Martin 000-18/OM Long Scale 1934, Sunburst

This rare 1934 Martin 000-18 with a seldom found "shadetop" finish and OM scale length showcases the enduring elegance of Martin's pre-war craftsmanship. It has a well-aged and resonant tight-grained Adirondack spruce top, along with the mahogany back and sides, delivering a balanced, articulate sound. The 000 body size strikes a perfect balance between comfort and projection, making it ideal for both fingerstyle and strumming. This guitar falls within the earliest years of the 14-fret 000 model, featuring forward-shifted X-bracing, distinct from the later rear-shifted bracing. Over the years this guitar has undergone some needed repair work to ensure its playability and longevity. Notable details include a clean neck reset, which restores proper neck angle for optimal action and intonation. Several top cracks were stabilized through a popsicle brace; a brace which would be standardized in all models for structural integrity in later years. Other repairs are listed under "Modifications/Repairs." These modifications align with the goal of maintaining the instrument's vintage charm while providing a functional and enjoyable playing experience. It includes its original hardshell case. Top: Adirondack Spruce Back and Sides: Mahogany Neck/Fingerboard: Mahogany/ Ebony Neck Profile: Soft V Neck Depth: .839"- 1.059" Fingerboard Radius: 16" Tuners: Waverly Replacements with conversion ferrules from previous Grover Rotomatics (non-functioning originals in case) Bridge: Ebony Scale Length: 25.4" Nut Width: 1.762" String Spacing at Saddle: 2.31" Contains Brazilian Rosewood (Y/N): Y Case: Original Hardshell Case with taped handle Modifications/Repairs: Replacement tuners and ferrules (once had Grover Rotomatics) (Original tuners in case with 1 unusable bass-side tuner); bar re-fret, replacement bone nut and saddle, neck reset, shaved and re-glued original bridge, added popsicle brace and 2 sound hole cleats to support cracks running along both sides of fingerboard extension, replacement pins, b-string crack with cleat, center seam crack with cleat, binding repair on lower bout, finish scraped from bass-side top binding and heel cap