Folk Guitar

The Gretsch Jim Dandy Concert Frontier Stain acoustic folk revisits with charm and fidelity the spirit of the “Rex” instruments of past decades, marketed in mail-order catalogs from the 1930s to 1950s. With its compact Concert body and 24.75" (629 mm) scale, it perfectly combines versatile tone and accessible playability, suitable for a wide variety of musical styles.

ARTICLE N° 93905
  • Gretsch Jim Dandy Concert Frontier Stain
  • Acoustic Folk Guitar
  • Jim Dandy Series (Black Oak Arkansas)
  • Manufacturer Ref: 2711120579
  • Color: Frontier Stain
  • Body finish: Semi-Gloss
  • Style: Concert
  • Scale: 24.75" (629 mm)
  • Top: Basswood
  • Mesh on the body: Aged White
  • Rosette: white and black rings
  • Pickgard: 1-Ply White
  • Bridge: Walnut
  • Bridge nut: Compensated
  • Bridge pegs: Aged White
  • Bracing: X-Bracing
  • Back: Basswood
  • Sides: Basswood
  • Belt clip: Vintage End-Pin
  • Neck: Nato
  • Shape: “C”
  • Finish: Semi-Gloss
  • Fingerboard: Walnut
  • Radius: 12" (305 mm)
  • Number of frets: 20, Vintage
  • Markers: White Pearloid Dot
  • Truroad: Single-Action
  • Nut: 1.6875" (42.86 mm), Synthetic Bone
  • Head: 1950's Gretsch
  • Tuners: Open Vintage, Nickel-plated
  • Strings: D'Addario EJ16 Phosphor Bronze, Light (.012-.053)
Made with selected lightweight laminated woods and reinforced with X-bracing, the Gretsch Jim Dandy Concert Frontier Stain guarantees an optimal balance between a warm vintage tone and reliable robustness.

Its “C” profile handle offers a comfortable grip, ideal for hours of inspiration in the style of old times. Period details such as a vintage peg bridge, graphic "G" pickguard, hand-painted binding, and oversized fingerboard inlays add to its nostalgic charisma.

Intended for both relaxed blues sessions and wild swing evenings, the Gretsch Jim Dandy Concert is a faithful companion for both beginners and experienced musicians, captivating with its authenticity and versatility.
Body shape
 Concert
Scale length
 629 mm (24,77")
Top material
 Linden
Type of tuners
 Open tuners
Instrument size
 4/4, standard
Nut width
 42,86 mm (1,6875")
Neck material
 Nato
Fingerboard material
 Walnut
Fingerboard radius
 305 mm (12,00")
Number of frets
 20
String gauge
 012 - 053
Hardware color
 Nickel
Number of strings
 6
Side material
 Linden
Back material
 Linden
Pickguard color
 White
Color
 Brown, Wood
Finish
 Brilliant
Artist
 Jim Dandy (Black Oak Arkansas)
Jim Mangrum is an iconic figure in American southern rock, famous both for his guitar skills and his distinctive voice. Born in Arkansas, he founded and led the group Black Oak Arkansas, which marked the 1970s with its unique style mixing rock, blues and country.
Known as Jim "Dandy", he embodied the raw energy and authenticity of Southern music, captivating crowds with his electrifying stage performances and ability to fuse diverse influences to create a sound all his own.

Under his leadership, Black Oak Arkansas enjoyed notable success with albums like "High on the Hog" and "Raunch 'N' Roll Live." His approach to music, tinged with passion and innovation, influenced numerous artists and helped define the genre of southern rock.

Still active on the music scene, he remains a figure respected and appreciated by rock fans for his lasting legacy and his unwavering commitment to the art of authentic and passionate music.