| Error creating thumbnail: File missing Join our Discord! |
| If you have been locked out of your account you can request a password reset here. |
MacGyver (1985 TV Series)
Work In Progress This article is still under construction. It may contain factual errors. See Talk:MacGyver (1985 TV Series) for current discussions. Content is subject to change. |
Unidentified This article currently has one or more unidentified weapons. |
MacGyver was an television adventure series that aired on ABC from 1985 to 1992 and starred Richard Dean Anderson as the title character, a government troubleshooter who uses his wits as well as everyday items to get himself out of precarious situations. The show was also notable for the main character's aversion to shooting guns (attributed to a tragic childhood incident). While the character never was operating weapons (save for the pilot episode), that didn't preclude him from using them in a non-lethal manner. The series would continue in several made for television films and was subsequently "rebooted" in 2016 with a new CBS television adaptation.
The following weapons were used in the television series MacGyver:
Pistols
M1911A1
The M1911A1 is used by several characters in the series.
Custom M1911
Appears in "Strictly Business" (S6E19), it is Murdoc's (Michael Des Barres) main carry pistol through-out the episode. This M1911 is distinguishable with chrome finish, black controls (slide stop and safety), black spur hammer, brown/wood grips with emblem, slightly angular trigger guard, harsh angular slide top and slightly protruding barrel.
It first appears in the beggining sequence when Murdoc goes to a hearing with HIT top executives. Though first he is asked to remove all weapons and Murdoc lays the M1911 on the hood of his car. He uses the gun again at MacGyver's houseboat. He first keeps it in his holster and takes it out when Mac gets out of the trap. After blowing up Mac's rental car with FIM-43 Redeye, Murdoc chases Mac to the forest with the M1911 at hand. He later is seen screwing a suppressor on to it in order to shoot a lock and enter a cabin without alarming Suzanne Walker. He withdraws when he hears the little girl using a secret entrance to cabin. Once he manages to get alone with MacGyver, he has a camera setup where the pull of the M1911's trigger will activate the camera and take a photo of MacGyver's death. After foiled by distraction by Amy and chairshot from MacGyver, Murdoc fires at the two of them. He is last seen with the pistol holding Suzanne Walker hostage with it.
Taurus PT92AFS
A (sometimes suppressed) Taurus PT92AFS was used by Nicolas Von Leer (Kai Wulff) in "Eye of Osiris" (S6E14). The Taurus was a pistol more readily available to Canadian armorers, so when the production moved to Vancouver in later seasons, it became the gun of choice for most villains and their underlings during seasons 4-7, taking over H&K P9S's duty from season 1-3.
Heckler & Koch P9S
The Heckler & Koch P9S is used by several characters in the series, notably in Season 1's "Last Stand" and "To Be A Man". It frequently appears as the gun of choice of most villians and their underlings during seasons 1-3. It is substituted by the Taurus PT92 and/or Beretta 92F during seasons 4-7.
Heckler & Koch VP70
A Heckler & Koch VP70 is handled by a little boy that sparks a flashback in "Blood Brothers" (S4E02).
Beretta 92F
The Beretta 92F is used throughout the series
- "D.O.A.: MacGyver" (S2E21) - used by amnesiatic MacGyver. His amnesia prevents him from remembering that he detests handling guns.
- "Halloween Knights" (S5E06) - Wielded by a freelance assassin named Hank Gregg (Scott J. Ateah), who is used as a guinea pig for Nicholas Helman's "Death Row" trap gauntlet to test it's effectiveness against a skilled assassin on par with Murdoc.
- "Strictly Business" (S6E19) - When Murdoc sets off a metal detector at HIT hearing early in the episode, he told to remove the rest of his hidden weapons. One of these weapons is a Beretta 92F.
Beretta 84
Eunice (Claire Vardiel) uses a Beretta 84 in "Legend of the Holy Rose, Part 2" (S5E02). Erich Von Leer (Christopher Neame) appears to use a stainless model in the same episode.
Beretta M1934
Appears in episode "Halloween Knights" (S5E06). When Sonia Chapel (Jo Bates) catches Murdoc and informs that MacGyver is disguised as one of the HIT board members, Nicholas Helman (Daniel Davis) draws what appears to be stainless Beretta M1934 on MacGyver. After the Mac and Murdoc manage to get through the Death Row, Helman rushes to confront Murdoc with the Beretta.
Walther PPK
Murdoc (Michael Des Barres), disguised as nurse, pulls out a supressed Walther PPK in an attempt shoot hospitalized Jack Dalton in episode "Partners" (S2E18)
Browning Hi-Power
In Episode "Widowmaker" (S3E08), Murdoc (Michael Des Barres) makes his final cliffside attack with what appears to a Browning Hi-Power pistol. He loses it when fast-acting Nikki Carpenter (Elyssa Davalos) karate kicks the pistol out of his hands (!!)
Due to weak video quality murking the details, it's kinda hard to tell it's Browning Hi-Power. The shape of the gun is easier to tell in motion that with screen captures.
Murdoc with what appears to be a Browing Hi-Power.
Revolvers
Smith & Wesson Model 10
In "Blood Brothers" (S4E02), a flashback to 1961 shows what appears to be a Smith & Wesson Model 10 revolver used by MacGyver's friend in the incident that explains Mac's aversion to guns.
Smith & Wesson Model 28
In "Flame's End" (S1E13), MacGyver (Richard Dean Anderson) takes the frame of a Smith & Wesson Model 28 to remove a bolt from a leaking pipe.
Smith & Wesson Model 36
A Smith & Wesson Model 36 is used in several episodes.
- "Three for the Road" (S2E10) - Smith & Wesson Model 36 is used by Michael Talbot (Richard Hatch).
- "Cleo Rocks" (S4E09) - Murdoc (Michael Des Barres) uses a nickle S&W Model 36 with pearl grips during the episode. First appears when Murdoc is using it to force Pete Thorthon (Dana Elcar) into a cage for a future trap for MacGyver. He is later shown with it when he lures MacGyver to a trap with Penny Parker (Teri Hatcher). He loses it when tied-up Penny kicks it off his hands.
Smith & Wesson Model 19
Through-out the flashback sequence of the episode "Partners" (S2E18), Peter Thornton (Dana Elcar) carries a snubnose Smith & Wesson Model 19 as his sidearm.
Unknown Smith & Wesson
Appears in "Halloween Knights" (S5E06) - Used by HIT executive Sonia Chapel (Jo Bates).
Colt Detective Special (3rd Gen)
Appears in "Halloween Knights" (S5E06). Unknown assilant uses a Colt Detective Special to shoot the rear wheel of MacGyver's old Chevrolet pick-up truck. Even though the assilant turns out to be Murdoc, it cannot be confirmed that his actor - Michael Des Barres - is firing the revolver.
Colt Single Action Army
Appears in "Halloween Knights" (S5E06). A cowboy at Helman Club's costume party has a two holstered, ivory-gripped Colt SAA(s) as part of his costume.
Shotguns
Smith & Wesson Model 3000
In "Three for the Road" (S2E10), a Smith & Wesson 3000 Shotgun with the stock removed is used by Michael Talbot (Richard Hatch) and his henchmen.
Double Barrelled side-by-side Shotgun
Double Barrelled side-by-side Shotgun makes multiple appearances through-out the series.
"Halloween Knights" (S5E06)
Barbershop dummy in Death Row's street section is armed a double barrelled side-by-side shotgun, complete with a motion detector accessory atop the front sights. It's hard to see it when Mr. Gregg first goes through the Death Row, but is seen much clearer when MacGyver and Murdoc go through the Death Row later in the episode.
-
S5E06 - Death Row Barbershop dummy with a double-barrelled side-by-side shotgun.
-
S5E06 - Death Row Barbershop dummy with a double-barrelled side-by-side shotgun aims high, due to MacGyver throwing a garbage lid to decieve it's motion sensor
-
S5E06 - Close-up shot of the Death Row Barbershop dummy's double-barrelled side-by-side shotgun and the motion sensor attached to it.
"Strictly Business" (S6E19)
Significant gun for the episode. The Double Barrel Shotgun first seen in hands of (Kristen Meadows), when her daughter Amy (Rochelle Greenwood) is approached by seriously injured MacGyver (Richard Dean Anderson). After being told by Murdoc (Michael Des Barres) that the amnesiac MacGyver is dangerous killer, Suzanne rushes to aquire the shotgun, fearing for Amy. However, she is stopped by Murdoc from doing anything rash. Murdoc ends up smooth talking Suzanne into giving the shotgun to him.
When Suzanne and Amy try to escape with a car, Amy - distrusting Murdoc - runs to MacGyver to warn him. Suzanne rushes to get the shotgun left behind by Murdoc. She encounters Murdoc whom she sees shooting at Amy and MacGyver. She confronts Murdoc and attempts to shoot him. However, Murdoc had removed the shells out of the gun prior and she was in too much of rush to notice. With Suzanne taken hostage, Amy grabs the shotgun but is stopped by amnesiac MacGyver, who takes the gun for himself. MacGyver finds Murdoc in the mineshaft with tripwires between the two. The amnesiac MacGyver attempts to shoot Murdoc, but can't. He then unloads the shotgun uses it for a MacGyverism to get through the tripwires.
-
S6E19 - Suzanne Walker threathens MacGyver with a double-barrelled shotgun
-
S6E19 - Suzanne Walker gives the shotgun to Murdoc
-
S6E19 - Amy with the shotgun, attempting to go after Murdoc
-
S6E19 - Amnesiatic MacGyver - not remembering his past gun-related trauma - draws the double-barreled shotgun towards Murdoc
Rifles/Carbines
M16A1
The M16A1 rifle is used by several characters throughout the series.
M16/SP1
Another rifle used in the series is an M16/SP1.
M1 Carbine
In "Thief of Budapest" (S1E03), tribal members are seen using the M1 Carbine (sans magazine) when MacGyver attempts to recover a valuable horse.
Norinco Type 56
Norinco Type 56s are used by several of MacGyver's adversaries throughout the series.
Lee-Enfield No.4 Mk.I
A Lee-Enfield No.4 Mk.I is notably held by an Afghan tribal member in Season 1's "To Be A Man" (S1E17).
Valmet M71S
In "Pilot" (S1E01), Central Asian soldiers as well as MacGyver are seen using the Valmet M71S, in place of AK-47. All of these rifles appear to have 30-round .223 pre-ban metal magazines. Based on the shape of the stock, these are plastic handguard/resin-stock variants. Valmet didn't produce Valmet M71 with plastic handguard/resin stock in orange color, which would mean that the handguards and stocks have been painted over with orange color.
AKM (semi-auto import clone)
Appears in the "Pilot" (S1E01). When MacGyver (Richard Dean Anderson) goes to seek a missile hidden in a tent, a noticeable continuity error occurs, as the Valmet M71 he carried in previous scene has changed to a AKM. Though since this a mid-1980s American production, this gun would more likely to be semi-auto import like Maadi ARM than an actual AKM. He later uses the AKM as part of a MacGyver'ed distraction to allow MacGyver to get the captured fighter pilot escape from a cage.
Most peculiarly, MacGyver - who is later established as a very anti-gun person - opens fire towards the chasing sentries to fend them off. The reason for the uncharacteristically casual way he handles firearms in the pilot episode is exactly because this is the pilot episode. So details like MacGyver's backstory and aversion of firearms were merely in flux, depending on whatever the show would get picked up by a tv network or not.
The AKM is confirmed to be a live firing variant, as the rifle ejects casings and muzzle flash is ocassionally caught on film. He later gives the AKM to prisoner while he starts to work on the escape plan.
Mauser 98 Sporter
Appears in "Widowmaker" (S3E08). Having lost the M9 Flamethrower, Murdoc (Michael Des Barres) goes to his pick-up truck to get some gear, including what appears to be a scoped Mauser 98 Sporter with a custom stock. Murdoc eventually catches up to MacGyver and Nikki, with MacGyver up a telephone circuit trying to send an SOS with his usual MacGyvering. Murdoc tries to shoot Mac, but Mac by chance slips a bit an Murdoc misses. Mac and Nikki flee going up the mountain and Murdoc gives chase. Murdoc catches up to them at the top, but Mac and Nikki have descended down the Widowmaker's cliffs. Murdoc has discards the rifle off-screen, as it would be too cumbersome to use in close quarters.
Makes a quick appearance in episode "Cleo Rocks" (S4E09) when Penny Parker (Teri Hatcher) is looking through file photos of Murdoc.
S3E08 - Scope view of Murdoc aiming at MacGyver's noggin'
Submachine Guns
Heckler & Koch HK94A3 (chopped and converted)
In "Deathlock" (S1E12), Quayle uses remotely operated Heckler & Koch HK94A3 submachine guns set up in his garden to trap MacGyver. These HK94A3's have the barrel chopped and converted to look like an MP5A3.
Heckler & Koch HK94
An unmodified Heckler & Koch HK94 also is used remotely in "Deathlock" (S1E12).
IMI Uzi
The Uzi was a frequently used gun in the series.
Ingram MAC-10
A MAC-10 is used by Quayle (Christopher Neame) in "Deathlock" (S1E12).
MP40
The MP40 is seen in the hands of one of the boat crew members as they attempt to steal oil from a pipeline in "Ghost Ship" (S3E04).
M1A1 Thompson
Appears in "Halloween Knights" (S5E06) - Dummy in gangster clothes at the Death Row's street section is armed with a Tommy Gun, that has a motion sensor attached to beneath of the muzzle. The tommy gun is actually a M1A1 Thompson, since the bolt actuator is on the right side of the reciever and not on top, as with the the M1921 and/or M1928 models that were associated with 20's/30's gangsters. Also it has the A1 model's rear sights.
Machine Guns
M60
An M60 is seen in the Chinese encampment in the opening sequence of the pilot episode.
"Fake" DShK Machine Gun (mocked up M60D)
An M60D mocked up to resemble the DShk machine gun is fired by Russian soldiers in Season 1's "To Be A Man" (S1E17). This mockup was common in productions made in 1980s.
Browning M1919
Appears in "Halloween Knights" (S5E06) - an automated Browning M1919 machine gun with a motion sensor appears in the jungle section of the Death Row.
Other
RPG-7
The RPG-7 is seen being loaded and fired by Russian soldiers in Season 1's "To Be A Man".
M8 Flare Pistol (modified)
Appears in the "Pilot" (S1E01). MacGyver investigates a downed fighter jet and finds an M8 Flare Pistol. When Mac and the prisoner try to escape, MacGyver uses a rock to flatten the barrel in order to create a little rocket thruster for the escape.
M72 LAW
Makes an appearance in the flashback sequence of the episode "Partners" (S2E18). As Murdoc leads MacGyver and Pete Thornton to a ambush, two goons under Murdoc's command with M72 LAW launchers force Mac and Pete to stop for Murdoc's elaborate machinations.
M9 Flamethrower (w/ M2 Wand)
M9 Flamethrower with M2 wand appears appears in the episode "Widowmaker" (S3E8). It is wielded by Murdoc (Michael Des Barres) who launches an all-out attack on MacGyver and Nikki Carpenter when they are talking their problems at a forest cabin near the Widowmaker mountain. Murdoc breaks in the cabin and attacks MacGyver and Nikki, engulfing the entire cabin in flames and burning it down. MacGyver and Nikki manage to escape by using a thick mattress to block the flames/liquid fuel. When MacGyver and Nikki set off Murdoc's booby-trap on Nikki's SUV, Murdoc goes to investigate. MacGyver disables the flamethrower by perforating the propellent tanks with a makeshift arc-welder, causing it to catch on fire and forcing Murdoc to abandon it as the propellent tanks explode.
The scene with Murdoc attacking the cabin with the flamethrower is reused in multiple flashbacks and slideshow episodes, including "Strictly Business" (S6E19)
Murdoc sprays fire over the cabin with the M9 Flamethrower. Notice the M2 Wand
M67 Hand Grenade
M67 hand grenade has multiple appearances
- "Halloween Knights" (S5E06) - When Macgyver is trying to figure out how to bypass the finger-print detector, Murdoc (Michael Des Barres) humors Mac by offering to blow it up with a M67 grenade. Murdoc later uses a one in Death Row, having spared it for a special occassion.
- "Strictly Business" (S6E19) - When Murdoc sets off a metal detector at HIT hearing early in the episode, he told to remove the rest of his hidden weapons. Amongst the weapons, he put off two M67 grenades to the platform.
S5E06 - Murdoc pulls out a M67 grenade while Mac is trying to figure out how to open a high-security door.
FIM-43 Redeye
Appears in "Strictly Business" (S6E19). As MacGyver is travelling on road to wilderness by car, Murdoc (Michael Des Barres) ambushes him by using his pick-up truck as a road-block and armed with a FIM-43 that's decked with additional parts. Murdoc fires the launcher and blows up MacGyver's car and badly injures him.
This FIM-43 is decked out with an additional see-thru plastic blast shield in front and oversized pear seal in rear. It could be that these parts were added to protect the actor Michael Des Barres from the pyrotechnics of the prop. It could also be to make the rocket launcher more unique looking.
S6E19 - Murdoc after firing the Redeye.