PROJECT Martin OMC-160GTE (796)

This guitar is being sold as a PROJECT and while it's currently in playable condition, it needs some work from a luthier before it's ready for everyday usage. One of the seams on the three piece back is opened the entire length of the back. There are no cleats visible on the inside to point towards an attempted repair, but there is some type of white substance coming from the seam that's visible on the inside of the guitar but it's not apparent if it's glue as there's no residue on the body itself. However, the crack is still open, with one side sitting higher than the other, and the seam does not close up all the way if you push on the area. The binding is currently loose from the body in many places, and has previously been glued in a few other spots as evidenced by some glue squeeze-out residue on top of the finish. It's possible that the bridge and pickguard have been reglued at some point, as there are some scratches around each area that don't seem to be playing wear.

Otherwise, this guitar is in fair condition, but has been played heavily. The finish is full of texture and artifacts, and the finish overall is very cloudy and most of the gloss is gone. The finish is also worn through on the back of the neck near the nut. There are also many bumps, scrapes, scratches, dents and dings in the finish all over the instrument, along with some scratches on the pickguard and some tarnishing on the hardware. This guitar could use a good deep cleaning as well while the structural repairs are being performed. With some work, this will make an excellent playing and sounding guitar.

Fretwear
This guitar has some moderate wear on the first few frets, but plays great. Frets and fingerboard could use quick cleanup during the next restring.

Action
Action is medium and plays great, but may require a quick tweak to your liking.

Electronics
All electronics are original and work properly.

Case
Original Martin hardshell case included. The case is a little beat up from years of use, but is still in solid condition.