Martin OM kit

[BorderLibrarian]

Hi,

I want to attempt my first guitar kit. I really want a rosewood OM, as it's a sound I really like. I was looking buying a Martin kit, but the specs it lists are for a 1 11/16 nut on the fingerboard. It's a richlite fingerboard, that I want to swap out for an Ebony one.

1. Does anyone with experience of doing a Martin kit know if the neck blank has enough width for me to use a fingerboard with a 1 3/4 nut width?
2. Does anyone know if the neck is pre-shaped? If so, what profile the neck will come with? Is there enough material to shape it to taste? I want a larger neck shape. The most common Martin Modified Low Oval neck shape is too small for me.

Many thanks

[tippie53]

Martin no longer is selling kits they closed Guitar makers connection a few weeks ago
I am selling guitar kits at blues creek guitars.
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[tippie53]

if we don't have a rosewood kit listed we can make one for you

[Diane Kauffmds]

I make guitars all of the time, varying the specs. Talk to John Hall about replacing the 1 11/16" width neck with a 1 3/4".

[BorderLibrarian]

Thanks all

[BorderLibrarian]

Thanks all

[Skarsaune]

Martin no longer is selling kits they closed Guitar makers connection a few weeks ago

That's terrible news.


Get your kit from John, he'll take care of you very well.

[TEETERFAN]

I am nearing completion of my first build from one of John’s kits. He tailored the kit to my wishes and I couldn’t be happier. We chatted on the phone many times and he has provided continued support all along the way. He’s always happy to help. Price was very competitive, as well. Highly recommended!