Martin D-18 1937, Natural

$75,000.00

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Specs


Instrument	Dreadnought
Brand	Martin
Model	D-18
Finish	Natural
SKU	GF9001-A
Handedness	Right
Made In Year	1937
Top	Adirondack Spruce
Back and Sides	Mahogany
Neck/Fingerboard	Mahogany/Ebony
Bridge Material	Ebony
Tuners	Replacement Waverly tuners
Neck Profile	Soft V
Neck Depth	0.826" - 1.030"
Scale Length	25.4"
Nut Width	1.748"
String Spacing at Saddle	2.348"
Contains Brazilian Rosewood (Y/N)	Y
Electronics	N/A
Case	50s hardshell case
Modifications/Repairs	Replacement Waverly tuners, new nut, refret, neck reset, added strap pin at heel, b-string top crack cleated, new bridge, bridge pins, and saddle, heel crack repair with finish touch-up
1 9/16”	1.563”
1 5/8”	1.625”
1 11/16”	1.688”
1 3/4”	1.750”
1 7/8”	1.875”

Description

Few acoustic guitars achieve the revered "grail" status of an original pre-war Martin D-18. Renowned as the workhorse of bluegrass music, the D-18 is celebrated for its thoughtful design, warm tonewoods, and understated aesthetics. This particular example is in remarkably clean condition for its age and has undergone essential repairs and updates to ensure optimal playability for years to come.

Notable updates include a replacement set of Waverly tuners, a new nut, a refret, a neck reset, and the addition of a strap pin at the heel. Repairs include a cleated B-string top crack, a heel crack repair with finish touch-up, and the installation of a new bridge, bridge pins, and saddle. The guitar boasts beautifully grained Adirondack spruce, supported by forward-shifted scalloped X-bracing, all preserved under its original thin finish. The tone is articulate, responsive, and truly a flatpicker's dream. Includes a 1950s hardshell case.

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