The February 1978 edition of Inside Kung Fu Magazine is often regarded
among Eastwood fans as one of the coolest of cover shots. Clint is featured on
the cover with Martial arts expert Donnie Williams, cool enough… Then there’s
Clint wearing the holster and holding the gun from his latest action thriller,
The Gauntlet. And finally, add to that the belt buckles that both Clint and
Donnie are wearing, featuring Clint as Josey Wales. Yes, there is a lot to like
about this shot. It’s a photo that I have been looking out to obtain for a
great deal of years - without success. It’s much like the magazine itself.
Tracking down a copy has also been something of a challenge, but I’m glad to
say the hunt is finally over. I have to
give a big shout out (and my sincere thanks) to friend of the archive Gary
Bennett who kindly sold me this magazine.
Whilst the cover
image appears on the web from time to time, the article inside is seldom seen.
Therefore, I have taken the opportunity to now share this on the archive. I
have scanned the first 4 pages which covers the relevant text and photos featuring
Clint. Beyond this point, the article extends to another 3 pages but the focus
is more on Williams and his career.
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