2005 Martin D-45 Mike Longworth #79

A limited-edition model commemorating one of Martin’s most influential employees, Mike Longworth. In 1968 Mike had Martin bring back the legendary D-45 after not being in production since World War II. Mike was famous for his pearl inlays which he also made for the banjo community. HIs respect for pre-war D-45’s was profound.

These were limited to 91 guitars just like the original pre-war D-45’s. Features include an Adirondack Spruce top, premium East Indian rosewood back and sides, forward forward-shifted scalloped top bracing, just like pre-war Martins. Also has a 30’s style bridge and saddle, grained ivoroid binding, snowflake inlays, and lots of abalone pearl. The interior label is signed by CF Martin IV and Mike’s widow Sue Longworth.

A collectible from the day they were produced. This guitar has some wrinkling of the interior labels from a Humidipak injury but it is otherwise very clean with only the slightest nicks and dings. It wasn’t played professionally, only loved at home. The tone is huge with a deep clear bass and long sustaining treble. Comes with the original hard case. Consigned.