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The first generation [[M16]] is used by L.A.P.D. S.W.A.T. during the first season. Note the pronged flash suppressor and no forward bolt assist. | The first generation [[M16]] is used by L.A.P.D. S.W.A.T. during the first season. Note the pronged flash suppressor and no forward bolt assist. | ||
[[Image:M16-SP1.jpg|thumb|none|500px|The original M16, the first version, firing in a 20-round magazine, adopted in large numbers by the U.S. Air Force in Vietnam. This has the original '''3-prong flash hider'''. It would later be replaced by the upgraded M16A1 - 5.56x45mm]] | [[Image:M16-SP1.jpg|thumb|none|500px|The original M16, the first version, firing in a 20-round magazine, adopted in large numbers by the U.S. Air Force in Vietnam. This has the original '''3-prong flash hider'''. It would later be replaced by the upgraded M16A1 - 5.56x45mm]] | ||
[[File:PoSo7.jpg|thumb|none|500px|[[ Jan Michael Vincent]] as L.A.P.D. Officer Dave Hauser with an [[M16]].]] | [[File:PoSo7.jpg|thumb|none|500px|[[ Jan-Michael Vincent]] as L.A.P.D. Officer Dave Hauser with an [[M16]].]] | ||
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The Following firearms can be seen in Police Story (1973-1977):
Background
Police Story was an anthology series that ran on NBC network from 1973-1977. It was created by Joseph Wambaugh ,the successful novelist and longtime L.A.P.D. police officer (1960-1974), and is notable for being the first series to depict police officers as humans instead of machines - warts and all. It is considered to be the archetype for later dramatic police series such as Hill Street Blues, NYPD Blue, and Homicide: Life On The street.
Handguns
Smith & Wesson Model 10
The Smith & Wesson Model 10 is one of the most common revolvers seen throughout the series run.
Colt Detective Special
The Colt Detective Special is seen being used by detectives and occasionally criminals.
Smith & Wesson Model 10 Snubnose
In addition to the Colt Detective Special some of the L.A.P.D. detectives are seen using the S&W Model 10 Snubnose.
Beretta M1951
The Beretta M1951 is one of the most frequently used pistols used by criminals in the various episodes.
Shotguns
Ithaca Model 37
The Ithaca 37 is frequently used by the L.A.P.D throughout the run of the show.
Double Barreled shotgun
Rifles
M16
The first generation M16 is used by L.A.P.D. S.W.A.T. during the first season. Note the pronged flash suppressor and no forward bolt assist.
