1933 C.F. Martin & Co. OM-28

The final original OM-28 — discontinued after 1933, not to return for 57 years. Only 35 made. Last-year examples carry special significance for collectors of the Orchestra Model format.

Current Market Value

Excellent
$110,000$220,000
Very Good
$68,000$110,000
Good
$42,000$68,000
Fair
$21,000$42,000

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

Specifications

Body WoodSpruce (top), Brazilian Rosewood (back and sides — herringbone trim, scalloped bracing)
Neck WoodMahogany
FingerboardEbony
Scale Length25.400"
Frets20
Pickup ConfigNone (acoustic)
BridgeEbony belly bridge
TunersGrover Sta-Tite
Finish OptionsNatural
Est. Production35

Pickups & Electronics

Pure acoustic fingerpicking guitar.

What Changed in 1933

Final year of the original OM-28 — the model was discontinued after 1933, replaced by the 000 designation. Only 35 made. These last-year originals are highly prized by collectors.

Collector's Notes

Final-year OM-28s carry a premium as the last of the original run. The model would not be reintroduced until 1990. Verify all pre-war specifications: scalloped bracing, herringbone, Brazilian rosewood, ebony fingerboard.