The Proposition

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The Proposition (2005)

The Proposition is a 2005 crime drama set in late nineteenth century Australia. In an attempt to civilize the land, Captain Stanley (Ray Winstone) proposes to Charlie Burns (Guy Pearce) that if he can find and kill his brother Arthur (Danny Huston), oldest and leader of the Burns Brothers gang, in nine days, he will save his younger brother Mikey (Richard Wilson) from being hanged on Christmas Day.

The following firearms were used in the film The Proposition:

Smith & Wesson New Model 3

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Smith & Wesson New Model 3

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Charlie Burns (Guy Pearce) aims his Smith & Wesson New Model 3.

Colt 1851 Navy (Richards-Mason Conversion)

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Colt 1851 Navy (Richards-Mason Conversion)

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Arthur Burns (Danny Huston) aims his Colt 1851 Navy (with a Richards-Mason cartridge conversion).

Two-Bob (Tom E. Lewis) is also armed with a cartridge converted Colt 1851 Navy.

Ruger Vaquero

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Captain Stanley (Ray Winstone) aims his stainless steel Ruger Vaquero with birdhead ivory grip, 3 1/2" barrel and dovetailled rear sight on top strap.

Martini-Henry Rifle

Martini-Henry Mk 1 (1871-1876)

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Charlie takes cover from Captain Stanley's posse with a Martini-Henry.

• CORRECTION: The rifle pictured is not a Martini Henery, the give away is the brass fittings. It is a Parker Hale Enfield 1861 Artillery Carbine.

Winchester Model 1866 "Yellow Boy"

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Winchester Model 1866 "Yellow Boy" - .44 RF.

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Charlie rides with his Winchester 1866 "Yellow Boy" in a saddle holster.