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Richard Arnold Guitars

1966 Hofner 459 Violin Guitar 

Pictures of the guitar as it came in and after repair.
The Guitar was made in Hagenau, Germany in 1966 
Hofner 459 Violin Guitar Head Logo
A really thick layer of hand applied polyurethane varnish removed, taking away a yellow overtone, and finish touched up a little.
​Pickups rewound, electrics serviced, new pots and two knobs.
Tailpiece and strap button sourced. New saddle pieces made from fret wire and intonation set.
Pick guard made and guitar set up.
This guitar is featured in the book "Höfner: The Complete Violin Bass Story"
Before
After
Hohner Jumbo H390H Front
Hohner Jumbo H390H Front
Hofner 459 Violin Guitar Side
Hofner 459 Violin Guitar Side
Hofner 459 Violin Guitar Body
Hofner 459 Violin Guitar Body
 









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