I would definately go with the Martin just a question of which body size. I have the D-15m but played the 000-15m to I wouldn't have been unhappy with either model but I just liked the dread Sound a little better. Try Maurys music for pricing it's less than $1000. I wouldn't worry about the satin finish or lack of bindings. If that really bothers you try LA guitar sales they have some custom models with binding and gloss.
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Martin D-41
Eastman E10-OM SB
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