Martin 0-18 (1944) Vintage Acoustic Guitar The 1944 Martin 0-18 is a rare opportunity to own a genuine wartime Martin with 80 years of character, craftsmanship and beautifully aged acoustic tone. Its compact 0-size body delivers surprising volume, warmth and projection, making it an exceptional choice for blues, fingerstyle and singer-songwriters. Vintage Tone with a Bigger Voice An Adirondack red spruce top paired with mahogany back and sides produces a warm, mid-focused sound with a quick, clear response. Despite its smaller body, this 0-18 delivers impressive volume and presence. Effortless Playing Feel The 24¾" short-scale neck offers reduced string tension for comfortable fretting, expressive bends and responsive fingerpicking. Low action and excellent tuning stability make this vintage instrument a pleasure to play. Why Choose This 1944 Martin? Own a piece of Martin's wartime history with the distinctive sound and naturally aged character that make vintage acoustic guitars so desirable. Features Original finish with authentic heavy vintage wear Adirondack red spruce top Mahogany back and sides Compact 0-size body 24¾" short-scale neck Warm, mid-focused acoustic tone Low, playable action Excellent tuning stability Structurally sound Replacement bridge Specifications Brand Martin Year 1944 Model 0-18 Made in USA Colour Natural Body Adirondack red spruce top with mahogany back and sides Neck Mahogany (Soft V) Radius 16" Inlays Graduated mother-of-pearl dots Scale Length 24 3/4" (short scale) Nut Width 1 11/16" Fretboard Brazilian Rosewood Case Yes Sourced from Dallas, TX Condition note: This is a vintage instrument with substantial natural finish wear and a replaced bridge. No apparent breaks or major repairs have been identified. For more information on this instrument, please email [email protected].
