1934 C.F. Martin & Co. D-28
An early herringbone D-28 from Martin's pre-war golden era. Scalloped X-bracing, Brazilian rosewood, and the herringbone trim define this period. Among the finest acoustic flat-tops ever constructed.
Current Market Value
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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 | 89 |
Pickups & Electronics
Pure acoustic flat-top — no pickup. The herringbone top purfling is the definitive pre-war D-28 visual identifier.
What Changed in 1934
Early herringbone D-28 — the most collectible pre-war Martin dreadnought. Scalloped X-bracing, Brazilian rosewood, herringbone trim, ebony fingerboard. Only 89 made. These define the ideal acoustic guitar tone.
Collector's Notes
The herringbone purfling around the top is the instant identifier of pre-war D-28s (1931-1946). Scalloped bracing is essential — verify with a mirror inside the body. Brazilian rosewood should show deep, rich figuring.