Introduced in 1929, the Style 15 mandolin along with the Style 20 (2-point) were the first carved top instruments made by the C.F. Martin company. They had oval holes and beautifully flamed maple backs and sides, and...

This Dreadnought, made in the last year of the herringbone binding, is one of the best sounding Martins I’ve owned. As you can see, it has been played! There's a spot next to the bridge where the wear went below the...