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Dreadnought

Martin D-18 1948, Natural

$9,000.00
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InstrumentDreadnought
BrandMartin
ModelD-18
FinishNatural
SKUGF8477-A
HandednessRight
Made In Year1948
TopSpruce
Back and SidesMahogany
Neck/FingerboardMahogany/Brazilian Rosewood
Bridge MaterialBrazilian Rosewood
TunersReplacement Waverly
Radius16"
Neck ProfileSoft "V"
Neck Depth0.876" - 0.993"
Scale Length25.4"
Nut Width1.646"
String Spacing at Saddle2.177"
Contains Brazilian Rosewood (Y/N)Y
ElectronicsNone
CaseCrossrock Hard Shell Case
Modifications/RepairsComplete refinish, replaced tuners, refret, strap button added to heel, holes drilled for tailpiece, replacement saddle and ebony bridge pins, bridge plate reglued, shimmed original nut, neck reset, neck overspray, reemed for electronics, small closed crack on lower bout treble side
NoteCVG technicians use calipers to provide the accurate measurements found above. We acknowledge variance within the manufacturing process and treat each instrument as an individual case. The following are common industry nut width fractions converted to decimal form
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”

This 1948 D-18 offers beautiful vintage Martin tone and excellent playability. The warm, lived-in sound of this guitar is perfect for a singer-songwriter or flatpicker looking for a cannon companion. It has been completely refinished with some of the finish peeling, especially on the bottom. For its full list of repairs head over to the Specs tab.

Includes white Crossrock hard shell case.

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