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Revolver

Object Name:
Revolver
Object ID:
1987.070.34 a-b
Date:
circa 1945
Description:
Colt M1911 pistol, parade model (faux) with holster, World War II. Cast metal pistol (a), hollow interior. Grips painted brown. Cast on side, "JUTHE PARADE MODEL". 8" long, 5.25" wide. Leather holster (b), dark brown. Stamped on front, "U.S." Maker's mark on back, "S-B CO." Brass button closure, leather strap tie-down. 10.5" long, 5" wide.
a. Pistol, cast metal.
b. Holster, leather.
Material:
Metal
Leather
Brass
Dimensions:
W-5.25 L-8 inches
Provenance:
Uniforms, equipment, and memorabilia belonging to Col. Frederick M. Wood (1912-2008) of the New Hampshire National Guard's 197th Coast Artillery (AA), which served in the Pacific during World War II.
Credit Line:
Gift of Frederick M. Wood
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