Martin 1942 5-17$3990
Martin 1942 5-17
Martin 1942 5-17
Martin 1942 5-17
$3990
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This is a well preserved 1942 5-17 which was one of just 232 units produced. Unique to this guitar is the factory bar frets likely used due to the limited availability of metal during WWII and Martin would have used what they had available around the shop to keep orders going out. The guitar has no repairs or modifications. The action is very playable set to 4/64’s @ the 12th fret on both the bass and treble sides. There is some saddle height left but may be a possible candidate for a neck set down the road. Very playable with no buzzing or dead spots. The body shows numerous scratches and finish checking. Includes original case
Year: 1942
Model: 5-17
Serial: 80516
Neck Depth at 1st Fret: .92″
Neck Depth at 9th Fret: .97″
Weight: 2lbs 6oz
$3990
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