Basically a derivative of the Norman guitars built by Normand Boucher (sadly deceased) in La Patrie Canada. Normand was given a Martin guitar for his 14th birthday and he eventually took it to pieces and designed his 1st Norman guitar to a similar pattern.

After a fire and near bankrupcy in the 80's Normand was saved by investment from Robert Godin, who's sons names Simon and Patrick now appear on the headstock of one of the best selling guitar brands in the world. The Norman, Simon Patrick and Seagull guitars are excellent value for money.