1978 Franklin Guitars OM
View this listing at Carter Vintage Guitars →
About this guitar
This is a 1978 Franklin Guitars OM, currently in stock at Carter Vintage Guitars in Nashville, Tennessee and listed at $8,550. Nashville Guitar Finder tracks it alongside the rest of the city's boutique and vintage inventory so you can compare it without hopping between shop websites. The shop is always the source of truth for price, condition, and availability — confirm details with them before you make the drive.
This 1978 Franklin Guitars OM is a finely crafted early example from luthier Nick Kukich, known for his meticulous attention to detail and tone. Built in the tradition of prewar Orchestra Models, it features a Sitka spruce top, Indian rosewood back and sides, and herringbone purfling. The guitar offers a clear, articulate voice with impressive balance and sustain—hallmarks of Franklin’s boutique craftsmanship. A rare and resonant instrument from the early days of the modern luthiery movement. Check out the Specs tab for the full repair history. Includes the original hardshell case.