![]() Each episode profiles a unique instrument. This Old Guitar is the story behind the guitar. The action measures 8/64' at the 12th fret on the bass string and 6/64ths on the treble string. Someday someone will figure out how Vega serial numbers relate to the date of manufacture and we will thank them profusely. The Martin-Vega numbers give a clue as to when they were sold but will not tell you when they were made - or even by whom, Martin or Vega. 993 is in the middle of the serial number list so '75 - '76 is as good a guess as any other. They also crafted guitars and in the 1930’s began producing what was then becoming quite popular, the archtop guitars which looked a lot like big violins. Vega manufactured these brass instruments under the Vega and Standard brand names, Standard having good popularity as a brand as well as a loyal customer base. ![]() Vega: Martin bought Vega Banjos in 1970 and moved production to their property in 1971. Rolando: In 1916 to 1918 Martin made 261 guitar (numbered 1 to 261), and some later guitars with standard Martin serial numbers. ![]()
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