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LOT 546
Michael W. Dubber Master Engraved “Pattern Gun” Ruger New Vaquero Revolver with Certificate
of Authenticity, Holster, and Case - Serial no. 511-28757, 45 Long Colt cal., 5 1/2 inch round bbl., stainless
steel finish, rosewood grips. Originally manufactured in 2012, this Ruger New Vaquero was subsequently
beautifully embellished by FEGA and Colt Master Engraver Michael W. Dubber. He has previously served as president of FEGA,
as well as on the board of directors, and has won the Colt Collectors Association’s Howard Dove Award for best engraved Colt at
their regional shows seven times. The included certificate of authenticity with this revolver (incorrectly lists the serial number as “11-
2828757”) states that this gun was originally engraved by Dubber as the “pattern gun” for an engraving transfers business started by
Dubber and Les Schowe. It goes on to state that the patterns from this gun were then transferred to a master plate, which was then vectored
by Schowe. A resin casting of this master plate is included with the revolver. The engraving itself features 85% coverage floral scroll engraving with
punchdot backgrounds in the Colt factory style. The top of the barrel is marked for Dubber and Schowe, and “LeS” is marked on the ejector rod housing, with the
revolver otherwise having standard markings and features. It is fitted with a pair of checkered rosewood grips by Eagle Gunfighter. Includes the previously mentioned
resin master plate, a copy of the Dubber/Schowe transfer system, a Triple K leather holster, and the original case.
CONDITION: Excellent as masterfully embellished by Michael W. Dubber, with the metal remaining
almost entirely bright, only the slightest handling evidence, and crisp engraving overall. The grips are
also excellent with only the slightest
handling marks and crisp checkering.
Mechanically excellent. A beautiful
work of art from Michael Dubber!
Estimate: 4,000 - 6,500
LOT 545
Incredible Michael W. Dubber Master
Engraved and Gold Inlaid Colt Python
Double Action Revolver with Case
and Certificate of Authenticity - Serial
no. V63495, 357 Magnum cal., 6 inch vent rib bbl., blue finish,
plastic grips. Originally manufactured in 1979, this Colt
Python revolver was subsequently beautifully embellished
by FEGA and Colt Master Engraver Michael W. Dubber. He has
previously served as president of FEGA, as well as on the board of directors, and
has won the Colt Collectors Association’s Howard Dove Award for best engraved
Colt at their regional shows seven times. The included certificate of authenticity
with this revolver lists it by serial number and confirms the gun was engraved by
Dubber. The engraving features approximately 85% coverage, beautifully executed
floral scroll engraving on all the major components as well as delicately inlaid gold
borders, model marking on the barrel, and Rampant Colt on the left of the frame.
The one-line Colt address is marked on the right of the barrel while the two-line
model and caliber marking is on the left. The left of the frame is marked with the
Rampant Colt. The matching serial number is on the frame and crane. Dubber’s “M.
Dubber” signature is engraved on the bottom of the ejector rod housing. It is fitted with a blade front sight, adjustable notch rear sight, and a pair of diamond pattern
checkered imitation ivory grips. Includes a hardwood case fitted for the revolver and two engraved screwdrivers with hardwood handles.
CONDITION: Excellent as masterfully upgraded by Michael Dubber, retains 99% plus of the blue finish and gold inlay with only the slightest handling marks, faint traces of a cylinder turn line, and crisp engraving. The grips are
excellent with only the slightest handling marks and crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent. The case and screwdrivers are excellent with only the slightest handling evidence. A gorgeous Colt Python embellished by one of
Colt’s master engravers!
Estimate: 5,500 - 8,500