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Sold on Jun 9, 2025 for: Not Sold
Important Pair of Engraved Ruger New Vaquero Single-Action Revolvers Belonging to Joe Bowman, "The Straight Shooter" and Legen... (Total: 4 )
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Important Pair of Engraved Ruger New Vaquero Single-Action Revolvers Belonging to Joe Bowman, "The Straight Shooter" and Legendary Western Showman, along with Handtooled Holster Rig.Serial no's 510-01535 and 510-01538, .45 caliber, 4 1/2-inch barrels. Stainless finish with Sambar stag grips. Left side of frames read RUGER NEW VAQUERO / .45 CAL. Both guns engraved in cursive JOE BOWMAN on backstraps. Guns are profusely engraved in a Western barbed-wire pattern with deep chisel cuts throughout.
Guns are fitted in a handtooled and steel-lined performance leather hostler right. Initials J B adorn the leather belt and JOE BOWMAN on the interior. Finely crafted Western belt buckle featuring detailed scroll engraving and traditional motifs. Guns come with their original personalized metal carrying case [Americase] marked in bold black letters JOE BOWMAN on various parts, [19x12-inches].
Joe Bowman, known as "The Straight Shooter" and "The Master of Triggernometry," was a legendary American marksman, bootmaker, and Western showman whose life embodied the spirit of the frontier. Born in 1925 and raised in Houston, Texas, Bowman served with distinction in World War II, earning three Bronze Stars and a Purple Heart. After the war, he opened a boot shop but soon gained national acclaim for his extraordinary sharpshooting skills-able to split playing cards edgewise or shoot aspirin tablets out of the air at 30 paces. His talents made him a sought-after instructor, teaching Hollywood stars like Robert Duvall and James Arness, as well as law enforcement agencies including the FBI. More than a performer, Bowman was a living link to Western heritage, promoting the values of precision, respect, and tradition through his craft. Until his passing in 2009, he remained a beloved ambassador of Old West culture and was posthumously honored by the Texas Heroes Hall of Honor.
Condition: Guns appear unused. Faint tracking lines present. Minor handling wear, action crisp and excellent bores. Leather holster rig with wear overall, some scuffs present. Creasing to belt and belt tip. One holster has tape support. Americase with moderate handling and traveling wear, as expected. From Joe Bowman "The Straight Shooter Collection".
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2025 June 9 Arms & Armor, Civil War & Militaria Signature® Auction #6320 (go to Auction Home page)
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