The formula for C.F. Martin & Co.'s success has always been an unparalleled commitment to precise handcraftsmanship blended with optimum tonewoods, innovation, and singular design.
This family business has persevered from the Civil War
An employee since 1976, Dick Boak has held many positions at C.F. Martin & Co. During his time with the company, he initiated their highly visible signature edition guitar program that has produced artist models for more than 100 legendary musicians, including Eric Clapton, Paul Simon, Jimmy Buffett, Tom Petty, Steve Miller, Joan Baez, Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson, John Mayer, and Sting. Dick currently manages the company's museum and archives. C.F. Martin IV is the chairman and majority shareholder of C.F. Martin & Co. and the sixth generation of the Martin family to run the business. Under his leadership, the company maintains its integrity while growing and prospering to unprecedented new heights.
