1884 Trapdoor stamps

[Matt K.]

A co-worker picked up a nice 1884 with two unusual stamps. On the wrist there is a "Western" stamped into the wood and on top of the butt there is an "ORE".

Any ideas as to what these are?

Thank you.

R/Matt

[Dick Hosmer]

Well, "ORE" could have some Oregon connection, but "Western" is probably Western Costume Company, who used to rent guns to the movie industry.

[Matt K.]

Thank you, Dick.

Makes sense. I have a CBD (Cecil B. DeMille) stamped Krag from the CMP.