Hofner 459 Black Beauty.

Here is my lovely old Hofner 459 "Black Beauty" in outstanding, original condition with the later addition of a period Hofner 510 Diamond pickup .      With stunning looks and great tone, it will grace any collection.     It plays really well just as a nicely set-up 60's Hofner should, with a low action.

The Body is in excellent condition with outstanding finish,  perfect binding and no separation or shrinkage of binding or joints.    There are a few plectrum marks!

The neck also is excellent with an outstanding finish showing just the right amount of relief.    It is strong and true with a relatively slender neck for the period and a superb fingerboard  -  it just feels right.    There are not any signs of past damage or repair on this lovely old 459.  

The tuners are original in ornamental Brass and just a little stiff.    It also has the correct ebonised Bridge.   

This must have been an outstanding acoustic guitar and the later addition of a type 510 Diamond pickup is in keeping with the period and looks right.    Great, jazzy electric tone.     Having benefitted from a recent professional set-up,  it plays and sounds fantastic.

I can send pics of any specific details you need.     I do not have a case for this this guitar but it will be packed safely for UK or International shipping.