Hofner (Höfner) / 176 / 1965 / White / Guitar

Recently two rare 1960’s Hofner 176 models came in that both needed some work done. The main issue was that from the total of six pickups only two were still functioning. A common weakness with these old hofner 511 pickups is that they are prone to corrosion due to the composition of the used materials, which inevitably causes the wire around the coils to snap. As it would have been a matter of time before the two remaining pickups would suffer the same issue we decided to have all six pickups rewound to their original specifications. The repair, done by Gerard Schellekens off Tonespinner, also included a full restoration by changing out all materials causing the corrosion and thoroughly cleaning everything, so that these pickups are now more reliable than ever!

Judging by the serial number impressed on the top of the headstock this guitar was distributed by the van Wouw company of Amsterdam, who were known to import Hofner’s to the Netherlands since the 50’s. I wasn’t able to date the guitar precisely, but as it still has the 511, or “staple pickups”, it’s must have been made prior to 1967 when Hofner moved on to the 512 bar pickups.

If you’re looking for a 176 that doesn’t come with the hassle normally associated with this model, this trouble free fully restored example is a great catch and will make a good investment too. All parts are original, only the chicken knob has been changed, but I’ve managed to source down a NOS replacement for it! The guitar travels in it’s original case too. It’s roadworn and the handle is broken on one end, but the latches are working properly.

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Dear Wood Guitar Boutique, Netherlands  

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Pascal Waisapy
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We are driven by a passion for guitars, fine tone woods and the art of lutherie!

Our showroom is located on the top floor of a beautiful 18th century monumental building which you are welcome to visit by appointment, and we offer worldwide shipping too.

We specialise in luthier made, vintage, used and new acoustic and electric quality guitars and are official dealer for Maton, Supro and Stanford.

 

 

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