Up for sale is a New Martin Custom Project 91 1937 D-45 # 5 Custom & Special Editions D-14 Fret. This instrument is the pinnacle of Martin's craftsmanship and legacy. Please contact us directly to make arrangements for payment and delivery.
This extraordinary collection brings to life 91 limited-edition Martin guitars, each one a direct descendant of an original pre-war D-45—among the most coveted acoustic guitars ever made. Individually linked to its historical counterpart by serial number, every instrument carries forward the legacy and spirit of the guitar that came before it. With tone, craftsmanship, and detail that echo Martin’s golden era, each model stands as a tribute to the artistry and tradition that continue to shape the sound of music—and now, it can live on through you.
When you register this guitar, you’ll receive a beautiful framed poster featuring your unique serial number and its connection to the original D-45—forever tying you to Martin’s storied history.
View the full specs to learn more about this remarkable model and its connection to Martin’s storied past.
- D-14 Fret (1937) body size
- Brazilian Rosewood back and sides
- Adirondack Spruce with VTS top with Natural top color
- Period Correct Barrel & Heel with Standard Taper neck
- 1 3/4" (1.750) fingerboard width at nut
- 5 Ply D-14F Harptone case - Top Material: Adirondack Spruce with VTS
- Finish Top: Gloss
- Top Color: Natural
- Top Inlay Material: Solid Abalone with Multi-Stripe
Top Detail: None
- Binding: Grained Ivoroid
- Bridge Material: Ebony
- Bridge Style: Period Correct Belly Style
- Bridge String Spacing: 2 5/16''
- Bridge Pin Material: Faux Ivory
- Bridge Pin Dots: 4.8mm Abalone
- Pickguard: Underfinish Faux Tortoise (Qty. 2)
- Pickguard Inlay: None
- Rosette: Period Correct Solid Abalone 45 Style
- Saddle: Period Correct Non-Compensated Long Bone
- Saddle Radius: 16" - Neck Shape: Period Correct Barrel & Heel
- Neck Taper: Standard Taper
- Neck Material: Genuine Mahogany
- Neck Color: Dark Mahogany
- Finish Neck: Gloss
- Scale Length: 25.4"
- Number of Frets Total: 20
- Neck Joins Body At: 14th Fret
- Fingerboard Material: Ebony
- Fingerboard Width at 12th Fret: 2 1/4" (2.250)
- Fingerboard Width at Nut: 1 3/4" (1.750)
- Fingerboard Inlay Style: Period Correct Solid Abalone 45 Snowflake
- Fingerboard Inlay Material: Multi-Stripe
- Fingerboard Binding Material: Grained Ivoroid
- Side Dots: Faux Tortoise - Headstock Shape: Period Correct Solid/6 String Diamond
- Headplate Material: Brazilian Rosewood
- Headplate Logo Style: Period Correct Solid Abalone CFM Block
- Headplate Binding Material: Grained Ivoroid and Solid Abalone with Multi-Stripe
- Tuning Machines: Waverly Gold
- Knob: Waverly Gold Non-Engraved Butter Bean
- Nut Material: Bone