*Dread-Not Certified Used* Martin OOO-18 1955 CFM IV 70th Birthday Spruce/Mahogany OOO Acoustic Guitar #6285

This limited-edition Martin 000-18 is one of just seventy guitars built to honor the 70th birthday of C.F. Martin IV, and it’s loaded with vintage charm. This guitar is in Mint Condition with no structural or cosmetic issues. Inspired by a 1955 000-18, it features a classic short 24.9-inch scale, non-scalloped X-bracing, and traditional 1 11/16-inch nut width. It delivers that signature dry, balanced tone Martin players have come to expect, with quick response and exceptional clarity across all registers. At the heart of the guitar is a reclaimed spruce top, aged in color and tone, paired with solid mahogany back and sides. The thin gloss finish lets the wood breathe, while the 1/4-inch Sitka spruce braces offer just the right amount of structure without sacrificing warmth. A GE-modern belly bridge and drop-in saddle keep the look and feel grounded in the Golden Era design language. A faux tortoise pickguard, multi-stripe rosette, and vintage-style Waffleback tuners complete the aesthetic. The neck has a modified low oval profile with a standard taper, making it comfortable for long sessions whether fingerpicking or strumming. The rosewood fingerboard is adorned with simple 1955-style dot inlays, and the whole instrument is topped off with a commemorative paper label signed by C.F. Martin IV himself. This is more than just a great-sounding guitar — it’s a piece of Martin history with tone to match. Perfect for the collector, the flatpicker, or the songwriter who appreciates tradition and craftsmanship. SPECS -Overview- Body Size: 000-14 Fret Finish Top: Gloss Construction: Dovetail Neck Joint Back and Side Finish: Gloss Bracing Pattern: X-Brace Scale Length: 24.9" Brace Shape: Non-Scalloped Fingerboard Width at Nut: 1 11/16'' Top Material: Reclaimed Spruce Neck Shape: GE-Modified Low Oval Back Material: Mahogany Neck Taper: Standard Taper Side Material: Mahogany Electronics: No -Top- Top Color: Aged Bridge Style: GE-Modern Belly- Drop in Long Saddle Binding: Brown Faux Tortoise Bridge String Spacing: 2 1/8'' Top Inlay Material: Multi-Stripe Bridge Material: FSC® Certified Rosewood Top Detail: Custom Ink Bridge Pin Material: Ebony Pickguard: Faux Tortoise Bridge Pin Dots: None Pickguard Inlay: None Saddle: Bone Rosette: Old Style 18 Multi-Stripe Saddle Radius: 16" -Body- Brace Material: Sitka Spruce Back and Sides Color: Dark Mahogany Brace Size: 1/4" Back Detail: None Back Purfling/Strip: Style 18 Madagascar Rosewood Back Inlay Material: None Heelcap: East Indian Rosewood Side Detail: None Endpiece: Brown Faux Tortoise Side Inlay Material: None Endpiece Inlay: None -Neck- Neck Material: Select Hardwood Fingerboard Material: FSC® Certified Rosewood Finish Neck: Satin Fingerboard Width at 12th Fret: 2 1/8'' Neck Color: Dark Mahogany Fingerboard Inlay Style: 1955 Style 18 Dots Number of Frets Total: 20 Fingerboard Inlay Material: Mother of Pearl Neck Joins Body At: 14th Fret Fingerboard Binding Material: None Side Dots: White -Headstock- Headstock Shape: Solid with Square Taper and 1950s Rounded Corners Tuning Machines: Vintage-style Kluson® Waffleback® Nickel Tuners Headplate Material: East Indian Rosewood Knob: Oval Headplate Logo Style: Authentic Style Script Overlay Nut Material: Bone Headplate Binding Material: None -Misc- Case: Hardshell Label: Paper Embossed w/Model Name and CFM IV Signature, Numbered in Sequence w/Total, 1 of 70, 2 of, etc. Pleked: True What is a Dread-Not Certified Used Instrument? Up to 90% trade-in value toward a future instrument, a professional inspection by our repair team, and a stage-ready setup you can trust are all part of what makes a Dread-Not Certified Used instrument different from typical used gear. The Dread-Not Program was created to remove the uncertainty that often comes with buying pre-owned instruments and replace it with confidence. Each instrument in the program has been carefully evaluated to ensure it meets our standards for playability, tone, and reliability before it ever reaches your hands. The true spirit of the Dread-Not Program is about giving musicians the freedom to grow. When you purchase a Dread-Not Certified Used instrument from The Acoustic Shoppe, you are not just buying a great instrument today, you are stepping into a program designed to support your musical journey over time. With the ability to trade back into the program for up to 90% of your original purchase price, players can explore new instruments as their playing evolves while continuing to trust the quality and care that defines The Acoustic Shoppe experience. For more information on the Dread-Not Program click here! Why Choose The Acoustic Shoppe? When you choose to purchase from us, you're not just making a transaction; you're investing in an exceptional experience. As a small business, and an authorized acoustic instrument dealer, we take immense pride in going the extra mile for our customers. We handle warranty concerns on your behalf, provide in-depth brand reviews, offer virtual consultations, and share high-quality content, featuring photos and videos of our products. Our dedicated team, all passionate musicians, deeply understands the significance of finding the perfect instrument. With on-site instrument inspections by our skilled repair tech, personalized recommendations, and a sincere commitment to grasping your unique needs, we ensure that each purchase is the perfect match between instrument and musician. Our focus is on quality and customer satisfaction, not just sales numbers. We genuinely care about bringing your musical aspirations to life, and we find joy in doing so. We're proud to have been voted NAMM Top 100 Dealer for over a decade, a testament to our commitment to excellence in the music industry. We genuinely care about bringing your musical aspirations to life, and we find joy in doing so. Choose us for an extraordinary shopping experience where we know you by name, and every purchase is driven by our love for music and our dedication to serving our valued customers.