1967 Guild D-40

First full year of Westerly-era D-40 production. The new factory maintained Guild's quality standards. The mahogany dreadnought tone is warm and focused — ideal for recording.

Current Market Value

Excellent
$3,500$7,000
Very Good
$2,200$3,500
Good
$1,400$2,200
Fair
$700$1,400

* Prices are estimates based on recent market data. Actual value depends on originality, condition, and provenance. Pricing methodology

Specifications

Body WoodSpruce top, Mahogany back and sides
Neck WoodMahogany
FingerboardRosewood
Scale Length25.625"
Frets20
Pickup ConfigNone
BridgeRosewood belly bridge with bone saddle
TunersGrover Rotomatic
Finish OptionsNatural Spruce Top, Sunburst
Est. Production300

Pickups & Electronics

Acoustic — no pickups.

What Changed in 1967

First full year of Westerly factory production for the D-40. The Westerly factory was larger and more modern than Hoboken. Quality remained high — many of the same workers made the transition.

Collector's Notes

Early Westerly D-40s are well-regarded. The quality transition from Hoboken to Westerly was smoother than many factory moves — experienced workers relocated. Values are slightly below Hoboken-era but instruments are excellent.