Hofner Model 545 Mandolin – Teardrop Body & Slotted Headstock (c. 1960s)

Overview

A stunning example of German craftsmanship from Hofner’s golden era. This Model 545 features the iconic "teardrop" body shape, distinguished by its elegantly carved "cat’s eye" soundholes and a rich, dark-stained finish. Unlike standard mandolins of the period, this instrument boasts an oversized, ornate slotted headstock and an elongated fingerboard, offering a unique aesthetic and tonal profile that is quintessentially Hofner.