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Old 07-10-2018, 06:28 AM
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Just acquired this guitar, it looks original to me but I’m no expert. Definitely needs a neck reset, the action was unplayable. The frets are very worn as well. One crack about 3 inches long on the bass side along the edge. Looking for recommendations for someone to bring it back to life. Any ideas on value once it’s fixed.IMG_0796.jpgIMG_0795.jpgIMG_0794.jpgIMG_0792.jpgIMG_0791.jpgIMG_0787.jpgIMG_0788.jpgIMG_0790.jpg
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Old 07-10-2018, 06:33 AM
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Looking for recommendations for someone experienced with vintage martins to do the repair work, ideas on cost of repair and value of instrument once repaired.
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If you have a legit pre-war Martin, I would suggest sending it directly to Martin - it's worth the investment.
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Old 07-10-2018, 09:59 AM
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I would send it to John Arnold ... without question.

John contributes to the Build and Repair forum ... you could send him a PM and ask him if he is able to take it on.
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If that's a real deal pre-war shade top, then you've got quite a valuable instrument, valuable enough that it would be worth whatever it would cost to have it repaired by the best luthier you can possibly find.
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Old 07-10-2018, 10:41 AM
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Nice guitar!
If the finish is original, it could be worth over $10K. Shaded top prewar Martins are much more valuable than natural tops.
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Hi John, I sent you a PM.
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