This is a remarkable 1931 C. F. Martin & Company c-1 archtop that has been expertly converted to Style 18 specifications by luthier Joel Whitehead. The result is a unique vintage instrument with exceptional tone and playability.
Specifications & Features
Top: New AAA Adirondack spruce top with 1/4" scalloped bracing
Finish: Lightly aged lacquer finish to entire guitar
Scale Length: 25 3/4''
Nut Width: 1.764"
String Spacing (E–E at bridge): 2.277"
Bridge: Brazilian rosewood belly bridge with bone saddle
Bridge Pins: Ebony
Tuners: Older Grover tuners (non-original)
Frets: original bar, Frets that have recently been leveled, crowned, and dressed.
Nut & Saddle: New bone
Woods
Original Components
Neck, sides, and back
Brazilian rosewood fingerboard
Neck block and tail block
Back bracing and center strip
Original Martin peghead
Back cellulose binding with end graft
Aftermarket case
Condition
This is a well-loved vintage instrument with visible wear throughout, including scratches, dings, and surface blemishes consistent with its age. The top has been carefully aged to visually match the rest of the guitar.
Playability & Tone
The guitar plays beautifully and delivers a rich, resonant tone with excellent responsiveness—an inspiring instrument for both players and collectors.
This is a remarkable 1931 C. F. Martin & Company c-1 archtop that has been expertly converted to Style 18 specifications by luthier Joel Whitehead. The result is a unique vintage instrument with exceptional tone and playability.
Specifications & Features
Top: New AAA Adirondack spruce top with 1/4" scalloped bracing
Finish: Lightly aged lacquer finish to entire guitar
Scale Length: 25 3/4''
Nut Width: 1.764"
String Spacing (E–E at bridge): 2.277"
Bridge: Brazilian rosewood belly bridge with bone saddle
Bridge Pins: Ebony
Tuners: Older Grover tuners (non-original)
Frets: original bar, Frets that have recently been leveled, crowned, and dressed.
Nut & Saddle: New bone
Woods
Original Components
Neck, sides, and back
Brazilian rosewood fingerboard
Neck block and tail block
Back bracing and center strip
Original Martin peghead
Back cellulose binding with end graft
Aftermarket case
Condition
This is a well-loved vintage instrument with visible wear throughout, including scratches, dings, and surface blemishes consistent with its age. The top has been carefully aged to visually match the rest of the guitar.
Playability & Tone
The guitar plays beautifully and delivers a rich, resonant tone with excellent responsiveness—an inspiring instrument for both players and collectors.
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