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[[Image:TheSniper.jpg|thumb|right|300px|''The Sniper'' (2009)]] | [[Image:TheSniper.jpg|thumb|right|300px|''The Sniper'' (2009)]] | ||
=Hand Guns= | ==Hand Guns== | ||
==Smith & Wesson Model 10== | ===Smith & Wesson Model 10=== | ||
Chen Xinwei ([[Edison Chen]]) and his inexperienced rookie partner both use [[Smith & Wesson Model 10]] revolvers in the introduction. Fang Keming ([[Richie Ren]]) and officers of the Police Tactical Unit (PTU) also use Model 10s during a scene where triad members attack a prisoner convoy. | Chen Xinwei ([[Edison Chen]]) and his inexperienced rookie partner both use [[Smith & Wesson Model 10]] revolvers in the introduction. Fang Keming ([[Richie Ren]]) and officers of the Police Tactical Unit (PTU) also use Model 10s during a scene where triad members attack a prisoner convoy. | ||
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[[Image:The sniper m104.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A closeup of the Model 10.]] | [[Image:The sniper m104.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A closeup of the Model 10.]] | ||
==SIG-Sauer P228== | ===SIG-Sauer P228=== | ||
A [[SIG-Sauer P228]] is seen in the hands of Fang ([[Richie Ren]]) during the opening stakeout scene. He uses it to save OJ when OJ had trouble trying to deal with several machete wielding triads. | A [[SIG-Sauer P228]] is seen in the hands of Fang ([[Richie Ren]]) during the opening stakeout scene. He uses it to save OJ when OJ had trouble trying to deal with several machete wielding triads. | ||
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[[Image:The sniper m10p2281.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Fang supporting Chen with his P228.]] | [[Image:The sniper m10p2281.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Fang supporting Chen with his P228.]] | ||
==Beretta 92FS== | ===Beretta 92FS=== | ||
Triad leader Tao [[(Jack Kao]]) is armed with a [[Beretta 92FS]] during a flashback sequence and later during the shootout in the elevator. | Triad leader Tao [[(Jack Kao]]) is armed with a [[Beretta 92FS]] during a flashback sequence and later during the shootout in the elevator. | ||
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[[Image:The sniper p99 92fs.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A Triad gangster with the 92FS.]] | [[Image:The sniper p99 92fs.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A Triad gangster with the 92FS.]] | ||
==Walther P99== | ===Walther P99=== | ||
A [[Walther P99]] is carried by Er Ge (Big Head)([[Kai Chi Liu]]) during the elevator scene, later drops it when shot in the arm by OJ. Hartman also manages to obtain one during the elevator scene. | A [[Walther P99]] is carried by Er Ge (Big Head)([[Kai Chi Liu]]) during the elevator scene, later drops it when shot in the arm by OJ. Hartman also manages to obtain one during the elevator scene. | ||
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[[Image:The sniper p997.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Er Ge checking the room with his P99.]] | [[Image:The sniper p997.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Er Ge checking the room with his P99.]] | ||
==Glock 17== | ===Glock 17=== | ||
A [[Glock 17]] is briefly seen in the hands of Ching ([[Huang Xiaoming]]) during the elevator scene. | A [[Glock 17]] is briefly seen in the hands of Ching ([[Huang Xiaoming]]) during the elevator scene. | ||
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[[Image:The sniper g172.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Ching strafing with his Glock 17.]] | [[Image:The sniper g172.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Ching strafing with his Glock 17.]] | ||
==Steyr GB== | ===Steyr GB=== | ||
The [[Steyr GB]] is carried by several triads. | The [[Steyr GB]] is carried by several triads. | ||
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[[Image:The sniper sgb2.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A gunman with the GB.]] | [[Image:The sniper sgb2.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A gunman with the GB.]] | ||
==M1911== | ===M1911=== | ||
A [[M1911]]-style pistol is carried by several triads. | A [[M1911]]-style pistol is carried by several triads. | ||
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[[Image:The sniper 19112.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A Triad gunman holding the M1911 (Foreground).]] | [[Image:The sniper 19112.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A Triad gunman holding the M1911 (Foreground).]] | ||
=Submachine Guns= | ==Submachine Guns== | ||
==Heckler & Koch MP5== | ===Heckler & Koch MP5=== | ||
[[Heckler & Koch MP5]] submachine guns are used by the HKPD Special Duties Unit (SDU) throughout the movie. It is also used by one of the PTU officers guarding a prison convoy and by another officer during a shootout at Ching's apartment. | [[Heckler & Koch MP5]] submachine guns are used by the HKPD Special Duties Unit (SDU) throughout the movie. It is also used by one of the PTU officers guarding a prison convoy and by another officer during a shootout at Ching's apartment. | ||
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[[Image:The sniper mp55.jpg|thumb|600px|none|Plainclothed SDU operators armed with MP5A3s.]] | [[Image:The sniper mp55.jpg|thumb|600px|none|Plainclothed SDU operators armed with MP5A3s.]] | ||
== Steyr TMP == | === Steyr TMP === | ||
A [[Steyr TMP]], distinguished by its folding stock, is used by one of the triads who ambushes the prisoner convoy. | A [[Steyr TMP]], distinguished by its folding stock, is used by one of the triads who ambushes the prisoner convoy. | ||
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[[Image:The sniper tmp3.jpg|thumb|600px|none|Triad gunman pulling chain from the bus.]] | [[Image:The sniper tmp3.jpg|thumb|600px|none|Triad gunman pulling chain from the bus.]] | ||
=Assault Rifles= | ==Assault Rifles== | ||
==Micro Galil== | |||
===M16 rifle series=== | |||
====M16A1==== | |||
Several M16A1 rifles (with A2 handguards) are used by SDU sniper during training sessions. | |||
[[Image:M16A1wA2Handguards.jpg|thumb|none|500px|M16A1 with A2 style handguards - 5.56x45mm.]] | |||
[[Image:The sniper m16a11.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A SDU sniper aims the M16A1 with a ACOG scope.]] | |||
====M16A2==== | |||
[[M16A2]] rifles are seen during the sniper training sequences. | |||
[[Image:M16A2.jpg|thumb|500px|none|M16A2 Rifle - 5.56x45mm.]] | |||
[[Image:The sniper ar15.jpg|thumb|none|600px|SDU snipers fire their M16A2s in training session.]] | |||
===Micro Galil=== | |||
A [[Galil#Galil MAR|Micro Galil]] is used by Er Ge ([[Kai Chi Liu]]) during the rescue scene. | A [[Galil#Galil MAR|Micro Galil]] is used by Er Ge ([[Kai Chi Liu]]) during the rescue scene. | ||
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[[Image:The sniper mg4.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Notice the cross-shaped muzzle flash.]] | [[Image:The sniper mg4.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Notice the cross-shaped muzzle flash.]] | ||
=Shotguns= | ==Shotguns== | ||
==Remington 870== | |||
===Remington 870=== | |||
[[Remington 870]] shotguns are seen in the hands of PTU officers guarding the prison transport when it is ambushed by the triads. | [[Remington 870]] shotguns are seen in the hands of PTU officers guarding the prison transport when it is ambushed by the triads. | ||
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[[Image:The sniper mp5 8701.jpg|thumb|600px|none|Same PTU officer on the left uses the 870 to fight off the Triad gunmen.]] | [[Image:The sniper mp5 8701.jpg|thumb|600px|none|Same PTU officer on the left uses the 870 to fight off the Triad gunmen.]] | ||
=Sniper Rifles= | ==Sniper Rifles== | ||
==Heckler & Koch PSG1== | |||
===Heckler & Koch PSG1=== | |||
The [[Heckler & Koch PSG-1]] sniper rifle is prominently used by OJ throughout much of the film, and by Ching in flashback sequences. The rifle itself is a fake that was created by combining a long barrel with a PSG-1 forearm, buttstock and pistol grip on a HK91/G3 body, similar to the [[Heckler & Koch G3#H&K SR9 series of Sniper Rifles|H&K SR9 rifles]] seen in Hollywood productions. | The [[Heckler & Koch PSG-1]] sniper rifle is prominently used by OJ throughout much of the film, and by Ching in flashback sequences. The rifle itself is a fake that was created by combining a long barrel with a PSG-1 forearm, buttstock and pistol grip on a HK91/G3 body, similar to the [[Heckler & Koch G3#H&K SR9 series of Sniper Rifles|H&K SR9 rifles]] seen in Hollywood productions. | ||
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[[Image:The sniper psg111.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Chen firing his PSG1.]] | [[Image:The sniper psg111.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Chen firing his PSG1.]] | ||
=== Tokyo Marui PSG-1 (AEG) === | ==== Tokyo Marui PSG-1 (AEG) ==== | ||
For non-firing scenes, characters use an airsoft PSG-1, made by Tokyo Marui. | For non-firing scenes, characters use an airsoft PSG-1, made by Tokyo Marui. | ||
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[[Image:The sniper tmpsg13.jpg|thumb|none|600px|SDU sniper carrying PSG1 when shot by Ching.]] | [[Image:The sniper tmpsg13.jpg|thumb|none|600px|SDU sniper carrying PSG1 when shot by Ching.]] | ||
== Remington 700 (AICS) == | === Remington 700 (AICS) === | ||
A [[Remington 700]] rifle is used by Shane ([[Bowie Lam]]), one of Fang's fellow SDU snipers. The rifle uses an AICS stock, giving it the appearance of an Accuracy International rifle such as the AWP. | A [[Remington 700]] rifle is used by Shane ([[Bowie Lam]]), one of Fang's fellow SDU snipers. The rifle uses an AICS stock, giving it the appearance of an Accuracy International rifle such as the AWP. | ||
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[[Image:The sniper m7002.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Fang aims the AICS.]] | [[Image:The sniper m7002.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Fang aims the AICS.]] | ||
==Heckler & Koch G3SG/1== | ===Heckler & Koch G3SG/1=== | ||
Several members of the SDU sniper team are armed with [[Heckler & Koch G3#H&K G3SG/1|G3SG/1]] rifles. Note that this is just a standard H&K G3 that's made to look like a G3SG/1 rifle. Although it's fitted with an SG/1 stock, it lacks the set trigger that's characteristic of factory SG/1 rifles. | Several members of the SDU sniper team are armed with [[Heckler & Koch G3#H&K G3SG/1|G3SG/1]] rifles. Note that this is just a standard H&K G3 that's made to look like a G3SG/1 rifle. Although it's fitted with an SG/1 stock, it lacks the set trigger that's characteristic of factory SG/1 rifles. | ||
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[[Image:The sniper g3sg14.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Note the metal clamp/clip on the left side of the forearm. This is a feature that is omitted on factory SG/1 rifles. ]] | [[Image:The sniper g3sg14.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Note the metal clamp/clip on the left side of the forearm. This is a feature that is omitted on factory SG/1 rifles. ]] | ||
== | ===AR15 (Exteriors built as SR-25s)=== | ||
AR15 rifles | AR15 rifles were customized to resemble the SR-25 but distinguished by their 5.56 magazines and forward assists, are used by Fang and Chen, notably during a scene where Chen attempts to replicate Ching's shots and during the finale. | ||
[[Image:The sniper sr152.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Fang aims the SR-25.]] | [[Image:The sniper sr152.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Fang aims the SR-25.]] | ||
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[[Image:The sniper sr1511.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A clear shot of the AR15 being mocked up to resemble the SR-25.]] | [[Image:The sniper sr1511.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A clear shot of the AR15 being mocked up to resemble the SR-25.]] | ||
== Norinco Type 85 == | === Norinco Type 85 === | ||
Ching ([[Huang Xiaoming]]) uses a Chinese copy of the [[SVD Dragunov]], the Norinco Type 85, as his primary sniper rifle throughout the film. | Ching ([[Huang Xiaoming]]) uses a Chinese copy of the [[SVD Dragunov]], the Norinco Type 85, as his primary sniper rifle throughout the film. | ||
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[[Image:The sniper t8511.jpg|thumb|none|600px|The Type 85 as seen on the ground with a sling.]] | [[Image:The sniper t8511.jpg|thumb|none|600px|The Type 85 as seen on the ground with a sling.]] | ||
== Barrett M82A1 == | === Barrett M82A1 === | ||
In the finale, Ching uses a [[Barrett M82]] alongside his Type 85, engaging in a lengthy duel with Fang, Chen and the rest of the SDU sniper team. | In the finale, Ching uses a [[Barrett M82]] alongside his Type 85, engaging in a lengthy duel with Fang, Chen and the rest of the SDU sniper team. |
Revision as of 06:57, 15 March 2010
The following weapons were used in the film The Sniper:
Hand Guns
Smith & Wesson Model 10
Chen Xinwei (Edison Chen) and his inexperienced rookie partner both use Smith & Wesson Model 10 revolvers in the introduction. Fang Keming (Richie Ren) and officers of the Police Tactical Unit (PTU) also use Model 10s during a scene where triad members attack a prisoner convoy.
SIG-Sauer P228
A SIG-Sauer P228 is seen in the hands of Fang (Richie Ren) during the opening stakeout scene. He uses it to save OJ when OJ had trouble trying to deal with several machete wielding triads.
Beretta 92FS
Triad leader Tao (Jack Kao) is armed with a Beretta 92FS during a flashback sequence and later during the shootout in the elevator.
Walther P99
A Walther P99 is carried by Er Ge (Big Head)(Kai Chi Liu) during the elevator scene, later drops it when shot in the arm by OJ. Hartman also manages to obtain one during the elevator scene.
Glock 17
A Glock 17 is briefly seen in the hands of Ching (Huang Xiaoming) during the elevator scene.
Steyr GB
The Steyr GB is carried by several triads.
M1911
A M1911-style pistol is carried by several triads.
Submachine Guns
Heckler & Koch MP5
Heckler & Koch MP5 submachine guns are used by the HKPD Special Duties Unit (SDU) throughout the movie. It is also used by one of the PTU officers guarding a prison convoy and by another officer during a shootout at Ching's apartment.
Steyr TMP
A Steyr TMP, distinguished by its folding stock, is used by one of the triads who ambushes the prisoner convoy.
Assault Rifles
M16 rifle series
M16A1
Several M16A1 rifles (with A2 handguards) are used by SDU sniper during training sessions.
M16A2
M16A2 rifles are seen during the sniper training sequences.
Micro Galil
A Micro Galil is used by Er Ge (Kai Chi Liu) during the rescue scene.
Shotguns
Remington 870
Remington 870 shotguns are seen in the hands of PTU officers guarding the prison transport when it is ambushed by the triads.
Sniper Rifles
Heckler & Koch PSG1
The Heckler & Koch PSG-1 sniper rifle is prominently used by OJ throughout much of the film, and by Ching in flashback sequences. The rifle itself is a fake that was created by combining a long barrel with a PSG-1 forearm, buttstock and pistol grip on a HK91/G3 body, similar to the H&K SR9 rifles seen in Hollywood productions.
Tokyo Marui PSG-1 (AEG)
For non-firing scenes, characters use an airsoft PSG-1, made by Tokyo Marui.
Remington 700 (AICS)
A Remington 700 rifle is used by Shane (Bowie Lam), one of Fang's fellow SDU snipers. The rifle uses an AICS stock, giving it the appearance of an Accuracy International rifle such as the AWP.
Heckler & Koch G3SG/1
Several members of the SDU sniper team are armed with G3SG/1 rifles. Note that this is just a standard H&K G3 that's made to look like a G3SG/1 rifle. Although it's fitted with an SG/1 stock, it lacks the set trigger that's characteristic of factory SG/1 rifles.
AR15 (Exteriors built as SR-25s)
AR15 rifles were customized to resemble the SR-25 but distinguished by their 5.56 magazines and forward assists, are used by Fang and Chen, notably during a scene where Chen attempts to replicate Ching's shots and during the finale.
Norinco Type 85
Ching (Huang Xiaoming) uses a Chinese copy of the SVD Dragunov, the Norinco Type 85, as his primary sniper rifle throughout the film.
Barrett M82A1
In the finale, Ching uses a Barrett M82 alongside his Type 85, engaging in a lengthy duel with Fang, Chen and the rest of the SDU sniper team.