1998 Martin Custom 000-28 Brazilian Rosewood w/ Abalone Purfling, Pre-War Inlay & Case

Up for sale, a 1998 Martin Custom 000-28 in near-mint condition and in perfect working order, complete with the original hardshell case and owner’s manual. A custom-ordered iteration of one of Martin’s most popular body sizes, this 000 features an Engelmann spruce top with 5/16” scalloped X bracing, bookmatched genuine Brazilian rosewood back and sides, and ornate marquetry including abalone purfling, vertical “C.F. Martin” inlay on the headstock and Pre-War-style fingerboard inlay.

This 000-28 Custom delivers both sonic depth and clear treble chime, with excellent string-to-string balance (even among Martins). Offering healthy projection and an overall even-tempered feel, this Martin opens up when strummed hard with plenty of midrange oomph and a relaxed-yet-defined low end. Weighing 4lbs 6oz, this Custom 000-28 has been professionally setup here at Mike & Mike’s Guitar Bar with 12-53 bronze strings and easy-playing action.

Neck Specs:

-Wood: Mahogany
-Shape: Medium C, measuring .820” 1st fret, .880” 9th fret
-Fretboard: Ebony, Pre-War-style inlay
-Frets: Slender, no wear
-Scale Length: 25.4”
-Nut: 1 11/16”, bone (modern)
-Tuners: Schaller M-6, ebony buttons

Body Specs:

-Wood: Engelmann spruce, Brazilian rosewood (bookmatched)
-Bracing: X, scalloped
-Bridge: Ebony (reseated), compensated bone saddle (modern)
-Marquetry: Abalone purfling and rosette, grained ivoroid binding and heelcap
-Serialization: Stamp on heel block dates to ‘98

Showing only very light signs of use, the gloss lacquer finish has only faint pick scuffing on the Aging Toner top, a few faint finish scratches on the back and some minor dings on top at the lower bout. The satin finish on the neck profile is flawless.

The original black tolex hardshell case is included, along with Martin’s Care and Feeding manual.