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Martin D-18 1955 CFM IV 70th Dreadnought Acoustic Guitar with Hardshell Case - Floor Demo
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Created to honor longtime Martin executive Chris Martin IV’s 70th birthday, the limited-edition D-18 1955 CFM IV 70th takes inspiration from an original 1955 D-18 once owned by the Skip Maggiora collection. That historic instrument, worn from decades of play, became the blueprint for this reimagined classic — paying tribute not only to Martin’s legacy but also to the folk boom of the 1950s that shaped American music.
This model features a gloss Dreadnought body with mahogany back and sides, offering a warm, projective voice with strong midrange focus. For the first time in company history, the top is crafted from reclaimed spruce sourced from old-growth trees salvaged from Alaska — materials that carry a rich history from wind-felled logs to dismantled cabins and bridges. The aged finish is printed to replicate the vintage wear of the original guitar, adding authentic character. Rear-shifted non-scalloped Sitka spruce X-bracing delivers a clear, articulate response with enhanced treble presence.
The satin select hardwood neck, shaped in a Golden Era Modified Low Oval profile, pairs with an FSC-certified rosewood fingerboard adorned with period-correct 1955 Style 18 dot inlays. Vintage-style Kluson Waffleback nickel tuners complete the look, blending heritage style with dependable tuning stability. Limited to just 70 guitars worldwide, each includes an embossed paper label hand-signed by Chris Martin IV and a hardshell case. This instrument stands as both a collector’s piece and a remarkable player’s guitar, and it’s available right now at Haggerty’s Music.
Features / Specs
Body
- Body Size: D-14 Fret
- Construction: Dovetail Neck Joint
- Top Material: Reclaimed Spruce
- Top Color: Aged
- Top Detail: Custom Ink Vintage Wear Replica
- Bracing Pattern: X-Brace
- Brace Shape: Non-Scalloped
- Brace Material: Sitka Spruce
- Back / Sides Material: Mahogany
- Back Purfling/Strip: Style 18 Madagascar Rosewood
- Binding: Brown Faux Tortoise
- Top Inlay Material: Multi-Stripe
- Rosette: Old Style 18 Multi-Stripe
- Finish: Gloss (Top, Back and Sides)
- Pickguard: Faux Tortoise
Neck
- Neck Material: Select Hardwood
- Neck Shape: GE-Modified Low Oval
- Neck Taper: Standard Taper
- Scale Length: 25.4"
- Neck Finish: Satin
- Neck Color: Dark Mahogany
- Fingerboard Material: FSC-Certified Rosewood
- Fingerboard Radius: 16"
- Fingerboard Width at Nut: 1 11/16"
- Fingerboard Width at 12th Fret: 2 1/8"
- Fingerboard Inlay: 1955 Style 18 Dots – Mother of Pearl
- Number of Frets: 20
- Side Dots: White
- Neck Joint: 14th Fret
Hardware
- Bridge Material: FSC-Certified Rosewood
- Bridge Style: GE Modern Belly – Drop-In Long Saddle
- Saddle Material: Bone
- Bridge String Spacing: 2 1/8"
- Bridge Pins: Ebony
- Nut Material: Bone
- Tuning Machines: Vintage-Style Kluson Waffleback Nickel Tuners
- Knobs: Oval
Miscellaneous
- Run Number: #31 of 70
- Case: Hardshell Case – Included
- Electronics: None
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Martin D-18 1955 CFM IV 70th Dreadnought Acoustic Guitar with Hardshell Case - Floor Demo
Sale price$3,899.00Regular price
$4,699.00
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What players say after the guitar arrives
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“Very fast shipping, arrived in perfect condition, extremely well set up, no adjustments needed at all! Plays and looks great, exactly as advertised.”
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do you set up every guitar before it ships?
Yes. Every guitar that leaves our store has been professionally inspected, set up, and signed off by the technician who worked on it. You will find a signed checklist inside the box when your order arrives.
How accurate are your condition descriptions?
We treat condition grading as a contractual promise, not an approximation. When we list something as excellent, that reflects a specific, consistent standard we apply across every instrument. We encourage you to call us before purchasing if you want a detailed in-hand description of any specific guitar.
Can I call and speak to someone about a guitar before I buy?
Yes, and we encourage it. Our team are working musicians, not order-takers. Call us at 605-348-6737 and ask about any instrument in our inventory. We will physically pull it off the wall and describe it to you in detail.
What is your return policy?
We offer a 14-day return policy if you change your mind and the item is returned undamaged. You are responsible for return shipping costs.
Do you offer financing?
Yes. Financing options are available at checkout. Monthly payment options are designed to make high-ticket purchases more accessible without requiring full payment upfront.
How do you ship instruments?
Every instrument ships fully insured from our store in Rapid City, South Dakota. We offer free shipping on all website orders over $100. Guitars are packaged to survive transit, properly cased, braced, and protected.
Are you an authorized dealer?
Yes. We are an authorized dealer for Taylor, Martin, Gibson, Fender, and many other brands. We are currently the number one independent Taylor Guitars dealer in the world, an award we have received two years running for 2024 and 2025. We are also a Top 10 premium dealer for Martin, Gibson, and Fender.
Do you sell on Reverb and Amazon as well as your own site?
Yes. We are one of the top 15 resellers globally on Reverb, where we have accumulated over 11,000 five-star reviews. We are also one of the only independent premium dealers in the world authorized to sell Taylor and Martin on Amazon.
How long have you been in business?
Haggerty's Music has been open since 1963. Our store is located at 515 Mount Rushmore Road, Rapid City, South Dakota.
Do you offer instrument repair?
Yes. Our certified technicians handle everything from routine setups to full restorations across fretted, orchestral, and band instruments. Our team holds certifications from Taylor Guitars, Yamaha, and other leading brands. Learn more HERE.
What brands do you carry?
Our core guitar brands include Taylor, Martin, Gibson, Fender, PRS, Epiphone, Suhr, Eastman, Gretsch, Luxxtone, Novo, Jackson, Charvel, Legator, and Yamaha among others. These are also the most searched brands on our site, so each has a dedicated collection page.
Do you offer music lessons?
Yes. We offer music lessons. You can find out more HERE.
If you have any questions, you are always welcome to contact us. We'll get back to you as soon as possible, within 24 hours on weekdays.
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