| Re: Martin Serial Numbers
It is not unheard of to find a vintage horn in "pristine" condition. I have several, including Martins.
Also, many horns are "restored" to "like-new" condition, fooling even the most discerning "experts" (hate that word!). Remember the "Shroud of Turin" controversy?
Serial-number lists are notoriously unreliable, as sourced from companies that have changed ownership during their history.
Enjoy your horn. It is not considered a high-level "collectible" instrument, whatever the year of origin.
Robt |