This one is a real survivor!
It's a player and sounds amazing and needed a full restoration.
Recently back from our renowned and expert luthier John Higgins, who did miraculous and extensive work on this.
-Remove Bridge-Splint, cleat and touch up center seam crack
-Glue small top crack/treble side
-Cut and install new pickguard
-even out top finish
-Make and install new bridge
-repair bass side crack
-repair back crack
-remove neck/rebuild dovetail
-Reset neck
-Repair end of fingerboard and re-install
-True up fingerboard/refret w/ LMI FW74
-reshape, ship and re-file nut
-cut and install new saddle
-restring w/ .012-.053
-setup
14 fret. This vintage 1937 Martin 00-18 is a rare and wonderful guitar, in Very Good condition for an 88 year old guitar. The neck has been correctly reset and the fingerboard has a correct radius and nice, clean new frets. There's a little original finish on the top with overspray, and the back and sides are refinished. This was done at an unknown time and the way we acquired the guitar. This 00-18 has an exceptionally clear, clean tone and is quick and responsive whether playing with fingers or a pick.Comes with newer SKB hard case.
Here's more info and specs;
The 1937 Martin 00-18 is a highly sought-after vintage acoustic guitar, known for its warm, balanced tone and exceptional craftsmanship. Built during Martin’s "Golden Era," this small-bodied guitar features: Body Size: 00 (Grand Concert) Top Wood: Adirondack Spruce Back & Sides: Mahogany Bracing: Scalloped X-bracing (pre-war style) Neck: Mahogany with a soft V-shape profile Fretboard: Ebony Scale Length: 24.9" Nut Width: Around 1 3/4" Bridge: Ebony with a long saddle Tuners: Open-back Waverly-style These guitars are prized for their sweet midrange, articulation, and incredible responsiveness, making them perfect for fingerpicking and light strumming. The 1937 model, in particular, is among the most collectible vintage Martins, with pre-war models commanding premium prices due to their superior tone and craftsmanship.
Serial #66874