Serial Number: IWA2556144

Inspired by the historic “Rex” line of instruments offered by mail-order catalog in the 1930s, ‘40s and ’50s, Jim Dandy™ models embody the charm and spirit of those early Gretsch® flat-top guitars with superior playability and best-in-class-tone to boot)

Featuring a specially-designed slope shoulder body shape and a modest 24.75“ scale length, the Jim Dandy™ Dreadnought offers a refreshingly comfortable and compact form factor without sacrificing the volume, projection and bass response for which dreadnought guitars are so revered.

The X-braced body is crafted with select lightweight laminate tonewoods for an optimal balance of woody vintage tone and reliable durability, while the “C”-shape neck presents an inviting feel for hours of old-timey inspiration. Period-correct details such as a vintage-style pinned bridge, “G”-graphic pickguard, painted pinstripe purfling, 3-on-a-plate open-gear tuning machines and oversized dot fingerboard inlays combine for a nostalgic personality destined for any barnburner or jamboree.

Well suited for everything from bluesy porch pickin’ to speakeasy swingin’, the Gretsch Jim Dandy Dreadnought is a ramblin’ companion for newbies and old-timers alike.   SPECIFICATIONS

General:

• Model Number: 2711200535
• Series: Jim Dandy™
• Color: Rex Burst
• Number of Strings: 6
• Orientation: Right-Hand

Body:

• Build: Acoustic
• Body Finish: Semi-Gloss
• Body Shape: Dreadnought
• Body Material: Basswood
• Bracing: X-Bracing
• Rosette: White/Black Rings
• Body Binding: Aged White
• Body Back: Laminated Basswood
• Body Sides: Laminated Basswood
• Body Top: Laminated Basswood
• Body Depth: 4.5" (114 mm)
• Body Length: 19.4" (49.2 cm)

Miscellaneous:

• Strings: D'Addario® EJ16 Phosphor Bronze, Light (.012-.053 Gauges)
• Strap Buttons: Vintage End-Pin
• Case/Gig Bag: None

Neck:

• Neck Material: Nato
• Neck Finish: Semi-Gloss
• Neck Shape: "C" Shape
• Neck Binding: Aged White
• Scale Length: 24.75" (629 mm)
• Fingerboard Radius: 12" (305 mm)
• Fingerboard Material: Walnut
• Number of Frets: 20 (14 to Body)
• Fret Size: Vintage
• Nut Material: Synthetic Bone
• Nut Width: 1.6825" (42.7 mm)
• Position Inlays: White Pearloid Dot
• Truss Rod Nut: 4 mm Hex
• Truss Rod Wrench: 4 mm Hex (Allen)
• Headstock: 1950's Gretsch® 3x3

Hardware:

• Bridge: Walnut with Compensated Saddle
• Hardware Finish: Nickel
• Tuning Machines: Open-Gear Die-Cast
• Pickguard: 1-Ply White