1965 Martin D21 Brazilian Rosewood - SOLD!

[elkabong]

Originally Posted by rumble

Down right beautiful. I’ve got a4 year old Arabian Stallion I’ll trade for the D21..
What a dream boat guitar. GLWS!

Thanks. As much as I love horses; I have no barn...

[elkabong]

Now also available on Reverb.(With 'fees adjusted' pricing)... Buy here & save $$$

[383roller]

I have a 1965 Gibson J-45 with the same case original to it. I hadn’t seen that color before either, in fact yours is the only other one. So, maybe it was specific to 65 only, therefore somewhat rare to see.

[elkabong]

Originally Posted by 383roller

I have a 1965 Gibson J-45 with the same case original to it. I hadn’t seen that color before either, in fact yours is the only other one. So, maybe it was specific to 65 only, therefore somewhat rare to see.

Yes. It is quite a bit of a rarity from what I've read.

Great case too. The "Emerald Green" interior looks quite "Regal"!

[Matts67]

I'm a bit surprised that anyone would think that's red spruce. Your original post mentioned that an inquiry was sent to Martin about this, but it looks like it's been removed - did they ever write back?

[elkabong]

Originally Posted by Matts67

I'm a bit surprised that anyone would think that's red spruce. Your original post mentioned that an inquiry was sent to Martin about this, but it looks like it's been removed - did they ever write back?

Well, as I said in my OP; I personally had no idea, so I asked two experts their opinions & that's what their take was.... As far as Martin Guitars; Yes, I heard back from Martin just yesterday & have amended my post accordingly.

[zoopeda]

Beautiful. D21s are such gems of the vintage guitar world. Aesthetic is so sharp, and the Brazilian bridge gives it such a nice tone. I sold a ‘57 I sure miss. Yours is pretty. Good luck all.

[elkabong]

Originally Posted by zoopeda

Beautiful. D21s are such gems of the vintage guitar world. Aesthetic is so sharp, and the Brazilian bridge gives it such a nice tone. I sold a ‘57 I sure miss. Yours is pretty. Good luck all.

Thanks zoopeda. Yes, both the Brazilian bridge & fingerboard on this guitar are a beautiful very "Dark Chocolate" hue. Looking almost like ebony, but 'not quite'...

I'm sure I'll miss it as well, but I just have to thin the herd....

[elkabong]

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[Jsparr1983]

PM sent! Looking forward to reviewing this guitar with you

[NervousNrG]

I saw its a 1-11/16 nut. Do you have neck 1st and 10th fret thickness measurements? V-profile?

[elkabong]

Hi;

Yes, Typical Martin 1-11/16" nut width. As for the neck, I'd say "Soft V".

Neck thickness @ 1st fret- 7/8" (22.5mm)

Neck Thickness @ 10th fret- 1-1/16" (27 mm)

Please see pics

[NervousNrG]

Thanks. This sounds like a really great D-21.

[elkabong]

I've had a few questions about action & saddle height.

As you can see in these pics the action is Perfect! @ just under 1/8" @ the 12th fret.

The saddle has lots to spare 'in case' you'd want to go even lower.

String 'break angle' over the saddle is ideal!

Neck is nice & straight with just the right amount of relief.

If anyone needs any other pics or info; just let me know!

[elkabong]

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