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[[Image: | {{Infobox Movie|{{PAGENAME}} | ||
|name = Romancing the Stone | |||
|picture = RomancingthestoneDVD.jpg | |||
|caption = ''DVD Cover'' | |||
|country = [[Image:USA.jpg|25px]] United States | |||
|director = [[Robert Zemeckis]] | |||
|date= 1984 | |||
|language = English<br>Spanish | |||
|studio= Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation | |||
|distributor= Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation | |||
|character1= Jack Colton | |||
|actor1=[[Michael Douglas]] | |||
|character2= Joan Wilder | |||
|actor2=[[Kathleen Turner]] | |||
|character3=Ralph | |||
|actor3=[[Danny DeVito]] | |||
|character4= Ira | |||
|actor4=[[Zack Norman]] | |||
|character5= Juan | |||
|actor5=[[Alfonso Arau]] | |||
|character6= Colonel Zolo | |||
|actor6=[[Manuel Ojeda]] | |||
}} | |||
'''''Romancing the Stone''''' is a 1984 adventure film starring [[Kathleen Turner]] as Joan, a romance novelist who gets caught up in a real life South American adventure when she is forced to find a mysterious treasure in order to rescue her sister. During her quest, she is assisted by Jack Colton ([[Michael Douglas]]), a bird smuggler. The film was directed by [[Robert Zemeckis]] (''[[Back to the Future]]'') and the cast included [[Danny DeVito]] and [[Zack Norman]]. Douglas, Turner and DeVito would later reunite for the 1985 sequel ''[[The Jewel of the Nile]]''. | '''''Romancing the Stone''''' is a 1984 adventure film starring [[Kathleen Turner]] as Joan, a romance novelist who gets caught up in a real life South American adventure when she is forced to find a mysterious treasure in order to rescue her sister. During her quest, she is assisted by Jack Colton ([[Michael Douglas]]), a bird smuggler. The film was directed by [[Robert Zemeckis]] (''[[Back to the Future]]'') and the cast included [[Danny DeVito]] and [[Zack Norman]]. Douglas, Turner and DeVito would later reunite for the 1985 sequel ''[[The Jewel of the Nile]]''. | ||
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==Remington 870 Wingmaster (Left Handed)== | ==Remington 870 Wingmaster (Left Handed)== | ||
Jack Colton ([[Michael Douglas]]) carries a left-handed [[Remington 870 Field Gun|Remington 870 Wingmaster]] shotgun with shortened barrel as his main firearm in the film. (Michael Douglas himself is not left-handed.) In the first scene featuring the shotgun he fires it nine times without reloading, even though the gun does not hold that many rounds. | Jack Colton ([[Michael Douglas]]) carries a left-handed [[Remington 870 Field Gun|Remington 870 Wingmaster]] shotgun with shortened barrel as his main firearm in the film. (Michael Douglas himself is not left-handed.) In the first scene featuring the shotgun he fires it nine times without reloading, even though the gun does not hold that many rounds. | ||
[[Image:Remington-870-lefthand.jpg|thumb|none| | [[Image:Remington-870-lefthand.jpg|thumb|none|450px|Remington Model 870 Express Left-Hand, 28" vent-rib barrel - 12 Gauge]] | ||
[[File:RomancingStoneWingmaster1.jpg |thumb|none|601px|Jack Colton ([[Michael Douglas]]) firing his Wingmaster at his target who just escaped via the front of the bus.]] | [[File:RomancingStoneWingmaster1.jpg |thumb|none|601px|Jack Colton ([[Michael Douglas]]) firing his Wingmaster at his target who just escaped via the front of the bus.]] | ||
[[Image:RTS 008.jpg|thumb|none|601px|Colton reloads his Remington 870.]] | [[Image:RTS 008.jpg|thumb|none|601px|Colton reloads his Remington 870.]] | ||
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=Handguns= | =Handguns= | ||
==Smith & Wesson | ==Japanese Contract Smith & Wesson New Model No.3== | ||
A | A nickel-plated [[Smith & Wesson New Model No.3]] is used by Juan ([[Alfonso Arau]]) when Jack and Joan Wilder ([[Kathleen Turner]]) go to his villa. It appears to be a Japanese contract version: [http://www.american-firearms.com/american-firearms/z-pic/pics-S/Smith%20&%20Wesson/S&W-44-tb-model3-russian-2nd-issue-japan-navy-right.jpg]. | ||
[[File:OtherNickelNewModel.jpg|thumb|none|350px|Smith & Wesson New Model No. 3 with nickel finish and target sights]] | |||
[[Image:RTS 019.jpg|thumb|none| | [[Image:RTS 019.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Juan pulls the S&W on Jack and Joan Wilder ([[Kathleen Turner]]). Note Juans middle finger resting on the trademark notch just below the trigger guard.]] | ||
[[File:RomancingStoneSchofield9.jpg|thumb|none| | [[File:RomancingStoneSchofield9.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Closeup of Juans S&W revolver.]] | ||
==Smith & Wesson 19== | ==Smith & Wesson Model 19== | ||
Zolo holds a [[Smith & Wesson Model 19]] when first confronting Joan after the bus crash. | Colonel Zolo ([[Manuel Ojeda]]) holds a [[Smith & Wesson Model 19]] when first confronting Joan after the bus crash. | ||
[[Image:Smith&Wesson-Model-19.jpg|thumb|none| | [[Image:Smith&Wesson-Model-19.jpg|thumb|none|300px|Smith & Wesson Model 19 Combat Magnum - .357 magnum]] | ||
[[File:Vlcsnap-2015-03-09-23h37m01s33.jpg|thumb|none|601px|Zolo holds a [[Smith & Wesson Model 19]].]] | [[File:Vlcsnap-2015-03-09-23h37m01s33.jpg|thumb|none|601px|Zolo holds a [[Smith & Wesson Model 19]].]] | ||
[[Image:romancing1.jpg|thumb|none| | [[Image:romancing1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Zolo turns it at Jack.]] | ||
[[Image:romancing2.jpg|thumb|none| | [[Image:romancing2.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Zolo fires the [[Smith & Wesson Model 19]] at Jack.]] | ||
==M1911A1== | ==M1911A1== | ||
Later in the film, Zolo ([[Manuel Ojeda]]) uses a nickel-plated [[M1911A1]]. | Later in the film, Zolo ([[Manuel Ojeda]]) uses a nickel-plated [[M1911A1]]. | ||
[[Image:NickelM1911.jpg|thumb| | [[Image:NickelM1911.jpg|thumb|300px|none|Rock Island Armory M1911A1 Pistol that was '''bright nickel''' plated by the owner (with Pearl grips) - .45 ACP.]] | ||
[[Image:romancing3.jpg|thumb|none| | [[Image:romancing3.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Zolo fires over the windshield.]] | ||
[[Image:romancing12.jpg|thumb|none| | [[Image:romancing12.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Zolo holds Ralph at gunpoint.]] | ||
[[File:RomancingStone1911One.jpg|thumb|none|601px|Other side of Zolo's 1911.]] | |||
==M1911A1== | |||
Santos ([[José Chávez]]), one of Zolo's men, uses what appears to be a standard [[M1911A1]] as his sidearm during the bridge scene. | |||
[[Image:M1911Colt.jpg|thumb|none|300px|M1911A1 - .45 ACP]] | |||
[[Image:RTS_012.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Santos (second from left) with his M1911A1.]] | |||
==Smith & Wesson 65== | ==Smith & Wesson Model 65== | ||
Ralph ([[Danny DeVito]]) is seen pulling a [[Smith & Wesson Model 65]]. | Ralph ([[Danny DeVito]]) is seen pulling a [[Smith & Wesson Model 65]]. | ||
[[Image: | [[Image:SmithWesson65.jpg|thumb|none|300px|Smith and Wesson Model 65 - .357 Magnum]] | ||
[[Image:romancing5.jpg|thumb|none| | [[Image:romancing5.jpg|thumb|none|601px|Ralph ([[Danny DeVito]]) is seen pulling a [[Smith & Wesson Model 65]].]] | ||
[[Image:romancing6.jpg|thumb|none| | [[Image:romancing6.jpg|thumb|none|601px|Ralph with the revolver.]] | ||
[[Image:romancing7.jpg|thumb|none| | [[File:RomancingStoneSW65A.jpg|thumb|none|601px|Sideview of the revolver.]] | ||
[[Image:romancing7.jpg|thumb|none|601px|Ralph brandishes the revolver.]] | |||
=Submachine Guns= | =Submachine Guns= | ||
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==M1921 Thompson== | ==M1921 Thompson== | ||
An [[M1921 Thompson|M1921 Thompson Submachine Gun]] is seen used by one of Ira's men. | An [[M1921 Thompson|M1921 Thompson Submachine Gun]] is seen used by one of Ira's men. | ||
[[Image:Colt_1921A_Thompson.jpg|thumb| | [[Image:Colt_1921A_Thompson.jpg|thumb|425px|none|Colt 1921A Thompson with 20-round magazine - .45 ACP]] | ||
[[Image:RTS 035.jpg|thumb|none|600px|The man on the left wields a Thompson.]] | [[Image:RTS 035.jpg|thumb|none|600px|The man on the left wields a Thompson. Note the simple front sight and muzzle, as compared with the later Thompson SMG that had an elaborate compensator.]] | ||
=Rifles= | =Rifles= | ||
==FN FAL== | ==FN FAL== | ||
Colonel Zolo recruit some members of the local Police Force and at least one use the [[FN FAL]] rifle. | |||
[[Image:FN FAL 50 00.jpg|thumb|none| | [[Image:FN FAL 50 00.jpg|thumb|none|450px|FN FAL 50.00 - 7.62x51mm NATO]] | ||
[[Image:RTS 012.jpg|thumb|none| | [[Image:RTS 012.jpg|thumb|none|600px|One of Zolo's troops opens fire with the [[FN FAL]]. In this scene the gun jams and the shooter has to clear the chamber.]] | ||
==Ruger Mini-14 GB== | ==Ruger Mini-14 GB== | ||
Several [[Ruger Mini-14]]s are used by Zolo's personnel and Ira's men. One of them is seen used by Jack Colton ([[Michael Douglas]]). These Mini-14s are 'GB' or 'Government Barrel' variants, featuring the distinctive barrel with flash-hider and bayonet lug also used on the selective-fire [[Ruger AC556]]. | Several [[Ruger Mini-14]]s are used by Zolo's personnel and Ira's men. One of them is seen used by Jack Colton ([[Michael Douglas]]). These Mini-14s are 'GB' or 'Government Barrel' variants, featuring the distinctive barrel with flash-hider and bayonet lug also used on the selective-fire [[Ruger AC556]]. | ||
[[Image:Mini14gb-f.jpg|thumb| | [[Image:Mini14gb-f.jpg|thumb|450px|none|Stainless Steel Ruger Mini-14 GB-F ("Government Barrel, Folding Stock") - 5.56x45mm]] | ||
[[Image:romancing9.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Held by the soldier on the right.]] | [[Image:romancing9.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Held by the soldier on the right.]] | ||
[[Image:romancing14.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Colton holding the [[Ruger Mini-14]] while ducking around a corner.]] | [[Image:romancing14.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Colton holding the [[Ruger Mini-14]] while ducking around a corner.]] | ||
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==Winchester Model 1894 (probable)== | ==Winchester Model 1894 (probable)== | ||
Though very difficult to spot due to lack of screentime, one of Juans henchmen seem to carry the Winchester 1894. | Though very difficult to spot due to lack of screentime, one of Juans henchmen seem to carry the [[Winchester 1894]]. | ||
[[Image:Win94saddlering.jpg|thumb|none|450px|Winchester 1894 Saddle Ring Carbine - .30-30]] | [[Image:Win94saddlering.jpg|thumb|none|450px|Winchester 1894 Saddle Ring Carbine - .30-30]] | ||
[[File:Vlcsnap-2016-06-07-19h38m19s767.jpg|thumb|none|600px|The man on the far left shows his Winchester.]] | [[File:Vlcsnap-2016-06-07-19h38m19s767.jpg|thumb|none|600px|The man on the far left shows his Winchester.]] | ||
==Unknown Bolt-action rifle== | |||
One of Juan's henchmen carry an unknown bolt-action rifle with a bent bolt-handle. It might be a Mauser derivative. | |||
[[File:RomancingStoneBoltAction (2).jpg|thumb|none|600px|The henchman showing his rifle. Note the bent bolt-handle.]] | |||
[[File:RomancingStoneBoltAction (1).jpg|thumb|none|600px|Same henchman and rifle, second from the right. The rifle looks like it has been shortened.]] | |||
=Machine Guns= | =Machine Guns= | ||
==FN MAG 58== | ==FN MAG 58== | ||
As Jack and Joan escape, Zolo's troops open fire with the [[FN MAG 58]]. | As Jack and Joan escape, Zolo's troops open fire with the [[FN MAG 58]]. | ||
[[Image:FNMAG.jpg|thumb| | [[Image:FNMAG.jpg|thumb|450px|none|FN MAG 58 - 7.62x51mm NATO]] | ||
[[Image:RTS 021.jpg|thumb|none|600px|As Jack and Joan escape, Zolo's troops open fire with the [[FN MAG 58]].]] | [[Image:RTS 021.jpg|thumb|none|600px|As Jack and Joan escape, Zolo's troops open fire with the [[FN MAG 58]].]] | ||
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Romancing the Stone is a 1984 adventure film starring Kathleen Turner as Joan, a romance novelist who gets caught up in a real life South American adventure when she is forced to find a mysterious treasure in order to rescue her sister. During her quest, she is assisted by Jack Colton (Michael Douglas), a bird smuggler. The film was directed by Robert Zemeckis (Back to the Future) and the cast included Danny DeVito and Zack Norman. Douglas, Turner and DeVito would later reunite for the 1985 sequel The Jewel of the Nile.
The following weapons were used in the film Romancing the Stone:
Shotguns
Remington 870 Wingmaster (Left Handed)
Jack Colton (Michael Douglas) carries a left-handed Remington 870 Wingmaster shotgun with shortened barrel as his main firearm in the film. (Michael Douglas himself is not left-handed.) In the first scene featuring the shotgun he fires it nine times without reloading, even though the gun does not hold that many rounds.
Handguns
Japanese Contract Smith & Wesson New Model No.3
A nickel-plated Smith & Wesson New Model No.3 is used by Juan (Alfonso Arau) when Jack and Joan Wilder (Kathleen Turner) go to his villa. It appears to be a Japanese contract version: [1].
![[1]](http://www.american-firearms.com/american-firearms/z-pic/pics-S/Smith%20&%20Wesson/S&W-44-tb-model3-russian-2nd-issue-japan-navy-right.jpg){kind=link}
Smith & Wesson Model 19
Colonel Zolo (Manuel Ojeda) holds a Smith & Wesson Model 19 when first confronting Joan after the bus crash.
M1911A1
Later in the film, Zolo (Manuel Ojeda) uses a nickel-plated M1911A1.
M1911A1
Santos (José Chávez), one of Zolo's men, uses what appears to be a standard M1911A1 as his sidearm during the bridge scene.
Smith & Wesson Model 65
Ralph (Danny DeVito) is seen pulling a Smith & Wesson Model 65.
Submachine Guns
IMI Uzi
One of Zolo's troops carries an IMI Uzi.
M1921 Thompson
An M1921 Thompson Submachine Gun is seen used by one of Ira's men.
Rifles
FN FAL
Colonel Zolo recruit some members of the local Police Force and at least one use the FN FAL rifle.
Ruger Mini-14 GB
Several Ruger Mini-14s are used by Zolo's personnel and Ira's men. One of them is seen used by Jack Colton (Michael Douglas). These Mini-14s are 'GB' or 'Government Barrel' variants, featuring the distinctive barrel with flash-hider and bayonet lug also used on the selective-fire Ruger AC556.
Valmet M71S
The Valmet M71S rifle (standing in for a Kalashnikov Variant) is seen used by Zolo's Men & Ira's Men.
Winchester Model 1894 (probable)
Though very difficult to spot due to lack of screentime, one of Juans henchmen seem to carry the Winchester 1894.
Unknown Bolt-action rifle
One of Juan's henchmen carry an unknown bolt-action rifle with a bent bolt-handle. It might be a Mauser derivative.
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Machine Guns
FN MAG 58
As Jack and Joan escape, Zolo's troops open fire with the FN MAG 58.
