1950s German archtop guitar, attributed to the Josef Sandner workshop (Isana / Espana).
Fully restored and optimized by Montréal Guitar, delivering a rich, full and balanced tone, perfectly suited for acoustic jazz, chord work and melodic playing.
Key features
- Right-handed guitar
- Solid spruce top
- Maple archtop body with cat-eye soundholes
- Maple neck with a comfortable vintage profile
- Dark wood fingerboard
- 24 3/4" scale length
- Approximately 6" radius
- Original floating bridge
- Period-correct Höfner Senator / Congress / President tuning machines
The Höfner tuning machines fitted on this instrument are highly sought-after vintage components, known for their significant standalone value on the vintage market.
Condition and tone
The guitar is now in A1 condition.
It offers excellent projection with a full, rich and articulate voice typical of high-quality 1950s European archtops.
Evaluated, fully restored and professionally set up by Montréal Guitar.
Sales policies
1950s German archtop guitar, attributed to the Josef Sandner workshop (Isana / Espana).
1. Currency and payment
All transactions are in CAD. Payments accepted by cash, debit, credit, cheque, e-transfer and direct deposit. No trades.
2. Shipping
International shipping with insurance and tracking is available. Local pickup by appointment at Montréal Guitar, 129 Van Horne, Montreal.
3. Returns and warranty
Item is sold as described. Returns are accepted only if the item received does not match the description or has a major undisclosed functional issue. Returns must be reported within 48 hours of delivery.
4. Reservations and deposits
Items can be reserved with a 20 percent deposit, non-refundable after 7 days.