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| Author: | Jimmy Caldwell [ Fri Jul 16, 2010 5:42 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Antique Coffin Case |
I'm looking for a pre-1900 Martin Coffin case. Conditon is not that important. I've looked on ebay and all the obvious places, but nothing so far. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks, |
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| Author: | jackwilliams [ Fri Jul 16, 2010 5:54 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Antique Coffin Case |
Hey Jimmy, No help on an actual old coffin case, but here's a link to build one: http://mysite.ncnetwork.net/resr7g3w/ch ... /index.htm regards, jack |
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| Author: | David LaPlante [ Sat Jul 17, 2010 10:21 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Antique Coffin Case |
Hi Jimmy, A couple of general questions: -What size are you looking for? -Does it have to be a genuine Martin? or just similar... These do show up from time to time but not all that are claimed to be "Martin" are. Martin coffin cases have very specific hardware and construction (corner blocks, heavy cast handles with a "stop", spring latches or hooks, often with a shaped insert etc.) Attachment: Martin1860Case.jpg Attachment: Martin1860Case1.jpg
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| Author: | Jimmy Caldwell [ Sat Jul 17, 2010 12:28 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Antique Coffin Case |
David LaPlante wrote: Hi Jimmy, A couple of general questions: -What size are you looking for? -Does it have to be a genuine Martin? or just similar... These do show up from time to time but not all that are claimed to be "Martin" are. Martin coffin cases have very specific hardware and construction (corner blocks, heavy cast handles with a "stop", spring latches or hooks, often with a shaped insert etc.) Attachment: Martin1860Case.jpg Attachment: Martin1860Case1.jpg David, Thanks for the reply. I'm looking for a Martin case, if at all possible. Size is not really important, as I'm planning on using it as a reference to build replicas for various sizes of guitars. I'm really interested in the period details and there's nothing like having an actual example to work from. Sorry I missed the Austin exhibit a couple of weeks ago. I was really looking forward to attending, but unfortunately, family obligations kept me away. I read your post on your time in our fair city and it sounds like you hit some of the high spots. By any chance did you get over to Iron Works Bar-BQ? It's one of my favorites and the best in the downtown area. Thanks again. |
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| Author: | David LaPlante [ Sat Jul 17, 2010 12:44 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Antique Coffin Case |
Missed the BBQ Jimmy but did have dinner at Truluck's which was outstanding, also visited Guitar Rez which was fun. I have two Martin Coffin cases and would be happy to provide some photos if that would help. Send me a PM. Best |
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| Author: | Brock Poling [ Sat Jul 17, 2010 4:43 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Antique Coffin Case |
I bet you Steve Spodaryk would be able to point you in the right direction. I would shoot him an email. |
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| Author: | Jimmy Caldwell [ Sat Jul 17, 2010 5:43 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Antique Coffin Case |
Thanks David and Brock. I'll send an email to Steve. |
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| Author: | BruceHerrmann [ Sun Jul 18, 2010 1:02 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Antique Coffin Case |
I've bought a number of coffin cases on eBay over the years. The prices now are quite high and you don't see them very often. It's not uncommon to see 300-400.00 for good ones. They are often missing hardware which can be hard to replicate. True Martin cases are like the ones pictured in the thread. Many manufacturers used coffin cases in the 1800's, a lot of them had a lip around the top rather than a flat sealing surface. I have seen some really early Martin cases with that lip. Steve has built some wonderful coffin cases with that lip. Dana Bourgeois also has built some very nice coffin cases using CNC patterns. When Martin made the Stauffer model they offered it in a modern coffin case. I believe they have extras of those as they did not produce the entire run they had planned on..... |
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| Author: | David LaPlante [ Sun Jul 18, 2010 3:24 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Antique Coffin Case |
Indeed, Martin did a nice job reproducing the coffin case as an accessory for several models. They are however, heavier than the hinges of Hell................ |
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| Author: | Laurent Brondel [ Fri Jul 23, 2010 10:07 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Antique Coffin Case |
http://cgi.ebay.com/Vintage-Martin-Guit ... 024wt_1139 |
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| Author: | Jimmy Caldwell [ Fri Jul 23, 2010 12:24 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Antique Coffin Case |
Laurent Brondel wrote: http://cgi.ebay.com/Vintage-Martin-Guitar-Case-Circa-1900-/120598115558?cmd=ViewItem&pt=Guitar_Accessories&hash=item1c143534e6#ht_1024wt_1139 Thanks, Laurent. I'll keep an eye on this one. |
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| Author: | Quine [ Fri Jul 23, 2010 12:40 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Antique Coffin Case |
Hey David. How about some more photos of that case? I've been thinking of building one for a while but I've never seen one up close |
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