Martin 00-18 1951 - (Used)

This vintage 1951 Martin 00-18 is a wonderful example of Martin’s post-war craftsmanship, featuring a solid spruce top paired with mahogany back and sides. Compact, responsive, and remarkably expressive, the 00-18 has long been prized for its warm, woody character, articulate response, and exceptional balance—qualities that have made this model a favorite among fingerstyle players, songwriters, and collectors for generations.

Built in Nazareth, Pennsylvania, this 1951 example represents an important period in Martin’s history and offers the distinctive voice and character that can only come from more than seven decades of playing and aging. Its smaller 00 body is comfortable and highly responsive, delivering a beautifully balanced tonal palette with plenty of warmth, clarity, and vintage presence.

This is a previously owned vintage instrument in good cosmetic condition for its age. As expected from a guitar dating to 1951, it exhibits various signs of decades of use, including finish checking, scratches, small dents, and other cosmetic wear consistent with its age and history. These marks are part of the instrument’s story and contribute to its authentic vintage character.

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Serial #119462