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This used Martin will ship insured, fully set up, and inspected from Rapid City, SD. In very good condition, there are small scratches, dents, and scuffs on the top and sides with the finish worn off on the front lower bout. The neck appears to have been reset at some point as well as the bridge likely shaved down a bit with the string height at the 12th fret currently at 6/64" on the high E and 8/64" on the low E. The saddle has good height to it. The back has long cracks down the middle of the back with a stabilizing button on the inside. The fingerboard is in great condition and the frets are slightly worn. The headstock and neck feature some chips and dents. The top is slightly caved under the bridge but the guitar is in great playing condition.

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This Martin Vintage 1965 D-35 stands as a snapshot of one of the most celebrated eras in acoustic history, built at a time when craftsmanship, materials, and tone all seemed to align effortlessly. This is a true classic dreadnought in every sense—simple, powerful, and deeply musical, with a presence that immediately feels lived-in and alive.

The Brazilian rosewood back and sides are the heart of what makes this instrument so special. Rich, complex, and increasingly rare, this tonewood brings depth and shimmer that’s hard to replicate, paired beautifully with a spruce top that delivers clarity, headroom, and a wide dynamic range. Together, they create a voice that’s full, open, and endlessly expressive.

Visually, the three-piece back is unmistakable, adding both structural character and a signature look that defines the D-35 lineage. The multi-ply binding and rosette details frame the instrument with a subtle elegance, while the aged nitro finish and classic appointments give it that unmistakable vintage warmth and authenticity.

In the hands, it responds with that familiar dreadnought authority—strong low end, clear mids, and a top end that rings without ever feeling harsh. Whether played lightly or driven hard, it holds together with a balance and depth that make it just as inspiring today as it was in 1965.

Features / Specs

Highlights

• Orientation: Right-Handed
• Electronics: None
• Bracing: X-Bracing
• Cutaway: None

Body

• Body Shape: Dreadnought
• Top Material: Spruce
• Top Finish: Nitrocellulose Lacquer
• Top Color: Natural
• Back & Sides Material: Brazilian Rosewood
• Back Configuration: 3-Piece
• Back & Sides Finish: Nitrocellulose Lacquer
• Bracing: X-Bracing
• Binding Material: White 6-Ply Top, White 3-Ply Back
• Rosette: Multi-Ply, 5-9-5 Ring

Neck

• Neck Profile: Round C
• Neck Material: Mahogany
• Neck Taper: Standard
• Neck Depth: 0.888" at 1st Fret, 1.053" at 10th Fret
• Scale Length: 25.4"
• Nut Width: 1-11/16"
• Fingerboard Material: Ebony
• Fingerboard Inlay: Dots
• Fingerboard Binding: White, Mitered Corners
• Fingerboard Radius: 16"
• Neck Finish: Nitrocellulose Lacquer
• Neck Joint: Dovetail
• Headstock: Solid
• Headstock Binding: None
• Headplate Inlay: None
• Headplate Finish: Nitrocellulose Lacquer

Hardware

• Bridge Style: Belly
• Bridge Material: Ebony
• Bridge Pins: White with Black Dots
• Saddle: Bone
• Nut Material: Bone
• Tuners: Grover Closed Gear Nickel
• Pickguard: Tortoise Shell Celluloid

Miscellaneous

• Electronics: None
• Case/Gig Bag: Tweed Hardshell Case
• Serial Number: 206794
• Manufacture Date: 1965