Great small body guitar. This model was popularized by Marty Robbins in the 1950's and 60's. Although marketed as a "Junior" model during this time, this Martin body size had been around since the late 19th century. Back then this "5" body size was referred as "Terz" and designed to be tuned up a minor third. They can be played in standard tuning as well. 11-1/4" lower bout, spruce top, mahogany back and sides. 12-fret neck with slotted headstock. 2 repaired back cracks. With slightly oversized SSC. VGC+ except needs work (reset neck, new bridge, fret dress, etc. - sold AS-IS).
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SN 107322
1948
VGC+
Gloss natural finish
Small body with 11-1/4" lower bout
Spruce top, mahogany back and sides
12-fret mahogany neck with slotted headstock
D-shaped neck profile
Brazilian rosewood peghead overlay
3-on-a-plate tuners
18-fret Brazlian rosewood fingerboard
Dot markers
Rectangular Brazilian rosewood bridge with long saddle
1-5/8" nut, ~21-3/8" scale, 3-7/8" body depth at endpin
Tortoise plastic pickguard and body binding
W-b-w-b top purfling
2 repaired back cracks
With slightly oversized SSC
Needs neck reset, new bridge, fret dress, etc. - sold AS-IS

Martin 5-18 (1948)

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SKU: 10U-207722

Regular price: $2,500 USD
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Great small body guitar. This model was popularized by Marty Robbins in the 1950's and 60's. Although marketed as a "Junior" model during this time, this Martin body size had been around since the late 19th century. Back then this "5" body size was referred as "Terz" and designed to be tuned up a minor third. They can be played in standard tuning as well. 11-1/4" lower bout, spruce top, mahogany back and sides. 12-fret neck with slotted headstock. 2 repaired back cracks. With slightly oversized SSC. VGC+ except needs work (reset neck, new bridge, fret dress, etc. - sold AS-IS).

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