Description
Description
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| Finish Details: | Original |
| Top Material: | Spruce |
| Body Material: | Brazilian Rosewood |
| Neck Material: | Mahogany |
| Fingerboard Material: | Ebony |
| Neck Profile: | Soft "V" profile |
| Neck Thickness (IN): | .85" (1st fret), 1.01" (12th fret) |
| Fingerboard Radius: | 16.00" |
| Nut Width: | 1-5/8" |
| Scale Length: | 25 2/5" |
| Hardware: | The bridge, saddle, and one bridge pin have been replaced. The nut has a small wood shim underneath. |
| Weight: | 4lbs 15oz |
| Modifications/Repairs: | -The neck has been reset and refretted, and there is an ebony shim under the fretboard tongue -The nut has been shimmed -The bridge and saddle have been replaced -One replaced bridge pin |
| Case Details: | Original Hardshell Case |
| Cosmetic Condition: | This vintage Martin D-28 is in very good condition, with nice aging and authentic wear on the glossy finish. There is checking, dings, and light finish wear throughout. There is a small crack running along the edge of the pickguard near the soundhole, which is stable. |
| Serial Number: | 134293 |
| Tech Notes: | The guitar plays well with low action and optimal neck relief, and the frets show minor play wear. The serial number dates the guitar to 1953. |
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