Not a re-issue!! I purchased this guitar from a seller onReverb. He purchased a number of 1960’s Hofners Club 40 guitars in the late1970’s and had them ever since. Got the year 1962 on this one from the Hofnersite. It could possibly be a 1963 however I do not think they were continuedinto ‘63. Other than a couple of tiny nicks as can be seen in the pictures,this guitar is in great condition and comes in it’s original case. Theseguitars are exceptionally rare in this finish and condition. It is all originaland a collectible guitar for sure and is similar to the John Lennon Cavern Clubguitar that he played in the early days. Please feel free to ask questions.Like I said, I purchased this guitar here on Reverb and I love it but I amtrying to free some space and focus on other projects. According to the seller, Ipurchased the guitar from, this guitar is part of a studio collection and hasbeen used on some notable records. I prefer local pick-up but will ship andinsure. This guitar is sold as-is but plays great. Will be properly packagedfor shipping and or can be picked up in Slidell, Louisiana.