Martin 1937 D-28 Authentic Madagascar Rosewood/Adirondack Spruce with Hardshell Case - Used

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This used 4.6 lb Martin will ship insured, fully set up, and inspected from Rapid City, SD. In excellent condition, the headstock has some small chips as well as one on the top left side near the binding. There are also a few small chips on the top bottom left and scratches on the pickguard. The fretwire is slightly worn but still in great condition.

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Few guitars are as revered in the world of acoustic music as the Martin D-28s crafted in 1937, a year that represents the pinnacle of pre-war innovation and tone. The 1937 D-28 Authentic Acoustic is a tribute to that Golden Era, blending historical accuracy with modern refinement. Its Adirondack spruce top, thermally aged using Martin’s Vintage Tone System, brings out the open, rich voice of a well-played pre-war instrument, while the forward-shifted hand-scalloped X-bracing ensures every note projects with clarity and depth. From the first strum, it delivers a resonant warmth and complexity that captures the soul of early Martin craftsmanship.

The back and sides of this D-28 feature premium Madagascar rosewood, chosen not just for its stunning appearance but also for its lush tonal response. Together with the spruce top, it produces a harmonically rich, full-bodied sound that blossoms whether you play gentle fingerpicking or driving strums. The body shape is modeled after Martin Dreadnoughts of the 1930s and ’40s, offering a familiar, comfortable feel while remaining true to the era’s iconic silhouette. The finish, a vintage gloss, beautifully highlights the warm, natural hues of the wood, making this guitar a visual as well as an acoustic masterpiece.

The neck, crafted from genuine mahogany, follows the Authentic 1937 profile with the classic barrel and heel, creating a feel that is instantly recognizable to seasoned players. The ebony fingerboard, adorned with elongated abalone diamonds and squares, is paired with a 16” radius and 2-5/16” spacing, offering effortless playability across the fretboard. Subtle details, like the dovetail neck joint and the solid rosewood headplate with golden-era overlay, reinforce the guitar’s historical fidelity while ensuring stability and smooth action. Every element is designed to merge period-accurate aesthetics with a satisfying, modern touch.

Finishing the picture, the 1937 D-28 comes equipped with an authentic belly-style bridge, bone saddle and nut, faux ivory bridge pins, and Waverly nickel tuners with butterbean knobs, all mounted by hand. These choices not only preserve the vintage vibe but enhance tuning stability and tonal balance. Encased in a protective hardshell case, this guitar is ready to deliver its legendary voice to the stage, studio, or living room. With its combination of rare tonewoods, hand-crafted detail, and the warmth and projection of pre-war Martins, the 1937 D-28 Authentic Acoustic is a direct line to a golden chapter in acoustic history.

Features / Specs

Highlights

• Orientation: Right-Handed
• Electronics: None
• Bracing: Forward-Shifted X-Bracing, Scalloped, Adirondack Spruce with VTS, 5/16"
• Cutaway: None

Body

• Body Shape: Dreadnought
• Top Material: Adirondack Spruce with VTS
• Top Finish: Vintage Gloss
• Top Color: Natural
• Back & Sides Material: Madagascar Rosewood
• Back Configuration: 2-Piece with Backstrip
• Back & Sides Finish: Vintage Gloss
• Bracing: Forward-Shifted X-Bracing, Scalloped, Adirondack Spruce with VTS, 5/16"
• Binding Material: Antique White
• Rosette: Multi-Stripe

Neck

• Neck Profile: Authentic 1937
• Neck Material: Genuine Mahogany
• Neck Taper: Standard
• Neck Depth: 0.768" at 1st Fret, 1.052" at 10th Fret
• Scale Length: 25.4"
• Nut Width: 1-3/4"
• Fingerboard Material: Ebony
• Fingerboard Inlay: Abalone 1937 Diamonds and Squares Long Pattern
• Fingerboard Binding: None
• Fingerboard Radius: 16"
• Fingerboard Spacing: 2-5/16"
• Neck Finish: Vintage Gloss
• Neck Joint: Dovetail
• Headstock: Solid with 1937 Taper and Diamond
• Headstock Binding: None
• Headplate Material: Madagascar Rosewood
• Headplate Logo: Script Golden Era Overlay
• Headplate Finish: Vintage Gloss

Hardware

• Bridge Style: Authentic Belly - Glue In Long Saddle
• Bridge Material: Ebony
• Bridge Pins: Faux Ivory with Black Plastic Dots
• Saddle: Bone
• Nut Material: Bone
• Tuners: Waverly Nickel Open Back with Butterbean Knobs
• Pickguard: Tortoise Pattern

Miscellaneous

• Electronics: None
• Case/Gig Bag: Hardshell Case
• Serial Number: 2211843
• Manufacture Date: 2018