I hope you get it hmgberg. I was looking closely at the photos and it looks like (in the last picture) perhaps the slot on the bridge for the G string is wide at the bottom. Perhaps some enterprising luthier or home fix it guy just thought the best solution was to drill small holes and tie it off on the front side, rather than just tying a bigger knot? Maybe they could be filled and be almost unnoticeable?
Also, what do you think about the pegs? Replacements? I haven't seen a Martin with white pegs like that but I am no expert!
I think I saw a new/replacement Martin bridge on eBay recently....but I don't see it now. I look forward to hearing if you get it!