Feel Like A Heel
Necks and Heels on C. F. Martin Guitars
The earliest Martin guitars had what is known as an "ice cream cone" heel, for obvious reasons:
Many of these necks have a raised fretboard extension, and are adjusted by a clock key mechanism.
Comparison of neck joints with clock key adjustments on a Stauffer and Hudson St. Martin.
The first "Spanish" Martins were a distinct style with specific features, including a line though the middle of the sides, and an elegant heel, often made with two pieces of wood.
1840's Spanish Style Martin and Coupa
1840's Spanish Style Martin
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