PRE-OWNED Martin 0 Style Soprano Ukulele - Mahogany with Hard Shell Case

The Martin 0 Style Soprano Ukulele: Historic Tone, Honest Charm

Vintage Martin Craftsmanship in a Soprano Ukulele Package

Crafted between 1922 and 1927, this Martin Style 0 soprano ukulele embodies the understated excellence that defined early 20th-century American lutherie. Built with an all-mahogany body and no body binding, this uke has the pure, unadorned character that lets the wood and craftsmanship speak for themselves. The tone is unmistakably Martin, focused, resonant, and warm, making this a coveted piece for collectors and serious players alike.

Built for Tone, Not for Show

This Style 0 model was the most minimalist in Martin’s ukulele lineup, but it delivers rich, balanced sound that belies its modest appearance. Mahogany’s natural warmth shines through in every note, offering a dry, woody voice ideal for solo playing or vintage ensemble settings. Small dot inlays, a 12-fret rosewood fingerboard, and bar frets complete the austere charm of this historic instrument.

Aged Elegance with Honest Wear

Visible etchings on the back of the headstock and a professionally repaired crack on the lower side of the body mark this instrument’s journey. Additional damage includes some dents and scratches consistent with age, including on the headstock, treble side, lower bout top, along the 1st, 3rd, 4th and 7th and 8th frets, and a dent on the back. These details don't detract—they authenticate. With nearly a century behind it, this Martin uke carries the kind of honest wear that tells its own story while remaining structurally sound and stage-ready.

Period-Correct Features and Playing Feel

This model predates the introduction of Martin's front-headstock decal and T frets, situating it firmly in the 1922–1927 production window. It features rosewood friction pegs and the iconic “C.F. Martin & Co.” stamp on the back of the headstock. The bar frets and ebony nut offer a true vintage playing feel, connecting your hands directly to a bygone era of instrument making.

A Collector’s Companion

Whether you're a Martin enthusiast, a collector of historic stringed instruments, or a dedicated player seeking authentic vintage tone, this Style 0 soprano ukulele is a standout. It comes housed in a hard shell case for safe storage and transport and includes friction peg lubricant to ensure smooth tuning stability.

Specifications:

• Mahogany body

• No body binding

• 12-fret rosewood fingerboard with bar frets

• Small dot inlays

• Ebony nut

• Rosewood friction pegs

• C.F. Martin & Co. stamp on back of headstock

• Professionally repaired crack on lower body side

• Visible etchings on headstock

• Includes hard shell case and friction peg lubricant

This item is at Five Star Guitars on consignment. As a result, all sales are final.

This is a used item and ships fully insured with signature required.