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In the scene of the shootout on the railway station Gianni Rossetti ([[Orso Maria Guerrini]]) is armed with a pump action shotgun. In the final scene he gives it to Nico Palmieri ([[Fabio Testi]]). This shotgun appears to be a French [[Manufrance Rapid]] with extended magazine tube. | In the scene of the shootout on the railway station Gianni Rossetti ([[Orso Maria Guerrini]]) is armed with a pump action shotgun. In the final scene he gives it to Nico Palmieri ([[Fabio Testi]]). This shotgun appears to be a French [[Manufrance Rapid]] with extended magazine tube. | ||
[[File:Manufrance Rapid Extended Magazine Tube.jpg|thumb|401px|none|Manufacture Française d'Armes et Cycles de Saint-Etienne (Manufrance) Rapid shotgun with extended magazine tube - 12 Gauge]] | [[File:Manufrance Rapid Extended Magazine Tube Short Barrel.jpg|thumb|401px|none|Manufacture Française d'Armes et Cycles de Saint-Etienne (Manufrance) Rapid shotgun with extended magazine tube - 12 Gauge]] | ||
[[Image:Big Racket-Shotgun-01.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Rossetti aims his shotgun.]] | [[Image:Big Racket-Shotgun-01.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Rossetti aims his shotgun.]] | ||
[[Image:Big Racket-Shotgun-02.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Rossetti fires...]] | [[Image:Big Racket-Shotgun-02.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Rossetti fires...]] | ||
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The Big Racket (original title Il grande racket) is a 1976 Italian crime movie directed by Enzo G. Castellari. A district in the city of Rome is terrorised by a ruthless gang of racketeers. By beating, rape and arson they force the owners of shops and restaurants to pay them money for "protection". Police Inspector Nico Palmieri (Fabio Testi) is waging his own war against these criminals but he is not supported by his superiors. After Palmieri is fired from police he gathers a vigilante force.
The following weapons are seen in the movie The Big Racket:
Handguns
Beretta M1951
A Beretta M1951 is a personal weapon of Inspector Nico Palmieri (Fabio Testi) in the first half of the movie.
Colt Commander
In the final scene Nico Palmieri (Fabio Testi) uses a stainless steel Colt Commander or Colt Combat Commander.
Beretta Model 70
Several of Rudy's henchmen are seen with Beretta Model 70 pistols.
Walther P38
A Walther P38 is a personal weapon of Sgt. Salvatore Velasci (Salvatore Borghese). In one scene Luigi Giulti (Renzo Palmer) fires a P38. P38s are also seen in hands of several of Rudy's henchmen.
Smith & Wesson Model 36
Smith & Wesson Model 36 revolvers are seen in hands of criminals in several scenes.
Smith & Wesson Model 10
Smith & Wesson Model 10 revolvers are seen in hands of criminals in several scenes. These revolvers can be original Smith & Wessons or Italian copies (like Bernardelli Nuovo Modello in .32).
Various revolvers
In several scenes various characters carry revolvers that are not seen clear enough to be identified.
Submachine Guns
Beretta Model 38/49
Policemen carry Beretta Model 38/49 submachine guns during the shootout on the railway station and in several other scenes. Salvatore Velasci (Salvatore Borghese) is also seen with a Beretta Model 38/49.
Beretta Model 38/42
Beretta Model 38/42 SMGs are also used by police.
Beretta M12
Beretta M12 are used by several of Rudy's henchmen. In the final scene Piero Mazzarelli (Glauco Onorato) is armed with Beretta M12.
M1A1 Thompson
Several of Rudy's henchmen carry M1A1 Thompson submachine guns. Piccio (Ruggero Diella) carries a Thompson in one scene. In the final scene Doringo (Romano Puppo) is armed with a Thompson.
Sten Mk II
Several of Rudy's henchmen carry Sten Mk II submachine guns of standard and Canadian versions.
MP40
Several of Rudy's henchmen carry MP40s. In the final scene Luigi Giulti (Renzo Palmer) is armed with an MP40. Most MP40s are fitted with brown Bakelite furniture that is typical for post-1943 manufactured MP40s.
Shotguns
Manufrance Rapid
In the scene of the shootout on the railway station Gianni Rossetti (Orso Maria Guerrini) is armed with a pump action shotgun. In the final scene he gives it to Nico Palmieri (Fabio Testi). This shotgun appears to be a French Manufrance Rapid with extended magazine tube.
Over and Under Shotgun
In the scene on the shooting range Gianni Rossetti (Orso Maria Guerrini) and Nico Palmieri (Fabio Testi) are seen with Over and Under shotguns.
Rifles
Anschütz Model Match 54 sniper rifle
In the final scene Gianni Rossetti (Orso Maria Guerrini) is armed with a bolt action sniper rifle. Due to its general outlook it can be identified as Anschütz Model Match 54.
Other Weapons
Mk 2 hand grenade
A bag of Mk 2 hand grenades are seen when Palmieri and his men prepare to attack but they are never used in action.
