1947 Martin 00021 W/Case

This absolutely beautiful 1947 Martin 000-21, serial 107135 is a rare post-war acoustic Martin.

This is a guitar highly valued by collectors. Martin guitars from this era are renowned for the remarkable deep warmth of the Brazilian Rosewood and the clarity and punch of the sitka spruce top. 000 Martins from this era were produced in limited numbers compared to their more common 000-18 and 000-28 models. Examples such as this that are all original and in clean and fully playable condition are extremely uncommon and dont show up often on the vintage market often.

The neck is a rounded soft "V" mahogany profile neck  with a 1 11/16-inch nut width and a steel T-bar neck reinforcement. The shorter scale length produces a slightly lower string tension and a warmer, highly responsive feel.

What really sets this guitar off in appearance and tone is the gorgeous book matched Brazilian Rosewood back & sides.

Original Tortoise Pickguard is still attached.

Note: There has been an LR Baggs Hi-Fi pickup installed recently. 

Key Specifications

• Body Shape: 000 (Auditorium) size, offering balanced projection and comfort.
• Top Wood: Solid Sitka spruce, which ages into a rich, honeyed hue with deep clarity.
• Back and Sides: Solid Brazilian rosewood with X bracing, providing rich overtones and warmth.
• Neck: Genuine mahogany with a comfortable, rounded soft-V shape and a steel T-bar reinforcement.
• Fingerboard and Bridge: Brazilian rosewood

For it's age this guitar is in incredible shape. There is age typical lacquer checking present on the top with many assorted nicks and scrapes that one would expect from a near 80 year old guitar. The top has no cracks or splits . The pictures accurately as possible represent the cosmetic condition of the guitar. 

Does not come with the original case but has a brand new premium Martin brand hardshell case. 

Guitar weighs 4 lb 4oz