C. F. Martin & Co / OM-28 / 1931 / Guitar For Sale
A true dream guitar and a remarkable piece of history—this stunning Martin OM-28 1931 acoustic guitar is an absolute gem, offering an incredibly balanced, warm, and clear vintage voice. With all the coveted pre-war features—scalloped bracing, herringbone trim, and elegant snowflake inlays—it truly embodies the essence of the “holy grail” of acoustic guitars.
We are honored to have this exceptional Martin OM-28 1931 acoustic guitar in our collection. The tonewoods alone are breathtaking: old-growth rosewood of a quality that today’s luthiers can only dream of, paired with an Adirondack spruce top that has gracefully aged to a golden hue. This guitar has not spent its life tucked away in a case—it has been played and loved, developing a voice that is rich, open, and full of character. The lightweight build and beautifully worn mahogany neck feel like a smooth, well-traveled banister, making it an absolute joy to play.
And the sound? It’s everything you’d expect from an early 1930s Martin OM-28—powerful, resonant, and endlessly dynamic, with remarkable projection and sustain. There’s a depth and openness to its tone that simply can’t be replicated, a testament to nearly a century of music vibrating through its wood.
For a guitar of this age, it remains in great condition, though it has received careful restoration work over the years. Several cracks have been expertly repaired, and it has undergone a neck reset (including a heel repair) and a refret to ensure optimal playability. The bridge and banjo-style tuners are later replacements, and the finish has been professionally oversprayed. Despite these changes, the guitar retains all of its magic and charm.
This Martin OM-28 1931 acoustic guitar is not just a collector’s piece—it’s a living, breathing instrument with history in every note, ready to inspire and make music for generations to come. It comes in a high-end modern case for optimal protection. A truly special guitar that stands as a testament to Martin’s legendary craftsmanship.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G8zU4X7RNpE
Vintage Guitar World, Germany 
Vintage Guitar World was founded out of passion for guitar playing and the search for the special sound.Selling guitars is not just a job for us – we love guitars and live music.
We are specialized in classical, flamenco and acoustic guitars. As our name already suggests, our preference is on vintage and historically valuable guitars.We want to offer our customers special, unique and high quality guitars.
Guitars which are specially selected and outstanding in sound.All guitars are checked and adjusted. We work closely together with guitar builders and repair shops to adjust each guitar.
