Inspired by the historic “Rex” line of instruments offered by mail-order catalog in the 1930s, ‘40s and ’50s, Jim Dandy™ models embody the charm and spirit of those early Gretsch® flat-top guitars with superior playability and best-in-class-tone to boot)
Featuring a specially-designed slope shoulder body shape and a modest 24.75“ scale length, the Jim Dandy™ Dreadnought offers a refreshingly comfortable and compact form factor without sacrificing the volume, projection and bass response for which dreadnought guitars are so revered.
The X-braced body is crafted with select lightweight laminate tonewoods for an optimal balance of woody vintage tone and reliable durability, while the “C”-shape neck presents an inviting feel for hours of old-timey inspiration. Period-correct details such as a vintage-style pinned bridge, “G”-graphic pickguard, painted pinstripe purfling, 3-on-a-plate open-gear tuning machines and oversized dot fingerboard inlays combine for a nostalgic personality destined for any barnburner or jamboree.
Well suited for everything from bluesy porch pickin’ to speakeasy swingin’, the Gretsch Jim Dandy Dreadnought is a ramblin’ companion for newbies and old-timers alike.
- Body
| Build |
Acoustic |
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| Body Finish |
Semi-Gloss |
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| Body Shape |
Dreadnought |
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| Body Material |
Laminated Sapele |
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| Bracing |
X-Bracing |
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| Rosette |
White/Black Rings |
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| Body Binding |
Aged White |
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| Body Back |
Laminated Sapele |
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| Body Sides |
Laminated Sapele |
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| Body Top |
Laminated Sapele |
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| Body Depth |
4.5" (114 mm) |
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| Body Length |
19.4" (49.2 cm) |
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- Miscellaneous
| Strings |
D'Addario® EJ16 Phosphor Bronze, Light (.012-.053 Gauges) |
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| Strap Buttons |
Vintage End-Pin |
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| Case/Gig Bag |
None |
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- Neck
| Neck Material |
Nato |
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| Neck Finish |
Semi-Gloss |
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| Neck Shape |
"C" Shape |
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| Neck Binding |
Aged White |
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| Scale Length |
24.75" (629 mm) |
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| Fingerboard Radius |
12" (305 mm) |
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| Fingerboard Material |
Walnut |
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| Number of Frets |
20 (14 to Body) |
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| Fret Size |
Vintage |
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| Nut Material |
Synthetic Bone |
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| Nut Width |
1.6825" (42.7 mm) |
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| Position Inlays |
White Pearloid Dot |
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| Side Dots |
Black |
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| Truss Rod Nut |
4 mm Hex |
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| Truss Rod Wrench |
4 mm Hex (Allen) |
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| Headstock |
1950's Gretsch® 3x3 |
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