1996 MARTIN 00028GE. “RARE FIND”

[faithpastor]

Boy, I really don’t want to list this but a blown Ford Engine has demanded attention! If you’ve been looking for one of these “Rare Finds” look no further as this is exceptionally clean for a 24 year old Martin! I’ve had 4 of these, still my favorite model but have had no luck selling the Clapton 00028M so here goes!
Have plenty of pics,, just email and I guarantee... you won’t be disappointed! Price is $2900, buyer to pay shipping and any fees.
Domestic shipping only. A few thoughts & specs below....

Lush, full-sounding Martin 000-28 Golden Era from 1996 in excellent condition. Originally a limited edition the 28 GE's were one of Martin's first forays into building a more "authentic" style guitar. They definitely did not disappoint. Even after Martin decided to include this model in their stock offering (as a 000-28VS), the GE's stood out as something special. This particular one lives up to the hype.
It has a pronounced warm, round and full bass after 20 years. The trebles are crisp and ring like vintage bells. The volume is superior for its size. This one has a great, comfortable set up and is very easy to play. The limited edition models keep their value over many other models, and this one is worth having if you’re a 12-Fret fan.The neck is 1 13/16” at the nut and is a long scale instrument. It’s the ultimate 12-Fret from Martin. Fossil ivory nut and saddle with a pyramid bridge. Forward shifted 5/16” scalloped X-Bracing (1” from soundhole) with 1/4” scalloped tone bars (historically accurate). Linen side reinforcements and over the X-Brace. Label signed by C.F. Martin IV and individually numbered. Edition size was limited to 367
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Top: Sitka Spruce
Back and Sides: Indian Rosewood
Scale: 25.4"
Nut Width: 1 13/16"
Year: 1996
Serial Number: 584678
Neck Material: Mahogany
Fretboard: Ebony
Bridge: Ebony Pyramid
Bracing: Pre-War Scalloped
Headstock Shape: Solid
Headstock Overlay: Rosewood
Headstock Inlay: Martin Decal
Tuners: Waverly
Inlays: Diamonds
Purfling: Herringbone
Body Binding: Ivoroid
Backstrip: Zig Zag
Nut Material: Fossilized Ivory
Saddle Material: Fossilized Ivory
Bridge Pins: Fossilized Ivory
Frets To Body: 12
Neck Profile: Low Profile V
Body Depth: 4 1/16"
Lower Bout Width: 15 1/8"
Case: Original Hardshell Case
#95 of 367 limited edition

[sixxstringer]

Uh...exceptional condition, 000-28GE, for $2900?! No affiliation whatsoever, but this is a ridiculously "reasonable" price for one of these. I have owned one for 15 years, and it remains one of the top five sounding Martins of the over 200 i have bought/sold/owned over the years. Would not sell mine for less than $3500. Never mind--would not sell mine at all! GLWS.

[faithpastor]

Thanks Richard and I totally agree!!! But.... a blown truck engine says otherwise.
Terrific buy on a very desired and tough to find Martin Custom!!!

[cigarfan]

Sent you a PM

[faithpastor]

SOLD PENDING PAYMENT

[blews]

Knew she wouldn't last long - don't see this come up very often and this appeared to be a beauty....Congrats!

[SlopeD]

darnit, I wanted this one!