MARTIN 1957 D-21 with Brazilian Rosewood back & sides.


Martin D-21 1957 Natural w/OHSC (Serial #156607). The following specs were carefully collected and recorded by a skilled technician at one of the leading guitar shops in the country . A copy of their COA is included with the purchase and is shown in the listing photos.

Also in the photo set, from Martin Guitars, is a sheet of Specifications to this Serial Number, #156607, validating manufacturing start date of August 7, 1957 and including all the original buildout specifications.


Summary

Finish: Original

Body Material: Brazilian Rosewood

Top Material: Spruce

Neck Material: Mahogany

Neck Profile: medium, soft "V"

Neck Thickness (IN): 1st- .82" 12th- 1.00"

Fingerboard Radius: 16.00"

Nut Width: 1-11/16"

Scale Length: 25 2/5"

Hardware: The saddle, bridge pins and end pin have been replaced.

Weight: 4 lbs 10 oz

Cosmetic Condition: The guitar has has very light play wear for its age. The finish is glossy with light scuffs and dents and light finish checking throughout.

Modifications/Repairs: The bridge plate has been replaced with an oversized rosewood plate. The neck has been reset. The guitar has been refretted. A hairline crack in the bridge has been repaired. Another crack on the side of the treble side shoulder has been repaired. These crack repairs are stable and not affecting playability. The saddle, bridge pins and end pin have been replaced.

Serial Number: 156607

Tech Notes: The guitar plays well with low action. The frets are narrow with medium height and minimal play wear.

Case Details: Original Hardshell Case

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Listed23 days ago
ConditionVery Good (Used)
Very Good items may show a few slight marks or scratches but are fully functional and in overall great shape.Learn more
Brand
Model
  • D-21
Finish
  • Natural
Categories
Year
  • 1957
Made In
  • United States
Pickup
  • None
Fretboard Material
  • Rosewood
String Type
  • Steel
Right / Left Handed
  • Right Handed
Number of Strings
  • 6-String
Neck Material
  • Mahogany
Body Shape
  • Dreadnought
Back Material
  • Rosewood
Sides Material
  • Rosewood
Top Material
  • Spruce
Series
Model Family
Color Family
  • Natural
Active Preamp
  • No
Number of Frets
  • 20

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