Inspired by the historic Rex line of guitars from the 1930s50s, the Gretsch Jim Dandy Parlor Acoustic Guitar embodies the charm of old-school flat-tops with modern playability and reliable tone. Compact, stylish, and full of character, its the perfect pick for bluesy porch pickin, speakeasy swingin, or casual jam sessions.
Its petite parlor body and short 24 scale length deliver warm, throaty mids and crisp tonal clarity, while X-braced basswood construction ensures a vintage-inspired sound with lasting durability. Period-correct details like the G graphic pickguard, painted pinstripe purfling, and open-gear tuners add to its retro vibe. Whether youre a beginner or seasoned player, the Jim Dandy is a ramblin companion built to inspire.
Features
- Inspired by the 1930s50s Gretsch Rex line of parlor guitars
- Parlor body with 24″ short scale for comfortable playability
- X-braced basswood body for vintage tone and durability
- C-shaped nato neck with smooth walnut fingerboard
- Retro-style details: G pickguard, oversized dot inlays, open-gear tuners
- Ideal for blues, folk, swing, and everyday playing
Specs
| Type |
Acoustic Guitar |
| Colour |
Semi-Gloss Natural |
| Orientation |
Right-handed |
| Number of Strings |
6 |
| Body Shape |
Parlor |
| Body Style |
Gretsch Parlor Acoustic |
| Body Top |
Laminated Sapele |
| Body Back |
Laminated Sapele |
| Body Sides |
Laminated Sapele |
| Body Material |
Laminated Sapele |
| Body Finish |
Semi-Gloss |
| Body Binding |
Aged White |
| Bracing |
X-Bracing |
| Waist |
7.8″ (19.8 cm) |
| Rosette |
White/Black Rings |
| Neck Material |
Nato |
| Neck Shape |
“C” Shape |
| Neck Finish |
Semi-Gloss |
| Scale Length |
24″ (610 mm) |
| Fretboard Material |
Walnut |
| Number of Frets |
18 (12 to Body) |
| Fretboard Inlays |
White Pearloid Dot |
| Fret Size |
Vintage |
| Fretboard Radius |
12″ (305 mm) |
| Nut Material |
Synthetic Bone |
| Nut Width |
1.69″ (43 mm) |
| Bridge |
Walnut with Compensated Saddle |
| Bridge Pins |
Aged White |
| Pickguard |
1-Ply Black with Gold “G” |
| Tuners |
Open-Gear Die-Cast |
| Hardware Finish |
Nickel |
| Strings |
D’Addario EJ16 Phosphor Bronze, Light (.012-.053) |
| Strap Buttons |
Vintage End-Pin |
| Case/ Bag |
Not Included |
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