This rare and all original Hofner 172 in red vinyl is in superb condition. The body finish shows no marks, preserving its pristine charm despite the passage of time. The neck and headstock have aged nicely, developing the perfect level of checking for a vintage guitar, making it a true collector's gem, but at an affordable price. At Mdc Vintage Guitars, we pride ourselves on offering exceptional, authenticated vintage instruments to our discerning clientele. Secure this exquisite piece and own a slice of music history today.

Technical information

• Neck: Maple

• Fingerboard: Rosewood

• Width at nut: 42.5 mm

• Radius: 7.25''

• Frets: 22 frets

• Scale: 25.5" (648mm)

• Profile: C

• Pickguard: Black 2 ply

• Hardware: Chrome / Individual tuners with tulip buttons / Vibrato

• Pickups: 2x Höfner Mini Humbucker 

• Controls: 2x Volume / Switch: Rhythm-Solo / Switch: Bass On-Off / Switch: Treble On-Off

• Country of manufacture: Germany

• Year: 1962/3

• Finish: Red Vinyl (snake skin imitation )

• Decorations: Double mother-of-pearl dots on each key marker and white plastic edging along the entire edge of the guitar body