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by jmac — last modified 2007-04-27 15:51

Firearms supplier on this film was Bapty, UK. Primary gun handler was James Weston, assistant was Scott Hamsphere, Bapty crew worked on weapons setup as support.

Nemo's Crew SMGs: The encased and modified Sten MKII submachine guns were made in a style to appear Indian. Molds were made, and 10-12 Stens were made up. The example in this picture was a Canadian Long Branch Sten MKII that had originally been made for the Chinese, with Chinese markings, but it was in standard 9x19mm.
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Nemo's handgun: These are Tokarev T33s of various manufacture. There are 4 of these left. Note the exotic magazine work that needed to be done. Many times the requirements of the prop designers have to be modified in order to keep a firearm in functioning condition.
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Nemo's sword, belt and scabbard.
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Sean Connery's lever action rifle: These two are Italian copies of the Winchester 1873 lever action rifle. Uberti Model 1873 with extensive engraving done by Shaun A. Banks. There is an original US silver dollar inset into the stock. These two guns are serial #52388 & #52370.
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Sean Connery's holster, belt and ankle knife sheath.
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The Bad Guys: Used various firearms encased in boxy exteriors.

Box for AK:
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Box for Thompson M 1928:
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