Martin D-28 1965 Brazilian Rosewood
Here is a 1965 Martin D-28 Brazilian Rosewood Dreadnought
The guitar was restored by Luthier Cristian Mirabella, known for his D'Angelico work as well as Martin and others.
The top was replaced with Martin NOS spruce. He informed me that the top is likely older than the guitar itself. The bridge is original as well as the tuners, pickguard. The neck was reset during the restoration as well. We kept the back and sides finish original which has aged and lacquer worn in spots from playwear. The top was finished in a way to blend in with the old finish, it looks great to me.
The guitar is well balanced and gives the tone that made these highly desirable.
Includes a very solid composite TKL case. I also have a grey molded Martin case if interested.
Because we kept the back and sides original, there is wear on the sides and back where the finish looks like it was worn through at the top bout of the sides. There are finish cracks on the back which I don't see on the inside of the guitar.
The pickguard seems to have loosened up and shifted and needs to be re-glued.
I see a very slight difference in the fretboard from the 15th fret to the end. The playability is not affected when I played it. I hadn't even noticed it until it was pointed out to me. It is minimal.
I listed these to be as transparent as I can be
The price reflects the restoration of this guitar and issues listed. This is sold as is and is below market value because of the above items listed.
This item is sold As-Described
This item is sold As-Described and cannot be returned unless it arrives in a condition different from how it was described or photographed. Items must be returned in original, as-shipped condition with all original packaging.Learn More.
| Listed | 5 months ago |
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| Condition | Good (Used) Good condition items function properly but may exhibit some wear and tear.Learn more |
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