This lot features a vintage Western leather cartridge belt and holster manufactured by W. R. Thompson of Rifle, Colorado. Thompson was a regional maker of holsters and leather gear serving the ranching and frontier communities of the Rocky Mountain West. Leather equipment produced in towns such as Rifle reflected the practical needs of working cowboys and ranchers who relied on durable holsters and cartridge belts for everyday carry in the field.

The right handed holster is stamped "W. R. THOMPSON CO. MAKER RIFLE, COLO." and is marked No. 445. Based on its proportions, the holster appears to be sized for a Colt Single Action Army revolver with a 4 5/8 inch barrel. The holster is mounted on a 2.5 inch wide leather cartridge belt that retains twelve cartridge loops sized for .45 Colt ammunition. The belt is also stamped with the initials "JH," likely representing the original owner. The belt measures approximately 33.75 inches from the nearest hole to the point where the leather meets the buckle and about 35.75 inches to the far hole.

Overall the rig shows honest handling wear with age and field use. The leather remains structurally sound with intact cartridge loops and clear maker markings. Western holsters produced by regional makers such as W. R. Thompson represent the working gun leather of the American West and remain collectible artifacts associated with ranching and frontier life.