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2001 Martin D-50 Deluxe, Brazilian Rosewood/Bearclaw Sitka Spruce
Martin has put together a lot of unique models over the years–but this D-50 Deluxe might just take the cake. This is number 32 of only 50 such guitars ever built, complete with Brazilian Rosewood body and heavily bearclawed Sitka Spruce and a sprawling panoply of inlays along nearly every surface. The fingerboard boasts an intricate tree of life vine that extends onto the headplate (itself trimmed in Abalone that ties into the fingerboard bindings and trim). The vine motif continues across the pickguard, and flanks the heel at both sides, as well as below the heelcap, and at the endgraft. The top is trimmed with Abalone herringbone–the first we’ve ever seen; ditto at the rosette and the back center strip. An additional perk? Star sapphires bound in 14-karat gold at the bridge pins and end pin. And all of this comes wrapped in a custom genuine, top hide leather hardshell case.
It’s amazing to us that Martin managed to build 50 of these D-50 Deluxes. The sheer amount of time and energy that went into this guitar beggars the imagination. An exquisite opportunity to acquire the center of your lifetime collection.
Other keywords: lutherie, cf martin, brazilain, deluxe guitar, 874399, allen shadd, bluegrass
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.688 in String Spacing 2.125 in Woods Spruce - Sitka, Rosewood - Brazilian 
2015 Kim Walker OM Style A Special, Brazilian Rosewood/German Spruce
Kim Walker is one of our desert island builders–each guitar from him is as good as it gets. This 2015 OM comes with beautiful Brazilian Rosewood back and sides, German Spruce on top, and an understated Style A Special appointments package.
Other keywords: lutherie, luthier, guitarbuilding, walker guitars, brazilain, 256
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.188 in Woods Spruce - German, Rosewood - Brazilian 
1997 Martin 000-45JR Jimmie Rodgers, Brazilian Rosewood/Adirondack Spruce
Here’s something you don’t see every day. This is one of the exclusive run of 100 limited edition guitars that Martin built in 1997 to commemmorate Mr. Blue Yodel himself, the one and only Jimmie Rodgers–number seven of that exclusive 100, in fact. Martin has recreated Rodgers’ 1928 000-45 that he custom ordered, right down to “Blue Yodel” and “Jimmie Rodgers” inlaid along the fingerboard and headplate, and of course Brazilian Rosewood back and sides and Adirondack Spruce on top. The pearl work is exquisite throughout! The only modern touch is the inclusion of an adjustable truss rod in the neck. Otherwise, this is old school through and through.
Other keywords: signature guitar, fingerstyle, ooo, 45-style, brazilain, adriondack
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.813 in String Spacing 2.313 in Woods Spruce - Adirondack (Red), Rosewood - Brazilian 
1987 Martin D-45 Tree of Life, Indian Rosewood/Spruce
The sweets of time pairs with extensive appointments and custom inlays by Dave Nichols in this 1987 Martin D-45 Tree of Life. Indian Rosewood body with Spruce top; white bindings; black (inlaid!) pickguard; original case. Not only does this Martin benefit from all of the Abalone trim along the top, sides, back, and heel–this beauty is adorned with a sprawling Tree of Life vine along the fingerboard, a motif that continues onto the bridge and even across the pickguard. A prodigious amount of work from one of the inlay industry’s household names, Dave Nichols. This instrument has been well cared for and is still in great playing shape. Good saddle height left, frets well rounded, and a 1 11/16″ nut for a slender lefthand feel.
Check out this additional video featuring the legendary Allen Shadd: https://youtu.be/Ykv21KQ3_F0
Other keywords: 45-style, david nichols, d45, 474764
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.688 in String Spacing 2.125 in Woods Spruce, Rosewood - Indian 
2005 Froggy Bottom Model K Deluxe, Brazilian Rosewood/Adirondack
The Froggy Bottom team definitely knows how to make a jumbo sing! This Model K Deluxe comes to us from 2005 with 5A Brazilian Rosewood back and sides plus Adirondack Spruce on top, Curly Maple bindings, and a tasteful hawk scrimshawed into the heelcap. 1 3/4″ at the nut with a slightly slender neck profile; K&K Pure Mini pickup installed–and all of this comes wrapped up in a custom Hoffee flight case. The position markers are fleur de lis style, rendered in sparkling Abalone that matches the ubiquitous Froggy frog at the headstock (bound to match the body bindings). Gold Waverly tuners round it out.
Here’s an additional video performance with Dustin Furlow playing this Froggy Bottom Model K!: https://youtu.be/vKhVQt7HwHw
Other keywords: millard, fingerstyle, brazilain, adriondack, k & k, braz, mop, k1008
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.19 in Woods Spruce - Adirondack (Red), Rosewood - Brazilian 
1997 McCollum Meghann, Walnut/German Spruce
The late Lance McCollum left us in the guitar world with an incredible body of work, from terz guitars to harp guitars and everything in between—this small-bodied Meghann model is right smack in that in-between spot: it’s got great projection and power when you lean in, without losing any of the clarity and intimacy of a smaller instrument. Walnut body with German Spruce on top gives an even midrange and crisp trebles plus sweet note definition across the range, and the fact that this McCollum Meaghan comes to us from 1997 means it’s opened up for over two decades—and it shows in the lively character of the voice. This beauty is also outfitted wiith a Highlander IP-2 dual source pickup system to carry you faithfully on to the stage.
Other keywords: lutherie, luthier, guitarbuilding, m-56, fingerpicking, meghan, megan
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.75 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.188 in Woods Spruce - German, Walnut 
2006 Collings D2HBaaaA, Brazilian Rosewood/Adirondack Spruce
An excellent chance to land a Brazilian Rosewood Collings that’s opened up and is ready for more action! This 2006 D2HBaaaA does Bill justice: strong and focused, trebles that punch and bass that kicks, and a midrange that keeps up and fills it all out. Adirondack Spruce top with AAA Brazilian back and sides, herringbone trim and nickel Waverly tuners, and a 1 11/16″ nut and V neck with a slick setup.
Other keywords: allen shadd, dreadnougt, dreadnaught, colligns, collings guitar, 12786
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.5 in Nut Width 1.688 in String Spacing 2.188 in Woods Spruce - Adirondack (Red), Rosewood - Brazilian 
2015 Beardsell 3GMS25/27, Leopardwood/Lutz Spruce
One look, and you’re intrigued. One note, and you’re hooked. This powerhouse 2015 3GMS from Allan Beardsell‘s shop is here to dazzle the eyes and humble the ears. Let’s start with the basics. You know, like the double soundports which pour sweet active bass notes right into your ear. Or the oval soundhole and its spiderweb-like rosette, or the arm and back bevels which meld smoothly with the bindings. And let’s not forget the unique three-piece Selmer-style cutaway or the multi-scale Ebony multiscale fingerboard with 27″ scale length on the low E and 25″ on the high E. As if all that wasn’t enough, the back and sides are made of a beautiful set of Leopardwood, and the top is lightly figured Lutz Spruce. When these woods (and that exhaustive list of options) combine, the effect is overwhelming: this is a guitar with an electrified, energetic voice that pops, sizzles, and screams. The low-end, in particular, is very crisp and loud, thanks to the multiscale arrangement, and the middle and upper registers have heaps of headroom. Overall, the 3GMS/25/27 exhibits the kind of agility and responsiveness, perfect for fast, smooth playing, that one would expect from a much smaller build.
Here’s an additional demo with Al Petteway: https://youtu.be/010dSDWlzAE.
And here’s another demonstration, this time with Beardsell’s neighbor and fellow luthier extraordinaire, Jordan McConnell: https://youtu.be/ZjxoyGpd-58
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25 in - 27 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.25 in Woods Spruce - Lutz, Leopardwood 
2010 Ryan Nightingale Grand Soloist, Brazilian Rosewood/Swiss Spruce
This is a completely custom, one-of-a-kind Ryan Nightingale Grand Soloist, built in 2010 and wide awake today in 2023. Kevin Ryan crafted this guitar with a set of his finest dark Brazilian Rosewood, topped it with Swiss Spruce and added a long list of custom options. There is an arm bevel with acoustic flutes, Blue Paua Abalone top border, backstrip, rosette and headplate surround. Then to make it truly unique it has Kevin’s dragonfly inlay theme that includes two large dragonflies on the fingerboard and headplate and around the rosette as well. Furthermore the back, sides and neck have a satin finish that feels amazing to the touch. The top is gloss so all the Paua really shines. To complete the package it comes with a Calton Deluxe Flight Case to keep this treasure safe!
Other keywords: ryan guitars, fingerstyle, al petteway, 697.186.44
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.75 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.25 in Woods Spruce - Swiss, Rosewood - Brazilian 
2002 Claxton EM, Brazilian Rosewood/Adirondack Spruce
Here we’ve landed a 2002 Claxton EM model that’s wide awake and setup for just about anything. Brazilian Rosewood back and sides pairs with Adirondack Spruce on top, 25.4″ scale, 1.75″ nut, and 2.25″ saddle string spacing. A pickup was previously installed and has been removed, leaving the input jack at the tail should you want to wire this guitar for a new pickup; Ebony button at the heel to strap into. The neck carve is a gentle C profile with hints of a soft V, and the setup is superb. All wrapped up in a custom Calton flight case.
Other keywords: lutherie, claxton guitars, brazilain, adriondack, 60/114
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.25 in Woods Spruce - Adirondack (Red), Rosewood - Brazilian 
1995 Olson SJ, Indian Rosewood/Cedar
Owned by Cheryl Wheeler, no less! This 1995 Olson SJ, dubbed “Olive Oil” by Wheeler, is from one of our favorite periods of Jim’s career. Olsons from the mid 90s just have a special color and openness that is a joy to experience, and this one’s got it in spades. It’s been played in and opened up handsomely (thanks, Cheryl!), is in excellent playing shape with a slender neck and 1 11/16” nut, L.R. Baggs LB6 pickup, and a bombproof Calton flight case with custom Small Dog cover. Cedar top over Indian Rosewood body, non cutaway, and weighs in at about 4.75 pounds.
Other keywords: lutherie, luthier, guitarbuilding, james olson, james taylor, red cedar, 5-ply, fingerstyle, fingerpicking
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.688 in String Spacing 2.125 in Woods Cedar, Rosewood - Indian 
2014 Taylor Custom TF, Cocobolo/Sitka Spruce
Take Cocobolo and add Sitka Spruce to the mix, a 12 fret neck and short scale setup, then throw in an arm bevel and a sunburst, and you’ve got the smart-looking Taylor Custom TF before you here. This slice of Bob Taylor’s dream come true comes to us from 2014 and is immaclate condition.
Other keywords andy powers, 1108184141
SOLD Read moreScale Length 24.9 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.094 in Woods Spruce - Sitka, Rosewood - Cocobolo 
2013 Taylor PS14ce, Cocobolo/Sitka Spruce
Taylor’s Presentation Series never fail to disappoint. Check out this 2013 PS14ce for a prime example of that: sharp fit and finish, premium tonewoods, and an extensive Abalone inlay scheme along the fingerboard. Back and sides are Cocobolo, with Sitka Spruce on top that’s treated to a subtle arm bevel on the lower bout for ease of play. The voice has great string energy and balance across the registers, and the Expression pickup system sounds fantastic.
Other keywords: ps 14, fingerstyle, gc, stika, cocabolo, 1102053128
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.5 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.188 in Woods Spruce - Sitka, Rosewood - Cocobolo 
2013 Taylor Custom TF, Quilted Maple/Sitka Spruce
This Taylor Custom TF comes to us from 2013 with Quilted Maple back and sides, Sitka Spruce top, striking Koa bindings and arm bevel, plus rose and leaf inlays for a gorgeous aesthetic. 12 fret neck; extra Abalone trim; Taylor Expression II pickup system.
Other keywords: fingerstyle, bob taylor, 1108053154
SOLD Read moreScale Length 24.9 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.188 in Woods Spruce, Maple - Quilted 
2003 Taylor DDSM, Quilted Maple/Sitka Spruce
This 2003 Taylor DDSM Doyle Dykes is designed for the amplified stage, and also packs a punch acoustically with its thin Grand Auditorium body and slick playability. The onboard L.R. Baggs preamp and pickup system sounds excellent! Figured Maple back and sides with Sitka Spruce top, rose inlaid at the headstock, and Chet-style MOP position markers.
Other keywords: signature guitar, 20020430140, quilt
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.5 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.25 in Woods Spruce - Sitka, Maple - Quilted