If that gun surfaced for sale. It would go for a lot of money in today's market.Assuming L. S. Laughlin didn't have a LEO or pistol/rifle club affiliation, the $150 is 2 1/2 times the retail price of $60. That's a lot of money during the Great Depression.
It was my understanding that the money for the gun was raised by "subscription"; that is to say, the funds were collected from a large number of people to be put towards a common purchase.Assuming L. S. Laughlin didn't have a LEO or pistol/rifle club affiliation, the $150 is 2 1/2 times the retail price of $60. That's a lot of money during the Great Depression.
I would assume that several or many employees contributed to a gift for a retiring CEO or company president. The number of people and the inquiry originating at a mining company let me think that.It was my understanding that the money for the gun was raised by "subscription"; that is to say, the funds were collected from a large number of people to be put towards a common purchase.
Still quite a chunk of dough though!
People much more knowledgeable than I have put a great eal of research into the .22LR Unicorn that is the Registered Rimfire.
Best,
RM Vivas
Assuming L. S. Laughlin didn't have a LEO or pistol/rifle club affiliation, the $150 is 2 1/2 times the retail price of $60. That's a lot of money during the Great Depression.
I'm thinking whoever has it today does not realize they have it. In a footlocker or such in the attic or the basement.If that gun surfaced for sale. It would go for a lot of money in today's market.
Unless someone didn't know what it is.![]()