Has a movie ever made you want to buy a certain firearm? - Page 2

m.p.driver · June 13, 2012, 03:56 AM

The wild bunch,Winchester 1897.

BlueTrain · June 13, 2012, 06:49 AM

Oh, most of them that have any guns at all, but especially the older ones. I love scenes where a character pulls open a drawer and there's a Colt Police Positive or a Police Positive Special inside. There's a scene in To Have and Have Not like that. There's also a scene where Bogart is on his boat and he gets out his rifle, a lever action. It is in a case. How many movies do you see someone taking a rifle out of a case?

Katsumi Liquer · June 13, 2012, 09:25 AM

Back in 1999 or thereabouts, I was deciding on what to get for my first handgun, and was overwhelmed by the choices available.

Then I happened to watch the animé Gunsmith Cats, in which the main character's primary sidearm was a CZ 75 (the pre-'B' version) that was animated in excruciating detail, right down to its internals. A behind-the-scenes video featurette on the LD also included a close-up examination of a real CZ 75.

That cinched the deal for me; I ordered a 9mm CZ 75B from an on-line dealer shortly thereafter. I still shoot this 75B on regular basis, and it remains one of the most accurate handguns currently in my collection.

shaunpain · June 13, 2012, 01:59 PM

Westerns always make me want some Schofields, levers, and a Sharps. Watching a newer movie recently ("Predators", the re-imagining of the franchise) made me want a 1911 with compensator that this Yakuza guy had. If it actually was a .460 Rowland, then I want it even more. Mind you, I never liked compensators or the way they looked.

**Mike Irwin** · June 13, 2012, 03:00 PM

Not directly, but it certainly pushed it along.

I caught part of Public Enemies on TV some months ago, and the scene where Dillinger breaks out of jail has him opening a police arms locker where there are maybe 10 Colt Police Positives (all correct period) hanging in nice rows.

A few weeks later I acquired my Official Police.

Not exactly what I wanted (I wanted an older one with hard rubber grips) but I wasn't going to quibble on the price, which I thought was very fair.

myshoulderissore · June 13, 2012, 03:15 PM

Jurassic Park made me want a SPAS12... And a flock of obedient Velociraptors!

So far, I have neither.

markj · June 13, 2012, 05:54 PM

Only movie gun I want is the old 88 magnum, it shoots thru schools...

jimbob86 · June 13, 2012, 06:10 PM

When I saw Kelly's Heroes as a kid, I wanted a Thompson.....

I wanted a Garand after Band of Brothers came out ....

....still don't have either ........ yet.

Auto426 · June 13, 2012, 07:37 PM

I hate to say it, but it happens a lot with me.

I bought my first 1911 because I had seen so many 1911's in movies, television, and video games and I fell in love with the design. I bought my .44 magnum because I spent too much time watching the Dirty Harry movies. I used to dislike the AR15 in a vain attempt at being nonconformist, but seeing enough of them in media eventually got me to learn more about them and even purchase one. I'm also currently hankering for an AK-74 and G3, also brought about by seeing them in movies and video games.

I don't really see it as that much of a negative thing though. I've come to learn about a lot of different firearms through seeing them used in movies, television, and video games. Entertainment puts the idea of the gun in my head, which usually leads to researching their history and learning about whats available out there for me to purchase.

snuzzo29 · June 13, 2012, 08:42 PM

The remake of 3:10 to Yuma makes me want to get a Schofield.

Chris_B · June 13, 2012, 08:47 PM

Yes

I want a C96. Because of Han Solo

Justice06RR · June 13, 2012, 08:58 PM

I'm a sucker for high-powered modern rifles, so its the 50BMG, .338 AWM Lapua, or even just a Remington .308 bolt action. Shooter is one of my favorite firearms movies.

Another one is the AA-12 semiauto shotgun from Expendables.

gaseousclay · June 13, 2012, 09:30 PM

Quote:

The remake of 3:10 to Yuma makes me want to get a Schofield.

3:10 to Yuma made me want 2 hrs of my life back. that movie sucked

ScottRiqui · June 13, 2012, 11:27 PM

I can't say that I bought it *because* of the movies, but the Bond films were my first exposure to the Walther PPK. Likewise, the first time I heard about the Browning Hi-Power was in one of the later Bond books.

One thing I have noticed is that whenever I buy a new gun, I start seeing it everywhere! I know they were always there, but I just didn't notice them until I had one of my own. There's even a name for it - the Baader-Meinhof Phenomenon. It's the same reason why when you buy a new car, you "start" seeing the same make/model/color everywhere you go.

Frasier · June 14, 2012, 01:48 AM

Actually, Mel Gibson copied off me when he saw my Beretta 92 that I got back in 1999. He went back in time and used the same model in the movies because he saw me using one.

I find it amusing that I was able to justify dropping the cash to buy a big Smith & Wesson 45 acp revolver, like the one used in Raiders of the lost Arc. My Springfield XD 45 is picky about ammo and had a bunch of SWC reloads sitting around gathering dust. I HAD to buy one to shoot off that ammo.

Powderman · June 14, 2012, 03:30 AM

Yep.

Guess which movie?

Even though it's chambered in 45-120, not 45-110, and those rounds aren't paper-patched.

Pond, James Pond · June 14, 2012, 04:17 AM

"Nikita" made me want to buy a Desert Eagle.
That won't ever happened

"Lord of War" (Nicholas Cage) made me want to buy an AK of some sort. That hasn't happened yet.

"Predator" made me want to buy a mini-gun.
Surprinsingly, that hasn't happened yet either. Who'd have guessed...?

Double Naught Spy · June 14, 2012, 09:14 AM

No, but I do want a light saber.

Chris_B · June 14, 2012, 05:14 PM

Quote:

Yep.

Guess which movie?

Even though it's chambered in 45-120, not 45-110, and those rounds aren't paper-patched.

Nuns on the run?

Jo6pak · June 14, 2012, 07:01 PM

Apparently Powerman has seen Quigley Down Under.

And Chris B. has not

Joe_Pike · June 14, 2012, 09:26 PM

Not a movie, but every time I watch 'The Adventures of Brisco County Jr.' I want to buy a single action revolver. I still haven't picked one up yet.

psychohellbilly666 · June 14, 2012, 09:36 PM

Harley Davidson and the Marlbro man. Ruger super blackhawk 454 converted 4 inch barrel. Gotta make mine with birdshead grips though.

Maximus856 · June 15, 2012, 01:52 AM

Sniper/DM scenes are always a favorite for me...So, it was no surprise when I was younger and fell in love with the m14/m1a, thanks in part to Black Hawk Dawn.

And of course, an '03 from Saving Private Ryan.

And lastly, Enemy at The Gates. Though I don't have a PU, I do have an m44. Not really hard to attain nor the main reason I own one it it was still a decent movie.

Personally, I feel like the shooting/historical accuracy in these movies was about as realistic as possible in these movies compared to many others.

10-96 · June 15, 2012, 02:04 AM

How do some photos get reversed when posted and some do not? I've never figgered that one out. Of course I'm probably one of the least computer proficient guy here, but still I get curious. The left handed M-14 made me look twice.

wizrd · June 17, 2012, 12:55 AM

"Boondock Saints" - and have Coronado leather make me a vest that can carry 6 Dan Wesson Razorbacks, three on each side, that's my go to 1911 gun in 10 mm.

June 13, 2012, 06:49 AM	#27
BlueTrain Senior Member Join Date: September 26, 2005 Location: Northern Virginia Posts: 5,809	Oh, most of them that have any guns at all, but especially the older ones. I love scenes where a character pulls open a drawer and there's a Colt Police Positive or a Police Positive Special inside. There's a scene in To Have and Have Not like that. There's also a scene where Bogart is on his boat and he gets out his rifle, a lever action. It is in a case. How many movies do you see someone taking a rifle out of a case? __________________ Shoot low, sheriff. They're riding Shetlands! Underneath the starry flag, civilize 'em with a Krag, and return us to our own beloved homes! Buy War Bonds.

June 13, 2012, 01:59 PM	#29
shaunpain Senior Member Join Date: September 12, 2008 Location: Chicago Posts: 426	Westerns always make me want some Schofields, levers, and a Sharps. Watching a newer movie recently ("Predators", the re-imagining of the franchise) made me want a 1911 with compensator that this Yakuza guy had. If it actually was a .460 Rowland, then I want it even more. Mind you, I never liked compensators or the way they looked. __________________ "Shut up, crime!"

June 13, 2012, 03:00 PM	#30
Mike Irwin Staff Join Date: April 14, 2000 Location: Northern Virginia Posts: 33,119	Not directly, but it certainly pushed it along. I caught part of Public Enemies on TV some months ago, and the scene where Dillinger breaks out of jail has him opening a police arms locker where there are maybe 10 Colt Police Positives (all correct period) hanging in nice rows. A few weeks later I acquired my Official Police. Not exactly what I wanted (I wanted an older one with hard rubber grips) but I wasn't going to quibble on the price, which I thought was very fair. __________________ "The gift which I am sending you is called a dog, and is in fact the most precious and valuable possession of mankind" -Theodorus Gaza Baby Jesus cries when the fat redneck doesn't have military-grade firepower. Last edited by Mike Irwin; June 13, 2012 at 03:15 PM.

June 13, 2012, 06:10 PM	#33
jimbob86 Senior Member Join Date: October 4, 2007 Location: All the way to NEBRASKA Posts: 5,257	When I saw Kelly's Heroes as a kid, I wanted a Thompson..... I wanted a Garand after Band of Brothers came out .... ....still don't have either ........ yet. __________________ TheGolden Rule of Tool Use: "If you don't know what you are doing, DON'T." http://nefirearm.com/

June 13, 2012, 07:37 PM	#34
Auto426 Senior Member Join Date: November 24, 2007 Location: South Louisiana Posts: 1,299	I hate to say it, but it happens a lot with me. I bought my first 1911 because I had seen so many 1911's in movies, television, and video games and I fell in love with the design. I bought my .44 magnum because I spent too much time watching the Dirty Harry movies. I used to dislike the AR15 in a vain attempt at being nonconformist, but seeing enough of them in media eventually got me to learn more about them and even purchase one. I'm also currently hankering for an AK-74 and G3, also brought about by seeing them in movies and video games. I don't really see it as that much of a negative thing though. I've come to learn about a lot of different firearms through seeing them used in movies, television, and video games. Entertainment puts the idea of the gun in my head, which usually leads to researching their history and learning about whats available out there for me to purchase. __________________ *"Si vis pacem, para bellum"* - If you want peace, prepare for war.

June 13, 2012, 03:56 AM	#26
m.p.driver Senior Member Join Date: January 25, 2009 Location: Ohio Posts: 540	The wild bunch,Winchester 1897.

June 13, 2012, 09:25 AM	#28
Katsumi Liquer Member Join Date: June 28, 2002 Posts: 76	Back in 1999 or thereabouts, I was deciding on what to get for my first handgun, and was overwhelmed by the choices available. Then I happened to watch the animé Gunsmith Cats, in which the main character's primary sidearm was a CZ 75 (the pre-'B' version) that was animated in excruciating detail, right down to its internals. A behind-the-scenes video featurette on the LD also included a close-up examination of a real CZ 75. That cinched the deal for me; I ordered a 9mm CZ 75B from an on-line dealer shortly thereafter. I still shoot this 75B on regular basis, and it remains one of the most accurate handguns currently in my collection.

June 13, 2012, 03:15 PM	#31
myshoulderissore Senior Member Join Date: September 12, 2010 Location: Boise, ID Posts: 447	Jurassic Park made me want a SPAS12... And a flock of obedient Velociraptors! So far, I have neither.

June 13, 2012, 05:54 PM	#32
markj Senior Member Join Date: October 27, 2005 Location: Crescent Iowa Posts: 2,830	Only movie gun I want is the old 88 magnum, it shoots thru schools...

June 13, 2012, 08:42 PM	#35
snuzzo29 Member Join Date: May 11, 2012 Location: Illinois/Wisconsin Posts: 20	The remake of 3:10 to Yuma makes me want to get a Schofield.

June 13, 2012, 08:47 PM	#36
Chris_B Senior Member Join Date: February 9, 2007 Posts: 2,589	Yes I want a C96. Because of Han Solo

June 13, 2012, 08:58 PM	#37
Justice06RR Senior Member Join Date: December 21, 2010 Location: Central FL Posts: 910	I'm a sucker for high-powered modern rifles, so its the 50BMG, .338 AWM Lapua, or even just a Remington .308 bolt action. Shooter is one of my favorite firearms movies. Another one is the AA-12 semiauto shotgun from Expendables.

June 13, 2012, 11:27 PM	#39
ScottRiqui Senior Member Join Date: January 27, 2010 Location: Norfolk, VA Posts: 2,896	I can't say that I bought it because of the movies, but the Bond films were my first exposure to the Walther PPK. Likewise, the first time I heard about the Browning Hi-Power was in one of the later Bond books. One thing I have noticed is that whenever I buy a new gun, I start seeing it everywhere! I know they were always there, but I just didn't notice them until I had one of my own. There's even a name for it - the Baader-Meinhof Phenomenon. It's the same reason why when you buy a new car, you "start" seeing the same make/model/color everywhere you go.

June 14, 2012, 01:48 AM	#40
Frasier Senior Member Join Date: March 10, 2011 Posts: 175	Actually, Mel Gibson copied off me when he saw my Beretta 92 that I got back in 1999. He went back in time and used the same model in the movies because he saw me using one. I find it amusing that I was able to justify dropping the cash to buy a big Smith & Wesson 45 acp revolver, like the one used in Raiders of the lost Arc. My Springfield XD 45 is picky about ammo and had a bunch of SWC reloads sitting around gathering dust. I *HAD* to buy one to shoot off that ammo.

June 14, 2012, 03:30 AM	#41
Powderman Senior Member Join Date: September 7, 2001 Location: Washington State Posts: 2,030	Yep. Guess which movie? Even though it's chambered in 45-120, not 45-110, and those rounds aren't paper-patched. __________________ Hiding in plain sight...

June 14, 2012, 04:17 AM	#42
Pond, James Pond Senior Member Join Date: July 12, 2011 Location: Top of the Baltic stack Posts: 1,607	"Nikita" made me want to buy a Desert Eagle. That won't ever happened "Lord of War" (Nicholas Cage) made me want to buy an AK of some sort. That hasn't happened yet. "Predator" made me want to buy a mini-gun. Surprinsingly, that hasn't happened yet either. Who'd have guessed...? __________________ You cannot wake someone who is pretending to sleep. Stop pretending. Wake up. Doubt: ...it's the only thing I'm sure of... -Marsupials: Nature's idea of Concealed-Carry-

June 14, 2012, 09:14 AM	#43
Double Naught Spy Senior Member Join Date: January 8, 2001 Location: Forestburg, Montague County, Texas Posts: 9,737	No, but I do want a light saber. __________________ "If you look through your scope and see your shoe, aim higher." -- said to me by my 11 year old daughter before going out for hogs 8/13/2011

June 14, 2012, 07:01 PM	#45
Jo6pak Senior Member Join Date: August 5, 2010 Location: West Coast...of WI Posts: 1,144	Apparently Powerman has seen Quigley Down Under. And Chris B. has not __________________ NRA Life Member, SAF contributor.

June 14, 2012, 09:26 PM	#46
Joe_Pike Senior Member Join Date: December 30, 2010 Posts: 729	Not a movie, but every time I watch 'The Adventures of Brisco County Jr.' I want to buy a single action revolver. I still haven't picked one up yet. __________________ Stay Groovy

June 14, 2012, 09:36 PM	#47
psychohellbilly666 Senior Member Join Date: May 12, 2009 Location: Princeton, IN Posts: 254	Harley Davidson and the Marlbro man. Ruger super blackhawk 454 converted 4 inch barrel. Gotta make mine with birdshead grips though.

June 15, 2012, 01:52 AM	#48
Maximus856 Senior Member Join Date: March 20, 2006 Location: PA Posts: 547	Sniper/DM scenes are always a favorite for me...So, it was no surprise when I was younger and fell in love with the m14/m1a, thanks in part to Black Hawk Dawn. And of course, an '03 from Saving Private Ryan. And lastly, Enemy at The Gates. Though I don't have a PU, I do have an m44. Not really hard to attain nor the main reason I own one it it was still a decent movie. Personally, I feel like the shooting/historical accuracy in these movies was about as realistic as possible in these movies compared to many others. __________________ "In 1968 for my senior field trip I was sent to RVN" -Hunter Customs "It is far more important to be able to hit the target than it is to haggle over who makes a weapon or who pulls a trigger." -Dwight D. Eisenhower

June 15, 2012, 02:04 AM	#49
10-96 Senior Member Join Date: October 19, 2005 Location: Tx Panhandle Territory Posts: 2,863	How do some photos get reversed when posted and some do not? I've never figgered that one out. Of course I'm probably one of the least computer proficient guy here, but still I get curious. The left handed M-14 made me look twice. __________________ Rednecks... Keeping the woods critter-free since March 2, 1836. (TX Independence Day) I'm going to use the words "clip" and "Long Colt" every chance I get. It grinds my gears to see new members attacked when we all know dang good and well what's being refered to.

June 17, 2012, 12:55 AM	#50
wizrd Member Join Date: February 26, 2012 Posts: 65	"Boondock Saints" - and have Coronado leather make me a vest that can carry 6 Dan Wesson Razorbacks, three on each side, that's my go to 1911 gun in 10 mm.