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

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
Brand:GretschCategory:Acoustic GuitarsSKU:2711200530Tags:Body Shape:Dreadnought, Case:Not Included, Category:Acoustic, Colour:Red, Number of Strings:6, Orientation:Right Handed, Pricefy:Gretsch, Skill:Intermediate