1943 Martin 00-18 Flat Top Natural "War Time Era" w/SSC

$17,995

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Brand in listing: Martin
Category: Acoustic guitar
Condition: Not specified by the source
Source country: US
Year in seller's title: 1943

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1943 Martin 00-18 Flat Top Natural "War Time Era" w/SSC This Item Is Located At IVG Sherman Oaks The Guitar Is In Very Good Overall Condition (Please See Photos) Original "War Time" Martin Flat Top Guitar Adirondack Spruce Top Shows Cosmetic Playwear Throughout Including Checking, Scratches, Marks And Dings (As Shown) Professionally Reset Bridge Original Pickguard Shows Minor Signs Of Shrinking And Cosmetic Cracks In Wood At Lower Bout (As Shown) Non-Original Bridge Pins Smaller Top Repair At Upper Side On Lower Bout, Crack Is Stable And Does Not Affect Playability (Please See Photos) Mahogany Back And Sides Show Moderate Playwear Including Scratch Marks On Back (See Photos) Professionally Reset Mahogany Neck With Rosewood Fretboard Frets Are Low, But In Good Playable Condition Fretboard Shows Some Dents In "Cowboy" Position Up To 3rd Fret The Guitar Plays Smoothly With Low Action Original Tuners Low E-String Tuner Button Shows Some Shrinking Weight: 2lbs 10oz Nut Width: 1.70" Neck Depth At 1st Fret: .84" Neck Depth At 10th Fret: .98" Guitar Comes With Period Correct Soft Shell Case (Please See Photos) The 1943 Martin 00-18 is a rare and highly sought-after gem from the golden era of American guitar craftsmanship. Built during World War II, this instrument showcases Martin’s ingenuity and commitment to quality even amid material shortages. Featuring a solid mahogany back and sides paired with a resonant Adirondack spruce top (or early Sitka on some), the 00-18 delivers a warm, articulate voice with remarkable balance and projection—perfect for fingerstyle, folk, or light strumming. Its comfortable 14-fret, small-body design offers exceptional playability, while period-specific details like tortoiseshell celluloid binding and a teardrop pickguard exude vintage charm. Wartime construction, including non-scalloped braces and the absence of an adjustable truss rod, makes this model especially collectible. With its rich tonal palette and histo

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