All contain quality parts (no rejects). All kits contain tuning machines, strings, and all the necessary parts to complete an instrument with the exception of glues and finishing materials. Sides are pre-bent and most wood parts are sanded and ready to glue. All guitar kits include an adjustable neck rod and the necessary related parts. A copy of "Helpful Hints for Guitar Kit Construction" by Dick Boak is included with each kit at no additional charge. In addition, if you order a Dreadnought kit, you will receive a full size Herringbone Dreadnought guitar blueprint. C.F. Martin & Co. warrants the materials in these kits as suitable for producing a quality musical instrument. However, no such warranty can be extended to the consumer's labor, since varying degrees of craftsmanship can be anticipated. Decals and other trademarks of C.F. Martin & Co. cannot be supplied with the kits. Dreadnought Size Kits D-18 Style Kit Mahogany back & sides, rosewood bridge & fingerboard, black bindings, and style 18 appointments
Special Order instruments are unique and individually crafted just for your order. As these are not mass produced products, completion and shipping of your order can take extra time. Usually, special order instruments can be completed and shipped within twelve weeks. However, if yours will take longer than twelve weeks, we will contact you.
