I'd just contract with Tom to build you one. Other than that I have a suggestion that can really appreciate quickly. The 000-18's (21's, 28's, etc.) are highly sought after for a variety of reasons in most major cities but can still be found for the price you are willing to pay. If you can find a nice example of this guitar and then have a Luthier tweak it with shaving the braces and intonation, etc., it will have most of the qualities of a D body Martin, fit most females better than a Dreadnaught and is collectible right now and will only become more so with time. I prefer the dreadnaughts but really kick myself for selling my 000-18. What a great parlor instrument!
Guitar playing audiophiles, Martin or Taylor?
My "other half" is exploring the stress releiving effects of playing acoustic guitar. She's a great woman! She actually convinced me to buy a pair of Rowland model 9 monos w bps, instead of a boat. Thats my girl! Anyway, shes been playing for 1.5 yrs. Its a toss up between Martin ???? Koa wood, Taylor 314ce, Takamini GS330s, and a Tocoma???sound hole on top!!! All these models can be had "used" for around 900.00 All replys welcome, thanks Scot