Second Hand Vintage D Day Gordon Giltrap Mandolin With Case

A rare piece of musical and historical significance. This Second Hand Vintage Gordon Giltrap D-Day Mandolin (VPM44) is in pristine, barely-used condition—like brand new. This 8-string A-style mandolin is a faithful recreation of an original 1940s instrument carried by a US soldier during the Normandy landings at Omaha Beach in 1944. Every detail honours that wartime heritage: white ash body, nyatoh neck, rosewood fingerboard with white dot inlays, and aged hardware featuring replicated soldier-carved inscriptions that echo the original owner's personal messages. With 19 frets, aged tuners, and a rosewood bridge, it delivers authentic vintage tone and playability. The instrument arrives with a Zero-Gravity semi-rigid carry case, a souvenir booklet documenting its historical inspiration, and a certificate of authenticity. Perfect for the discerning collector, historian, or musician seeking an instrument with genuine character and provenance.