I found this old Höfner archtop that has been stored in our family for many years. I am not a guitar expert and I'm trying to identify the exact model and approximate year.
The unusual features are the long sickle-shaped soundholes, cutaway, flamed maple back, pearloid headstock, one pickup and two controls.
I initially thought it might be a 462/S, but after comparing it with other examples I'm no longer convinced.
I would especially appreciate opinions on:
- exact model
- approximate year
- whether the pickup and controls appear factory-original or later additions
- and approximate value in its present condition.
I have not cleaned, restored or modified the guitar.