Authentic Replica of Harry Truman's Famous Desk Sign "The Buck Stops Here" Authentic Replica Of Harry Truman Famous "The Buck Stops Here" Desk Sign. President Truman First Used This Desk Sign On October 2, 1945. President Truman Even Referred To This Desk Sign In Public Speeches. For Example, In An Address At The National War College On December 19, 1952 Mr. Truman Said, "You know, it's easy for the Monday morning quarterback to say what the coach should have done, after the game is over. But when the decision is up before you -- and on my desk I have a motto which says The Buck Stops Here' -- the decision has to be made." Approximately 2-1/2" x 13" In Size And Mounted On A Walnut Base. The Sign Has The Words "Watch Your Step" On The Reverse Side. Made In The USA.