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Dreadnought

Martin D-18 1947, Natural - Refin

$9,000.00

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InstrumentDreadnought
BrandMartin
ModelD-18
FinishNatural - Refin
SKUGF11200-A
HandednessRight
Made In Year1947
TopSpruce
Back and SidesMahogany
Neck/FingerboardMahogany, Ebony
Bridge MaterialEbony
TunersOriginal
Radius17"
Neck ProfileV
Neck Depth.865"-1.068"
Scale Length25.5"
Nut Width1.668"
String Spacing at Saddle2.165"
Contains Brazilian Rosewood (Y/N)Y
ElectronicsNone
CaseHSC
Modifications/RepairsOld Re-fin, Re-fret, new bridge, previous neck reset, top crack glued and cleated, center seam glued and cleated
Condition NotesWell worn and aged. Not clean condition, but completely stable with a very nice vintaged look and feel

This D-18 has undergone a number of restorations and repairs over the years, but today it presents as a wonderfully vintage and well-loved instrument with all the character and charm you'd hope for from a guitar of this era. The refinish appears to be quite old and has clearly seen decades of playing since, giving the instrument an authentic, naturally aged appearance.

Recently refretted, it plays beautifully and offers a smooth, comfortable playing experience across the fingerboard.

Tonally, it's everything players seek in a great 1940s D-18: full-bodied and responsive, with powerful, articulate lows, clear and focused mids, and complementary highs that round out the voice beautifully. The result is a balanced yet commanding sound with excellent projection and vintage character.

Be sure to review the specifications for a complete list of repairs and restoration work.

Includes a hardshell case (HSC).

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