Vox Mando Guitar 12 String Octave Twelve, 1966 Made in England w/Original Case

In 1965 Vox Musical Instruments created the Vox Mando Guitar, sometimes known as the Octave Twelve.
Here we have the earliest commercial example of this Mando Guitar from 1966 with the metal wrap-around pick guard and tail-piece, these were only manufactured in the UK. The later version was a slightly different design in this respect and Vox eventually moved production of these to the EKO factory in Italy.  The guitar was seemingly only manufactured between 1965-1967 in the UK (the UK models have 5 digit serial numbers) and from then on in Italy (6 digit serial), making early versions of this guitar quite rare.

Cosmetically this instrument is in good condition for its age, though there is some pitting to the metal plate, a small dent in neck and a chip to the finish at the bottom back of the body (please see pictures I have tried to highlight any imperfections in the finish).  It comes with the original hardcase which is in fair condition externally but good internally. 
It is indeed an amazing sounding instrument in its own right. 

Famous players include Brian Jones and Ry Cooder.

Collection preferred. Shipped fully insured.