The Granary Collection - 1979 Martin Fleeson classical guita...

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£1,200 - £1,800

The Granary Collection - 1979 Martin Fleeson classical guitar, made in England; Back and sides: rosewood; Top: natural spruce; Neck: cedar; Fretboard: ebony; Frets: nickel; Tuners: engraved brass with pearloid buttons; Nut width: 54mm; Scale length: 660mm; Case: hard case

*Sold with UK non-transferable domestic CITES A10 certificate no. 24GBA10U4O336  (domestic use only)

*From The Granary Collection

Martin Fleeson (1934-1985) was an English maker with a reputation good enough to get his name published in a chart of the finest guitar makers since 1800. He was self-taught and began to build professionally in 1967. John Williams occasionally uses a Fleeson on his recordings (the latest being on his Magic Box CD, 2001) when he needs a contrast to his Smallman.

Condition notes: this guitar generally appears to be in good condition and free of any major repairs although there are surface marks around. There is some tarnishing/oxidisation to the frets which will need cleaning.