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Martin 2-15 Mandolin 1948

Martin ยท #18048
BrandMartin
TypeMandolins
Serial No.18048
PhotographyActual Photos
Archive ID48086
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The Story

2-15 Mandolin 1948

This beautiful vintage piece is a Martin 2-15 Mandolin built in 1948. The maple bodied instrument has some beautiful figuring to the back and neck. The mandolin is in great condition, however with a slight finish crack down the middle of the back. The original hardshell case is included.

Includes: Original Hardshell Case

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The Specifications

As it left The Music Zoo Tech Bench.
  • Sunburst Finish
  • Figured Maple Back, Sides and Neck
  • Rosewood Fingerboard
  • 2 lbs 2 oz.
  • .760" Neck Thickness at 1st Fret
  • 1.010" Neck Thickness at 7th Fret

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