Martin Custom Shop D-18 1937 Authentic Sinker Mahogany w/case 2987428

Martin Custom Shop D-18 1937 Authentic Sinker Mahogany (w/ Case)

Now Available at Tone Shop Guitars – Martin Custom Shop Expert Model

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Overview

Discover timeless Martin tone and craftsmanship with the Custom Shop D-18 1937 Authentic Sinker Mahogany. Built as part of the Custom Shop Expert Series, this Dreadnought combines rare Sinker Mahogany with an Adirondack spruce top, authentic 1937 bracing, hide glue construction, and tasteful vintage cosmetics. It’s the perfect instrument for guitarists and collectors seeking the magic of a pre-war D-18 with modern reliability.

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Key Features

• Model: Custom Shop D-18 1937 Authentic Sinker Mahogany (SKU: 10CE-11SM)
• Series: Custom Shop Expert Model
• Body Size: D-14 Fret Dreadnought
• Top Wood: Adirondack Spruce
• Bracing: Adirondack Spruce, Scalloped, Authentic 1937 Forward-Shifted, Hide Glue
• Back & Sides: Sinker Mahogany
• Binding: Brown Tortoise Pattern
• Rosette: Old Style 18 Multi-Stripe
• Neck: 12/4 Genuine Mahogany, D-18 Authentic 1937 Barrel & Heel Profile, Standard Taper
• Scale Length: 25.4"
• Fingerboard: Ebony, Old Style 18 Inlay, 1-3/4" nut width, 2-1/4" string spacing
• Bridge: Ebony, 1930s Style Belly with Long Saddle
• Tuning Machines: Waverly Nickel Open Back
• Finish: Vintage Gloss, Aging Toner Top
• Case: Ply Hardshell
• Electronics: None (ask us about installation)
• Adhesive: Vintage Hide Glue Construction

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Description

The Martin Custom Shop D-18 1937 Authentic Sinker Mahogany recreates the golden era sound and feel of Martin’s iconic pre-war dreadnoughts, built for modern players. The unique Sinker Mahogany back and sides offer an extra dose of warmth, clarity, and character—paired with a powerful Adirondack spruce top and legendary Authentic 1937 bracing for vintage punch and projection.

Period-correct details include brown tortoise binding, old style 18 inlays, an authentic barrel & heel neck profile, Waverly open-back tuners, and a vintage gloss finish with aging toner top. Built with hide glue and an adjustable truss rod, this D-18 is ready for the studio, the stage, and generations of music-making.

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Specifications

• Model: 10CE-11SM (Custom Shop Expert)
• Body Size: D-14 Fret Dreadnought
• Top: Adirondack Spruce, Aging Toner
• Bracing: Adirondack Spruce, Scalloped, Authentic 1937 Forward-Shifted (Hide Glue)
• Back & Sides: Sinker Mahogany
• Binding: Brown Tortoise Pattern
• Rosette: Old Style 18 Multi-Stripe
• Neck: 12/4 Genuine Mahogany, D-18 Authentic 1937 Barrel & Heel, Standard Taper
• Scale Length: 25.4"
• Fingerboard: Ebony, Old Style 18 Inlay, 1-3/4" nut width, 2-1/4" spacing
• Bridge: Ebony, 1930s Style Belly, Long Saddle
• Tuning Machines: Waverly Nickel Open Back
• Finish: Vintage Gloss
• Top Color: Aging Toner
• Case: Ply Hardshell
• Electronics: None (ask us about installation)
• Adhesive: Vintage Hide Glue