That famous rifle whose large loop lever became his signature. To pay tribute to the Duke, back in the 1980's John Wayne's family authorised Franklin Mint to make an embellished re-creation of that unique rifle. Based on the Winchester Model 92 .44-40 Carbine from his personal collection, this superb non-firing commemorative rifle was assembled by hand from 70 separate components, and intricately engraved and embellished with 24 carat gold. The rifle bears markings from the original, including the identical serial number, 987672, preceded by the initials JW. The walnut-stained hardwood stock and extended for-end are hand-finished with a satin shine. A proof minted solid sterling silver medal depicting the Duke is set into an engraved bezel accented with 24 carat gold, then hand set into the stock. And the crowning touch is John Wayne's own signature, carved into the tang atop the stock. The 36" rifle is supported on the 43" by 14½" display frame by two gold plated 44-40 shell cases.This originally sold for $675 in the USA.