Tombstone (Cinergi, 1993), Kurt Russell "Wyatt Earp" Hero Photo-Matched Inscribed Colt Buntline Special Single Action ...

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Kurt Russell's Hero Photo Matched Signature "Wyatt Earp" Colt .45 Buntline Special from Tombstone.

Tombstone (Cinergi, 1993), Kurt Russell "Wyatt Earp" Hero Photo-Matched Inscribed Colt Buntline Special Single Action Revolver. This is the iconic hero live-fire Colt Buntline Special revolver used by Kurt Russell in the movie Tombstone (1993). Serial no. SA7202 [frame], .45 caliber, 10-inch barrel with fixed front blade sight and frame-notch rear sight. Blued finish. Case-hardened frame and hammer. Top of barrel marked: COLT'S PT. F.A. MFG. CO. HARTFORD, CT. U.S.A. Left side of barrel roll-stamped: COLT BUNTLINE SPECIAL .45. Two-line, two-date patent to left side of frame. CAT. 5565 stamped just below barrel, in the front of the frame. Smooth walnut one-piece grip. Inscribed brass badge to right panel reads: TO / WYATT / EARP / PEACEMAKER / FROM THE GRATEFUL / PEOPLE OF DODGE CITY / APR. 1878 8TH. This is one of only three hero Wyatt Earp Colt .45 Buntline Specials used in Tombstone; reportedly Kurt Russell kept one, and director George Cosmatos (now deceased) kept the other. The unique swirled color patterns of the color case hardening on the revolver photo-matches an image of Russell taken on the set of the film. The owner acquired this revolver 15 years ago from a member of the film production and it has never been on public display or placed at auction. Condition: Very good. Retaining approximately 90-94% finish with some thinning to relief edges, handling wear and very fine spots of pitting. Vibrant case colors remaining. Scattered scuffs and dings present to wood. Action functions, but needs adjustment. Moderately pitted bore. Special shipping arrangements via a federal firearms licensed dealer will apply. Comes with a COA from Heritage Auctions.

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