Martin OM-21 Special 2010 w/Original Case Excellent - Natural

The Martin OM-21 Special is built on the orchestra model body — 15" lower bout, 25.4" scale, 1-3/4" nut — a configuration that balances note articulation with full-body response.  This example is in beautiful shape, and the amber finish just draws you to it.  The finish has some light checking on the top — finish cracks only, no wood cracks. There is some clouding on the back and sides in the upper bout area. The headstock shows some marks from a string winder at the A and D tuner positions. No neck repairs, no fretboard repairs, no fret repairs. Action is set at 3/32" on both the first and sixth strings at the 12th fret. A care and feeding guide and a capo are included.

The OM-21 Special is Martin's modern take on the pre-war OM format. The "Special" designation on this run typically reflects upgraded appointments over the standard 21-series: ebony fingerboard, ebony pyramid bridge, bone nut and saddle, open-gear tuners, and abalone-dot ebony bridge pins. The 16" fretboard radius is flatter than vintage Martin spec, accommodating contemporary playing preferences without abandoning the traditional aesthetic. The open-gear Martin & Co. tuners, original tortoise shell pickguard, and pyramid bridge keep the instrument visually consistent with its pre-war inspiration. The original Martin-branded TKL case, is included, which is in excellent condition with no odor.

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SPECIFICATIONS

• Color: natural
• Finish Original?: yes
• Finish Condition: very good
• Weight: 4lbs 6.5oz
• Overall length: 39-1/4"
• Nut Width: 1-3/4"
• String Spacing At Bridge: 2-5/16"
• Scale Length: 25.4"
• Action 1st String At 12th Fret: 3/32"
• Action 6th String At 12th Fret: 3/32"
• Neck Material: mahogany
• Inlay: diamonds
• Neck Thickness At 1st Fret: .828"
• Neck Thickness At 10th Fret: .904
• Neck Condition: excellent
• Neck Repairs: none
• Tuner Brand And Model: Martin & Co open gear
• Tuners Original?: yes
• Changes To Headstock For Tuners?: none, some marks from a string winder at the A and D tuner
• Truss Rod Cover: none
• Nut Original: yes
• Nut Material: bone
• Nut Repairs: none
• Fretboard Material: ebony
• Fretboard Condition: excellent
• Fretboard Radius: 16"
• Fretboard Repairs: none
• Fret Condition: excellent
• Fret Repairs: none
• Fret Count: 20
• Body length: 19-1/4"
• Lower bout: 15"
• Waist: 9-3/8"
• Upper bout: 9-3/8"
• Body depth/thickness: 4"
• Top Material: Solid Sitka Spruce with aging/antique toner
• Top Condition: very good, some finish only cracks
• Top Cracks: none
• Top Repairs: none
• Top Binding: none
• Back & Side Material: Indian rosewood
• Back & Side Condition: very good, some clouding on top upper bout
• Back & Side Repairs: none
• Back & Side Binding: none
• Bracing Material: spruce
• Bracing Condition: excellent
• Bridge Wood: Black ebony pyramid-style
• Bridge Original?: yes
• Bridge Condition: excellent
• Bridge Pins: abalone dot, ebony
• Bridge Plate Material: maple
• Bridge Plate Condition: excellent
• Bridge Plate Original?: yes
• Saddle Material: bone
• Saddle Original?: yes
• Saddle Condition: excellent
• Pickguard Color: tortoise shell
• Pickguard Original?: yes
• Strap Buttons: yes
• Pickup System: none
• Case Brand: Martin branded TKL
• Case Original?: yes
• Case Condition: excellent
• Case Smells?: none
• Accessories Included: weird old capo
• String Gauge: 12-53
• Documentation: Care and Feeding guide
• Smells?: none
• Neck Profile: Modern low-profile

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