Martin D-18 Molly Tuttle #22785 (NAMM 2026)

Martin D-18 Molly Tuttle, Ebony Fingerboard, Vintage Sunburst

*This instrument was on display at the 2026 Winter NAMM show. It has been hand-inspected with any significant playwear listed below in detail. The instrument includes its full factory warranty and original case. We'll complete a full professional setup before shipping.*

~Guitar pictured is the actual guitar that you will receive~

The Martin D-18 Molly Tuttle is built to honor both tradition and a trailblazing artist. Inspired by Molly’s own 1943 D-18, this signature model features rear-shifted scalloped bracing, a slim 1 11/16" nut width prized by bluegrass flatpickers, and an authentic 1940s neck profile. Unique details include custom moon phase inlays on the fingerboard, a silver Martin headplate logo, oval tuner buttons, and a vintage sunburst top—all paired with a vintage-style light blue molded hardshell case reminiscent of those issued in the 1970s. Crafted with a solid spruce top, solid mahogany back and sides, and ebony appointments, it offers the punch, clarity, and balance players expect from a D-18. A true artist model that reflects Molly’s style, sound, and vision.

Note: After close inspection, this instrument is free of any major wear, marks and/or blemishes. (See pics)

• Serial #: 3022785
• Top Material: Spruce
• Finish Top: Gloss
• Top Color: Vintage Sunburst
• Top Inlay Material: Multi-Stripe
• Top Detail: None
• Binding: Brown Faux Tortoise
• Bridge Material: Ebony
• Bridge Style: GE Modern Belly - Drop in Saddle
• Bridge String Spacing: 2 5/32"
• Bridge Pin Material: Ebony
• Bridge Pin Dots: None
• Pickguard: Faux Tortoise
• Pickguard Inlay: None
• Rosette: Old Style 18 Multi-Stripe
• Saddle: Compensated Bone
• Saddle Radius: 16"
• Body Size: D-14 Fret
• Construction: Dovetail Neck Joint
• Back Material: Mahogany
• Side Material: Mahogany
• Back and Side Finish: Gloss
• Back and Sides Color: Dark Mahogany
• Back Detail: None
• Side Detail: None
• Back Purfling/Strip: Style 18
• Back Inlay Material: None
• Side Inlay Material: None
• Bracing Pattern: Rearward Shifted X Brace
• Brace Shape: GE-Scalloped
• Brace Material: Spruce
• Brace Size: 5/16"
• Heelcap: Brown Faux Tortoise
• Endpiece: Brown Faux Tortoise
• Endpiece Inlay: None
• Neck Shape: Authentic 1941
• Neck Taper: Standard Taper
• Neck Material: Genuine Mahogany
• Neck Color: Dark Mahogany
• Finish Neck: Satin
• Scale Length: 25.4"
• Number of Frets Total: 20
• Neck Joins Body At: 14th Fret
• Fingerboard Material: Ebony
• Fingerboard Width at 12th Fret: 2 1/8''
• Fingerboard Width at Nut: 1 11/16''
• Fingerboard Inlay Style: Moon Phase Design
• Fingerboard Inlay Material: Mother of Pearl
• Fingerboard Binding Material: None
• Side Dots: White
• Headstock Shape: Solid with 1941 Taper
• Headplate Material: East Indian Rosewood
• Headplate Logo Style: Silver Script Overlay
• Headplate Binding Material: None
• Tuning Machines: Nickel Open Gear
• Knob: Oval
• Nut Material: Bone
• Case: Molded Hardshell
• Label: Paper Label w/ Printed Molly Tuttle Signature, Numbered in Sequence w/ No Total
• Electronics: No
• Pleked: true

We are proud to include a full professional setup to factory spec before delivering your new Martin Guitar.  Our world-class techs will dial in your guitar to make sure the playability is maximized on your new Martin!

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