We've just arrived at this miraculous arrival: a Martin 5K, one of the most iconic ukuleles ever made, produced between 1922 and 1927. It's estimated that a total of 727 original 5Ks were produced. It's in collector's condition and comes with the original violin-shaped hard case.
The total number of original 5Ks produced is said to be 727.
This instrument was made between 1922 and 1927.
It is in collector's condition and comes with the original violin-shaped hard case.
The Martin Style 5K was the pinnacle of ukulele production during the golden age of the 1920s. This is an original vintage piece from that era, making it extremely rare and highly sought after.
The Style 5K features a luxurious finish, featuring carefully selected beautiful curly Hawaiian Koa and generous abalone accents. The tone is vibrant yet solid, retaining the distinctive Martin resonance that has been present for nearly 100 years.
The exterior shows numerous weathering marks typical of vintage guitars, including a few cracks in the paintwork. There is also a slight bulge on the top surface around the bridge, but this does not pose a structural problem or affect playability.
These paint cracks have been lightly sanded down in the past, leaving some areas slightly glossy, but no major work has been done to the wood or paint itself, such as repairing or repainting, and the original atmosphere has been well preserved.
Very few instruments are in such good condition and highly original, making this an extremely valuable instrument both as a collector's item and for playing.
Specs (original 1920s)
Body size: Soprano Top: Curly Hawaiian Koa (solid wood)
Sides and back: Curly Hawaiian Koa (solid wood)
Neck: Mahogany Fingerboard/Bridge: Ebony Position Marks: Abalone Inlay Binding: Ivoroid + Abalone Purfling Rosette: Abalone Inlay Nut/Saddle: Bone Tuners: Friction Type (original specifications from that time)
Finish: Nitrocellulose lacquer Scale: Approx. 343mm (13.5 inches)
Nut width: approx. 35mm
Sales price: ¥2,530,000 (tax included)
Original hard case included
