Vintage Martin Style 1K Koa Soprano Ukulele From Early to Mid 1930's Condition >> Dark area in pictures are just shadow, not discoloration. Excellent - Very good condition - Professionally refinished 25 years ago. Absolutely no scratches, dents, cracks, separations, repairs or modification. Neck is straight and perfect playing action. No wear on frets. The center bracing inside is solid, not lifted or broken. Original Grover pegs are working fine- no cracks in buttons. Nice 2A-3A grade curly koa on top and back (Don't show up well in pictures) Old black chipboard case included - Good working condition - well used and worn The ukulele is beautifully refinished. However, there are some weather checks in finish from severe weather / temperature change. It is just in finish and you can only see them in some angles. It is very difficult to capture with camera but it there and shows on top and back. Again, it's in the finish only, not in the wood. (Wood won't crack grain cross-wise) See pictures !!