Perhaps one of the nicest vintage acoustics we've ever had here at The Rock Inn!

A beautiful 1954 Martin D-28 from one of the most celebrated periods in Martin's history.

An exceptional opportunity to own a genuine vintage Martin D-28, featuring Brazilian rosewood back and sides, a spruce top and all the character, warmth and resonance you'd hope for from a guitar of this era.

1954 falls within an important transitional period for Martin, as the company moved from using Adirondack (Red) Spruce to Sitka Spruce for its guitar tops. Given the notably wide grain of this particular guitar's top, we believe it is quite possibly Adirondack Spruce. If so, it would make this an especially interesting example from this transitional period.

This is a two-owner instrument, previously purchased from Gruhn Guitars in Nashville and presents as a lovely, well-preserved example of a 1950s D-28.

The guitar retains plenty of its original character, with some surface finish touch-ups having been carried out over the years. Importantly, the instrument has not been oversprayed, retaining its original finish and beautiful vintage patina.

• Serial number: 137189

• Brazilian rosewood back and sides.

• Original waffle-back tuners, with evidence of previous tuner mounting holes having been filled.

• Includes a set of Grover waffle-back tuners that have previously been installed on the guitar.

• Bridge has been re-glued, retaining its original bridge plate.

• Professional neck reset carried out at some point in its life.

• Plays beautifully, with plenty of saddle height remaining.

• Original tortoise pickguard, showing no signs of lifting.

• Binding is in excellent condition and remains perfectly intact, with no separation.

• Surface finish has received some touch-ups but has not been oversprayed.

The guitar sounds every bit as lovely as you'd expect a 1950s Martin to sound. It has the depth, warmth and character that have made these vintage D-28s so highly regarded.

Specifications Feature Specification Model Martin D-28 Year 1954 Serial Number 137189 Body Style Large Dreadnought Back & Sides Brazilian Rosewood Top Spruce  Neck Mahogany Neck Profile Soft V Fingerboard Ebony Bridge Ebony Rosette Style 28 Top Trim Style 28 Fret Markers Mother of Pearl Dots Frets to Body 14 Headplate Rosewood Headstock Inlay Martin Builder Logo Finish Nitrocellulose Lacquer Scale Length 650mm / 25.6" Nut Width 1 11/16" Neck Depth – 1st Fret 0.89" Neck Depth – 7th Fret 1.00" Body Length 55cm Upper Bout 29cm Lower Bout 40cm Weight 2.09kg

Please note the guitar does not come with its original case. We are happy to discuss suitable case options with genuinely interested buyers.

A wonderful opportunity to own a genuine 1954 Brazilian rosewood Martin D-28. These are increasingly sought-after instruments, and this particular example offers a lovely combination of vintage character, history and excellent playability.

See the video below to watch this beautiful guitar being played in store by both Jackson & Jon!

Please don't hesitate to get in touch with any questions!