OhioBelle
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This 1K was dated by the shop to 1933, by the decal on the headstock and the presence of bar frets. So I am calling it a Centennial. Not to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Martin's first ukulele, but the 100th anniversary of Martin's founding.
I held this beauty in my arms and felt that instant jolt of love and recognition - THE ONE. No question about it. I stood there strumming and playing with a crazy surge of happiness and knew I had to have it.
After bringing it home, it passed the ultimate Fiero sniff test. Smells like old wood and old music. I can't find any cracks in the top or sides, and only one repaired back crack. The action feels perfect, the neck feels perfect, and the sound is magical. Loud and warm, and as sparkling as the koa in the sunlight.
Now I understand.
I held this beauty in my arms and felt that instant jolt of love and recognition - THE ONE. No question about it. I stood there strumming and playing with a crazy surge of happiness and knew I had to have it.
After bringing it home, it passed the ultimate Fiero sniff test. Smells like old wood and old music. I can't find any cracks in the top or sides, and only one repaired back crack. The action feels perfect, the neck feels perfect, and the sound is magical. Loud and warm, and as sparkling as the koa in the sunlight.
Now I understand.