Martin D-18 1937, Natural
$85,000.00
| Instrument | Dreadnought |
| Brand | Martin |
| Model | D-18 |
| Finish | Natural |
| SKU | GF10588-A |
| Handedness | Right |
| Made In Year | 1937 |
| Top | Adirondack Spruce |
| Back and Sides | Mahogany |
| Neck/Fingerboard | Mahogany/Ebony |
| Bridge Material | Ebony |
| Tuners | Open Back Grover Tuners |
| Radius | 16" |
| Neck Profile | V |
| Neck Depth | 0.873" - 1.065" |
| Scale Length | 25.4" |
| Nut Width | 1.762" |
| String Spacing at Saddle | 2.304" |
| Contains Brazilian Rosewood (Y/N) | N |
| Electronics | None |
| Case | Vintage hard shell case |
| Modifications/Repairs | Neck reset, refret, bridge reglue, repaired center seam top crack (lower bout), repaired hairline top cracks along lower bout, replacement G-string bridge pin, top overspray to address crack repairs |
| Condition Notes | Exceptionally clean - some cracks to note and light overspray, but all-in-all a striking example |
This 1937 Martin D-18 is an early example of a pre-war dreadnought, a model that is increasingly difficult to encounter in such preserved condition. Built with an Adirondack spruce top and mahogany back and sides, it delivers a dry, immediate response with a strong fundamental, clear mids, and a controlled low end that stays focused under a firm attack. The lightweight construction contributes to a quick, open voice with strong note separation across the register.
It has undergone careful maintenance over time, including a neck reset, refret, and bridge reglue. There are several repaired cracks on the top, including a center seam separation in the lower bout and a few hairline cracks in the same area, all of which have been addressed. A light overspray has been applied to the top to even out these repairs. Additionally, the G-string bridge pin has been replaced.
The guitar remains exceptionally clean for its age, with minimal wear beyond the noted repairs. It stands as a notably well-preserved example of a 1937 D-18, offering a rare opportunity to own one in this condition.
