Based on new info on the AW Brill brand from member "arabensburg", whose grandfather (NJ Rabensburg) was the actual maker of the majority of the "Brill" holsters, I think this thread should qualify as being "notable":
A little Texas historical story - A. W. Brill Holsters
In particular the info suppled by Mr. Rabensburg beginning here:
http://smith-wessonforum.com/141307857-post14.html