Acoustic-specific review
Neck resets, bridge work, crack repair, finish issues, and originality all matter.
Vintage Martin Guitar Appraisal
We help owners and heirs evaluate vintage Martin guitars before deciding whether to keep, insure, or sell. That includes D-18s, D-28s, 000s, 00s, OM-era instruments, and other historically significant Martin acoustics.
Family-held Martins
Many of the best Martins come from long-held family ownership, not dealer pipelines.
Clear selling context
We help you understand market significance before discussing any sale path.
What to Photograph for a Martin Appraisal
- Full front and back
- Headstock front and rear
- Interior stamp or serial number area
- Bridge, pickguard, fretboard, and saddle
- Any cracks, repairs, or neck angle concerns
Common Martin Searches We Help With
How much is my old Martin worth?
Model, year, structural condition, finish originality, and repair history all influence the answer.
Should I restore it before I sell it?
Not before documentation and appraisal context. The wrong repair sequence can hurt value.