One of the most sought after folk/singer-songwriter guitars of the 1960’s and 70’s, the “New Yorker” series of guitars were an attempt to semi-reissue a 20’s style guitar by Martin, and though not point-for-point recreations of a vintage 0 model, they came close to the semi-classical vibe that many 1920’s Martin’s carry.

With a spruce top, mahogany back and sides (and neck), and a small, single 0 body joined to the neck at the 12th fret, this guitar has a surprisingly large, warm, boomy sound despite its diminutive size. With a 1 7/8ths nut, it certainly has an early 20th Century feel, but the profile is more slim C than V.

These can only be strung with Silk and Steels at the very heaviest (Martin recommended 10 gauge strings from the factory) though they do have X-bracing, and thanks to the 70’s, were a little heavier built than their 20’s counterparts.

This example from 1976, is in amazing condition, nearly factory, with only a few bits of checking on the top. Indian rosewood bridge, fretboard, and headstock overlay. The mahogany on the back is particularly attractive, with almost a koa look to it.

Comes with a chipboard case.