THE MARTIN 42
The following instrument has just been secured from with a private collection and is one of the Finest Examples off this highly desired 42 Series Martin. Details as follows:
Martin 042
1914
Serial Number 11991
Spruce Top
Straight Grained Brazilian Rosewood (The Highest Grade )
Ebony Board
Abalone Muti Hued Inlays
Ivory Pyramid Bridge
Engraved Louis Handle Machine Heads and Floral Button Inlays
Internally/Externally Original
Condition 9/10 ( Exceptional +++ )
Sound/Tone
The instrument has exceptional tone and feel and sonically has the tonal characteristics which is both warm and precise so is the optimum
Comments
The above is somewhat of a unique in terms of condition and originality it is one the world's finest example of this highly desired variant of a Martin 042 that features original ivory pyramid bridge, hand engraved Louis Handle Machine Head Base Plates and Floral Buttons