Hofner Model 545 Mandolin – Teardrop Body & Slotted Headstock (c. 1960s)Overview A stunning example of German craftsmanship from Hofners golden era. This Model 545 features the iconic "teardrop" body shape, distinguished by its elegantly carved "cats 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.