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1970 C.F. Martin & Co. 000-28

The first Indian rosewood 000-28 — a significant materials change but the same essential Martin auditorium guitar. Indian rosewood brings its own bright, vocal tonal character to the 000 body.

Current Market Value

Excellent
$3,500–$7,000
Very Good
$2,200–$3,500
Good
$1,400–$2,200
Fair
$700–$1,400

* Prices are estimates based on recent market data. Actual value depends on originality, condition, and provenance. Pricing methodology

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Specifications

Body WoodSpruce (top), Indian Rosewood (back and sides)
Neck WoodMahogany
FingerboardRosewood (Indian)
Scale Length24.900"
Frets20
Pickup ConfigNone (acoustic)
BridgeRosewood belly bridge
TunersGrover Sta-Tite
Finish OptionsNatural
Est. Production750

Pickups & Electronics

Pure acoustic.

What Changed in 1970

First Indian rosewood 000-28 — the transition year. Indian rosewood replaced Brazilian across the Martin line. The 000 body and essential construction remain unchanged.

Collector's Notes

Indian rosewood 000-28s are excellent player instruments at accessible prices. The 000 body is ideal for fingerstyle and recording. Check for neck reset needs — common on all vintage 000s.

How to Authenticate a 1970 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 1970, the number should fall within the documented range. Indian rosewood back and sides — verify correct grain and coloring. 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.