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'''''China O'Brien II''''' is a 1990 direct to video action film | '''''China O'Brien II''''' is a 1990 direct to video action film that is a sequel to 1988's ''[[China O'Brien]]''. The film was also directed by Robert Clouse and the same main trio returns two years after the events of the first film. The sequel follows China O'Brien, now the sheriff of Beaver Creek finds that recently escaped drug kingpin Charlie Baskin has arrived in the town in search of his ex-associate Frank Atkins who testified against Baskin and now is under witness protection. | ||
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== Smith & Wesson Model 67 == | == Smith & Wesson Model 67 == | ||
Charlie Baskin ([[Harlow Marks]]) and several of his men carry [[Smith & Wesson Model 67]] (or possibly a nickel plated [[Smith & Wesson Model 15]]) revolvers. | Charlie Baskin ([[Harlow Marks]]) and several of his men carry [[Smith & Wesson Model 67]] (or possibly a nickel plated [[Smith & Wesson Model 15]]) revolvers. | ||
[[File: | [[File:S&W67.jpg|300px|thumb|none|Smith & Wesson Model 67 with wood grips - .38 Special]] | ||
[[File:China OBrien2-Revolver-17.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Baskin's revolver is seen in holster at the right.]] | [[File:China OBrien2-Revolver-17.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Baskin's revolver is seen in holster at the right.]] | ||
[[File:China OBrien2-Revolver-27.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Vargas ([[Gary A. Rogers]]) holds a revolver in the night scene.]] | [[File:China OBrien2-Revolver-27.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Vargas ([[Gary A. Rogers]]) holds a revolver in the night scene.]] | ||
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== Smith & Wesson Model 19 == | == Smith & Wesson Model 19 == | ||
During China's confrontation with Frank Atkins, his [[Charter Arms Bulldog]] (see below) switches to a [[Smith & Wesson Model 19]] | During China's confrontation with Frank Atkins, his [[Charter Arms Bulldog]] (see below) switches to a [[Smith & Wesson Model 19]] due to a continuity error. S&W Model 19 revolvers are also seen in hands of gangsters. | ||
[[Image:Smith&Wesson-Model-19.jpg|thumb|none|300px|Smith & Wesson Model 19 Combat Magnum - .357 Magnum]] | [[Image:Smith&Wesson-Model-19.jpg|thumb|none|300px|Smith & Wesson Model 19 Combat Magnum - .357 Magnum]] | ||
[[File:China OBrien2-Revolver-22.jpg|thumb|none|600px|China O'Brien ([[Cynthia Rothrock]]) picks up Atkins' revolver...]] | [[File:China OBrien2-Revolver-22.jpg|thumb|none|600px|China O'Brien ([[Cynthia Rothrock]]) picks up Atkins' revolver...]] | ||
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[[File:China OBrien2-Pistol-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Kurt draws the pistol.]] | [[File:China OBrien2-Pistol-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Kurt draws the pistol.]] | ||
== | ==Walther PP == | ||
During the final shootout Kurt ([[Douglas Caputo]]) carries an unidentified pistol. It bears some resemblance with [[Walther PP]]. | During the final shootout Kurt ([[Douglas Caputo]]) carries an unidentified pistol. It bears some resemblance with [[Walther PP]]. | ||
[[Image:Walther_PP.jpg|thumb|300px|none|For comparison: War Time Walther PP Pistol]] | [[Image:Walther_PP.jpg|thumb|300px|none|For comparison: War Time Walther PP Pistol]] | ||
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[[File:China OBrien2-Shotgun-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|One of the pursuers holds a shotgun.]] | [[File:China OBrien2-Shotgun-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|One of the pursuers holds a shotgun.]] | ||
[[File:China OBrien2-Shotgun-3.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A pursuer makes way through the thickets.]] | [[File:China OBrien2-Shotgun-3.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A pursuer makes way through the thickets.]] | ||
[[File:China OBrien2-Shotgun-6.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A henchman with shotgun watches the road.]] | [[File:China OBrien2-Shotgun-6.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A henchman with shotgun watches the road.]] | ||
== Ithaca 37 == | == Ithaca 37 == | ||
What appears to be an [[Ithaca 37]] with extended magazine tube is also seen in the opening scene. | What appears to be an [[Ithaca 37]] with extended magazine tube is also seen in the opening scene. An Ithaca 37 is also seen in Baskin's hideout. | ||
[[Image:IthacaExtMagTub straight.jpg|thumb|none|400px|Ithaca 37 with extended magazine tube - 12 gauge]] | [[Image:IthacaExtMagTub straight.jpg|thumb|none|400px|Ithaca 37 with extended magazine tube - 12 gauge]] | ||
[[File:China OBrien2-Shotgun-2.jpg|thumb|none|600px|The lack of the ejection port on the right side allows to identify this shotgun as Ithaca 37.]] | [[File:China OBrien2-Shotgun-2.jpg|thumb|none|600px|The lack of the ejection port on the right side allows to identify this shotgun as Ithaca 37.]] | ||
[[File:China OBrien2-Shotgun-5.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A shotgun in the hideout of Baskin's henchmen.]] | |||
= Rifles and Assault Rifles = | = Rifles and Assault Rifles = | ||
== M16/SP1 == | == M16/SP1 == | ||
[[M16/SP1]] assault rifles are widely used by Baskin's henchmen | [[M16/SP1]] assault rifles are widely used by Baskin's henchmen. | ||
[[Image:M16-SP1-30Mag.jpg|thumb|none|400px|M16 aka SP1 (flat "slab side receiver") with an A1 "birdcage" flash hider, used to resemble the M16A1 during the 1970s and 1980s. This version has a 30 round magazine - 5.56x45mm]] | [[Image:M16-SP1-30Mag.jpg|thumb|none|400px|M16 aka SP1 (flat "slab side receiver") with an A1 "birdcage" flash hider, used to resemble the M16A1 during the 1970s and 1980s. This version has a 30 round magazine - 5.56x45mm]] | ||
[[File:China OBrien2-M16-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A hitman uses an M16 with sniper scope.]] | [[File:China OBrien2-M16-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A hitman uses an M16 with sniper scope.]] | ||
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[[File:China OBrien2-M16-12.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Matt Conroy ([[Richard Norton]]) takes the gun from incapcicated gangster.]] | [[File:China OBrien2-M16-12.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Matt Conroy ([[Richard Norton]]) takes the gun from incapcicated gangster.]] | ||
[[File:China OBrien2-M16-19.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Jungle-taped 30-round magazines are seen.]] | [[File:China OBrien2-M16-19.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Jungle-taped 30-round magazines are seen.]] | ||
== Colt AR-15A2 Sporter II == | == Colt AR-15A2 Sporter II == | ||
[[Colt AR-15A2 Sporter II]] rifles, identified by combination of A1 upper receiver and slabside lower receiver, are also seen in hands of Baskin's henchmen. In the final scene Frank Atkins ([[Frank Magner]]) takes such rifle from a dead gangster. | [[Colt AR-15A2 Sporter II]] rifles, identified by combination of A1 upper receiver and slabside lower receiver, and heavier barrels, are also seen in hands of Baskin's henchmen. In the final scene Frank Atkins ([[Frank Magner]]) takes such rifle from a dead gangster. | ||
[[File:1001147qb7.jpg|thumb|none|400px|Colt AR-15A2 Sporter II, early model with A1 upper receiver and magazine removed - 5.56x45mm]] | [[File:1001147qb7.jpg|thumb|none|400px|Colt AR-15A2 Sporter II, early model with A1 upper receiver and magazine removed - 5.56x45mm]] | ||
[[File:China OBrien2-M16-2.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Deputy Russell ([[Michael Anthony]]) in ambush with his rifle.]] | |||
[[File:China OBrien2-M16-5.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A closeup of the barrel of Russell's Colt Sporter II.]] | |||
[[File:China OBrien2-M16-8.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Jake ([[Jaren Harbrecht]]) (at the left) and another henchman hold M16s with A2 handguards.]] | |||
[[File:China OBrien2-M16-14.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A henchman fires a Colt Sporter II.]] | |||
[[File:China OBrien2-M16-15.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A henchman fires his rifle.]] | [[File:China OBrien2-M16-15.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A henchman fires his rifle.]] | ||
[[File:China OBrien2-M16-16.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A gangster fires his carbine from a car.]] | |||
[[File:China OBrien2-M16-20.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A henchman aims at Frank Atkins.]] | [[File:China OBrien2-M16-20.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A henchman aims at Frank Atkins.]] | ||
[[File:China OBrien2-M16-21.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A good view of the M16 over the body of its unlucky owner.]] | [[File:China OBrien2-M16-21.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A good view of the M16 over the body of its unlucky owner.]] | ||
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[[File:China OBrien2-M16-7.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Omar holds his carbine at the left.]] | [[File:China OBrien2-M16-7.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Omar holds his carbine at the left.]] | ||
[[File:China OBrien2-M16-30.jpg|thumb|none|600px|The carbine is carried by Dakota.]] | [[File:China OBrien2-M16-30.jpg|thumb|none|600px|The carbine is carried by Dakota.]] | ||
== M1 Carbine == | == M1 Carbine == | ||
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== M8 Flare Pistol == | == M8 Flare Pistol == | ||
During the climactic battle Baskin's henchman Omar ([[Donré Sampson]]) uses an [[M8 flare pistol]] to fire an irritant gas grenade into the sheriff's office. | During the climactic battle Baskin's henchman Omar ([[Donré Sampson]]) uses an [[M8 flare pistol]] to fire an irritant gas grenade into the sheriff's office. | ||
[[Image:M8FlarePistol.jpg|thumb|none|300px|M8 Flare Pistol - | [[Image:M8FlarePistol.jpg|thumb|none|300px|M8 Flare Pistol - 37mm]] | ||
[[File:China OBrien2-Flare-2.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Omar readies to fire.]] | [[File:China OBrien2-Flare-2.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Omar readies to fire.]] | ||
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China O'Brien II is a 1990 direct to video action film that is a sequel to 1988's China O'Brien. The film was also directed by Robert Clouse and the same main trio returns two years after the events of the first film. The sequel follows China O'Brien, now the sheriff of Beaver Creek finds that recently escaped drug kingpin Charlie Baskin has arrived in the town in search of his ex-associate Frank Atkins who testified against Baskin and now is under witness protection.
The following weapons were used in the film China O'Brien II:
Revolvers
Ruger Security Six
What appears to be a Ruger Security Six is used by Charlie Baskin (Harlow Marks) during his prison break in the opening scene.
Smith & Wesson Model 67
Charlie Baskin (Harlow Marks) and several of his men carry Smith & Wesson Model 67 (or possibly a nickel plated Smith & Wesson Model 15) revolvers.
Smith & Wesson Model 66
Smith & Wesson Model 66 revolvers are used by several of Baskin's henchmen.
Smith & Wesson Model 19
During China's confrontation with Frank Atkins, his Charter Arms Bulldog (see below) switches to a Smith & Wesson Model 19 due to a continuity error. S&W Model 19 revolvers are also seen in hands of gangsters.
Smith & Wesson Model 36
In the final scene Frank Atkins (Frank Magner) uses a Smith & Wesson Model 36.
Charter Arms Bulldog
A Charter Arms Bulldog is Frank Atkins' (Frank Magner) personal handgun.
Charter Arms Off Duty
A stainless Charter Arms Off Duty (or possibly Charter Arms Undercover) is seen in hands of a stage magician (Joyce Schuyler) during the performance. Later the same movie prop is reused in the scene when a female killer (Melanie Good), posing as a stripper, assassinates private investigator Issacs. What appears to be the same revolver is carries by Baskin's henchman during the ambush in Atkins' house.
Various revolvers
Some nondescript revolvers are seen in holsters of gangsters and other characters.
Pistols
Walther P38
A gangster uses a Walther P38 to assassinate a judge who passed sentence to Baskin.
M1911A1
In the night scene Baskin's henchman Kurt (Douglas Caputo) carries a pistol that appears to be an M1911A1.
Walther PP
During the final shootout Kurt (Douglas Caputo) carries an unidentified pistol. It bears some resemblance with Walther PP.
Shotguns
Mossberg 500
In the opening scene several law enforcement officers, pursuing Baskin, wield Mossberg 500 shotguns. Later Mossbergs are used by gangsters.
Ithaca 37
What appears to be an Ithaca 37 with extended magazine tube is also seen in the opening scene. An Ithaca 37 is also seen in Baskin's hideout.
Rifles and Assault Rifles
M16/SP1
M16/SP1 assault rifles are widely used by Baskin's henchmen.
Colt AR-15A2 Sporter II
Colt AR-15A2 Sporter II rifles, identified by combination of A1 upper receiver and slabside lower receiver, and heavier barrels, are also seen in hands of Baskin's henchmen. In the final scene Frank Atkins (Frank Magner) takes such rifle from a dead gangster.
Colt Carbine
Baskin's henchman Omar (Donré Sampson) is armed with a Colt Carbine. Later his gun is briefly carried by Dakota (Keith Cooke) though he doesn't use it in action. The rifle isn't seen close enough for identification of the exact model but Colt Model 653 is a reasonable guess.
M1 Carbine
One of Baskin's henchmen carries an M1 Carbine.
Other Weapons
M72 LAW
During the releasing of Frank Atkins' family a pair of Baskin's henchmen use M72 LAW rocket launchers. The movie props appear to be spent LAW with a thick tube inside that contains a pyrotechnic charge.
M8 Flare Pistol
During the climactic battle Baskin's henchman Omar (Donré Sampson) uses an M8 flare pistol to fire an irritant gas grenade into the sheriff's office.
Trivia
During the climactic battle China O'Brien, faithful to her oath never again take up a gun, uses a compound bow. This weapon was seen on China photo in the first film.