£3,800
1986 C.F. Martin Custom 000-45 acoustic guitar, made in USA; Back and sides: Indian rosewood with abalone ebony, some binding pulling to waist; Top: natural sitka spruce, minor marks; Neck: mahogany; Fretboard: ebony with snowflake and diamond inlay; Frets: minor wear; Hardware: good; Case: original hard case enclosing a copy of the Martin Custom order spec sheet; Overall condition: very good
*Custom ordered by Philip York, owner of UK Martin Distributor Dreadnought Guitar Co. Ltd with pre-War Martin appointments distinguishing it from the Standard Catalog model.
In very good condition, especially considering its age. No major marks of dings. Very minor surface scratching in places from general play, but not really noticeable without looking closely. The lack of wear on the frets would suggest little use.
The action appears ok and to most would probably be acceptable. I personal prefer a very low action and may choose to have it lowered. There is enough in the saddle to allow this, should a lower action be a preference.
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