1908 Martin 00-18 Natural Acoustic Guitar, Serial #10816.. ...

Description

1908 Martin 00-18 Natural Acoustic Guitar, Serial #10816.
Very rare and well preserved, early Martin guitar. Evidence of very legit "spritz" overspray. Three visible but repaired back cracks in the Brazilian Rosewood. No side cracks. Minor touched-up bump crack at the treble lower bout. No play wear to the frets. Minor strum wear scratches to the top. Original bridge string slots are narrow. Original bridge plate. Hard case included. Condition: Very Good.
From The Guitar Shop Collection

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