contributor: Roger Kern Comments: Item #170143056847 "There are some scuffs and scatches around the guitar. there has also been a proffesional repair on the bottom side of the guitar. Also there is a slight bend in one of the tuners. I really didn't want to straighten it for fear that it might snap. These are the original tuners and they work well" "This guitar also comes with a custom made wooden coffin case. (not original)" Model: 2-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 08-31-2007 Source: eBay Contributor: UkeRichard(email) Comments: Sold For:: $1,580 ============================== Serial #42908 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #42909 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #42910 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #42911 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #42912 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #42913 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #42914 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #42915 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #42916 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #42917 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #42918 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #42919 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #42920 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #42921 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #42922 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #42923 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #42924 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #42925 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #42926 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #42927 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #42928 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #42929 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #42930 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #42931 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #42932 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #42933 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #42934 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #42935 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #42936 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #42937 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #42938 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #42939 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #42940 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #42941 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #42942 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #42943 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #42944 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #42945 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #42946 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #42947 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 07-01-2009 Source: craigslist SF Contributor: Marshall Newman(email) Comments: Lifting bridge, side patch, center seam sep., needs frets Price: $995 ============================== Serial #42948 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #42949 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #42950 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #42951 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #42952 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #42953 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #42954 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #42955 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #42956 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #42957 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #42958 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 07-13-2007 Source: email Contributor: anonymous Comments: Bought Jun 04 2007 ============================== Serial #43156 ============================ Model: 00-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 01-05-2008 Source: ebay Contributor: Marshall Comments: Broken Bridge ============================== Serial #43208 ============================ Model: 00-40H Built: 1930 Entry Date: 09-30-2008 Source: Email Contributor: Chris(Methropro on UMGF) Comments: Complete overspray. Two extra popsicle braces under the top by ickguard & behind bridge, several repairs, oversized bridge, new bridgeplate. formerly Brian Echenberg's. Bracing problem, added popsicle brace. Lots of pickwear, marks from large pickguard, bought by pickerdd and returned 9/30/08-11/29/08 Lark Street $10,500 ============================== Serial #43309 ============================ Model: 0-18T Built: 1930 Entry Date: 09-12-2008 Source: ebay Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: "This is a superb 1930 guitar from the fine American maker C. F. Martin & Co. A fantastic musical instrument, this guitar appears to be all mahogany with a spruce top. Retains the original Grover tuners and the original hard shell case. This guitar comes with a very nice assortment of old picks. Numbered 43309. In excellent condition, sounds beautiful. Total length of 35 1/2". Body length 17 1/4". Neck length 21 3/8". Free shipping in continental US" ============================== Serial #43430 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 12-04-2000 Source: www.12fret.com Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Image::http://web.archive.org/web/20010607201121/www.12fret.com/used/martinO-21.jpg Complete refinish (Pro quality) Top cracks Back possibly removed in the past Asking Price::$1,850 Canadian Asking Price $2,750 ============================== Serial #43488 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 01-01-2008 Source: Musurgia archive Contributor: Chris Bennet Comments: Original bridge but cut down some, four cleats on the back which seem to be reinforcing areas where the rosewood has puckered upward slightly but never cracked.. Probably added as a preventive measure. ============================== Serial #43653 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 05-23-2001 Source: Elderly Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: URL::http://web.archive.org/web/20020526214246/www.elderly.com/vintage/items/10U-2961.htm Image::http://web.archive.org/web/20020526214246/http://www.elderly.com/vintage/items/images/10U/10U-2961_front.jpg "Exc" condition Newer bar frets Bridgeplate patch Light overspray and touchup of top by T.J. Thompson On consignment Asking Price::$27,500 ============================== Serial #43654 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #43655 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #43656 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #43657 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #43658 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #43659 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #43660 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 09-29-2007 Source: ebay Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Item #190157382960 Buy it Now Price: $30,000 "Okay, I suppose an OM-28 from 1929 would be even better, but I think they only made 6 of them that first year. 1930 was the second year of production for this, the first 14 fret Martin model and arguably the first modern guitar. This guitar is in perfect playing condition, but not totally original. It has either been overshot or re-lacquered and has some top and back repairs. There's an area on the treble side of the top above the pickguard where there is a slight depression caused by pick wear; this has clearly been refinished. There's also an area on the bass side of the top above the soundhole where I would say there has been a new piece of spruce patched in...it's a beautiful job. It retains its original small maple bridge plate. There are three repaired top cracks that I can see, one short one at the bottom of the center seam, one about 2.5 inches long from the lower edge, treble side and one about the same length at the waist, treble side. There are cleats visible through the soundhole on two back cracks, neither of which is visible from the outside. The original bar frets remain, and play great. The bridge may well be a repro, but it's a perfect one. There are modern Waverly tuners in place of the original banjo tuners (which never work to begin with...they only have a 4/1 ratio). The pickguard is also a modern replacement, and is the size Martin would have used on OMs from mid 1931 on, rather than the smaller 1930 style. Over the last 33 years, I've owned about 10 of these guitars. I always sold off the previous one when I found one that sounded better. This is the one I ended up with....I'm sure I'll never buy another, as they've gotten too pricey for me. In any case, this one sounds as good as the best I ever had. It comes in the modern very high class case shown in the pictures; this has actual fabric on the outside, by the way, rather than the usual plasticized whatever. The action is medium low, with room to lower or raise it at the bridge. I will offe Bridge is repro ============================== Serial #43661 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #43662 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #43663 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #43664 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #43665 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #43666 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 05-05-2002 Source: Skinners Auction House Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Sale 2139 Lot 47 Tear drop shaped pickguard Original hard shell case Estimate $10,000 - $12,000 Sold For::$15,275 ============================== Serial #43708 ============================ Model: OM-42 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 10-26-2007 Source: email Contributor: Anonymous Comments: One of two made, both in 1930; this is the only one in original condition Nickel banjo tuners (not gold as incorrectly described in Walter Carter's book) Plain headstock (Carter incorrectly said it had a torch inlay) Belly bridge Small pickguard Standard Style 42 appointments on top and fingerboard ============================== Serial #43712 ============================ Model: 000-18P Built: 1930 Entry Date: 10-01-2009 Source: ebay Contributor: Marshall Newman(email) Comments: Plectrum converted to 6-string, lots of finish wear ============================== Serial #43719 ============================ Model: 2-44Olcott-Bickford Artist Built: 1930 Entry Date: 01-01-2001 Source: The History of the American Guitar by Tony Bacon UK edition Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: ISBN 1-871547-67-9 Small picture of front of guitar on Page 44 Ebony bridge Paddlehead Banjo tuners? One of four made Personal guitar of Vahdah Olcott-Bickford ============================== Serial #43977 ============================ Model: OM-18 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 01-01-1930 Source: Martin Contributor: Metropro(UMGF) Comments: Not a confirmed sighting of this instrument. Placeholder to assure proper interpolation ============================== Serial #43978 ============================ Model: OM-18 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 04-22-2007 Source: EMail Contributor: anonymous ============================== Serial #43979 ============================ Model: OM-18 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #43980 ============================ Model: OM-18 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #43981 ============================ Model: OM-18 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #43982 ============================ Model: OM-18 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #43983 ============================ Model: OM-18 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #43984 ============================ Model: OM-18 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #43985 ============================ Model: OM-18 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 09-13-1930 Source: Martin Contributor: Metropro(UMGF) Model: OM-18 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 08-01-2008 Source: Private Owner Contributor: Metropro(UMGF) Comments: Original finish, banjo tuners, original bar frets, nut, bridge and saddle. Neck reset. Small tear drop pick guard. Some pick wear around the sound hole, but otherwise very clean. Bridge pins and end pin are Willi replicas. There are four top cracks all expertly repaired. One small gouge on the bass side. The guitar was built on Sept. 13, 1930 and was one of a batch of ten made. Only 89 were made that year ============================== Serial #43986 ============================ Model: OM-18 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 01-01-1930 Source: Martin Contributor: Metropro(UMGF) Comments: Not a confirmed sighting of this instrument. Placeholder to assure proper interpolation ============================== Serial #44046 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 05-01-2001 Source: Mandolin Bros. Catalog 5/01 Contributor: Marshall Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 06-12-2007 Source: email Contributor: John Arnold Comments: Original finish Bridge replaced with belly type. ============================== Serial #44047 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44048 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44049 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44050 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44051 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44052 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44053 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44054 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44055 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44056 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 10-21-2001 Source: Mandolin Bros Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: URL::http://web.archive.org/web/20011021104107/www.mandoweb.com/1_Acoustic.htm "The finish on this example is original and yet almost every bit of said finish is uniformly and cleanly worn from the neck with a bit of dark staining in the mahogany from the 1st to 3rd fret on the treble side." Replacement Belly bridge "Our professional repair shop has performed a much-needed neck reset. The three-on-a-side replaced tuners will be, themselves, replaced with banjo style tuners appropriate to this model and year. The guitar is accompanied by a framed photograph, taken in 1946, of its last owner, Les Monroe in his 30s, dressed in the Tom Joad style, surrounded by his wife, Yvonne who is playing a washtub with wooden sticks, and his brother, Tom, in sunglasses, behind him, and Tom's Wife Jean, positioned in front of a white shingled building. If you look carefully you will see, in this photo, a fiddle headstock and a finger or two peeking over the left edge from under the frame. The photo clearly shows this OM-28 herringbone when it had banjo tuners." "This guitar came to us from Les. daughter who provides an accompanying note that reads: This guitar was one of three purchased from the Martin Guitar factory for use in live performances on Canadian radio stations. Some 10 years later my father, who was an avid and enthusiastic guitar playing teenager, purchased it at a pawn shop in Montreal. As money was tight in those days he had to return it regularly in order to make ends meet but as soon as he was able he would buy it back. The guitar was his treasure, and he always reminded us of its worth. My dad, a natural comedian loved by all, sang and played that guitar for friends and family." ============================== Serial #44070 ============================ Model: OM-45Deluxe Built: 1930 Entry Date: 12-07-2000 Source: Elderly Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: "Exc" condition URL::http://web.archive.org/web/20010124082200/www.elderly.com/vintage/items/10U-2868.htm Two small repaired top cracks (Nearly invisible) Refininhed New Waverly tuners Included letter from Martin verifying that it is an orignal OM-45 Deluxe On consignment Image::http://web.archive.org/web/20010124082200/http://www.elderly.com/vintage/items/images/10U/10U-2868_body-front.jpg Image::http://web.archive.org/web/20010124082200/http://www.elderly.com/vintage/items/images/10U/10U-2868_front-detail-2.jpg Image::http://web.archive.org/web/20010124082200/http://www.elderly.com/vintage/items/images/10U/10U-2868_front-detail-3.jpg Image::http://web.archive.org/web/20010124082200/http://www.elderly.com/vintage/items/images/10U/10U-2868_front-detail.jpg Image::http://web.archive.org/web/20010124082200/http://www.elderly.com/vintage/items/images/10U/10U-2868_front.jpg Image::http://web.archive.org/web/20010124082200/http://www.elderly.com/vintage/items/images/10U/10U-2868_back.jpg Image::http://web.archive.org/web/20010124082200/http://www.elderly.com/vintage/items/images/10U/10U-2868_body-back.jpg Image::http://web.archive.org/web/20010124082200/http://www.elderly.com/vintage/items/images/10U/10U-2868_bridge.jpg Image::http://web.archive.org/web/20010124082200/http://www.elderly.com/vintage/items/images/10U/10U-2868_endpin-area.jpg Image::http://web.archive.org/web/20010124082200/http://www.elderly.com/vintage/items/images/10U/10U-2868_headstock-back.jpg Image::http://web.archive.org/web/20010124082200/http://www.elderly.com/vintage/items/images/10U/10U-2868_headstock-front.jpg Image::http://web.archive.org/web/20010124082200/http://www.elderly.com/vintage/items/images/10U/10U-2868_headstock-side.jpg Image::http://web.archive.org/web/20010124082200/http://www.elderly.com/vintage/items/images/10U/10U-2868_heel.jpg Image::http://web.archive.org/web/20010124082200/http://www.elderly.com/vintage/items/images/10U/10U-2868_inlays-2.jpg Image::http://web.archive.org/web/20010124082200/http://www.elderly.com/vintage/items/images/10U/10U-2868_inlays-3.jpg Image::http://web.archive.org/web/20010124082200/http://www.elderly.com/vintage/items/images/10U/10U-2868_inlays-4.jpg Image::http://web.archive.org/web/20010124082200/http://www.elderly.com/vintage/items/images/10U/10U-2868_inlays.jpg Image::http://web.archive.org/web/20010124082200/http://www.elderly.com/vintage/items/images/10U/10U-2868_pickguard.jpg Image::http://web.archive.org/web/20010124082200/http://www.elderly.com/vintage/items/images/10U/10U-2868_side-detail-2.jpg Image::http://web.archive.org/web/20010124082200/http://www.elderly.com/vintage/items/images/10U/10U-2868_side-detail.jpg Image::http://web.archive.org/web/20010124082200/http://www.elderly.com/vintage/items/images/10U/10U-2868_soundhole.jpg Asking Price::$85,000 ============================== Serial #44079 ============================ Model: 0-18T Built: 1930 Entry Date: 09-02-1999 Source: Bernuzio Vintage Instruments Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: URL::http://web.archive.org/web/19990902060429/www.nywebworks.com/cgi-bin/bernunzio/finder.pl?Class=Guitar Belly Bridge Small pickguard Refretted "played, but not abused" Asking Price::$1,600 ============================== Serial #44086 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 10-29-2008 Source: email Contributor: anonymous Comments: "Lark Street Music Teaneck NJ, May 2008" "Nearly perfect, all original, a few scratches. Purchased for $3200" ============================== Serial #44140 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-04-2001 Source: Skinners Auction House Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Sale 2112 Lot 25 Estimate $6,000 - $10,000 Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 09-18-2002 Source: Bernuzio Vintage Instruments Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: URL::http://web.archive.org/web/20020626110102/www.bernunzio.com/cgi-bin/bernunzio/showimg2000?img=026779 "This instrument has the belly bridge and large pickguard. the neck has been fitted with a metal T bar. This guitar has four repaired top cracks and the neck has recently been reset. Because of a few questionable features, it is being priced far below market value. It is a wonderful playing guitar with superb tone and balance." Asking Price::$13,500 ============================== Serial #44274 ============================ Model: OM-18 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 08-15-2007 Source: email Contributor: anonymous Comments: Has style stamp ============================== Serial #44275 ============================ Model: OM-18 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44276 ============================ Model: OM-18 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44277 ============================ Model: OM-18 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44278 ============================ Model: OM-18 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44279 ============================ Model: OM-18 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44280 ============================ Model: OM-18 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44281 ============================ Model: OM-18 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44282 ============================ Model: OM-18 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 2007 Source: Elderly Instruments Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44283 ============================ Model: OM-18 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44284 ============================ Model: OM-18 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44285 ============================ Model: OM-18 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44286 ============================ Model: OM-18 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44287 ============================ Model: OM-18 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44288 ============================ Model: OM-18 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44289 ============================ Model: OM-18 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44290 ============================ Model: OM-18 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44291 ============================ Model: OM-18 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44292 ============================ Model: OM-18 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 12-20-2008 Source: Email Contributor: Chris(Methropro on UMGF) Comments: Refinished, replacement bridge, small pickguard, orig banjo tuners, no cracks Miki Gakki Custom Guitars, 12/20/08- $18,000 ============================== Serial #44293 ============================ Model: OM-18 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44294 ============================ Model: OM-18 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44295 ============================ Model: OM-18 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44296 ============================ Model: OM-18 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44297 ============================ Model: OM-18 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44298 ============================ Model: OM-18 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 08-08-2007 Source: UMGF Contributor: Chris Newman Comments: I bought it in the UK in September 1984 and still have it. ============================== Serial #44299 ============================ Model: 5-17T Built: 1930 Entry Date: 08-13-2007 Source: email Contributor: anonymous Comments: Has style stamp ============================== Serial #44300 ============================ Model: 5-17T Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44301 ============================ Model: 5-17T Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44302 ============================ Model: 5-17T Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44303 ============================ Model: 5-17T Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44304 ============================ Model: 5-17T Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44305 ============================ Model: 5-17T Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44306 ============================ Model: 5-17T Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44307 ============================ Model: 5-17T Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44308 ============================ Model: 5-17T Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44309 ============================ Model: 5-17T Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44310 ============================ Model: 5-17T Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44311 ============================ Model: 5-17T Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44312 ============================ Model: 5-17T Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44313 ============================ Model: 5-17T Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44314 ============================ Model: 5-17T Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44315 ============================ Model: 5-17T Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44316 ============================ Model: 5-17T Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44317 ============================ Model: 5-17T Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44318 ============================ Model: 5-17T Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44319 ============================ Model: 5-17T Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44320 ============================ Model: 5-17T Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44321 ============================ Model: 5-17T Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44322 ============================ Model: 5-17T Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44323 ============================ Model: 5-17T Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44324 ============================ Model: 5-17T Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44325 ============================ Model: 5-17T Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44326 ============================ Model: 5-17T Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44327 ============================ Model: 5-17T Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44328 ============================ Model: 5-17T Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44329 ============================ Model: 5-17T Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44330 ============================ Model: 5-17T Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44331 ============================ Model: 5-17T Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44332 ============================ Model: 5-17T Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44333 ============================ Model: 5-17T Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44334 ============================ Model: 5-17T Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44335 ============================ Model: 5-17T Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44336 ============================ Model: 5-17T Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44337 ============================ Model: 5-17T Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44338 ============================ Model: 5-17T Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44339 ============================ Model: 5-17T Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44340 ============================ Model: 5-17T Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44341 ============================ Model: 5-17T Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44342 ============================ Model: 5-17T Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44343 ============================ Model: 5-17T Built: 1930 Entry Date: 08-15-2007 Source: email Contributor: anonymous ============================== Serial #44362 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2003 Source: Collection Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Has model stamped on neck blcok Bought by elephantfan85 (Mike Miller) around 12/2003 ============================== Serial #44363 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44364 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44365 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44366 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44367 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44368 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44369 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44370 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44371 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44372 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44373 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44374 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44375 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44376 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44377 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44378 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44379 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44380 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44381 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44382 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44383 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44384 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44385 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44386 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44387 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44388 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44389 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44390 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44391 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44392 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44393 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44394 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44395 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44396 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44397 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44398 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44399 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44400 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44401 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44402 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44403 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44404 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44405 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44406 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44407 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44408 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44409 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44410 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44411 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44412 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44413 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44414 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44415 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44416 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44417 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 1978 Source: Mandolin Brothers Contributor: anonymous(email) Model: 0-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 1978 Source: Mand. Bros. Contributor: Anonymous(email) ============================== Serial #44458 ============================ Model: 0-18T Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-25-2004 Source: Intermountain Guitar Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: URL::http://web.archive.org/web/20041125040508/http://www.guitarandbanjo.com/inventory/used-martin.html Asking Price:: $9,00 "Neck has been noticeably slimmed" ============================== Serial #44553 ============================ Model: OM-45 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 01-01-2001 Source: The History of the American Guitar by Tony Bacon UK edition Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: ISBN 1-871547-67-9 Large picture of front of guitar is pictured on Pages 44 & 45 ============================== Serial #44592 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 12-22-1997 Source: Elderly Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: "G-VG+" condition no pickgaurd Repro belly bridge Neck set at Elderly Refret at Elderly Asking Price::$3,500 ============================== Serial #44616 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 08-06-2007 Source: email Contributor: anonymous ============================== Serial #44645 ============================ Model: OM-28P Built: 1930 Entry Date: 2007 Source: Elderly Instruments Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44649 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 04-01-2007 Source: Gryphon Contributor: Uke Richard ============================== Serial #44650 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44651 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44652 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44653 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44654 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44655 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44656 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 10-06-2006 Source: Skinners Auction House Contributor: Metropro(UMGF) Comments: Original case, photo of guitar with 30.s band, Lot 65 1930 OM-28 est. $24-30,000 No current picture of the instrument which is very odd ============================== Serial #44689 ============================ Model: 5-17T Built: 1930 Entry Date: 04-03-2008 Source: EBay Contributor: Spook69 Comments: "Pickguard: missing, original pickguard was tortoise" ============================== Serial #44750 ============================ Model: OM-18 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 04-25-2007 Source: Email Contributor: anonymous Model: OM-18 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 06-12-2007 Source: email Contributor: John Arnold ============================== Serial #44780 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 10-14-2007 Source: eBay Contributor: UkeRichard(email) Comments: Sold For:: $1,500 ============================== Serial #44807 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 1983 Source: Mand. Bros. Contributor: Anonymous(email) Comments: Sunburst; Stephan Grossman's ============================== Serial #44855 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 06-22-2007 Source: UMGF Contributor: Alex dOelsnits on UMGF Comments: Bought on Ebay for $466 on 6-8-03 $588 spent on repairs resulting in a beautiful instrument. ============================== Serial #44946 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 08-12-2007 Source: email Contributor: anonymous ============================== Serial #44947 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44948 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44949 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44950 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44951 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44952 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44953 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44954 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44955 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44956 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44957 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44958 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44959 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44960 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44961 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44962 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44963 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44964 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44965 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 08-15-2007 Source: email Contributor: anonymous ============================== Serial #44966 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44967 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44968 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44969 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #44970 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 02-06-2008 Source: email Contributor: anonymous ============================== Serial #45036 ============================ Model: OM-18 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 04-01-2007 Source: eBay Contributor: Uke Richard Model: OM-18 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 08-05-2007 Source: EBay Contributor: Spook69(UMGF) Comments: "Original grover banjo tuners/small peghead. Mahogany back, sides, and neck. Adirondack spruce top. Rosewood binding on back, rosewood and layered light/dark/light/dark binding on top. Work done in 1992 by T.J. Thompson: neck reset, refret with bar frets, made new bridge and bridge plate. Two top crack repairs: one along base side of finger extension which continues to just inside most outer sound ring, another hairline repair which goes from bridge to bottom of guitar. Very hard to see and is about two inches long. Looks like dark mechanical pencil writing. 6 or 7 cracks on sides, no patches. Dings and scratches on top and bottom of guitar. No cracks on back. Touch up/french polish area extending out in all directions about two inches from bridge-almost impossible to show in pictures. ALl repairs very stable. I would describe all work as excellent. Extremely light instrument with wonderful sound and plays like a dream. No buzzing and action height on low e is about 3mm, 2mm on high E. Snug fitting new om style case. Beautiful golden aging color. Still has saddle height. Repeat:--bridge, frets, bridge plate and nut not original. frets recently dressed" ============================== Serial #45093 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 05-12-2007 Source: ebay Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Item #270119259195 Refinished Holes in fretboard Holes in bridge Holes in peghead Wear on fretboard Non original bridge ============================== Serial #45243 ============================ Model: 00-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 04-11-2007 Source: UMGF Contributor: Bill (jwb18 on UMGF) Comments: One of 17 with Herringbone trim in 1930 ============================== Serial #45265 ============================ Model: 00-40H Built: 1930 Entry Date: 02-01-2008 Source: Mandolin Bros Contributor: Chris Bennet Comments: Asking Price:: $25,000 Converted, over spray in places all over. 2/1/08 ============================== Serial #45301 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 05-20-1998 Source: Elderly Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: "G-VG" condition Refinished "some repairs and modifications" On consignment Asking Price::$8,500 ============================== Serial #45302 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #45303 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #45304 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #45305 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #45306 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #45307 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #45308 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #45309 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #45310 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 10-11-2002 Source: www.12fret.com Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Image::http://web.archive.org/web/20021011210734/12fret.com/used/MartinOM28ca1930.jpg Image::http://web.archive.org/web/20021011210331/12fret.com/used/MartinOM28nkFr.jpg Image::http://web.archive.org/web/20021011210047/12fret.com/used/MartinOM28nkBk.jpg Refinished Neck reset Replacement bridge Non original pickguard Refret Decal on peghead (Original?) Asking Price: $9,905 Canadian Asking Price: $15,500 Sold ============================== Serial #45311 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #45312 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #45313 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #45314 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #45315 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #45316 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #45317 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1930 Entry Date: 04-23-2007 Source: email Contributor: anonymous Comments: Belly Bridge ============================== Serial #45323 ============================ Model: OM-18 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-25-2008 Source: Email Contributor: Chris(Methropro on UMGF) Comments: Pickwear around teardrop p;ickguard, scratches, orig banjo tuners, replaced bridge & bridge plate, Overspray on top. Top crack by hi E string. Repaired center seam crack, Miki Gakki Custom Guitars Japan 11/25/08-12/11/08 $16,000 ============================== Serial #45395 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 1985 Source: Mand. Bros. Contributor: Anonymous(email) Comments: Sunburst ============================== Serial #45396 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #45397 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #45398 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #45399 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #45400 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #45401 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #45402 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #45403 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #45404 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #45405 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #45406 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #45407 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #45408 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #45409 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #45410 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 06-01-1998 Source: Mandolin Bros. Catalog 6/98 Contributor: Marshall Comments: Asking Price::$3,995 ============================== Serial #45621 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 2007 Source: Elderly Instruments Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #45693 ============================ Model: OM-18 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 06-06-2007 Source: email Contributor: anonymous Comments: Excellent+ condition Completely original Banjo tuners small pickguard ============================== Serial #45706 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 06-23-2009 Source: ebay Contributor: Marshall Newman(email) Comments: Cracked sides Price: $1,200 Buy It Now ============================== Serial #45816 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 07-14-2007 Source: UMGF Contributor: WmSimpson(UMGF) ============================== Serial #45884 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 08-13-2007 Source: ebay Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: "This 1934 Martin acoustic (serial No. 45884) belonged to my Grandfather. He carved 'L.H.B. 2/10/34' into the back. It was tough times and if you wanted to keep it you had to mark it, so he did" "There is five very lite belt buckle scratches on the back" "There's NO fingerboard wear so it plays great. All original finish" ============================== Serial #45925 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 04-01-2008 Source: Ole' TmPP Contributor: Marshall Newman Comments: Replaced tuners, finish touchup on top Model: OM-28 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 07-11-2008 Source: Acoustic Guitar Forum Contributor: David Ziegele Comments: The lines between the ='s are from the forum link ===== 07-11-2008, 12:11 PM Djeff Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Denver Posts: 232 Vintage Martin Question -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- I ran across someone selling a '31 Martin OM-28 w/ohsc (SN#45925) price undisclosed. It has replaced tuners, pickwear near the fingerboard that has been lacquered over to conserve the top wood, and extremely straight grain Brazilian Rosewood. The case is rough but intact. What kind of demand is there for this model and year? How does one go about estimating the price/value? It is evident that many of you on this forum have a vast amount of knowledge surrounding vintage guitars, and so I look to you for advice. Thoughts? ==== ============================== Serial #45926 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #45927 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #45928 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #45929 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #45930 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #45931 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 08-21-2008 Source: Schoenberg Guitars Contributor: Anonymous Comments: Schoenberg sales text "very early in the year still with the small OM pickguard and banjo tuners, though the tuners have been replaced (with Waverlies), Adirondack spruce and straight-grain Brazilian rosewood, older top refin, beautifully done, replaced pickguard, might be original bridge. The tone of this guitar compares favorably with all the original OMs I've known, which is saying a lot! It is beautifully clear and musical, with trebles that are bright, yet exceedingly sweet, and a full yet unmuddy bass. It is a pleasure to play, and will add much beauty to your music. the neck is thin, disappears in your hand despite the typical wide spacing of the period" Purchased in June of 2007 for $35,000 ============================== Serial #45971 ============================ Model: OM-18 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 1999 Source: Bernunzio Contributor: Anonymous(email) Model: OM-18 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 06-17-2001 Source: Elderly Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: URL::http://web.archive.org/web/20070502131846/http://www.elderly.com/vintage/items/10U-2960.htm Image::http://web.archive.org/web/20070502131846/http://www.elderly.com/vintage/items/images/10U/10U-2960_front.jpg Image::http://web.archive.org/web/20070502131846/http://www.elderly.com/vintage/items/images/10U/10U-2960_body-front.jpg Image::http://web.archive.org/web/20070502131846/http://www.elderly.com/vintage/items/images/10U/10U-2960_back.jpg Image::http://web.archive.org/web/20070502131846/http://www.elderly.com/vintage/items/images/10U/10U-2960_body-back.jpg "VG+" condition Several repaired top cracks Refinished neck Asking Price::$5,500 ============================== Serial #46003 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 07-13-2007 Source: Collection Contributor: Rob Kinghorn Comments: Bought Mar 2005 ============================== Serial #46017 ============================ Model: OM-18P Built: 1931 Entry Date: 06-12-2007 Source: email Contributor: John Arnold Comments: Converted circa 2002 Bar frets on conversion neck ============================== Serial #46052 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 04-09-2007 Source: Mugwumps Contributor: Dennis (OMpicker on UMGF) ============================== Serial #46103 ============================ Model: OM-18 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 03-06-2005 Source: Intermountain Guitar Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: URL::http://web.archive.org/web/20050306052306/http://www.guitarandbanjo.com/inventory/used-martin.html Asking Price:: $7,200 "Refinished top, repaired side cracks, excellent" ============================== Serial #46114 ============================ Model: 5-15T Built: 1931 Entry Date: 08-06-2007 Source: Martin Museum Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: On Display at Martin Museum August 2007 ============================== Serial #46274 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 09-15-2008 Source: UMGF Contributor: bobr3 Comments: "My 00-21, serial 46274. was made in 1931... It listed for $60. Any special significance of that? It's got a couple of closed top cracks behind the bridge, but it otherwise unmodified. It's a fine playing and sounding instrument." ============================== Serial #46291 ============================ Model: 1-17P Built: 1931 Entry Date: 12-28-2007 Source: Player's Vintage Guitar Contributor: Marshall Comments: Plectrum 4-string neck, Lifting pickguard Asking Price:: $1,895 ============================== Serial #46325 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1931 Entry Date: 03-26-2005 Source: Harmony Central Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: URL::http://reviews.harmony-central.com/reviews/Acoustic+Guitar/product/Martin/0-18K/10/1 Body may be oversprayed Possibly non original ebony pyramid bridge Sold For::$2,600 ============================== Serial #46389 ============================ Model: 5-17T Built: 1931 Entry Date: 08-01-2008 Source: Craigslist Contributor: Marshall Newman ============================== Serial #46414 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 10-01-2009 Source: Vint. City G. Contributor: Marshall Newman(email) Comments: banjo tuners, large pickguard ============================== Serial #46415 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #46416 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #46417 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #46418 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #46419 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #46420 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #46421 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #46422 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #46423 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #46424 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #46425 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #46426 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #46427 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #46428 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #46429 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #46430 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #46431 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #46432 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #46433 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #46434 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #46435 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #46436 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #46437 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 07-20-2007 Source: email Contributor: anonymous Comments: "Retrieved from my Aunt's trash pile in the summer of 1963. I've kept her all these years." ============================== Serial #46444 ============================ Model: 00-28 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 1991 Source: Mand. Bros. Contributor: Anonymous(email) ============================== Serial #46445 ============================ Model: 00-28 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #46446 ============================ Model: 00-28 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #46447 ============================ Model: 00-28 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #46448 ============================ Model: 00-28 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 06-15-2007 Source: UMGF Contributor: Fred(picknfred on UMGF) Comments: "A veteran of WW2" ============================== Serial #46484 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 07-20-2007 Source: ebay Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Item #270147195691 Pickguard, could be original Looks to be in excellent shape Model: 2-17 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 07-27-2007 Source: eBay Contributor: UkeRichard(email) Comments: Sold For:: $2,338 ============================== Serial #46535 ============================ Model: 0-18T Built: 1931 Entry Date: 05-10-2007 Source: ebay Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Item # 270119045966 Asking Price: $2,500 Some finish wear Impact crack on top? Hard to tell from pictures. Not huge, but two cracks run parallel to the grain a small distance apart and a third runs counter to the grain and across the other two, though it seems to end at one. Somewhat like a T with an extra horizontal bar. The non parallel crack is somewhat eliptical Loose tuning peg ============================== Serial #46606 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 1997 Source: Bernunzio Contributor: Anonymous(email) ============================== Serial #46657 ============================ Model: OM-18 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 03-27-2009 Source: email Contributor: anonymous Comments: Location: Fayetteville, Ga ============================== Serial #46710 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 1981 Source: Mand. Bros. Contributor: Anonymous(email) ============================== Serial #46711 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #46712 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #46713 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #46714 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #46715 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #46716 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #46717 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 07-01-2001 Source: Mandolin Bros. Catalog 7/01 Contributor: Marshall Comments: Asking Price::$20,995 Model: OM-28 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 06-02-2002 Source: Mandolin Bros Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: URL::http://web.archive.org/web/20020602114132/www.mandoweb.com/1_Acoustic.htm Image::http://web.archive.org/web/20030917071332/www.mandoweb.com/83-8030.jpg Replacement tuners from the late 1940's/early 1950's Normal finish checking Neck reset Replacement bridge Some minimally visible damage around bridge from past bridge replacements Pick wear on treble side of soundhole Repaired hairline crack on bass side upper bout of basck Short repaired crack on the back treble waist side Asking Price::$27,500 Model: OM-28 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 07-19-2007 Source: UMGF Contributor: Willi Comments: "Top previously oversprayed. Guitar restored by Henkes & Blazer at Antique Acoustics and sold" ============================== Serial #46788 ============================ Model: 000-28 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 06-12-2007 Source: email Contributor: John Arnold Comments: Older refin Neck reset in 2003 ============================== Serial #46789 ============================ Model: 000-28 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #46790 ============================ Model: 000-28 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #46791 ============================ Model: 000-28 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 1988 Source: Mand. Bros. Contributor: Anonymous(email) ============================== Serial #46799 ============================ Model: OM-18P Built: 1931 Entry Date: 1981 Source: Music Man Contributor: Anonymous(email) Comments: Converted to 6 string ============================== Serial #46800 ============================ Model: OM-18P Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #46801 ============================ Model: OM-18P Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #46802 ============================ Model: OM-18P Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #46803 ============================ Model: OM-18P Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #46804 ============================ Model: OM-18P Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #46805 ============================ Model: OM-18P Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #46806 ============================ Model: OM-18P Built: 1931 Entry Date: 1981 Source: Mand. Bros. Contributor: Anonymous(email) ============================== Serial #46807 ============================ Model: OM-18P Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #46808 ============================ Model: OM-18P Built: 1931 Entry Date: 04-01-2007 Source: eBay Contributor: Uke Richard Comments: Plectrum guitar / The seller ended the auction early ============================== Serial #46848 ============================ Model: 00-40H Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-10-1996 Source: Mandolin Bros Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: URL::http://web.archive.org/web/19961110004102/www.mandoweb.com/13-6952.htm Image::http://web.archive.org/web/19961110004102/http://www.mandoweb.com/13-6952.jpg Converted from Hawaiian to spanish style Asking Price: $7,217 ============================== Serial #46921 ============================ Model: 1-17P Built: 1931 Entry Date: 03-01-2008 Source: Players Vintage Instruments Contributor: Marshall Newman Comments: Plectrum, pickguard lifting Model: 1-17P Built: 1931 Entry Date: 04-13-2008 Source: Player's Vintage Instruments Contributor: Marshall Newman Comments: Asking Price:: $1,895 ============================== Serial #47025 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 05-27-2007 Source: ebay Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Item # 120125953035 Refinished Various crack repairs Model: 2-17 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 06-03-2007 Source: eBay Contributor: UkeRichard(email) Comments: Sold For:: $795 ============================== Serial #47055 ============================ Model: D-2 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-23-2005 Source: UMGF Contributor: John Arnold notes Comments: Not a typo, really a D-2. Essentially a very early D-28 Top thickness 0.127" below bridge, 0.122" at soundhole. Model: D-2 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 06-12-2007 Source: email Contributor: John Arnold Comments: Prototype for the D-28 20-fret fingerboard Original finish, no top cracks. Repairs done from 9/23/94 to 10/5/94.Repair one long and one short back crack, reglue back braces, repair long side crack, replace missing back binding approximately 7" long, replace bridge with accurate replica, reset neck ============================== Serial #47082 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 04-11-2007 Source: EMail Contributor: Chris Bennett Comments: Originally from Brooklyn, NY. Given to my by the son of the original owner. Caught in a flood and came apart at the seams. Restored by TJ Thompson 2006. All original except for replaced bridge. Original Waverly tuners. ============================== Serial #47083 ============================ Model: 00-28 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 07-12-2007 Source: email Contributor: anonymous ============================== Serial #47098 ============================ Model: 00-21 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 04-13-2008 Source: email Contributor: anonymous ============================== Serial #47146 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1931 Entry Date: 06-05-2004 Source: Bernuzio Vintage Instruments Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: URL::http://web.archive.org/web/20040605145001/bernunzio.com/cgi-bin/bernunzio/f2k.pl?Class=Guitar Unconverted Belly bridge In process of getting a neck reset and having a side crac repaired ============================== Serial #47215 ============================ Model: 00-17 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 2007 Source: Elderly Instruments Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #47290 ============================ Model: 0-17S Built: 1931 Entry Date: 09-22-2007 Source: UMGF Contributor: djp7204 Comments: "The 'S' here refers to SPECIAL and the thinking is that one of Martin's dealers resuested a run of the economy 0-size with a spruce top and a larger pickguard. The tuners are upgraded to Nickel Waverlies as well." There were 2 batches of these built in 1931. Fred Oster owns one of the few 0-17S's that have survived and he tells me his came from the first batch that was run in June of '31 and encompassed serial #'s 47290-47314. Mine is from a second batch that was run in early July." "The pickguard, though quite unique is actually very cool looking in person. These days, that big a piece of 30's acetate is probably worth as much as the whloe guitar!" "If you have owned or played a 20's or 30's 0-18, you know how light they are. This one is lighter still since the board and bridge are Brazilian which is lighter weight than the Ebony used on the 18's." This one has the Ebony nut, bar frets, Ivory dot inlays, Brazilian top bindings & no back bindings. Sound is quite impressive and it responds to the lightest touch." "When Steve Kovacik to a look at this little guy, he really liked the grain on the neck which is probably flamed Mahaogany, though he wondered if it just might a hunk'o'Koa!" ============================== Serial #47291 ============================ Model: 0-17S Built: 1931 Entry Date: 09-22-2007 Source: UMGF Contributor: djp7204 Comments: "The 'S' here refers to SPECIAL and the thinking is that one of Martin's dealers resuested a run of the economy 0-size with a spruce top and a larger pickguard. The tuners are upgraded to Nickel Waverlies as well." There were 2 batches of these built in 1931. Fred Oster owns one of the few 0-17S's that have survived and he tells me his came from the first batch that was run in June of '31 and encompassed serial #'s 47290-47314. Mine is from a second batch that was run in early July." "The pickguard, though quite unique is actually very cool looking in person. These days, that big a piece of 30's acetate is probably worth as much as the whloe guitar!" "If you have owned or played a 20's or 30's 0-18, you know how light they are. This one is lighter still since the board and bridge are Brazilian which is lighter weight than the Ebony used on the 18's." This one has the Ebony nut, bar frets, Ivory dot inlays, Brazilian top bindings & no back bindings. Sound is quite impressive and it responds to the lightest touch." "When Steve Kovacik to a look at this little guy, he really liked the grain on the neck which is probably flamed Mahaogany, though he wondered if it just might a hunk'o'Koa!" ============================== Serial #47292 ============================ Model: 0-17S Built: 1931 Entry Date: 09-22-2007 Source: UMGF Contributor: djp7204 Comments: "The 'S' here refers to SPECIAL and the thinking is that one of Martin's dealers resuested a run of the economy 0-size with a spruce top and a larger pickguard. The tuners are upgraded to Nickel Waverlies as well." There were 2 batches of these built in 1931. Fred Oster owns one of the few 0-17S's that have survived and he tells me his came from the first batch that was run in June of '31 and encompassed serial #'s 47290-47314. Mine is from a second batch that was run in early July." "The pickguard, though quite unique is actually very cool looking in person. These days, that big a piece of 30's acetate is probably worth as much as the whloe guitar!" "If you have owned or played a 20's or 30's 0-18, you know how light they are. This one is lighter still since the board and bridge are Brazilian which is lighter weight than the Ebony used on the 18's." This one has the Ebony nut, bar frets, Ivory dot inlays, Brazilian top bindings & no back bindings. Sound is quite impressive and it responds to the lightest touch." "When Steve Kovacik to a look at this little guy, he really liked the grain on the neck which is probably flamed Mahaogany, though he wondered if it just might a hunk'o'Koa!" ============================== Serial #47293 ============================ Model: 0-17S Built: 1931 Entry Date: 09-22-2007 Source: UMGF Contributor: djp7204 Comments: "The 'S' here refers to SPECIAL and the thinking is that one of Martin's dealers resuested a run of the economy 0-size with a spruce top and a larger pickguard. The tuners are upgraded to Nickel Waverlies as well." There were 2 batches of these built in 1931. Fred Oster owns one of the few 0-17S's that have survived and he tells me his came from the first batch that was run in June of '31 and encompassed serial #'s 47290-47314. Mine is from a second batch that was run in early July." "The pickguard, though quite unique is actually very cool looking in person. These days, that big a piece of 30's acetate is probably worth as much as the whloe guitar!" "If you have owned or played a 20's or 30's 0-18, you know how light they are. This one is lighter still since the board and bridge are Brazilian which is lighter weight than the Ebony used on the 18's." This one has the Ebony nut, bar frets, Ivory dot inlays, Brazilian top bindings & no back bindings. Sound is quite impressive and it responds to the lightest touch." "When Steve Kovacik to a look at this little guy, he really liked the grain on the neck which is probably flamed Mahaogany, though he wondered if it just might a hunk'o'Koa!" ============================== Serial #47294 ============================ Model: 0-17S Built: 1931 Entry Date: 09-22-2007 Source: UMGF Contributor: djp7204 Comments: "The 'S' here refers to SPECIAL and the thinking is that one of Martin's dealers resuested a run of the economy 0-size with a spruce top and a larger pickguard. The tuners are upgraded to Nickel Waverlies as well." There were 2 batches of these built in 1931. Fred Oster owns one of the few 0-17S's that have survived and he tells me his came from the first batch that was run in June of '31 and encompassed serial #'s 47290-47314. Mine is from a second batch that was run in early July." "The pickguard, though quite unique is actually very cool looking in person. These days, that big a piece of 30's acetate is probably worth as much as the whloe guitar!" "If you have owned or played a 20's or 30's 0-18, you know how light they are. This one is lighter still since the board and bridge are Brazilian which is lighter weight than the Ebony used on the 18's." This one has the Ebony nut, bar frets, Ivory dot inlays, Brazilian top bindings & no back bindings. Sound is quite impressive and it responds to the lightest touch." "When Steve Kovacik to a look at this little guy, he really liked the grain on the neck which is probably flamed Mahaogany, though he wondered if it just might a hunk'o'Koa!" ============================== Serial #47295 ============================ Model: 0-17S Built: 1931 Entry Date: 09-22-2007 Source: UMGF Contributor: djp7204 Comments: "The 'S' here refers to SPECIAL and the thinking is that one of Martin's dealers resuested a run of the economy 0-size with a spruce top and a larger pickguard. The tuners are upgraded to Nickel Waverlies as well." There were 2 batches of these built in 1931. Fred Oster owns one of the few 0-17S's that have survived and he tells me his came from the first batch that was run in June of '31 and encompassed serial #'s 47290-47314. Mine is from a second batch that was run in early July." "The pickguard, though quite unique is actually very cool looking in person. These days, that big a piece of 30's acetate is probably worth as much as the whloe guitar!" "If you have owned or played a 20's or 30's 0-18, you know how light they are. This one is lighter still since the board and bridge are Brazilian which is lighter weight than the Ebony used on the 18's." This one has the Ebony nut, bar frets, Ivory dot inlays, Brazilian top bindings & no back bindings. Sound is quite impressive and it responds to the lightest touch." "When Steve Kovacik to a look at this little guy, he really liked the grain on the neck which is probably flamed Mahaogany, though he wondered if it just might a hunk'o'Koa!" ============================== Serial #47296 ============================ Model: 0-17S Built: 1931 Entry Date: 09-22-2007 Source: UMGF Contributor: djp7204 Comments: "The 'S' here refers to SPECIAL and the thinking is that one of Martin's dealers resuested a run of the economy 0-size with a spruce top and a larger pickguard. The tuners are upgraded to Nickel Waverlies as well." There were 2 batches of these built in 1931. Fred Oster owns one of the few 0-17S's that have survived and he tells me his came from the first batch that was run in June of '31 and encompassed serial #'s 47290-47314. Mine is from a second batch that was run in early July." "The pickguard, though quite unique is actually very cool looking in person. These days, that big a piece of 30's acetate is probably worth as much as the whloe guitar!" "If you have owned or played a 20's or 30's 0-18, you know how light they are. This one is lighter still since the board and bridge are Brazilian which is lighter weight than the Ebony used on the 18's." This one has the Ebony nut, bar frets, Ivory dot inlays, Brazilian top bindings & no back bindings. Sound is quite impressive and it responds to the lightest touch." "When Steve Kovacik to a look at this little guy, he really liked the grain on the neck which is probably flamed Mahaogany, though he wondered if it just might a hunk'o'Koa!" ============================== Serial #47297 ============================ Model: 0-17S Built: 1931 Entry Date: 09-22-2007 Source: UMGF Contributor: djp7204 Comments: "The 'S' here refers to SPECIAL and the thinking is that one of Martin's dealers resuested a run of the economy 0-size with a spruce top and a larger pickguard. The tuners are upgraded to Nickel Waverlies as well." There were 2 batches of these built in 1931. Fred Oster owns one of the few 0-17S's that have survived and he tells me his came from the first batch that was run in June of '31 and encompassed serial #'s 47290-47314. Mine is from a second batch that was run in early July." "The pickguard, though quite unique is actually very cool looking in person. These days, that big a piece of 30's acetate is probably worth as much as the whloe guitar!" "If you have owned or played a 20's or 30's 0-18, you know how light they are. This one is lighter still since the board and bridge are Brazilian which is lighter weight than the Ebony used on the 18's." This one has the Ebony nut, bar frets, Ivory dot inlays, Brazilian top bindings & no back bindings. Sound is quite impressive and it responds to the lightest touch." "When Steve Kovacik to a look at this little guy, he really liked the grain on the neck which is probably flamed Mahaogany, though he wondered if it just might a hunk'o'Koa!" ============================== Serial #47298 ============================ Model: 0-17S Built: 1931 Entry Date: 09-22-2007 Source: UMGF Contributor: djp7204 Comments: "The 'S' here refers to SPECIAL and the thinking is that one of Martin's dealers resuested a run of the economy 0-size with a spruce top and a larger pickguard. The tuners are upgraded to Nickel Waverlies as well." There were 2 batches of these built in 1931. Fred Oster owns one of the few 0-17S's that have survived and he tells me his came from the first batch that was run in June of '31 and encompassed serial #'s 47290-47314. Mine is from a second batch that was run in early July." "The pickguard, though quite unique is actually very cool looking in person. These days, that big a piece of 30's acetate is probably worth as much as the whloe guitar!" "If you have owned or played a 20's or 30's 0-18, you know how light they are. This one is lighter still since the board and bridge are Brazilian which is lighter weight than the Ebony used on the 18's." This one has the Ebony nut, bar frets, Ivory dot inlays, Brazilian top bindings & no back bindings. Sound is quite impressive and it responds to the lightest touch." "When Steve Kovacik to a look at this little guy, he really liked the grain on the neck which is probably flamed Mahaogany, though he wondered if it just might a hunk'o'Koa!" ============================== Serial #47299 ============================ Model: 0-17S Built: 1931 Entry Date: 09-22-2007 Source: UMGF Contributor: djp7204 Comments: "The 'S' here refers to SPECIAL and the thinking is that one of Martin's dealers resuested a run of the economy 0-size with a spruce top and a larger pickguard. The tuners are upgraded to Nickel Waverlies as well." There were 2 batches of these built in 1931. Fred Oster owns one of the few 0-17S's that have survived and he tells me his came from the first batch that was run in June of '31 and encompassed serial #'s 47290-47314. Mine is from a second batch that was run in early July." "The pickguard, though quite unique is actually very cool looking in person. These days, that big a piece of 30's acetate is probably worth as much as the whloe guitar!" "If you have owned or played a 20's or 30's 0-18, you know how light they are. This one is lighter still since the board and bridge are Brazilian which is lighter weight than the Ebony used on the 18's." This one has the Ebony nut, bar frets, Ivory dot inlays, Brazilian top bindings & no back bindings. Sound is quite impressive and it responds to the lightest touch." "When Steve Kovacik to a look at this little guy, he really liked the grain on the neck which is probably flamed Mahaogany, though he wondered if it just might a hunk'o'Koa!" ============================== Serial #47300 ============================ Model: 0-17S Built: 1931 Entry Date: 09-22-2007 Source: UMGF Contributor: djp7204 Comments: "The 'S' here refers to SPECIAL and the thinking is that one of Martin's dealers resuested a run of the economy 0-size with a spruce top and a larger pickguard. The tuners are upgraded to Nickel Waverlies as well." There were 2 batches of these built in 1931. Fred Oster owns one of the few 0-17S's that have survived and he tells me his came from the first batch that was run in June of '31 and encompassed serial #'s 47290-47314. Mine is from a second batch that was run in early July." "The pickguard, though quite unique is actually very cool looking in person. These days, that big a piece of 30's acetate is probably worth as much as the whloe guitar!" "If you have owned or played a 20's or 30's 0-18, you know how light they are. This one is lighter still since the board and bridge are Brazilian which is lighter weight than the Ebony used on the 18's." This one has the Ebony nut, bar frets, Ivory dot inlays, Brazilian top bindings & no back bindings. Sound is quite impressive and it responds to the lightest touch." "When Steve Kovacik to a look at this little guy, he really liked the grain on the neck which is probably flamed Mahaogany, though he wondered if it just might a hunk'o'Koa!" ============================== Serial #47301 ============================ Model: 0-17S Built: 1931 Entry Date: 09-22-2007 Source: UMGF Contributor: djp7204 Comments: "The 'S' here refers to SPECIAL and the thinking is that one of Martin's dealers resuested a run of the economy 0-size with a spruce top and a larger pickguard. The tuners are upgraded to Nickel Waverlies as well." There were 2 batches of these built in 1931. Fred Oster owns one of the few 0-17S's that have survived and he tells me his came from the first batch that was run in June of '31 and encompassed serial #'s 47290-47314. Mine is from a second batch that was run in early July." "The pickguard, though quite unique is actually very cool looking in person. These days, that big a piece of 30's acetate is probably worth as much as the whloe guitar!" "If you have owned or played a 20's or 30's 0-18, you know how light they are. This one is lighter still since the board and bridge are Brazilian which is lighter weight than the Ebony used on the 18's." This one has the Ebony nut, bar frets, Ivory dot inlays, Brazilian top bindings & no back bindings. Sound is quite impressive and it responds to the lightest touch." "When Steve Kovacik to a look at this little guy, he really liked the grain on the neck which is probably flamed Mahaogany, though he wondered if it just might a hunk'o'Koa!" ============================== Serial #47302 ============================ Model: 0-17S Built: 1931 Entry Date: 09-22-2007 Source: UMGF Contributor: djp7204 Comments: "The 'S' here refers to SPECIAL and the thinking is that one of Martin's dealers resuested a run of the economy 0-size with a spruce top and a larger pickguard. The tuners are upgraded to Nickel Waverlies as well." There were 2 batches of these built in 1931. Fred Oster owns one of the few 0-17S's that have survived and he tells me his came from the first batch that was run in June of '31 and encompassed serial #'s 47290-47314. Mine is from a second batch that was run in early July." "The pickguard, though quite unique is actually very cool looking in person. These days, that big a piece of 30's acetate is probably worth as much as the whloe guitar!" "If you have owned or played a 20's or 30's 0-18, you know how light they are. This one is lighter still since the board and bridge are Brazilian which is lighter weight than the Ebony used on the 18's." This one has the Ebony nut, bar frets, Ivory dot inlays, Brazilian top bindings & no back bindings. Sound is quite impressive and it responds to the lightest touch." "When Steve Kovacik to a look at this little guy, he really liked the grain on the neck which is probably flamed Mahaogany, though he wondered if it just might a hunk'o'Koa!" ============================== Serial #47303 ============================ Model: 0-17S Built: 1931 Entry Date: 1997 Source: Mand. Bros. Contributor: Anonymous(email) Comments: Foden Special ============================== Serial #47304 ============================ Model: 0-17S Built: 1931 Entry Date: 09-22-2007 Source: UMGF Contributor: djp7204 Comments: "The 'S' here refers to SPECIAL and the thinking is that one of Martin's dealers resuested a run of the economy 0-size with a spruce top and a larger pickguard. The tuners are upgraded to Nickel Waverlies as well." There were 2 batches of these built in 1931. Fred Oster owns one of the few 0-17S's that have survived and he tells me his came from the first batch that was run in June of '31 and encompassed serial #'s 47290-47314. Mine is from a second batch that was run in early July." "The pickguard, though quite unique is actually very cool looking in person. These days, that big a piece of 30's acetate is probably worth as much as the whloe guitar!" "If you have owned or played a 20's or 30's 0-18, you know how light they are. This one is lighter still since the board and bridge are Brazilian which is lighter weight than the Ebony used on the 18's." This one has the Ebony nut, bar frets, Ivory dot inlays, Brazilian top bindings & no back bindings. Sound is quite impressive and it responds to the lightest touch." "When Steve Kovacik to a look at this little guy, he really liked the grain on the neck which is probably flamed Mahaogany, though he wondered if it just might a hunk'o'Koa!" ============================== Serial #47305 ============================ Model: 0-17S Built: 1931 Entry Date: 09-22-2007 Source: UMGF Contributor: djp7204 Comments: "The 'S' here refers to SPECIAL and the thinking is that one of Martin's dealers resuested a run of the economy 0-size with a spruce top and a larger pickguard. The tuners are upgraded to Nickel Waverlies as well." There were 2 batches of these built in 1931. Fred Oster owns one of the few 0-17S's that have survived and he tells me his came from the first batch that was run in June of '31 and encompassed serial #'s 47290-47314. Mine is from a second batch that was run in early July." "The pickguard, though quite unique is actually very cool looking in person. These days, that big a piece of 30's acetate is probably worth as much as the whloe guitar!" "If you have owned or played a 20's or 30's 0-18, you know how light they are. This one is lighter still since the board and bridge are Brazilian which is lighter weight than the Ebony used on the 18's." This one has the Ebony nut, bar frets, Ivory dot inlays, Brazilian top bindings & no back bindings. Sound is quite impressive and it responds to the lightest touch." "When Steve Kovacik to a look at this little guy, he really liked the grain on the neck which is probably flamed Mahaogany, though he wondered if it just might a hunk'o'Koa!" ============================== Serial #47306 ============================ Model: 0-17S Built: 1931 Entry Date: 09-22-2007 Source: UMGF Contributor: djp7204 Comments: "The 'S' here refers to SPECIAL and the thinking is that one of Martin's dealers resuested a run of the economy 0-size with a spruce top and a larger pickguard. The tuners are upgraded to Nickel Waverlies as well." There were 2 batches of these built in 1931. Fred Oster owns one of the few 0-17S's that have survived and he tells me his came from the first batch that was run in June of '31 and encompassed serial #'s 47290-47314. Mine is from a second batch that was run in early July." "The pickguard, though quite unique is actually very cool looking in person. These days, that big a piece of 30's acetate is probably worth as much as the whloe guitar!" "If you have owned or played a 20's or 30's 0-18, you know how light they are. This one is lighter still since the board and bridge are Brazilian which is lighter weight than the Ebony used on the 18's." This one has the Ebony nut, bar frets, Ivory dot inlays, Brazilian top bindings & no back bindings. Sound is quite impressive and it responds to the lightest touch." "When Steve Kovacik to a look at this little guy, he really liked the grain on the neck which is probably flamed Mahaogany, though he wondered if it just might a hunk'o'Koa!" ============================== Serial #47307 ============================ Model: 0-17S Built: 1931 Entry Date: 09-22-2007 Source: UMGF Contributor: djp7204 Comments: "The 'S' here refers to SPECIAL and the thinking is that one of Martin's dealers resuested a run of the economy 0-size with a spruce top and a larger pickguard. The tuners are upgraded to Nickel Waverlies as well." There were 2 batches of these built in 1931. Fred Oster owns one of the few 0-17S's that have survived and he tells me his came from the first batch that was run in June of '31 and encompassed serial #'s 47290-47314. Mine is from a second batch that was run in early July." "The pickguard, though quite unique is actually very cool looking in person. These days, that big a piece of 30's acetate is probably worth as much as the whloe guitar!" "If you have owned or played a 20's or 30's 0-18, you know how light they are. This one is lighter still since the board and bridge are Brazilian which is lighter weight than the Ebony used on the 18's." This one has the Ebony nut, bar frets, Ivory dot inlays, Brazilian top bindings & no back bindings. Sound is quite impressive and it responds to the lightest touch." "When Steve Kovacik to a look at this little guy, he really liked the grain on the neck which is probably flamed Mahaogany, though he wondered if it just might a hunk'o'Koa!" ============================== Serial #47308 ============================ Model: 0-17S Built: 1931 Entry Date: 09-22-2007 Source: UMGF Contributor: djp7204 Comments: "The 'S' here refers to SPECIAL and the thinking is that one of Martin's dealers resuested a run of the economy 0-size with a spruce top and a larger pickguard. The tuners are upgraded to Nickel Waverlies as well." There were 2 batches of these built in 1931. Fred Oster owns one of the few 0-17S's that have survived and he tells me his came from the first batch that was run in June of '31 and encompassed serial #'s 47290-47314. Mine is from a second batch that was run in early July." "The pickguard, though quite unique is actually very cool looking in person. These days, that big a piece of 30's acetate is probably worth as much as the whloe guitar!" "If you have owned or played a 20's or 30's 0-18, you know how light they are. This one is lighter still since the board and bridge are Brazilian which is lighter weight than the Ebony used on the 18's." This one has the Ebony nut, bar frets, Ivory dot inlays, Brazilian top bindings & no back bindings. Sound is quite impressive and it responds to the lightest touch." "When Steve Kovacik to a look at this little guy, he really liked the grain on the neck which is probably flamed Mahaogany, though he wondered if it just might a hunk'o'Koa!" ============================== Serial #47309 ============================ Model: 0-17S Built: 1931 Entry Date: 09-22-2007 Source: UMGF Contributor: djp7204 Comments: "The 'S' here refers to SPECIAL and the thinking is that one of Martin's dealers resuested a run of the economy 0-size with a spruce top and a larger pickguard. The tuners are upgraded to Nickel Waverlies as well." There were 2 batches of these built in 1931. Fred Oster owns one of the few 0-17S's that have survived and he tells me his came from the first batch that was run in June of '31 and encompassed serial #'s 47290-47314. Mine is from a second batch that was run in early July." "The pickguard, though quite unique is actually very cool looking in person. These days, that big a piece of 30's acetate is probably worth as much as the whloe guitar!" "If you have owned or played a 20's or 30's 0-18, you know how light they are. This one is lighter still since the board and bridge are Brazilian which is lighter weight than the Ebony used on the 18's." This one has the Ebony nut, bar frets, Ivory dot inlays, Brazilian top bindings & no back bindings. Sound is quite impressive and it responds to the lightest touch." "When Steve Kovacik to a look at this little guy, he really liked the grain on the neck which is probably flamed Mahaogany, though he wondered if it just might a hunk'o'Koa!" ============================== Serial #47310 ============================ Model: 0-17S Built: 1931 Entry Date: 09-22-2007 Source: UMGF Contributor: djp7204 Comments: "The 'S' here refers to SPECIAL and the thinking is that one of Martin's dealers resuested a run of the economy 0-size with a spruce top and a larger pickguard. The tuners are upgraded to Nickel Waverlies as well." There were 2 batches of these built in 1931. Fred Oster owns one of the few 0-17S's that have survived and he tells me his came from the first batch that was run in June of '31 and encompassed serial #'s 47290-47314. Mine is from a second batch that was run in early July." "The pickguard, though quite unique is actually very cool looking in person. These days, that big a piece of 30's acetate is probably worth as much as the whloe guitar!" "If you have owned or played a 20's or 30's 0-18, you know how light they are. This one is lighter still since the board and bridge are Brazilian which is lighter weight than the Ebony used on the 18's." This one has the Ebony nut, bar frets, Ivory dot inlays, Brazilian top bindings & no back bindings. Sound is quite impressive and it responds to the lightest touch." ============================== Serial #47311 ============================ Model: 0-17S Built: 1931 Entry Date: 09-22-2007 Source: UMGF Contributor: djp7204 Comments: "The 'S' here refers to SPECIAL and the thinking is that one of Martin's dealers resuested a run of the economy 0-size with a spruce top and a larger pickguard. The tuners are upgraded to Nickel Waverlies as well." There were 2 batches of these built in 1931. Fred Oster owns one of the few 0-17S's that have survived and he tells me his came from the first batch that was run in June of '31 and encompassed serial #'s 47290-47314. Mine is from a second batch that was run in early July." "The pickguard, though quite unique is actually very cool looking in person. These days, that big a piece of 30's acetate is probably worth as much as the whloe guitar!" "If you have owned or played a 20's or 30's 0-18, you know how light they are. This one is lighter still since the board and bridge are Brazilian which is lighter weight than the Ebony used on the 18's." This one has the Ebony nut, bar frets, Ivory dot inlays, Brazilian top bindings & no back bindings. Sound is quite impressive and it responds to the lightest touch." "When Steve Kovacik to a look at this little guy, he really liked the grain on the neck which is probably flamed Mahaogany, though he wondered if it just might a hunk'o'Koa!" "When Steve Kovacik to a look at this little guy, he really liked the grain on the neck which is probably flamed Mahaogany, though he wondered if it just might a hunk'o'Koa!" ============================== Serial #47312 ============================ Model: 0-17S Built: 1931 Entry Date: 09-22-2007 Source: UMGF Contributor: djp7204 Comments: "The 'S' here refers to SPECIAL and the thinking is that one of Martin's dealers resuested a run of the economy 0-size with a spruce top and a larger pickguard. The tuners are upgraded to Nickel Waverlies as well." There were 2 batches of these built in 1931. Fred Oster owns one of the few 0-17S's that have survived and he tells me his came from the first batch that was run in June of '31 and encompassed serial #'s 47290-47314. Mine is from a second batch that was run in early July." "The pickguard, though quite unique is actually very cool looking in person. These days, that big a piece of 30's acetate is probably worth as much as the whloe guitar!" "If you have owned or played a 20's or 30's 0-18, you know how light they are. This one is lighter still since the board and bridge are Brazilian which is lighter weight than the Ebony used on the 18's." This one has the Ebony nut, bar frets, Ivory dot inlays, Brazilian top bindings & no back bindings. Sound is quite impressive and it responds to the lightest touch." "When Steve Kovacik to a look at this little guy, he really liked the grain on the neck which is probably flamed Mahaogany, though he wondered if it just might a hunk'o'Koa!" ============================== Serial #47313 ============================ Model: 0-17S Built: 1931 Entry Date: 09-22-2007 Source: UMGF Contributor: djp7204 Comments: "The 'S' here refers to SPECIAL and the thinking is that one of Martin's dealers resuested a run of the economy 0-size with a spruce top and a larger pickguard. The tuners are upgraded to Nickel Waverlies as well." There were 2 batches of these built in 1931. Fred Oster owns one of the few 0-17S's that have survived and he tells me his came from the first batch that was run in June of '31 and encompassed serial #'s 47290-47314. Mine is from a second batch that was run in early July." "The pickguard, though quite unique is actually very cool looking in person. These days, that big a piece of 30's acetate is probably worth as much as the whloe guitar!" "If you have owned or played a 20's or 30's 0-18, you know how light they are. This one is lighter still since the board and bridge are Brazilian which is lighter weight than the Ebony used on the 18's." This one has the Ebony nut, bar frets, Ivory dot inlays, Brazilian top bindings & no back bindings. Sound is quite impressive and it responds to the lightest touch." "When Steve Kovacik to a look at this little guy, he really liked the grain on the neck which is probably flamed Mahaogany, though he wondered if it just might a hunk'o'Koa!" ============================== Serial #47314 ============================ Model: 0-17S Built: 1931 Entry Date: 09-22-2007 Source: UMGF Contributor: djp7204 Comments: "The 'S' here refers to SPECIAL and the thinking is that one of Martin's dealers resuested a run of the economy 0-size with a spruce top and a larger pickguard. The tuners are upgraded to Nickel Waverlies as well." There were 2 batches of these built in 1931. Fred Oster owns one of the few 0-17S's that have survived and he tells me his came from the first batch that was run in June of '31 and encompassed serial #'s 47290-47314. Mine is from a second batch that was run in early July." "The pickguard, though quite unique is actually very cool looking in person. These days, that big a piece of 30's acetate is probably worth as much as the whloe guitar!" "If you have owned or played a 20's or 30's 0-18, you know how light they are. This one is lighter still since the board and bridge are Brazilian which is lighter weight than the Ebony used on the 18's." This one has the Ebony nut, bar frets, Ivory dot inlays, Brazilian top bindings & no back bindings. Sound is quite impressive and it responds to the lightest touch." "When Steve Kovacik to a look at this little guy, he really liked the grain on the neck which is probably flamed Mahaogany, though he wondered if it just might a hunk'o'Koa!" ============================== Serial #47365 ============================ Model: C-1 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 1931 Source: Longworth Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Page 108, the 1994 edition First C-1. One of a prototype batch of 5 that included 47365-47370 Round soundhole ============================== Serial #47366 ============================ Model: C-1 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 1931 Source: Longworth Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Page 108, the 1994 edition Second C-1. One of a prototype batch of 5 that included 47365-47370 Round soundhole ============================== Serial #47367 ============================ Model: C-1 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 1931 Source: Longworth Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Page 108, the 1994 edition Third C-1. One of a prototype batch of 5 that included 47365-47370 Round soundhole ============================== Serial #47368 ============================ Model: C-1 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 1931 Source: Longworth Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Page 108, the 1994 edition Fourth C-1. One of a prototype batch of 5 that included 47365-47370 Round soundhole ============================== Serial #47369 ============================ Model: C-1 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 1931 Source: Longworth Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Page 108, the 1994 edition Fifth C-1. One of a prototype batch of 5 that included 47365-47370 Round soundhole ============================== Serial #47370 ============================ Model: C-1 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 1931 Source: Longworth Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Page 108, the 1994 edition Sixth C-1. One of a prototype batch of 5 that included 47365-47370 Round soundhole ============================== Serial #47371 ============================ Model: C-2 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 1931 Source: Longworth Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Page 110, the 1994 edition The first C-2, The second being 47372 Round soundhole ============================== Serial #47372 ============================ Model: C-2 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 1931 Source: Longworth Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Page 110, the 1994 edition The second C-2, The first being 47371 Round soundhole ============================== Serial #47408 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 06-18-2007 Source: UMGF Contributor: Mattj206 Comments: Worn original condition ============================== Serial #47446 ============================ Model: 000-28 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 05-01-1999 Source: Mandolin Bros Contributor: elephantfan85 Model: 000-28 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 05-01-1999 Source: Mandolin Bros. Catalog 5/99 Contributor: Marshall Comments: Asking Price::$13,000 Model: 000-28 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 06-04-2001 Source: Mandolin Bros Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: URL::http://web.archive.org/web/20010604044756/www.mandoweb.com/1_Acoustic.htm One of 328 twelve fret 000-28's made Overspray Replaced fretboard Period correct but non original tuners Top crack at lower bass bout Cleated crack at sound hole in 2 o'clock position Neck may have been trimmed Asking Price::$13,660 Cash Asking Price: $13,250 ============================== Serial #47512 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 06-18-2007 Source: UMGF Contributor: vintage18 ============================== Serial #47513 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #47514 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #47515 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #47516 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #47517 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #47518 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #47519 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #47520 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #47521 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #47522 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #47523 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #47524 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 2007 Source: Elderly Instruments Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #47694 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 06-10-2007 Source: UMGF Contributor: haisato Comments: "All original and minty condition" ============================== Serial #47805 ============================ Model: OM-18 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 12-18-2008 Source: Email Contributor: Chris(Methropro on UMGF) Comments: Orig finish on body, top has no cracks. Repaired crack over tailblock, & side cracks. Orig pickguard & bridge, oversrapy on neck & back of headstock, neck reset w/shim under FBX, newer decal & tuners, 12/18/08-1/1/09 Gryphon $22,500 ============================== Serial #47837 ============================ Model: 1-17 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 02-17-2008 Source: Ebay UK Contributor: Spook69(UMGF) Comments: Item was deleted before I could go to link. -mke ============================== Serial #47843 ============================ Model: C-1 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 01-01-2008 Source: Musurgia archive Contributor: Chris Bennet Comments: No date or price, play wear, OHSC ============================== Serial #47873 ============================ Model: 1-17 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 01-26-2008 Source: Ebay Contributor: Chris Bennet Comments: Sold For:: $1349 loose bridge 1/26/08 ============================== Serial #47970 ============================ Model: 1-17T Built: 1931 Entry Date: 2007 Source: Elderly Contributor: Jochem Comments: Asking Price:: $300 ============================== Serial #47981 ============================ Model: 000-18 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 12-13-2008 Source: Email Contributor: Chris(Methropro on UMGF) Comments: Exc condition, orig pickguard (not teardrop), belly bridge, neck reset, No cracks, touch up or overspray. Strap rash on back, 12 fret slothead 12/13/08- SOLD Mass St. Music $21,000 ============================== Serial #48102 ============================ Model: OM-45 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 06-04-2004 Source: Elderly Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: URL::http://web.archive.org/web/20040604140306/www.elderly.com/vintage/items/10U-3506.htm Image::http://web.archive.org/web/20070517141642/http://elderly.com/images/vintage/10U/10U-3506_front.jpg Image::http://web.archive.org/web/20070517141929/http://elderly.com/images/vintage/10U/10U-3506_back.jpg One repaired crack in back One of only 40 made According to Martin this guitar left the factory on August 26th 1931 Asking Price::$100,000 ============================== Serial #48122 ============================ Model: OM-18 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 1991 Source: Mand. Bros. Contributor: Anonymous(email) ============================== Serial #48123 ============================ Model: OM-18 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #48124 ============================ Model: OM-18 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 04-01-2007 Source: Gruhn Contributor: Uke Richard Comments: Asking Price::$15,000 ============================== Serial #48194 ============================ Model: 000-18 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 07-19-2007 Source: UMGF Contributor: Willi Comments: "vg+ all original" "in workshop" ============================== Serial #48379 ============================ Model: 0-28K Built: 1931 Entry Date: 04-16-2007 Source: Skinner Auction Catalog Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Auction 2361 Lot 39 Ugly tail piece Ugly non original bridge Non original pick guard Price Estimate $300-$500 Model: 0-28K Built: 1931 Entry Date: 09-17-2007 Source: uk ebay Contributor: Spook69(UMGF) Comments: Item #300152290149 Buy it Now:: $4,850 "Complete with flush bar-frets, tall bridge and saddle, this instrument sounds simply incredible! Martin Hawaiians have a very distinctive tone, thanks to their standard Spanish-style guitar construction. If you're used to playing an electric steel, Dobro, or Weissenborn you'll be amazed at what this instrument draws out of your hands. Lots of complex overtones, warm and dry mids, round trebles and a surprisingly sweet low end. This instrument is in very good condition. The original bridge had split and lifted off the guitar. The replacement ebony bridge is very slightly oversized. There is also evidence left by a tail-piece on the bottom of the guitar from many years ago. There is one typical pick guard crack that travels towards the bridge. The back, sides and neck are crack free. The finish is heavily checked on lower portions of the sides and has flaked off in some areas. The finish on the top and back are checked, but nice shape" ============================== Serial #48380 ============================ Model: 0-28K Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #48381 ============================ Model: 0-28K Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #48382 ============================ Model: 0-28K Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #48383 ============================ Model: 0-28K Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #48384 ============================ Model: 0-28K Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #48385 ============================ Model: 0-28K Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #48386 ============================ Model: 0-28K Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #48387 ============================ Model: 0-28K Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #48388 ============================ Model: 0-28K Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #48389 ============================ Model: 0-28K Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #48390 ============================ Model: 0-28K Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #48391 ============================ Model: 0-28K Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #48392 ============================ Model: 0-28K Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #48393 ============================ Model: 0-28K Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #48394 ============================ Model: 0-28K Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #48395 ============================ Model: 0-28K Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #48396 ============================ Model: 0-28K Built: 1931 Entry Date: 07-13-2008 Source: Email Contributor: Chris(Methropro on UMGF) Comments: reserve not met, unconverted, original nut, OSSC 7/13/08 Ebay ($4,716) ============================== Serial #48484 ============================ Model: 000-28 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 07-01-2009 Source: ebay Contributor: Marshall Newman(email) Comments: Center seam separation, replacement bridge and tuners ============================== Serial #48517 ============================ Model: 000-18 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 06-06-2007 Source: email Contributor: anonymous Comments: Good condition Partial refin Scheduled for restoration ============================== Serial #48657 ============================ Model: 1-17 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-27-2008 Source: Email Contributor: Chris(Methropro on UMGF) Comments: re-neck in the 60's, coupled of repaired cracks 11/27/08-12/12/08 Intermountain $2100 ============================== Serial #48672 ============================ Model: 000-18 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 10-01-1997 Source: Pricelist for Nancy's Music Box (Buddy Summer) circa late 1997 Contributor: Marshall Newman Comments: VG+ Asking Price::$3,500 ============================== Serial #48807 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 1998 Source: Mand. Bros. Contributor: Anonymous(email) Comments: Sunburst ============================== Serial #49005 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1931 Entry Date: 08-06-2007 Source: Martin Museum Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: On Display at Martin Museum August 2007 ============================== Serial #49006 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #49007 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #49008 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #49009 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #49010 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #49011 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #49012 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1931 Entry Date: 04-01-1999 Source: Mandolin Bros. Catalog 4/99 Contributor: Marshall Comments: Asking Price::$2,595 Model: 0-18K Built: 1931 Entry Date: 2000 Source: Mand. Bros. Contributor: Anonymous(email) Model: 0-18K Built: 1931 Entry Date: 08-01-2001 Source: Mandolin Bros Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: URL::http://web.archive.org/web/20010801154853/www.mandoweb.com/1b_morea.htm "some benighted fool ground the square frets flat with the fingerboard, stuck a metal conversion unit over the nut and waved their wand (or what they thought was their wand), Poof! Instant Hawaiian guitar!" Guitar was originally setup for spanish style play In need of neck reset and fret work Asking Price::$2216 ============================== Serial #49016 ============================ Model: C-2MC Built: 1931 Entry Date: 04-01-2007 Source: eBay Contributor: Uke Richard Comments: Mandocello Asking Price::$5,823 ============================== Serial #49102 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1931 Entry Date: 12-01-2002 Source: Mandolin Bros. Catalog 12/02 Contributor: Marshall Comments: Asking Price::$2,150 ============================== Serial #49288 ============================ Model: 00-28 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 06-08-2002 Source: www.themusicemporium.com Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: URL::http://web.archive.org/web/20020616073605/www.themusicemporium.com/mar0028.htm Image::http://web.archive.org/web/20020616073605/http://www.themusicemporium.com/used.htm URL::http://web.archive.org/web/20020608202138/www.themusicemporium.com/used.htm Replaced bridge with closed saddle slot Recent refret by TJ Thompson Recent reset by TJ Thompson Pick wear below soundhole Several well repaired back cracks Asking Price: $7,750 Model: 00-28 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 09-17-2007 Source: www.dreamguitars.com Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: "Condition: Excellent for age, 1 repaired top crack from bridge to butt, 1 hairline back crack, old repaired end pin crack, small spruce plate added to original bridgeplate to remedy string hole wear, newer bridge. Otherwise very clean. Perfect neck angle, lots of saddle and fret, great setup by Bill Tippin" ============================== Serial #49293 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 11-25-2008 Source: Email Contributor: Chris(Methropro on UMGF) Comments: 12 fret, orig bridge, pickguard, 11/25/08 Bernunzio $10,000 ============================== Serial #49346 ============================ Model: T-17 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 04-21-2007 Source: Mandolin Bros Contributor: Mike Halloran Comments: Three repaired back cracks Finish disruption on the bottom side Finish erosion on the treble side Original Ebony nut ============================== Serial #49373 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 05-23-2007 Source: Email Contributor: Marshall Comments: On EBay Trapeze + regular bridge Model: 2-17 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 05-23-2007 Source: UMGF Contributor: felix ============================== Serial #49435 ============================ Model: 0-21 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 12-31-2008 Source: Email Contributor: Chris(Methropro on UMGF) Comments: Only ebay 0-21 of the year, cracked headstockglued & doweled, G clef painted on HS, top binding gone at butt, top loose, center seam crack, bridge rising & bolted down 12/31/08 Ebay ($1,661) ============================== Serial #49454 ============================ Model: 2-17 Built: 1931 Entry Date: 02-01-2008 Source: Mandolin Bros Contributor: Chris Bennet Comments: Sold For:: $2,750 No cracks, all original, neck reset, and bridge re-glued 2/1/08 sold ============================== Serial #49604 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1932 Entry Date: 04-14-2008 Source: EBay Contributor: Spook69(UMGF) Comments: "I am selling My Aunt Rose's Guitar that I inherited in the mid nineties when she passed away from cancer. It is a Beautiful 1932 Martin 0-18 My Aunt Bought this guitar new, she played with a group of women that called themselves the 'Sonnie Bells' (Pictured 1937)" "The serial # is 49604 placing this Martin Guitar in 1932. If you notice in the picture (Taken 1937) on the guitar is a diamond shaped piece of costume jewelry. I have this and to keep this guitars history with the guitar I will include the original picture and this piece of costume jewelry. I will also include multiple recordings of my aunt performing, 4 vinyls and 1 cassette. Also is a Record "This is John Gary" Signed to my aunt Rose from John Gary" "The recordings I have posted online I had my Brother-in-law make for me showing the guitars sound. The guitar has always been in a smoke free home, and in its case (I do believe it is the original case based on pictures I have seen but I can not confirm this), the case is fragile and has not held up to time like the guitar has, but that is what a case is for I suppose" "To my knowledge it is all original, never modified or worked on. I have kept it as-is since it has been in my possession" ============================== Serial #49642 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1932 Entry Date: 09-06-2008 Source: web Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Lots of scratches, shim under fretboard extension which is likely due to a past neck reset ============================== Serial #49756 ============================ Model: 5-17T Built: 1932 Entry Date: 04-11-2007 Source: UMGF Contributor: Roger ============================== Serial #49920 ============================ Model: 1-17 Built: 1932 Entry Date: 01-15-2009 Source: Personal Collect Contributor: anonymous(email) Comments: "Purchased in Ormond Beach, Florida, 1964. All mahogany" ============================== Serial #49921 ============================ Model: 1-17 Built: 1932 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #49922 ============================ Model: 1-17 Built: 1932 Entry Date: 11-01-2009 Source: Interpolated(Not Yet Found) Contributor: elephantfan85 ============================== Serial #49923 ============================ Model: 1-17 Built: 1932 Entry Date: 04-08-2008 Source: Personal Collection Contributor: JP Glenn ============================== Serial #49927 ============================ Model: OM-28 Built: 1932 Entry Date: 06-01-1999 Source: Mandolin Bros. Catalog 6/99 Contributor: Marshall Comments: Asking Price::$14,000 Overspray Model: OM-28 Built: 1932 Entry Date: 04-23-2006 Source: Mandolin Bros Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: URL::http://web.archive.org/web/20060423175106/http://www.mandoweb.com/1_Acoustic.htm Image::http://web.archive.org/web/20051125062152/www.mandoweb.com/48-3494.jpg "There are two very old repaired side cracks on the treble rim and two repaired back cracks; the interior of the instrument bears a wonderful sticker, yellowed with age like our fingernails, identifying the music store that originally sold the puppy and whose Madison, Wisconsin phone number was (of course) .Badger 1489.. It now has Waverly open back butterbean button tuners, after having hosted a series of imposters over the years. It has a newer bridge and saddle (drop in, not through)" Top back and sides oversprayed Neck shaved to 1&11/16ths Asking Price::$22,500 ============================== Serial #49956 ============================ Model: 0-17 Built: 1932 Entry Date: 04-15-2007 Source: UMGF Contributor: RenaudB Comments: Two tone bars/braces Original ebony nut Bridge screweddown Heavily repaired treble side Currently unplayable Model: 0-17 Built: 1932 Entry Date: 07-20-2007 Source: UMGF Contributor: RenaudB(UMGF) Comments: Posted brace diagram of guitar "1932 0-17: braces are 1/4, scalloped, 12 frets 0 should have one tone brace only... maybe I got an odd number. The transverse brace is 1/4 also, tappered." ============================== Serial #49984 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1932 Entry Date: 10-09-2007 Source: felix(wiedler on UMGF) Contributor: Comments: "Just arrived on my doorstep" (12 fret slothead) ============================== Serial #50015 ============================ Model: C-1 Built: 1932 Entry Date: 2007 Source: Elderly Contributor: Jochem Comments: Asking Price:: $900 ============================== Serial #50034 ============================ Model: 00-18 Built: 1932 Entry Date: 05-30-2009 Source: ebay Contributor: Marshall Newman(email) Comments: Slot-head, replacement. bridge, many top cracks Price: $2995 bin ============================== Serial #50131 ============================ Model: 0-18T Built: 1932 Entry Date: 1985 Source: Mand. Bros. Contributor: Anonymous(email) ============================== Serial #50171 ============================ Model: C-2 Built: 1932 Entry Date: 09-18-2002 Source: Bernuzio Vintage Instruments Web Site Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: URL::http://web.archive.org/web/20020918004728/www.bernunzio.com/cgi-bin/bernunzio/showimg2000?img=026859 "There is one repaired top crack on the bass side." Round soundhole Asking Price::$4,250 ============================== Serial #50223 ============================ Model: C-2-12 Built: 1932 Entry Date: 1932 Source: Longworth Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Page 110, the 1994 edition A twelve string C-2 ============================== Serial #50261 ============================ Model: OM-18 Built: 1932 Entry Date: 01-01-2006 Source: Elderly Vintage & Used Instrument Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Catalog #239 Several small repaired cracks on bass side One long repaired crack on treble side Came to Elderly from the Grandson of the original owner in 2005 Has the gold silk screened logo on the front. Very early example of this Asking Price::$25,000 Not in the Nov 2005 Elderly catalog ============================== Serial #50503 ============================ Model: C-1 Built: 1932 Entry Date: 05-29-2007 Source: email Contributor: Jochem Comments: Round soundhole with C.F. Martin pearl inlayed on head stock ============================== Serial #50542 ============================ Model: 0-18K Built: 1932 Entry Date: 1980 Source: Mandolin Brothers Contributor: anonymous(email) Model: 0-18K Built: 1932 Entry Date: 1981 Source: Mand. Bros. Contributor: Anonymous(email) ============================== Serial #50587 ============================ Model: 5-17T Built: 1932 Entry Date: 05-23-2007 Source: Email Contributor: Marshall Comments: From EBay Badly cracked sides Non standard white pickguard ============================== Serial #50593 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1932 Entry Date: 06-01-1998 Source: Mandolin Bros. Catalog 6/98 Contributor: Marshall Comments: Asking Price::$3,495 Shadetop ============================== Serial #50668 ============================ Model: C-2MC Built: 1932 Entry Date: 1932 Source: Longworth Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Page 110, the 1994 edition Mando/Cello varient of the C-2. One of two made in 1932. The other is 51151 ============================== Serial #50710 ============================ Model: C-1 Built: 1932 Entry Date: 10-01-2009 Source: UMGF Contributor: John(sprucetop1 on UMGF) Comments: "...this C-1 was found in a cardboard box in a waste container here in the UK in the 1970's...covered in white paint. Presumably it would have had bar frets originally. They were replaced long ago with T frets, and the neck has bowed as (I think) a result. I got it in a legacy, when the owner sadly passed" ============================== Serial #50730 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1932 Entry Date: 06-08-2007 Source: UMGF Contributor: rudyolen Comments: "Awesome condition. Couple expert repaired back cracks but thats it. Origial case. Replacement bridge. Otherwise original SN 50730. Last digit hard to make out. Thr guitar is a sunburst and needs no repairs" Asking Price::$6,500 ============================== Serial #50803 ============================ Model: C-1-12 Built: 1932 Entry Date: 04-10-2007 Source: Longworth Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Page 108, the 1994 edition A 12 string C-1 ============================== Serial #50822 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1932 Entry Date: 05-10-2008 Source: UMGF Contributor: georgebud(UMGF) ============================== Serial #50969 ============================ Model: OM-18 Built: 1932 Entry Date: 07-28-2007 Source: email Contributor: anonymous Comments: "Shaded top" ============================== Serial #51069 ============================ Model: 1-17 Built: 1932 Entry Date: 06-05-2008 Source: Email Contributor: Chris(Methropro on UMGF) Comments: Loose bridge, lost end pin, small top crack 6/05/08 Ebay $1,788 ============================== Serial #51096 ============================ Model: 5-17T Built: 1932 Entry Date: 05-30-2007 Source: ebay Contributor: elephantfan85 Comments: Item #280120302993 "Serial # 51096 (1932). WOW. Excellent shape and looks like it was well cared for. I'm sure it's had some routine maintenance throughout it's 75 years of existence. You can see glue drippings inside. It plays fantastic and sounds amazing." ============================== Serial #51102 ============================ Model: 0-18 Built: 1932 Entry Date: 09-01-2009 Source: ebay Contributor: Marshall Newman(email) Comments: Overspray, repairs ============================== Serial #51128 ============================ Model: OM-18 Built: 1932 Entry Date: 2007 Source: Elderly Instruments Web Site