Own a true piece of American military history with this Ithaca M1911A1 U.S. Army pistol chambered in the legendary .45 ACP. Manufactured during World War II, the M1911A1 earned its reputation as one of the most dependable and battle-proven sidearms ever issued to U.S. forces. Ithaca was one of only a handful of companies contracted to produce these iconic pistols, making original examples highly sought after by military collectors and firearms enthusiasts alike. This pistol features the desirable G.H.D. inspection stamp on the frame. The G.H.D. mark represents Brigadier General Guy H. Drewry, the U.S. Army Ordnance officer responsible for military acceptance inspections within his district during World War II. His initials signified that the firearm had successfully passed U.S. military inspection and was accepted for government service. The G.H.D. mark appears on many wartime U.S. military firearms produced under his inspection authority and is considered an important indicator of originality and historical authenticity.