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Martin D-35 Natural 1969

MARTIN D-35 1969

We are happy to offer for sale this vintage Martin D-35, one of the last of its era to feature premium rosewood. Details as follows:

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  • Year of manufacture: 1969
  • Country of origin: USA (Nazareth, PA)
  • Serial number:Ā 247781
  • Notable repairs / adjustments: neck reset, refret
  • Body Style: D-14 Fret Dreadnought
  • Top Material: Solid Sitka Spruce
  • Back & Sides Material: Solid Rio Rosewood (3-piece back)
  • Bracing: Non-scalloped 1/4" X-Bracing
  • NeckĀ Material: Solid Mahogany
  • Fingerboard: Solid African Ebony
  • Bridge: Ebony (non-original)
  • Binding: White Boltaron (multi-stripe on body and single white on neck)
  • NutĀ &Ā Saddle: Bone
  • NutĀ Width: 1 11/16" (approx. 42.8 mm)
  • ScaleĀ Length: 25.4"
  • TuningĀ Machines: Grovers
  • Pickguard: Black (non-original)
  • Finish: High-gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer
  • Condition: 7/10
  • Case: OHSC (Original Martin Hard-Shell Case)

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Comments:

The D-35 was introduced in late 1965 to address a shortage of Rio rosewood pieces large enough for a standard two-piece back. By using three smaller pieces, Martin could continue using their dwindling stock of this high-quality rosewood. It was designed with 1/4" top braces—thinner than the 5/16" braces used on the D-28 at the time—giving it a more resonant, bass-heavy character. It was the first Martin dreadnought to feature a bound fingerboard, a detail originally intended to position it as a more "premium" model than the D-28. This particular model is in great condition and plays very well, with a few repairs and replacements to mention: a replaced pickguard and bridge, a refret and a neck reset.

ALL EU PURCHASES ARE DELIVERED WITH TAXES AND DUTIES PAID

All purchases include EU taxes/duties paid, i.e., nothing further is due on receipt of goods to any EU state.

WHY BUY FROM US

We are one of the world's leading specialists in used and vintage gear with over 30 years of experience. Prior to shipping, each item will be fully serviced and professionally packed.

SELL - TRADE - CONSIGN

If you are looking to sell, trade or consign any of your classic gear, please contact us by message.

WORLDWIDE COLLECTION - DELIVERY

We offer personal delivery and collection services worldwide with offices/locations in London, Amsterdam, and Chicago.

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$5,919.32

Original: $16,912.33

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Martin D-35 Natural 1969—

$16,912.33

$5,919.32

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MARTIN D-35 1969

We are happy to offer for sale this vintage Martin D-35, one of the last of its era to feature premium rosewood. Details as follows:

Ā 

  • Year of manufacture: 1969
  • Country of origin: USA (Nazareth, PA)
  • Serial number:Ā 247781
  • Notable repairs / adjustments: neck reset, refret
  • Body Style: D-14 Fret Dreadnought
  • Top Material: Solid Sitka Spruce
  • Back & Sides Material: Solid Rio Rosewood (3-piece back)
  • Bracing: Non-scalloped 1/4" X-Bracing
  • NeckĀ Material: Solid Mahogany
  • Fingerboard: Solid African Ebony
  • Bridge: Ebony (non-original)
  • Binding: White Boltaron (multi-stripe on body and single white on neck)
  • NutĀ &Ā Saddle: Bone
  • NutĀ Width: 1 11/16" (approx. 42.8 mm)
  • ScaleĀ Length: 25.4"
  • TuningĀ Machines: Grovers
  • Pickguard: Black (non-original)
  • Finish: High-gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer
  • Condition: 7/10
  • Case: OHSC (Original Martin Hard-Shell Case)

Ā 

Comments:

The D-35 was introduced in late 1965 to address a shortage of Rio rosewood pieces large enough for a standard two-piece back. By using three smaller pieces, Martin could continue using their dwindling stock of this high-quality rosewood. It was designed with 1/4" top braces—thinner than the 5/16" braces used on the D-28 at the time—giving it a more resonant, bass-heavy character. It was the first Martin dreadnought to feature a bound fingerboard, a detail originally intended to position it as a more "premium" model than the D-28. This particular model is in great condition and plays very well, with a few repairs and replacements to mention: a replaced pickguard and bridge, a refret and a neck reset.

ALL EU PURCHASES ARE DELIVERED WITH TAXES AND DUTIES PAID

All purchases include EU taxes/duties paid, i.e., nothing further is due on receipt of goods to any EU state.

WHY BUY FROM US

We are one of the world's leading specialists in used and vintage gear with over 30 years of experience. Prior to shipping, each item will be fully serviced and professionally packed.

SELL - TRADE - CONSIGN

If you are looking to sell, trade or consign any of your classic gear, please contact us by message.

WORLDWIDE COLLECTION - DELIVERY

We offer personal delivery and collection services worldwide with offices/locations in London, Amsterdam, and Chicago.

VALUATION SERVICE

If you require a valuation of any of your classic gear, please forward a brief description and pictures and we will come back to you ASAP.

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