1958 Martin D-28

For your consideration, Garrett Park Guitars presents this 1958 Martin D-28, a beautifully preserved and remarkably resonant vintage acoustic that exemplifies Martin’s legendary craftsmanship during the late 1950s.

This guitar features a solid Sitka spruce top and Brazilian rosewood back and sides, delivering the rich, balanced, and powerful tone that has made the D-28 a favorite of professional musicians for generations. According to a longtime Martin employee and trusted friend of ours, this instrument appears to have been refinished by Martin in the 1960s. The tonewoods have opened up beautifully over time, resulting in a full, singing voice that is both warm and articulate. Virtually no play-wear is visible, and there are only a few faint blemishes consistent with a lightly played vintage guitar, making it an excellent condition example that will delight both collectors and players.

The 14-fret dreadnought body, straight X-bracing, and iconic Martin construction combine for strong projection and a perfectly balanced response for both pick and fingerstyle playing. The neck features a comfortable rounded V profile, and the guitar is set up for excellent playability, with low action, no buzzing, and no dead spots.

Original hardware remains intact, and the guitar comes with its original Martin hardshell case. For collectors and discerning players alike, this 1958 Martin D-28 represents a rare opportunity to own a playable, all-original vintage Martin with genuine history, legendary tone, and timeless style.

Specifications

Model & Year

• Model: Martin D-28

• Year of Manufacture: 1958

• Serial Number: 159913

Body

• Top: Solid Sitka spruce

• Back & Sides: Brazilian rosewood

• Body Shape: 14-fret dreadnought

• Bracing: Straight X

• Binding: Original cream binding

• Rosette: Three-ring black-white-black

• Finish / Color: Natural, refinished by Martin in early 1960s

• Pickguard: Original tortoiseshell-style

• Body Depth: 4 5/8"

• Weight: 4lbs 13oz

Neck

• Wood: Mahogany

• Construction: Set-in dovetail joint

• Profile: Rounded V

• Nut Width: 1.69"

• Scale Length: 25.4"

• Fingerboard: Brazilian rosewood

• Inlays: Dot inlays

• Frets: Excellent vintage condition

Hardware

• Tuners: Original Kluson-style open-back

• Bridge: Brazilian rosewood

• Saddle: Plastic

• Nut: Plastic

• Strap Buttons: Original

Condition

• Cosmetic: Excellent; minimal play-wear for age

• Structural: No cracks, breaks, or repairs; no neck reset required

• Notable Blemishes: Very faint surface blemishes consistent with a lightly played vintage guitar

Playability / Setup

• Setup: Excellent, low action, no buzzing or dead spots

• Character: Full, rich, balanced tone with strong projection for pick or fingerstyle

Case & Accessories

• Case: Original Martin hardshell