Vintage! 1962 Martin 00-16C Natural Acoustic Classical Guitar + OHSC

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Lovies Guitars is Excited to offer up this 1962 Martin 00-16C Natural Acoustic Classical Guitar! Martin may not be the first company that comes to mind when you think of classical guitar builders. Nevertheless, most Martin guitars made prior to 1928 were made for gut strings, even though they don't closely resemble the Spanish tradition of Classical guitars. In 1936, Martin launched the G-series as an attempt to offer a classical option. But while their wide fingerboard, slotted-headstock, and 12-fret neck might look convincing, most G-series guitars were X-braced, so they didn't exactly scratch the classical itch.

In 1962, Martin launched the C-series as its first earnest attempt to build guitars that could keep up with classical players more familiar with Spanish-made instruments. With its stripped-down Style-16 appointments and Mahogany back and sides, the 00-16C was the most affordable C-Series model. It features classical-appropriate fan bracing, a wide bridge with rounded ends, 12-frets clear of the body, and a 25-1/4" scale. While the Martin brand has largely relied on the X-bracing innovation since the 1840s, the 00-16C captures the response and dynamics of handmade instruments built in the Spanish tradition. Great Shape with pickguard residue on top, minor crack on the treble body side, minor finish checking and a few indents and marks, 8.5/10. ALL Original. NO Breaks or Repairs. All of our guitars are fitted with a fresh set of our favorite strings by Stringjoy! Includes an Original Hard-Shell Case and a Free Sample of Fret-Not, our favorite fretboard cleaner out there, check it out at fretnot.net! SEE more pics, including internals, at our website!

1st Fret: .895”

9th Fret: 1.100”

Nut Width: 2”

Serial: 185293

SKU: 6231

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