1933 C.F. Martin & Co. D-28
A very early herringbone D-28 — only the third year of production with just 41 made. Scalloped X-bracing, Adirondack spruce, and Brazilian rosewood define this seminal instrument.
Current Market Value
* 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 — herringbone trim, scalloped bracing) |
| Neck Wood | Mahogany |
| Fingerboard | Ebony |
| Scale Length | 25.400" |
| Frets | 20 |
| Pickup Config | None (acoustic) |
| Bridge | Ebony belly bridge |
| Tuners | Grover Sta-Tite |
| Finish Options | Natural (lacquer) |
| Est. Production | 41 |
Pickups & Electronics
Pure acoustic flat-top — herringbone purfling, scalloped X-bracing, hide glue construction.
What Changed in 1933
Early herringbone D-28 — production increasing from inaugural year but still very limited. Adirondack spruce top, scalloped X-bracing, Brazilian rosewood of the highest quality. The D-28 was establishing itself as the professional's dreadnought.
Collector's Notes
Early 1930s D-28s are extraordinarily rare. Every example is tracked and documented. Authentication by multiple experts is essential at these price levels.