Martin
1933 Martin 0-17 Shade Top Sunburst Finish Pre-War | Small Body Mahogany Guitar 1930s Vintage, Shadetop, Shaded Top
1933 Martin 0-17 Shade Top Sunburst Finish Pre-War | Small Body Mahogany Guitar 1930s Vintage, Shadetop, Shaded Top
In stock
Couldn't load pickup availability
No Sales Tax (excl. MO):
No Sales Tax (excl. MO):
Sales Tax:
- No sales tax for all US states except Missouri
- Missouri Residents (only) must pay 6% sales tax.
Payment Options:
Payment Options:
Payment Information:
- We accept PayPal, Credit Card, bank wire transfer, bank checks, personal checks (must wait to clear). We offer discount pricing for bank transfers or other no-fee methods.
- 20% down payment holds an instrument for 30 days.
- If you'd like to check out via other methods, please email or call. Thank you!
Layaway:
Layaway:
- 20% down payment holds an instrument for 30 days.
- Other options are available by request. 30-90 days is possible.
- Down payments are non-refundable.
- If a layaway item is returned, the down payment is not refunded.
Shipping Information:
Shipping Information:
Shipping Information:
FREE SHIPPING ON ALL DOMESTIC ORDERS (lower 48)! We usually ship via FedEx. We ship worldwide via FedEx air, contact us for exact shipping price. Europe is usually around $229. Australia $299… We ship to almost every country in the WORLD! International buyers must contact us prior to purchase.
Packing:
All guitars are packed with exceptional care. Let's face it, packages are going to get thrown around and if not properly packed, they will break. We have shipped thousands and thousands of guitars of all values and know the importance of a good job packing.
Insurance:
All packages are fully insured in transit.
Please allow 24 hours for your package to acclimate. Not doing so could result in finish cracks. This is especially important in the Winter months.
Return Policy:
Return Policy:
48 hour inspection period, buyer pays shipping both ways and must be returned in the same condition as sent, no exceptions. 5% restocking fee to cover costs.
Condition Ratings:
Condition Ratings:
Condition Rating Descriptions:
Mint: blemish-free and not modified
Excellent: used instrument with minor cosmetic defects (light scratches, pick marks)
Very Good: used instrument with cosmetic defects (scratches, finish dings, buckle rash)
Good: used instrument in working order with significant cosmetic defects (scratches, dings, pick marks, buckle rash, binding cracks)
Fair: used instrument with imperfections that affect the function of the instrument
Poor: used instrument with imperfections that generally require repair
Non-Functioning: used instrument that does not work
Contact KC Vintage Guitars:
Contact KC Vintage Guitars:
1933 Martin 0-17 Shade Top Sunburst Finish Pre-War Small Body Mahogany Guitar 1930s Vintage!
Here is a rare one in the pre-war Martin world, a featherweight 1933 Martin 0-17 in a beautiful shaded top sunburst finish.
The sunburst is very subtle on this particular year, and what makes these 17s so special is that the top, back, sides, and neck all feature that bursted finish, giving the guitar a very unique look for the model.
This particular guitar has definitely seen plenty of use over its 9+ decades of existence, but it remains a very original and highly desirable pre-war Martin. The only exception is the tuners, and this rare batch of guitars originally came with very simple brass Waverly strip tuners, which are readily available if needed.
The bar frets are doing great, and the guitar appears to have had a neck reset and bridge reglue at some point in its past. There are no real cracks to speak of, other than a very small old repaired side crack. The back center seam is not open, though it is showing slightly.
Structurally, this guitar is great and doesn’t need a thing. It also sounds magnificent — immediate, open, and very alive. The action is perfect.
All of the finish is original, with that early satin-looking pre-war sheen. Condition is very good overall, especially for a 90+ year-old guitar. There is obvious finish degradation and plenty of honest play wear, including dings and scratches throughout. On the front of the headstock there is a spot around the E and just below the A tuners where the headstock overlay has a fissure that pulls a bit of the overlay up on the front, but it is isolated to the overlay and is not a crack.
It comes with the original chipboard case in very good condition.
The Details
- Condition: Very Good
- Originality: Original finish, replaced tuners
- Finish: Shaded Sunburst
- Notes: Pre-war featherweight example; bar frets; neck reset and bridge reglue in the past; very small repaired side crack; slight back center seam showing
Playability & Sound
This one plays easy and has THE sound. It’s immediate, open, and extremely responsive, with that dry, lively pre-war Martin character that makes these guitars so addictive.
Specifications
- Brand: Martin
- Model: 0-17
- Year: 1933
- Finish: Shaded Sunburst (top, back, sides, and neck)
- Frets: Original bar frets
- Tuners: Grovers
- Case: Original chipboard case
Why Buy From Kansas City Vintage Guitars?
We specialize in high-quality vintage and modern guitars for collectors and serious players alike. With over 25 years in the guitar business, we focus on accurate descriptions, originality, and transparency.
- Expert Packing: We take pride in packing guitars safely and securely
- Fully Insured Shipping: Your instrument is covered door-to-door
- Worldwide Service: We buy and sell guitars across the globe
- Trusted Vintage Dealer: Known for honest, detailed listings
Thanks from KC Vintage Guitars!
Sell Your Guitar
-
EMAIL US
kcvintage@gmail.com -
CALL US
(816)506-0860 -
CHAT WITH US
Use the chat feature below!
