Martin 00-18 (1943)

Martin 00-18 (1943)
Martin 00-18 (1943)
Martin 00-18 (1943)
Martin 00-18 (1943)
Martin 00-18 (1943)
Martin 00-18 (1943)
Martin 00-18 (1943)
Martin 00-18 (1943)
Martin 00-18 (1943)
Martin 00-18 (1943)
Martin 00-18 (1943)
Martin 00-18 (1943)
Martin 00-18 (1943)
Martin 00-18 (1943)
Martin 00-18 (1943)
Martin 00-18 (1943)
Martin 00-18 (1943)
Martin 00-18 (1943)
Martin 00-18 (1943)
Martin 00-18 (1943)
Martin 00-18 (1943)
Martin 00-18 (1943)
Martin 00-18 (1943)
Martin 00-18 (1943)
Martin 00-18 (1943)
Vintage

Martin 00-18 (1943)

Regular price $9,500.00
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Nut Width

1 11/16"
Neck Carve
Soft V
Scale Length
24 7/8"
Serial Number
85734

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This 1943 Martin 00-18 is the kind of guitar that holds a special place in the collective hearts of TME. It's likely going to be looked past because of the work that's been done to it -- but it's still a 1943 Martin 00-18. It weighs less than most paperweights. It responds like a dream. And simply put, it's got the kind of sound that only old guitars have -- that dry, fat clarity that'll make you forget about its bumps and bruises in about ten seconds. It bears repeating that this guitar sounds great; and its 14-fret 00 stature makes it, in many people's eyes, the ideal small-bodied guitar, capable of handling anything the player can throw at it while sitting in a uniquely perfect niche for ease and comfort of playability.

Condition: it's not very useful to apply adjectives to this guitar's condition rating. It's easier to say: if you're choosy about condition and cosmetics, this is not the instrument for you. If you're interested in tone & vintage guitars in "player's" condition, read on. This guitar has had numerous back and side cracks repaired, with varying degrees of artistry. There's a patch in the bass side as well; and the finish on the back & sides has been oversprayed and touched up in many areas. The bridge has been replaced; and the top sports areas of heavy wear (though it retains its original finish). The neck feels great, thanks to thousands of hours logged on it; and its finish has been worn to a matte texture. The fingerboard has been refretted. Interested buyers are welcome to call for an in-hand description! Priced with non-original hard case. Expedited shipping required at online checkout.

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Materials

Top
Red Spruce
Back & Sides
Mahogany
Neck
Mahogany
Fingerboard
Rosewood
Bridge
Rosewood
Nut & Saddle
Ebony nut & Bone saddle
Tuners
Original
Bracing
Scalloped (Rear shifted)
Construction
Hide Glue
Finish
Nitrocellulose Lacquer

Neck Specs

Carve
Soft V
Nut Width
1 11/16"
String Spacing
2 1/8"
Scale Length
24 7/8"
Truss Rod
Non-adjustable
Inlays
MOP Dots
Headstock
Brazilian Rosewood veneer w/C.F. Martin Decal

Other

Serial #
85734
Case
Non-original Hardshell

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