1928 Martin 0-17
Built in 1928, this Martin 0-17 is a genuine pre-war instrument, delivering the warmth, responsiveness and dry, woody tone that have made all-mahogany Martins from this era so highly sought after. Weighing only 3.4 lbs, it is exceptionally light, lively and inspiring to play.
The guitar was purchased directly from Matt Umanov in New York by its current owner in 1971 and has remained in the same collection for over fifty years. Internationally respected, Matt Umanov’s shop became one of the world’s premier destinations for vintage American guitars.
Features:
- Built in 1928
- Solid mahogany top, back and sides
- Only 3.4 lbs
- Replacement neck built by Matt Umanov, preserving the instrument’s original configuration
- Comfortable V-shaped neck profile
- 25 3/8” scale length
- 1 21/32” nut width
- Rosewood fingerboard
- Professionally replaced bridge
- Original bridge plate retained and reinforced with a thin maple laminate installed using hot hide glue
- Grover tuners
- Bone nut
- Three professionally repaired side cracks
- No cracks or repairs to the top or back
- Includes a vintage black 1960s–70s hardshell case
A beautifully restored pre-war Martin with exceptional provenance, outstanding playability and the unmistakable voice that has made vintage Martins legendary.
Professionally set up by Montréal Guitar.
1928 Martin 0-17
- Currency & Payment: All transactions are in CAD. Payment is accepted by cash, debit, credit card, cheque, e-transfer, or direct deposit. Equal-value trades are not accepted.
- Shipping: Worldwide insured shipping is available at the buyer’s expense. Local pickup by appointment at Montréal Guitar is also available.
- Returns & Warranty: All items are sold as described. Returns are accepted only if the item is materially different from its description or has a significant undisclosed functional issue. Any return request must be made within 48 hours of delivery.
- Reservations: A 20% deposit will reserve the instrument. Deposits become non-refundable after 7 days.