Production used, U.S. Cavalry Officer’s Tunic with Pants, worn by John Wayne in the 1970 film “Rio Lobo.” John Wayne starred as Colonel Cord McNally, a Union officer. Both pieces have Western Costume Co. labels sewn in; the tunic also bears WCC stamps as well as handwritten "1007166".
Howard Hawks’ final film, the tag line was, “Give ‘Em Hell, John”.
Includes original promotional photos (including a fantastic photo of Wayne playing chess between shots).
Exhibited: National Firearms Museum exhibit “Hollywood Guns,” in the William B. Ruger Gallery of the National Firearms Museum 2010-2011.
Lot 115, Sold $10,030.
Brian Lebel's Mesa Old West Auction - January 23, 2021. Mesa, AZ.
