For Sale: Martin 00-18 Authentic 1931

[rlgph]

I bought this 2016 guitar from a Forum member about 9 months ago. Since then i’ve been A/B-ing it with my Martin 000-18 GE, knowing that i could keep only one of the two. I have finally decided to keep the 000-18 GE. (Were i a blues player, i probably would have chosen the 00-18A, but i’m an old folky/singer/songwriter, and the mellowness of the larger guitar suits me better.)

The 00-18A is an outstanding guitar. This one is in excellent condition (no dings or significant scratches), and all original, with the Martin 00-18 Authentic 1931 specs, including a torrified Adirondack spruce top. Its only change is an ebony strap button added to the heel. I do have a set of ebony Martin bridge and tail pins that i'll include in case you want to replace the original plastic pins.

For a thorough review of the model, see the review at onemanz.com/guitar/reviews/acoustic-guitars/martin/00-18-authentic-1931/.

Includes the original case, but not the strap shown in two of the photos. $4300, with me paying shipping (to contiguous 48) and PayPal fees. (Discount if you can pick it up near Asheville.)








Additional photos by previous owner, Paul Leach. Thanks, Paul.

[zoopeda]

Stunning wood on that one. Beautiful guitar. Good luck, all.

[southboundtrade]

very nice. i need to sell one

[rjk4123]

I have no idea why you would sell this guitar over the 18 GE, maybe you got a dud.

The Martin 00-18 Authentic is the best modern 00 and I’ve played them all and it is better than the 1950s Martin 00 that I owned. I’m keeping mine forever and you would be wise to do the same.

[zoopeda]

Originally Posted by rjk4123

I have no idea why you would sell this guitar over the 18 GE, maybe you got a dud.

The Martin 00-18 Authentic is the best modern 00 and I’ve played them all and it is better than the 1950s Martin 00 that I owned. I’m keeping mine forever and you would be wise to do the same.

A 14 fret 000 and a 12 fret 00 are pretty different guitars. Let the guy sell his guitar. It looks like a stunning example.

[rlgph]

Originally Posted by rjk4123

I have no idea why you would sell this guitar over the 18 GE, maybe you got a dud.

Definitely not a dud. It was a very tough decision, but the 000 fits my musical tastes somewhat better. Both are among the best sounding guitars i've played.

I added a few pictures taken by the previous owner, and raised the price a bit.

[Dave12M]

I got one of these last year in fantastic condition but it cost me over $5100 all said and done. The Mahogany on yours is even nicer. Someone wise will come along I think generally these can take a little to sell just because of the limited number of people on a daily basis buying guitars in this price range nontheless 12 fret slotheads with 1 7/8” nuts.

Great opportunity for anybody to try it out. Can easily get your money back or more depending on your local market.

[rlgph]

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[garysamdavis]

Hi there - your guitar looks great. Can I call you to discuss buying it? Best regards Gary.