JOHN WAYNE WESTERN .45 SINGLE-ACTION COLT REVOLVER (non-firing) - FRANKLIN MINT For Sale

I am offering for sale The John Wayne Western Commemorative .45 Single-Action Revolver produced by The Franklin Mint. THIS ITEM IS FOR DISPLAY ONLY. IT IS A NON-FIRING REPLICA. IT DOES NOT FIRE ANY AMMUNITION.

This commemorative piece was first sold by Franklin Mint in 1992 for $450 with a Certificate of Authenticity. (Not Included)A similar replica was later issued for the Centenary celebration in 2007 but did not have the display frame and did not have the signature on the back of the grip. This collectable is a replica of a special revolver that was made by Colt for John Wayne.The body is nickel plated, extensively engraved with 22 karat gold plating, and bears the same serial number (151284) of the revolver John Wayne carried in many of his western motion pictures. The barrel length is 4½ inches. John Wayne\'s signature is engraved on the grip strap, which indicates that this is a first issue from 1992. The grips have a slight stained appearance and this is to replicate thereal grips thatwere soaked in tea to createa stained look. The original display frame is included. The mounting pins are replica .45 bullet cases.