Martin OM 18 1931, Natural

$50,000.00

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Specs


Instrument	OM and Auditorium
Brand	Martin
Model	OM 18
Finish	Natural
SKU	GF10125-A
Handedness	Right
Made In Year	1931
Top	Adirondack Spruce
Back and Sides	Mahogany
Neck/Fingerboard	Mahogany/Ebony
Bridge Material	Ebony
Tuners	Grover Patent Pend. Banjo-style Tuners
Radius	16"
Neck Profile	V
Neck Depth	0.847" - 0.940"
Scale Length	25.5"
Nut Width	1.745"
String Spacing at Saddle	2.346"
Contains Brazilian Rosewood (Y/N)	Y
Electronics	None
Case	Vintage Martin case (Fair condition, metal handle)
Modifications/Repairs	Refret, neck reset, replacement bridge, saddle and pins, overspray beneath the bridge, bridge plate plugged and re-drilled, repaired cracks and treble side lower bout, scalloped braces

Description

One of the earliest examples of Martin’s pioneering Orchestra Model, this 1931 OM-18 showcases the design that helped define the modern flattop guitar. It features its original mahogany body and Adirondack spruce top, paired with patent pending Grover banjo tuners—an identifying feature of this rare early run. The guitar has had a refret, neck reset, replacement bridge, saddle, and pins, with overspray beneath the bridge and a plugged and re-drilled bridge plate. Several cracks have been repaired, including along the treble-side lower bout, and the braces have been scalloped. A well-cared-for early OM that carries the character and voice only time can give.

Includes vintage Martin hard shell case.

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