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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

  • Body Binding: Aged White
  • Body Depth: 4.5" (114 mm)
  • Body Finish: Semi-Gloss
  • Body Length: 19.4" (49.2 cm)
  • Body Material: Laminated Sapele
  • Body Top: Laminated Sapele
  • Body Back: Laminated Sapele
  • Body Sides: Laminated Sapele
  • Body Shape: Dreadnought
  • Body Style: Dreadnought
  • Bracing: X-Bracing
  • Color: Deep Cherry Burst
  • Orientation: Right-Hand
  • Pickguard: 1-Ply Black with Gold "G"

Neck

  • Fingerboard Material: Walnut
  • Fingerboard Radius: 12" (305 mm)
  • Fret Size: Vintage
  • Headstock: 1950's Gretsch® 3x3
  • Neck Binding: Aged White
  • Neck Finish: Semi-Gloss
  • Neck Material: Nato
  • Neck Shape: "C" Shape
  • Number of Frets: 20 (14 to Body)
  • Nut Material: Synthetic Bone
  • Nut Width: 1.6825" (42.7 mm)
  • Position Inlays: White Pearloid Dot
  • Truss Rod Nut: 4 mm Hex
  • Truss Rod Wrench: 4 mm Hex (Allen)
  • Truss Rod: Single-Action

Hardware & Misc

  • Bridge Pins: Aged White
  • Bridge: Walnut with Compensated Saddle
  • Case/Gig Bag: None
  • Hardware Finish: Nickel
  • Strings: D'Addario® EJ16 Phosphor Bronze, Light (.012-.053 Gauges)
  • Tuning Machines: Open-Gear Die-Cast

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ConditionBrand New (New)
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Brand
Model
  • Jim Dandy Dreadnought
Finish
  • DEEP CHERRY BURST
Categories
Year
  • 2025
Pickup
  • None
Finish Style
  • Satin
Fretboard Radius
  • 12"
String Type
  • Steel
Top Material
  • Sapele
Right / Left Handed
  • Right Handed
Number of Strings
  • 6-String
Fretboard Material
  • Walnut
Offset Body
  • Non-Offset Body
Wood Top Style
  • Plain
Body Shape
  • Dreadnought
Finish Pattern
  • Sunburst
Color Family
  • Red
Back Material
  • Sapele
Scale Length
  • 24.75"
Neck Material
  • Nato
Active Preamp
  • No
Sides Material
  • Sapele
Number of Frets
  • 20

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