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Gretsch Jim Dandy Dreadnought Acoustic Guitar - Deep Cherry Burst, Walnut Fingerboard


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Inspired by the historic “Rex” line of mail-order instruments from the 1930s through the ’50s, the Gretsch® Jim Dandy™ Dreadnought delivers the vintage charm of those early flat-tops with modern reliability and playability.

This slope-shoulder dreadnought pairs a compact 24.75" scale length with the big voice, volume, and projection that dreadnoughts are known for. Its laminated sapele body with X-bracing delivers a warm, woody tone, while the slim “C”-shape nato neck and walnut fingerboard make it comfortable for beginners and seasoned players alike.

Classic Gretsch details — including a “G” graphic pickguard, painted pinstripe purfling, open-gear tuners, and oversized dot inlays — give the Jim Dandy Dreadnought its nostalgic personality. From porch pickin’ to speakeasy swing, this guitar is a trusty ramblin’ companion.

Features

  • Inspired by the 1930s–1950s Rex flat-top guitars
  • Slope-shoulder dreadnought body for bold, resonant tone
  • Laminated sapele body with X-bracing for warmth and durability
  • Slim nato “C”-shape neck with semi-gloss finish for comfortable playability
  • Walnut fingerboard with vintage-style 20 frets and pearloid dot inlays
  • Walnut bridge with compensated saddle for reliable intonation
  • Period-correct touches: “G” pickguard, pinstripe purfling, open-gear tuners, aged binding
  • Shorter 24.75" scale length for easier fretting and smooth feel

Specs

Body Shape Dreadnought (Slope Shoulder)
Body Material Laminated Sapele
Top Material Laminated Sapele
Back & Sides Laminated Sapele
Bracing X-Bracing
Body Finish Semi-Gloss
Body Binding Aged White
Rosette White/Black Rings
Neck Material Nato
Neck Shape “C” Shape
Neck Finish Semi-Gloss
Scale Length 24.75" (629 mm)
Fingerboard Walnut
Fingerboard Radius 12" (305 mm)
Frets 20 (14 to body), Vintage Size
Inlays White Pearloid Dot
Side Dots Black
Nut Material Synthetic Bone
Nut Width 1.6825" (42.7 mm)
Truss Rod Single-Action, 4 mm Hex
Bridge Walnut with Compensated Saddle
Saddle Material Synthetic Bone
Bridge Pins Aged White
Pickguard 1-Ply Black with Gold “G”
Hardware Finish Nickel
Tuning Machines Vintage-Style Open-Gear Die-Cast
Strings D’Addario® EJ16 Phosphor Bronze, Light (.012–.053)
Strap Buttons Vintage End-Pin
Headstock 1950s Gretsch® 3x3
Case/Bag Not Included