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Hello Guitar Friends, welcome to Ruhr Guitars - your premier source for used acoustic guitars. Here you will find a large selection of modern steel string guitars and beautiful vintage guitars. We are always interested in buying or trading quality acoustic guitars. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us. You can reach us by phone at +4915566467985. You can also take a look at our website: ruhr-guitars.com For sale is an extremely rare Martin 5-16, a Mini-Martin that was only produced in very limited quantities from 1962 to 1963. A total of only 127 of these guitars were made. This model temporarily replaced the better-known 5-18, which had been one of the company’s most popular guitars since the 1950s. The 5-16 stands out for its small yet powerful design and sparkling sound, making it perfect for travel, studio recordings, or even live performances.This guitar features a mahogany body, combined with a spruce top, and a fretboard and bridge made from rosewood. Despite its compact size, it is a professional instrument with excellent playability and sound quality.Condition: The guitar is in great condition. There are plenty of signs of use but no breaks, cracks, or other damage. It simply looks fantastic with this vintage look—authentic and charming. The frets are in top condition, contributing to its superb playability.The guitar comes with a modern soft gig bag.Specifications:Model: Martin 5-16 (1962) Body material: Mahogany Top material: Spruce Fretboard & bridge: Rosewood Scale length: 21 3/8″ (543 mm) Nut width: 1 5/8″ (41 mm) Body width: 11 1/4″ (28.6 cm) Body depth: 4″ (10.2 cm) Overall length: 33 3/8″ (84.8 cm) Neck shape: V-shape Bridge & nut: Bone Original tuners: Yes Finish: Original, with light checkingString height at the 12th fret: E = 3.25 mm e = 2.25 mm We choose our guitars carefully and want to resell them with a clear conscience. That is why we describe the guitars for sale as accurately as possible. Each guitar is thoroughly checked and optimized by our luthier before being sold. The guitars can be played in Hattingen by appointment. We want you to be happy with the guitar you have bought. Sometimes, however, you can only tell if a guitar is right for you after playing it for a while. If this is not the case, you have the right to return the guitar to us within 14 days. We ship insured and professionally packed by DHL or UPS. You can pay by bank transfer, Paypal and cash. A video call via Whats App to see the guitar live is possible at any time. We look forward to your inquiries Your Ruhr Guitars Team

The Martin D-16 is a versatile acoustic guitar suitable for both seasoned performers and beginners. It features a dreadnought body shape, known for its bold and full tones, making it an excellent choice for various music styles.