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    1943 Martin D-18 Natural Acoustic Guitar, #85237. ...

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    • Musical Instruments:Acoustic Guitars, 1943 Martin D-18 Natural Acoustic Guitar, #85237. ...
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    1943 Martin D-18 Natural Acoustic Guitar, #85237. Unrepaired, tight crack from impact in upper tremble bolt but otherwise a crack free instrument. Has very heavily worn neck scratches and play worn finish. The bridge has been re-contoured and its original size and shape may not be original. Needs a neck reset and a new bridge for proper playability. The fret board has been thinned and re-fretted. The plastic tuner grommets are not original and there is one lose back brace. The interior of the guitar is bright and clean with original bridge plate. Newer hard case included. Condition: Good

    Auction Info

    Auction Dates
    May, 2011
    20th-21st Friday-Saturday
    Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 7
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