1958 C.F. Martin & Co. 000-28
A late 1950s 000-28 — Brazilian rosewood on the cusp of the folk revival. The auditorium body delivers clarity and balance ideal for fingerstyle and vocal accompaniment.
Current Market Value
Excellent
$10,500–$21,000
Very Good
$6,800–$10,500
Good
$4,100–$6,800
Fair
$2,000–$4,100
* 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) |
| Neck Wood | Mahogany |
| Fingerboard | Rosewood |
| Scale Length | 24.900" |
| Frets | 20 |
| Pickup Config | None (acoustic) |
| Bridge | Rosewood belly bridge |
| Tuners | Grover Sta-Tite |
| Finish Options | Natural |
| Est. Production | 380 |
Pickups & Electronics
Pure acoustic.
What Changed in 1958
Late 1950s 000-28 — the folk revival was building momentum. The auditorium body was gaining popularity among fingerstyle players and vocalists. Brazilian rosewood, rosewood fingerboard.
Collector's Notes
Late 1950s 000-28s are well-made instruments with growing collectibility. The folk revival association adds cultural value. Check for the fingerboard material transition.