Description: This is the transitional version of the Style 3 mahogany ukulele Martin made in the early 1950s. Its lovely 7-ply edge and 10-ply rosette black and white binding are all in wonderful shape, as is the finish, which has darkened to a lovely gold. This 3M still features its cool center stripe on the fingerboard with dot style fret markers and the slightly longer headstock with a small Martin decal! Martin had increased its nut width to 1 7/8 around this time, making modern playing styles much easier. Overall length: 21 in. (53.3 cm.) Width: 6 3/8 in. (16.2 cm.) Depth: 2 1/4 in. (5.7 cm.) Scale length: 13 1/2 in. (343 mm.) Nut Width: 1 7/8 in. (48 mm.) This is a very well preserved example of the rare top-of-the line (for its time) mahogany 3M ukulele. While not entirely free of evidence of playtime, it is very clean overall. With a precision setup in place, it plays as excellently as it looks! These transitional models were not manufactured often by this point in Martin's distinguished history and rarely come up for sale. A vintage purple lined case is included. Excellent (E) Condition
Price: 2500 USD
Location: Madison, Wisconsin
End Time: 2024-09-23T19:50:40.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A USD
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Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 14 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Body Style: Standard
Personalize: No
Handmade: No
Vintage: Yes
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Handedness: Right Handed
Year Manufactured: 1955
Body Material: Mahogany
Model: 3M
Experience Level: Expert
Top Material: Mahogany
Finish: Natural
Number of Frets: 12
Number of Strings: 4
Unit Quantity: 1
Brand: Martin
Color: Natural
Set Includes: Case
Instrument: 3M Ukulele
Type: Soprano
