Firearms object mount
July 17, 2014
This revolver is a loan to the Buffalo Bill Center of the West. It is a Colt Model 1905 Bisley Revolver that belonged to Audie Murphy. Audie Murphy was the most highly-decorated veteran of World War II. He was also an actor who starred in several movies.
These two photographs show how I have mounted the revolver for display after conferring with our Cody Firearms Museum staff. They wanted the revolver slightly laid back and suspended.
The firearms object mount is made of brass, and all supports touching the firearm are covered with tubing or felt to prevent scratching. The only part visible is the base rod, which is a couple inches to the rear of the revolver.
Object: Colt .45 caliber SAA Bisley flat top target revolver, 1905, once belonged to Audie Murphy. On loan from Dr. Jim and Marilyn Phillips, Bakersfield, California. L.418.2014.1
Written By
Gary Miller
Gary Miller is the Exhibition Production Manager. Mr. Miller has been with the Center for over 25 years. He works closely with the Curatorial, Registration, Conservation, Carpentry, and Graphics departments on the planning, layout, mount-making and installation of objects for exhibitions and gallery enhancements. Mr. Miller’s primary responsibility is ensuring the safety and integrity of the collections, during the creation of successful exhibitions. He has traveled with exhibitions as the Center’s representative to oversee packing, unpacking, and installation of exhibitions throughout the United States as well as in Europe.
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