1935 C. F. Martin 000-28 Natural
Description
SN 59282: Old-growth, straight-grain Brazilian rosewood back and sides paired with an equally straight and tight-grained Adirondack spruce top make this 1935 000-28 a standout from what many consider the pinnacle year of the Golden Era.
It features all the classic specs and appointments of the period: forward shifted scalloped X-bracing, ivoroid binding, and the signature herringbone trim. The mahogany neck sports a volute, an ebony fingerboard with long-pattern snowflake and diamond inlays, and a Brazilian rosewood headstock overlay with decal logo. The back of the headstock is stamped—1935 being the last year for this detail. Replacement Waverliys. This year also marks the first full production of the 24.9” scale with T-frets and T-bar neck reinforcement.
Martin’s 1935 models are among the rarest and most sought after; only 52 000-28s were produced —the second-lowest production year ever. Players and collectors alike covet them for their slightly chunkier neck profile and rich, robust tone.
This example does not disappoint. It’s a well-played instrument that retains structural integrity and originality. It’s been carefully maintained, with no accidents, questionable repairs, or neglect. Recent professional work by Retrofret includes a neck reset, refret, and an excellent reproduction bridge. Additional setup by Mark Tossman.
Given the age of the instrument, it’s not completely free of issues. The playwear is clearly shown in the photos (note: Gbase compresses images—email for higher-resolution shots). There’s finish wear along both sides of the fingerboard, on the pickguard’s southeast edge, and around the sound hole’s southwest area. The top is crack free. The back of the neck shows finish wear but no dents or capo marks. The back has one 3” hairline that has been glued and a couple of small checks. The rim on the treble side has traces of an old impact mark that has been perfectly put back in place and touched up. It’s held there by a small old style linen patch. The inside mat have traces of an old reglued back brace. There is nothing major that effects the tone, playability or structural integrity of the guitar.
The original case has been tastefully restored with vintage-style replacement hinges, new rivets, tolex touchups, and reattached interior ribbons. Together, they make a fine, historic package.
For additional details, visit the Gbase link or contact me directly at jetcityguitars@comcast.net
Specifications
Status: Available
Builder: C. F. Martin
Year: 1935
Serial Number: 59282
Model: 000-28
Condition: Very Good
Back & Sides: Brazilian Rosewood
Top: Adirondack Spruce
Neck: Mahogany (Modified V Profile)
Nut Width: 1 3/4"
String Spacing: 2 3/8"
Tuners: Grover G-98 (original) / Waverly repros (installed)
Body Length: 19 3/8"
Upper Bout: 11 3/8"
Lower Bout: 15 1/4"
Body Depth (at endpin): 4 1/8"
Scale Length: 24.9"
It features all the classic specs and appointments of the period: forward shifted scalloped X-bracing, ivoroid binding, and the signature herringbone trim. The mahogany neck sports a volute, an ebony fingerboard with long-pattern snowflake and diamond inlays, and a Brazilian rosewood headstock overlay with decal logo. The back of the headstock is stamped—1935 being the last year for this detail. Replacement Waverliys. This year also marks the first full production of the 24.9” scale with T-frets and T-bar neck reinforcement.
Martin’s 1935 models are among the rarest and most sought after; only 52 000-28s were produced —the second-lowest production year ever. Players and collectors alike covet them for their slightly chunkier neck profile and rich, robust tone.
This example does not disappoint. It’s a well-played instrument that retains structural integrity and originality. It’s been carefully maintained, with no accidents, questionable repairs, or neglect. Recent professional work by Retrofret includes a neck reset, refret, and an excellent reproduction bridge. Additional setup by Mark Tossman.
Given the age of the instrument, it’s not completely free of issues. The playwear is clearly shown in the photos (note: Gbase compresses images—email for higher-resolution shots). There’s finish wear along both sides of the fingerboard, on the pickguard’s southeast edge, and around the sound hole’s southwest area. The top is crack free. The back of the neck shows finish wear but no dents or capo marks. The back has one 3” hairline that has been glued and a couple of small checks. The rim on the treble side has traces of an old impact mark that has been perfectly put back in place and touched up. It’s held there by a small old style linen patch. The inside mat have traces of an old reglued back brace. There is nothing major that effects the tone, playability or structural integrity of the guitar.
The original case has been tastefully restored with vintage-style replacement hinges, new rivets, tolex touchups, and reattached interior ribbons. Together, they make a fine, historic package.
For additional details, visit the Gbase link or contact me directly at jetcityguitars@comcast.net
Specifications
Status: Available
Builder: C. F. Martin
Year: 1935
Serial Number: 59282
Model: 000-28
Condition: Very Good
Back & Sides: Brazilian Rosewood
Top: Adirondack Spruce
Neck: Mahogany (Modified V Profile)
Nut Width: 1 3/4"
String Spacing: 2 3/8"
Tuners: Grover G-98 (original) / Waverly repros (installed)
Body Length: 19 3/8"
Upper Bout: 11 3/8"
Lower Bout: 15 1/4"
Body Depth (at endpin): 4 1/8"
Scale Length: 24.9"