During the trial for the 'Rust' shooting case, Prosecutor Erlinda Johnson emphasized to the jury that the gun involved was in 'perfect working order.' This statement was made in reference to the firearm used in the tragic incident on the film set.
According to Johnson, the company responsible for distributing the gun for use in the film confirmed that the weapon had undergone quality control tests. The prosecutor highlighted that the gun had been utilized as a show gun at gun shows, indicating that it had been subjected to scrutiny and evaluation.