John Wayne is remembered in a collector's set of Winchester ammunition in .45 Colt, 44-40 Winchester and .30-30 Winchester (not available through USFA).

Various ads and articles celebrating the Duke's 100th

In honor of The Duke’s 100th anniversary, we present the John Wayne Red River D^® Classic. This USFA Single Action is chambered in .45 Colt with the Duke’s “movie gun” recreated with a worn blue finish and mellow simulated ivory stocks.

The Red River D brand appears on the shovel head and on the left side of the frame with John Wayne’s signature on the backstrap. The Red River D Classic is available with a 4-¾" in a black powder frame or with a 5-½" barrel in a cross pin frame. Serial numbered RRXXXX, customers can also order a pair numbered RRXXXX and XXXXRR.

Each gun comes complete with a John Wayne Holster and redeemable coupon for a Cartridge Belt in your size. The guns come in Special Centennial packaging.

John Wayne “The Duke” is a true Hollywood icon of 20th-century American film. He is most famous for his portrayal of western and military heroes throughout his 50 year career. 

He was born Marion Morrison in Winterset, Iowa, 1907. His family moved to California when he was very young. His first leading role was in The Big Trail (1930), but it was his portrayal as the Ringo Kid in Stagecoach (1939) that made him a star.  Wayne went on to appear in more than 175 films, winning numerous awards and honors, including the Congressional Gold Medal and the Presidential Medal of Freedom.  His legacy continues with the John Wayne Cancer Foundation, which brings courage, strength and grit to the fight against cancer.  

He remains one of America's most beloved celebrities as the most famous cowboy in cinema.

The John Wayne Red River D™ Classic.