1968 C.F. Martin & Co. D-45
The reintroduction of the D-45 after 26 years — first year back with Brazilian rosewood and full abalone treatment. Only 73 made. These first-year reissues are the most valuable post-war D-45s.
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 — reissue, first year back after 26-year absence) |
| Neck Wood | Mahogany |
| Fingerboard | Ebony |
| Scale Length | 25.400" |
| Frets | 20 |
| Pickup Config | None (acoustic) |
| Bridge | Ebony belly bridge (with abalone inlay) |
| Tuners | Grover Sta-Tite (gold) |
| Finish Options | Natural |
| Est. Production | 73 |
Pickups & Electronics
Pure acoustic — reissue with full abalone treatment.
What Changed in 1968
The D-45 returns after a 26-year absence. First year of the reissue with Brazilian rosewood — only 73 made. Non-scalloped bracing distinguishes these from pre-war examples, but Brazilian rosewood and full abalone make them highly collectible.
Collector's Notes
First-year reissue D-45s (1968) are rare and highly sought. Brazilian rosewood and low production numbers make these special. The most collectible post-war D-45 vintage.