Vintage Hofner 545 Cats Eye Mandolin

Beautiful vintage Höfner Model 545 mandolin, made in Germany. These classic “Cat’s Eye” mandolins are well-regarded for their warm, woody tone, comfortable playability, and iconic A-style design.
Mandolin Features:
• Striking sunburst finish with rich orange-to-brown gradient
• Distinctive bound cat’s-eye (f-hole style) soundholes
• Mahogany neck with slotted headstock
• “Genuine Höfner Original – Made in Germany” logo on headstock
• Original trapeze tailpiece, adjustable bridge, and pickguard
• 8-string mandolin (standard GDAE tuning)
Condition: Very good playable condition for a 60+ year old instrument. Nice gloss on the finish with light play wear and vintage checking — no major cracks or damage visible. Sounds warm and responsive. A fresh professional setup (new strings + action adjustment) is recommended.
Premium Case & Accessories:
• High-quality custom hard case by renowned Dublin case maker Mike Mullen (plush blue interior, excellent fit and protection — highly regarded by Irish musicians)
• Multiple packs of new mandolin strings (D’Addario and others)
• Vintage Heriba Maestro Pitch Pipe Included
• Large selection of picks in various materials and thicknesses
• Spare bridge, string winder, tuner tool, and other setup accessories
• Original care instructions / manual
This is a great player-grade vintage German mandolin with character — ideal for folk, bluegrass, Celtic, old-time, or classical styles. The Mike Mullen case adds significant extra value and protection.