Sale 6314
Estimate$1,500 – $2,500
Very Good Plus. Bore is Minty with sharp rifling throughout. John Wayne portrait finish is worn down somewhat through the face with some loss to gold. Further spotted losses to blue on opposite side forward of his equestrian portrait. Grips with faint scratches on the edges of the backstrap. Brown flecking on the polished hammer flanks. Case has some age toning to playing cards in display, and some light scuffs. Action has not been tested to preserve finish.
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Mr. Tim Carey
Associate Vice President, Head of Department, Arms, Armor and Militaria