Martin F Serial Number Location?

[Wid Willie]

I just picketed up a Martin F 2-15 and I can not located the serial number. No internal label, wood burned CF Martin Nazareth PA I can see thru the f hole. Thoughts on nature of this instrument, craftsmanship, value etc very welcomed. I am a casual guitar play and found this in a Goodwill for $80. When I saw Martin I did not look twice.

[MikeEdgerton]

Again, if it's a 2-15 it's not an F style. Where is that coming from? Does your mandolin look like this one?

[allenhopkins]

See if the serial number's stamped into the headstock, back or end.

[lenf12]

And please post some pictures. If you're looking for valuation we'll need to see it. Martin quality is normally very high so its value could be considerable compared to your $80 investment. Post as many pictures as you can, including the case, and you'll get some knowledgeable information.

Len B.
Clearwater, FL

[Wid Willie]

exactly my model minus the case and the string cover. I'll post some pics.

[Billy Packard]

!?! $80.00 ?!? For a Martin anything?

We usually only dream about things like this.

I'm doubling back by the GW store on my way home...

Billy

billypackardmandolin.com

[Wid Willie]

My hands were shaking. She's is dirty but worth saving.

[Billy Packard]

Is that a crack under the pick guard?
Congratulations on a great find. It's a beauty!

Billy

[almeriastrings]

For $80 you can put up with a bit of dirt!

Very nice indeed. Well worth getting put into full playing shape.