Martin D-18 1940, Natural

$16,500.00

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Specs


Instrument	Dreadnought
Brand	Martin
Model	D-18
Finish	Natural
SKU	GF10463-A
Handedness	Right
Made In Year	1940
Top	Spruce
Back and Sides	Mahogany
Neck/Fingerboard	Mahogany, Ebony
Bridge Material	Ebony
Tuners	Original Grover
Radius	17"
Neck Profile	Vintage V
Neck Depth	.8"-.98"
Scale Length	25.5"
Nut Width	1.7"
String Spacing at Saddle	2.3"
Contains Brazilian Rosewood (Y/N)	Yes
Electronics	None
Case	HSC
Modifications/Repairs	Complete refin, refret, replaced bridge, replaced bridge plate, multiple top cracks glued and cleated, Multiple back cracks glued and cleated, replaced pickguard, new nut,
Condition Notes	The refinish gives it a bit of a new guitar feel, with some great checking and light aging throughout. Crack repairs are stable and the guitar structurally is in very good condition

Description

This 1940 Martin D-18 carries the full sonic character of a pre-war dreadnought in a well-played, heavily restored package. It has undergone a complete refinish, and crack repairs on both the back and top have been glued and are secure, giving it solid structural integrity despite the extensive work.

While it’s certainly not very original from a collector standpoint, it delivers exactly what players hope for from a 1940 Martin: a dry, powerful voice with strong fundamental punch, quick response, and that unmistakable vintage feel under the hands. For someone prioritizing pre-war D-18 sound and vibe over originality, this guitar offers an authentic playing and tonal experience.

*When using Affirm, we charge an additional 3.5% fee on the total at checkout. The majority of our instruments are consignment, where CVG keeps a small percentage of each sale. To be able to cover the additional costs required to offer financing, we have to include a higher fee to the customer. The 3.5% fee will be included in and spread across your Affirm payments.