Martin 2-17, manufactured in 1923. Over 100 years of matured sound!! Parts available. Main store.
Description
Condition
String Height
Approximately 2mm on the 6th string side and 1.4mm on the 1st string side at the 12th fret.
No buzzing or other issues; playability is good.
Fret Life
Approximately 70% remaining
Neck Condition & Truss Rod Remaining
Good neck condition.
No truss rod remaining.
Saddle Remaining
2.5mm on the 6th string side and 2mm on the 1st string side
Scratches, Repairs, etc.
There are scratches and paint deterioration commensurate with its age.
There are several cracks around the bridge that appear to have been repaired with glue.
The nut, saddle, bridge, bridge pins, and end pins have been replaced.
Currently, there is slight lifting of the bridge.
Accessories
Includes a generic hard case and a 6-month validity certificate.
1923 Martin 2-17
A hidden gem, the Martin Guitar 2-17, which produces a dry harmonic tone and vivid response that is unimaginable from its small body.
Introduced in 1922, this model is known as a historic model, the first Martin guitar to be designed with steel strings in mind, laying the foundation for the golden age of flat-top steel-string guitars. The dry, focused tone, characteristic of its all-mahogany construction, is a stark contrast to its unadorned, simple appearance, revealing a powerful personality from the very first note.
The compact, easy-to-hold Size 2 body offers a perfect balance of handling, comparable to a parlor or small-sized guitar in modern terms. It's also incredibly lightweight at just 1.12 kg. The response is extremely fast, and the sound rises even with a light touch, allowing for delicate expression that lets you feel the very texture of the wood in fingerstyle playing. On the other hand, for rougher strumming styles like blues and traditional music, it delivers a vintage tone with a dry, airy feel reminiscent of old records.
The all-mahogany construction, from the top to the sides and back, offers a unique blend of simplicity and responsiveness that sets it apart from rosewood guitars. The sound image is tight, the contours are clear, and even simple chords resonate with rich atmosphere. The light, resonant tone, particularly characteristic of pre-war Martins, is a charm rarely found in current models.
The simple 17-style design with minimal ornamentation, slotted headstock, 12-fret joint, and compact body shape—all of these elements contribute to the unique, classic Martin feel of this guitar.
This is a guitar that focuses on the music itself, not flashiness.
This is a special model that allows you to fully appreciate the simple aesthetic of Martins from 100 years ago and the unique atmosphere of a vintage instrument.
Japan Main Store
Approximately 1 minute walk from JR Shin-Okubo Station.
We offer a wide selection of high-quality acoustic guitars and ukuleles, including Martins.
We also have a Martin-certified repairman on staff, so please feel free to consult us regarding adjustments before purchase and after-sales care.
We have a soundproof testing room.
Our flagship store has a soundproof testing room, allowing you to carefully consider your purchase in a quiet environment.
Reservations are required, so please contact us in advance.
Shopping loans are welcome.
You can pay in up to 48 installments using our designated shopping loan company.
If you need more than 48 installments, you can use our extended payment plan up to 84 installments.
We also offer a pre-payment simulation.
Please contact us for details.
Buyback, trade-in, and consignment sales.
Please feel free to contact us regarding buyback, trade-in, and consignment sales.
We also accept appraisals via email and online.
Japan Flagship Store Acoustic Guitar Floor
Color: Natural Wood Grain
Year of Manufacture: 1923
Top Plate Material: Other
Side Plate Material: Mahogany
Back Plate Material: Mahogany
Body Size: Parlor Type
Accessories: Hard Case,
String Height
Approximately 2mm on the 6th string side and 1.4mm on the 1st string side at the 12th fret.
No buzzing or other issues; playability is good.
Fret Life
Approximately 70% remaining
Neck Condition & Truss Rod Remaining
Good neck condition.
No truss rod remaining.
Saddle Remaining
2.5mm on the 6th string side and 2mm on the 1st string side
Scratches, Repairs, etc.
There are scratches and paint deterioration commensurate with its age.
There are several cracks around the bridge that appear to have been repaired with glue.
The nut, saddle, bridge, bridge pins, and end pins have been replaced.
Currently, there is slight lifting of the bridge.
Accessories
Includes a generic hard case and a 6-month validity certificate.
1923 Martin 2-17
A hidden gem, the Martin Guitar 2-17, which produces a dry harmonic tone and vivid response that is unimaginable from its small body.
Introduced in 1922, this model is known as a historic model, the first Martin guitar to be designed with steel strings in mind, laying the foundation for the golden age of flat-top steel-string guitars. The dry, focused tone, characteristic of its all-mahogany construction, is a stark contrast to its unadorned, simple appearance, revealing a powerful personality from the very first note.
The compact, easy-to-hold Size 2 body offers a perfect balance of handling, comparable to a parlor or small-sized guitar in modern terms. It's also incredibly lightweight at just 1.12 kg. The response is extremely fast, and the sound rises even with a light touch, allowing for delicate expression that lets you feel the very texture of the wood in fingerstyle playing. On the other hand, for rougher strumming styles like blues and traditional music, it delivers a vintage tone with a dry, airy feel reminiscent of old records.
The all-mahogany construction, from the top to the sides and back, offers a unique blend of simplicity and responsiveness that sets it apart from rosewood guitars. The sound image is tight, the contours are clear, and even simple chords resonate with rich atmosphere. The light, resonant tone, particularly characteristic of pre-war Martins, is a charm rarely found in current models.
The simple 17-style design with minimal ornamentation, slotted headstock, 12-fret joint, and compact body shape—all of these elements contribute to the unique, classic Martin feel of this guitar.
This is a guitar that focuses on the music itself, not flashiness.
This is a special model that allows you to fully appreciate the simple aesthetic of Martins from 100 years ago and the unique atmosphere of a vintage instrument.
Japan Main Store
Approximately 1 minute walk from JR Shin-Okubo Station.
We offer a wide selection of high-quality acoustic guitars and ukuleles, including Martins.
We also have a Martin-certified repairman on staff, so please feel free to consult us regarding adjustments before purchase and after-sales care.
We have a soundproof testing room.
Our flagship store has a soundproof testing room, allowing you to carefully consider your purchase in a quiet environment.
Reservations are required, so please contact us in advance.
Shopping loans are welcome.
You can pay in up to 48 installments using our designated shopping loan company.
If you need more than 48 installments, you can use our extended payment plan up to 84 installments.
We also offer a pre-payment simulation.
Please contact us for details.
Buyback, trade-in, and consignment sales.
Please feel free to contact us regarding buyback, trade-in, and consignment sales.
We also accept appraisals via email and online.
Japan Flagship Store Acoustic Guitar Floor
Color: Natural Wood Grain
Year of Manufacture: 1923
Top Plate Material: Other
Side Plate Material: Mahogany
Back Plate Material: Mahogany
Body Size: Parlor Type
Accessories: Hard Case,