1944 Martin 000-28

For your consideration, Garrett Park Guitars presents this 1944 Martin 000-28.

The 000-28 has long occupied a special place in Martin history, pairing a comfortable body size with the depth of tone that has made the model a favorite among discerning flatpickers and fingerstyle players alike. Examples from the 1940s are particularly desirable, representing a period of wartime production when materials and manufacturing conditions were anything but ordinary. With its Adirondack spruce, Brazilian rosewood, and scalloped bracing, the 000-28 remains one of the most enduring models in the vintage acoustic world.

This 1944 example is an especially attractive instrument, presenting in excellent condition with below-average wear for its age and retaining its factory lacquer finish with no evidence of overspray. Structurally, it is equally impressive, with no cracks or history of repairs beyond a neck reset, full refret, and a recent bridge reglue. (The original frets and saddle are included.) Its rounded V neck has a comfortable, substantial feel, measuring 1.77" at the nut. Weighing just 4 lbs., it comes housed in its original hardshell case, which is also in excellent, fully functional condition. 

Note: There is some evidence of water seepage on the bottom of the body presumably entering by the strap pin. It does not go through the rosewood inside and has not been over sprayed. 

Specifications

All components original unless specified otherwise

Model & Year

• Model: Martin 000-28
• Year of Manufacture: 1944
• Serial Number: 89379
• Weight: 4lbs

Body

• Body Shape: Dreadnought
• Finish / Color: Natural, nitrocellulose lacquer; no overspray
• Top: Adirondack (red) spruce
• Back & Sides: Brazilian rosewood
• Bridge: Ebony (reglued in November 2026)
• Bridge Plate: Maple
• Bracing: Scalloped X, Adirondack spruce
• Tone Bars: Scalloped Adirondack spruce
• Saddle: Aftermarket, original included
• Pickguard: Tortoise-shell
• Purfling: Herringbone
• Binding: White
• Rosette: Style 28 (3-ring, 5-9-5 pattern)

Neck

• Wood: Mahogany
• Fingerboard: Ebony
• Construction: Set
• Inlays: Pearloid dots
• Shape: Rounded V
• Nut: Aftermarket bone
• Nut Width: 1.77"
• Depth: .88" (1st), 1.04" (10th)
• Scale Length: 24.9"
• Frets: Refret, originals included
• Tuners: Kluson 502

Condition

• Cosmetic: Excellent with below-average play-wear
• Structural: Excellent with no cracks; repair history limited to neck reset, full refret, and bridge reglue

Case & Accessories

• Case: Original hardshell case