Martin D-18S Natural 1967

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Summary

Finish: Original

Body Material: Mahogany

Top Material: Spruce

Body Details: Mahogany back and sides with spruce top. A few body braces have been reglued, and there is a spruce cleat reinforcing a top crack along the left edge of the pickguard. There is a repaired crack on the back of the treble bout as well, which also has an internal cleat.

Neck Material: Mahogany

Neck Profile: "C" profile

Neck Thickness (IN): .84" (1st fret), 1.05" (9th fret)

Fingerboard Radius: 16.00"

Nut Width: 1-7/8"

Scale Length: 25 2/5"

Neck Details: Mahogany neck with unbound Brazilian rosewood fretboard, dot inlays, and non-adjustable neck reinforcement. The neck has been reset and refretted, and the nut has been replaced.

Electronics: None

Hardware: The bridge, saddle, bridge pins, and nut have all been replaced. There is a slight footprint of the original bridge visible at the back of the replaced bridge.

Weight: 3 lbs 15 oz

Cosmetic Condition: This vintage Martin acoustic guitar shows great antiquing, and the glossy finish has many signs of use over the years. There are various light scratches, dings, and buckle rash on the back of the body. There is a slight footprint of the original bridge visible on the top, as well as a repaired crack along the left edge of the pickguard. The back of the neck is nicely worn and smooth, with a few small dents and dings befitting its age.

Modifications/Repairs: -The neck has been reset and refretted -The bridge has been replaced -The nut, saddle, and bridge pins have been replaced -Repaired top crack with reinforcing cleat -Repaired back crack with cleat

Serial Number: 225001

Tech Notes: The guitar plays well with low action and optimal neck relief, and the frets are tall with light play wear. The serial number dates the guitar to 1967.

Case Details: Hardshell Case. Two of the back hinges have been repaired.