Martin Announces First Certified Wood Model
 January 29, 1998
After years of research, C. F. Martin is proud to announce that the company has been certified by the SmartWood Program of The Rainforest Alliance to use woods in guitar production that originate from certified forests that have been independently evaluated to ensure that they meet internationally recognized environmental, social and economic standards. We are especially pleased to introduce the first Martin Certified Wood Model which makes use of certified cherry for the back, sides, neck and interior blocks, katalox for the fingerboard and bridge, and basswood for the interior lining. Although the top and braces are not certified, they are produced from reclaimed pulp logs. It is our hope that this model will lead to future Certified Wood models, thus helping to insure the responsible use of our valuable wood resources. For more information, visit their web site at www.mguitar.com. |
