The Martin D-18 is the classic workhorse dreadnought, and one of the most customized models, even early on. This one was ordered with some upgraded vintage inspired tonewoods and specs. This excellent condition pre-owned 2023 Martin D-18 Custom Shop model features old growth ‘Sinker’ Mahogany back and sides, originally cut down in the late 1800s. The areas of present day Belize and Honduras in Central America were part of a British colony at that time. Logging this old growth virgin timber deep in the rain forests to export this prime, rare timber at the time was no easy task. Using the rivers as the only means of transport, needless to say some logs did not make it. Many sunk in the mud and basically became a time capsule, aging for over a century void of oxygen to rot. Some logs take on unique, subtle coloring due to mineral deposits in the mud. This set has some wonderful coloring, which we ordered with a very light stain to highlight this wood.
Topped with an Adirondack Red Spruce top and scalloped braces, this is the wood of choice of the builders during the ‘golden era’ of guitar building, the early 1930’s through pre-war early 40’s. Other features include aging toner top finish, tortoise bindings, heel cap and wedge, Black Ebony fretboard and bridge, Nickel Waverly tuners with butterbean tuners, Old style select Abalone dot inlays, old style 18 rosette and more. This is the sound of an ‘old bone’ in a brand new build with the right upgrades.
Includes original hardshell case.
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