Jesse James Has Reinvented Himself As a Luxury Gunsmith, and Hot Damn These Pistols Are Gorgeous

Any gunsmith will tell you his trade is as much an art form as it is a job, but Jesse James (yes, that Jesse James) is taking that “art” part extremely seriously. He’s now crafting a dazzling array of beautifully bespoke firearms for his Jesse James Firearms Unlimited. 

Specializing in making extraordinarily-crafted editions of the legendary 1911 .45 caliber pistol, the former Monster Garage star launched his Texas-based company in 2013. Since then, he’s received commissions to create killer custom pistols for everyone from Angelina Jolie to U.S. Energy Secretary Rick Perry. 

One of his latest designs, the “Lady Liberty” Full Damascus, contains an actual piece of the Statue of Liberty, which James said he obtained from a friend who worked on the ultimate American monument’s restoration project. Three were made, but two have already been sold for a whopping $85,000. 

If you can’t handle that hefty price, there are plenty of other gorgeous guns to fawn over.

Take a look at some of Jesse James’s most awe-inspiring .45s: 

1. “Lady Liberty” Full Damascus

The #JJFU “Lady Liberty” Full Damascus Cisco 1911. Forged in Austin Texas by Jesse James. Pistol has pieces of The Statue of Liberty woven into the Damascus. Making it an Amazing piece of American History. This is 1 of 3 being made. 888-269-0666 JJamesFirearms@gmail.com www.JJFU.com

A post shared by Jesse James Firearms Unlimited (@jessejamesfirearms) on Feb 20, 2017 at 12:04pm PST

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2. Grand Master 

The seductiveness of the #JJFU “Grand Master” 1911 is Undeniable… 888-269-0666 JJamesFirearms@gmail.com www.JJFU.com

A post shared by Jesse James Firearms Unlimited (@jessejamesfirearms) on Feb 14, 2017 at 3:11pm PST

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3. Grand Master X 

Sorry IG deleted this pic. Obviously mistook it for some kind of Roman God Phallic symbol ……… The NEW JJFU Grand Master X 1911 is Done! We've been working on this project for the last year and finally got them into production (10 at a time) Man I love it! Imagine the possibilities for Engraving! 888-269-0666 JJamesFirearms@gmail.com www.JJFU.com

A post shared by Jesse James Firearms Unlimited (@jessejamesfirearms) on Feb 4, 2017 at 6:48am PST

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4. “Archangel Michael” Cisco Especial 

The other side of the #JJFU “Archangel Michael” Cisco Especial. Chambered in 45acp with a #JJFU Tear-dropped bushing barrel.. 888-269-0666 JJamesFirearms@gmail.com www.JJFU.com

A post shared by Jesse James Firearms Unlimited (@jessejamesfirearms) on Jan 29, 2017 at 11:43am PST

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5. “Pee Wee” 

I think for research and development sakes I'm going to have to keep this #JJFU “PEE WEE” carry size 1911. Just to make sure everything is A-OK. 888-269-0666 JJamesFirearms@gmail.com www.JJFU.com

A post shared by Jesse James Firearms Unlimited (@jessejamesfirearms) on Dec 7, 2016 at 9:37am PST

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6. Cisco Triple Black

Ok Last shot of the ejection port side of this #JJFU Cisco Triple Black in 10mm. 888-269-0666 JJamesFirearms@gmail.com www.JJFU.com

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7. “We the People” Lobo Commander 

#JJFU “We The People” LOBO 1911(commander size) fully engraved with 2-Tone #JJFU Butterfly grips. Order yours Now 888-269-0666 JJamesFirearms@gmail.com www.JJFU.com

A post shared by Jesse James Firearms Unlimited (@jessejamesfirearms) on Apr 18, 2016 at 5:30pm PDT

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8. Cisco Especial 

Ok last pic of this one and it's on the way to its new home in Nashville Tennessee… 888-269-0666 JJamesFirearms@gmail.com www.JJFU.com

A post shared by Jesse James Firearms Unlimited (@jessejamesfirearms) on Oct 23, 2016 at 11:20am PDT

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9. Damascus Serial Number One 

Great shot of the #JJFU Damascus Serial Number One. I decided to donate this pistol to the @nationalrifleassociation Museum so others could see it and enjoy it. Otherwise it would just be collecting dust while I'm pounding away on new ones. 888-269-0666 JJamesFirearms@gmail.com www.JJFU.com

A post shared by Jesse James Firearms Unlimited (@jessejamesfirearms) on Sep 2, 2016 at 7:20am PDT

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10.  Lobo Commander

“Lobo” Commander size 45acp 1911 by Jesse James Firearms Unlimited, Austin Texas. 888-269-0666 JJamesFirearms@gmail.com www.JJFU.com

A post shared by Jesse James Firearms Unlimited (@jessejamesfirearms) on Jul 5, 2016 at 8:53am PDT

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