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
Excellent
$14,000–$28,000
Very Good
$9,000–$14,000
Good
$5,500–$9,000
Fair
$2,700–$5,500
* Prices are estimates based on recent market data. Actual value depends on originality, condition, and provenance. Pricing methodology
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.