1947 C.F. Martin & Co. 000-28
An early post-war 000-28 — the first fully post-war configuration with simplified binding and non-scalloped bracing. Brazilian rosewood and excellent construction make these fine fingerstyle instruments.
Current Market Value
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Specifications
| Body Wood | Spruce (top), Brazilian Rosewood (back and sides — non-scalloped bracing, simplified binding) |
| Neck Wood | Mahogany |
| Fingerboard | Ebony |
| Scale Length | 24.900" |
| Frets | 20 |
| Pickup Config | None (acoustic) |
| Bridge | Ebony belly bridge |
| Tuners | Grover Sta-Tite |
| Finish Options | Natural |
| Est. Production | 180 |
Pickups & Electronics
Pure acoustic.
What Changed in 1947
Post-war 000-28 with fully established non-scalloped bracing and simplified binding. Herringbone trim discontinued. Brazilian rosewood, ebony fingerboard. Post-war production ramping up.
Collector's Notes
Early post-war 000-28s represent excellent value. Brazilian rosewood, ebony fingerboard, and Martin's proven auditorium body. Significantly less expensive than pre-war examples.
How to Authenticate a 1947 C.F. Martin & Co. 000-28
Martin serial numbers are the most reliable in the industry — verify the number stamped on the neck block (visible through the soundhole) against Martin's published tables. For 1947, the number should fall within the documented range. The back and sides should be Brazilian rosewood — this is the single most important factor in valuation. Brazilian rosewood has distinctive grain variation (chocolate to violet-brown) and a sweet smell. Indian rosewood (post-1969) is more uniform and darker. Non-scalloped X-bracing pattern for this era — verify through the soundhole. Auditorium size with 24.9-inch scale length (shorter than OM). Verify correct body dimensions. Check for neck resets, top cracks (especially near soundhole and bridge), and bridge plate condition. Tuners should be Grover Sta-Tite. Finish should be nitrocellulose lacquer with age-appropriate wear. Original case adds value.