Lot of two revolvers used by Marlon Brando in the film “One Eyed Jacks” (1961, Paramount Studios). Directed by Brando (who replaced Kubrick), the movie took almost 2 years to complete, went way over budget, and originally ran over 5 hours.
a) *S/N 164474, .45 caliber, 4 ¾ inch barrel Colt 1873 Single Action Army. Blue and case color finish, 1-piece walnut grips, back strap and trigger guard #216731, frame marked with Stembridge “S”. Condition: bore not a factor, refinished, later grips slightly undersized, excellent mechanically, good marks. Includes Stembridge Gun Rentals invoice dated February 29, 1960.
This Colt revolver was used in the film’s final shoot-out, as well as various scenes where it is visible in Brando’s waistband.
b) *S/N 315990, .45 caliber, 5 inch barrel, Colt New Service revolver. Blue finish, 2-piece hard rubber grips, faux ejector housing attached to barrel to simulate a Colt Single Action Army. Marked “303” on butt, lanyard ring removed. Condition: bore not a factor in the value of this revolver, 30% original finish, very good grips.
Brando used this Colt to fire three very quick rounds (which could not be done as quickly with a standard single action revolver) into the saloon bully who pulled a sawed-off shotgun from behind the bar after Brando beat him for mistreating a saloon lady.
Exhibited: National Firearms Museum exhibit “Hollywood Guns,” in the William B. Ruger Gallery of the National Firearms Museum 2010-2011.
* $100 FFL fee will be added to this purchase. All sales of firearms will be in accordance with Federal and State guidelines. All post-1898 firearms are subject to applicable ordinances and laws, and must be purchased in compliance with Federal and State law.
Lot 307, Sold $26,550.
Brian Lebel's Mesa Old West Auction - January 23, 2021. Mesa, AZ.
