Model D

WHAT IT IS

A hand-built steel-string based on the same outline as the Model S, but with a broader waist. All the warmth and bottom end you expect from a dreadnought, with a clarity most D-style guitars don’t offer.

This isn’t a Martin clone. It’s a different voice entirely.

WHAT YOU’RE BUYING

A hand-built Model D-SS with your choice of tonewoods, voiced for warmth and projection. Lifetime warranty.

HOW MUCH IT COSTS

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"I bought a Model D-SS from Nigel some years ago. I'd scoured the guitar shops and played guitars by other well known makers but decided Nigel's guitar suited me best with a mellow sound and easily enough volume for a Session."

Malcolm McKinnell, England
NK Forster Indian/spruce Model D-SS
Model D
Model D-cutaway detail
Model D-19
Model D Back full
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  • Material

    Soundboard – mature seasoned European spruce or Western red cedar.

    Back and sides – there are many options - mahogany, maple, figured mahogany, wenge, ziricote or figured bubinga.

    Neck - New Guinea rosewood, American maple or upgrade with 1908 vintage Cuban mahogany

    Fretboard - fine Sri Lanka ebony or ancient bog oak.

    Bridge - rocklite ebano.

  • Hardware

    Tuners - Gold Gotoh 510.

    Frets - hand polished Evo gold frets.

    Nut and saddle - hand polished bone.

  • Dimensions

    max body width - 395mm 15 1/2"
    depth - 120mm 4 3/4"
    nut - 44mm
    bridge spacing - 57mm
    scale - 24.75″ or custom