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.
Specs
| Type | Hollow Body; Acoustic/Electric |
| Colour | Rex Burst |
| Orientation | Right Handed |
| Number of Strings | 6 |
| Body Shape | Dreadnought |
| Body Material | Laminated Basswood |
| Body Finish | Semi-Gloss |
| Neck Material | Nato |
| Neck Shape | C Shape |
| Neck Finish | Semi-Gloss |
| Fretboard Material | Walnut |
| Number of Frets | 18 |
| Fretboard Inlays | White Pearloid Dot |
| Fret Size | Vintage Style |
| Fretboard Radius | 12 (305 mm) |
| Nut Material | Synthetic Bone |
| Nut Width | 1.6825 (42.7 mm) |
| Bridge | Walnut with Compensated Saddle |
| Tuners | Open-Gear Die-Cast |
| Strings | DAddario® EJ16 Phosphor Bronze, Light (.012-.053 Gauges) |
