appaloosa shotgun
The shotguns were built by Steve Karnes for Gibbons Ltd. By using this site, you agree to our Terms of Use. I think it’s a dead ringer. The shotgun itself is referred to in the movie as an "8 gauge," but in reality is a 12 gauge. I have another buddy that is making hats to match as well that I will post when I get them. For my Virgil colt, I sent the hammer off to get case colored, so it was apart when I got this holster in I thought would make a good proximation of Virgil’s. There were three shotguns built for Appaloosa. Can a 8 Guage still be had this day and time?
Find a coat or have a tailor make you tailor make you a coat. Those are some old tru-ivory grips I had lying around. Haha. All information is provided "as is" with all faults without warranty of any kind, either express or implied. I really like the white two peace grips you have on the Open Top Colt .
So what I need help on is trying to replicate the jacket Hitch wears. For those of you that are familiar with the movie Appaloosa… The movie is really great, but the books are even better. Hopefully it won't be too hard to find. I actually started this project even before the John Wayne project. Sometimes in the middle of a cloud of cigar smoke. Not only that, but it's near on impossible to procure one. Inside cover of Siringo's book is likely one of the things that got me started on engraved guns. Kid? I figure I can always add it later. It was wool, but light grey instead of green and was the wrong size for me anyway. Based on your avatar, you might enjoy that one. I am having a hard time finishing the ones written after he died. Or maybe the same one. Thanks for the bump. And to round things out with the rifle is a 66 carbine.
Need to find the coat next. The picture above looks to me like elk, so I went with my old standby for elk grips in Patrick Grashorn. El Hombre Sin Nombre, April 10, 2018 in SASS Wire. NRA Life Endowment As far as firearms are concerned, I believe I am good to go. Appaloosa (2008) Viggo Mortensen as Everett Hitch Colt 1878 Shotgun - 12 gauge This 1878 Shotgun is the main long arm used by Everett Hitch (Viggo Mortensen) in this 2008 Western. The only thing missing is the stampede string, which I opted not to have put in. Although The High Road has attempted to provide accurate information on the forum, The High Road assumes no responsibility for the accuracy of the information. At least the Parker ones. Slo Mo has a friend that maybe able to help with the jacket. As I absolutely loved that movie and the Virgil and Hitch characters and of course the Robert B Parker books I'm very looking forward to seeing how your new project comes around.
I'll order one up so that I have it for when I find the right coat to put it on. Can a 8 Guage still be had this day and time? In the movie, Hitch uses an open top revolver.
This topic is now archived and is closed to further replies. Any recommendations to were I can get me some like that would be greatly appreciated. I have a hat on the way that I will take pics of when it comes in. Email me your pictures and we'll send them to her friend. Once I manage to acquire more brass (at $8 each I only have 25) I will probably shoot my 10 gauge exclusively. Discussion in 'Shotguns' started by damien, Sep 26, 2008. Billy Tilghman? Was thinking on that myself. SAF, Traditional Archery
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Following up with my very successful (patting myself on the back) John Wayne gun thread, I figured I would start another thread on a similar project I have going on. The hero shotguns fired 12 gauge blanks and one 8 gauge non firing shotgun used to film the loading sequence. Hamer's "old Lucky"? I didn’t want to take a chance of getting guns tangled up in it while shooting. Following up with my very successful (patting myself on the back) John Wayne gun thread, I figured I would start another thread on a similar project I have going on. Much like we need, good steaks, water and great guns, I need a 10 gauge double! I like it a lot. I looked over all the clothing vendors at the California State match a couple weekends ago, but did not find anything. Can't remember. I have only personaly saw and handled one 8 Guage my entire life. How about something Like Capt. From IMFDB: And I believe you can find those online through some of the great leatherworkers we have available to us. Top notch quality and 100% beaver, Some mighty fine rigs ya got the Kid. But the 1873 Colt was a little longer lived for Ranger Service. 10 gauge is almost as difficult, but at least manageable. Kid, if ya gonna go do that get yourself a proper Texas Ranger pistol will ya? GOA Patrick doesn't do a one piece grip, but because of where the bark on Virgil's gun is, these do a pretty good job of hiding the screw. I got the hammer back so here’s what they look like together. The first thing that comes to mind in the movie is the use of an 8 gauge shotgun. Zen Shootists, Fort Des Moines Rangers.
You will of course need the leather shotgun pad on the right shoulder much like Hitch has on his coat. Virgil Cole. I did find one at the California state shoot that looked pretty close. Any suggestions?
The SK 1878 can be seen in the following films and video games used by the following actors: From Internet Movie Firearms Database - Guns in Movies, TV and Video Games, http://www.imfdb.org/index.php?title=SK_1878_shotgun&oldid=1221003. I had started a thread about 10 gauge shotguns some six months or so ago and from that I was able to get some very helpful information that led to me acquiring this beautiful 10 gauge greener from the 1880's (yes it is the same gun as I use for my John Wayne project): Shotgun taken care of, my next focus is on the other very recognizable gun in the move: Virgil Cole's Colt: In the books, Virgil is carrying a big colt with bone grips. I like your RM and love the badge. were the real deal and as hardcore of men as they come. Jubjub Member.
A call to VTI and I had a 7.5" barrel mailed to me the next day. Not Sun? Looks good Redwood! I actually started this project even before the John Wayne project. Tying this back in the movie Appaloosa, Virgil Cole and Everett Hitch are today's Old West fictional versions of the above-mentioned men. It looks great and way better than the pictures I took. No question there. And probably helped them fellas live a might longer as well.
My good friend Fingers McGee could stand in for Mr. Hitch, except he uses a 12 instead of a 10 masquerading as an 8! The hero shotguns fired 12 gauge blanks and one 8 gauge non firing shotgun used to film the loading sequence. There were three shotguns built for Appaloosa.
For those of you that are familiar with the movie Appaloosa, you know there are a couple of quite unique guns in the movie. I took this cavalry colt that I had and replaced the grips with what I feel are a great rendition from Patrick. Powered by Invision Community. Yup. Beautiful collection, from one of my favorite westerns. It's not that the actor is going to shoot live ammo during the movie, it's that a (good) actor is going to be concerned that his character is realistic and the way he handles props (e.g., a monstrous shotgun) will look realistic. Hummmmmm have to think on that. We have the same rifle. Off the trail, still west of the river from old Delano. From what I have read, Tru-Ivory is no longer being made, so you'd have to get them from someone that has them and hasn't fitted them yet, or happen to fit your particular gun. Copyright 2019 sassnet.com The SK 1878 shotgun was built using reproduction Colt 1878 shotguns. That's a fact." I got that hat. Back to Appaloosa (though now I may need to start a Texas Rangers thread next). (Unlike, say, the way gigantically overpowered and oversized firearms are handled in video games ... and in many movies). But it does mean they exist and I will find one. I am searching for a green wool frock coat to match the one Hitch wears. By Guys like Frank Hamer, Bill Tilghman, Chris Madsen, Bass Reeves, Heck Thomas, etc. Neither The High Road nor any of its directors, members, managers, employees, agents, vendors, or suppliers will be liable for any direct, indirect, general, bodily injury, compensatory, special, punitive, consequential, or incidental damages including, without limitation, lost profits or revenues, costs of replacement goods, loss or damage to data arising out of the use or inability to use this forum or any services associated with this forum, or damages from the use of or reliance on the information present on this forum, even if you have been advised of the possibility of such damages. Bump to the top for more pics of any more progress in your quest... "Colt makes a heavy firearm. Just wait until I start my next thread. And while there are two buddies in this film, I have been working on putting together a set of guns that is a combination of both gentlemen. “But it’s only a single shot, what if I miss?” “We don’t want men who miss!”. Southern Missouri Rangers, Central Ozarks Western Shooters, The Ozarks Posse, Powder Creek Cowboys, Outlaw Camp, River City Regulators, Gold Country Wild Bunch, Sunnyville Regulators, Coyote Valley Cowboys, Utah War, Hobble Creek Wranglers, Wasatch Desperados, Utah Territory Gunslingers.
No real heros for the engraved guns besides Frank Hammer, Charlie Siringo or a slew of them psky Texas Rangers. This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register.
Hopefully without breaking the bank. Next is gear. I have had one of those for awhile so that was the easy addition, As for clothing and gear, a friend of mine is building a belt for my brass 10 gauge shells to match Hitch's. http://www.imfdb.org/index.php/Appaloosa_%282008%29. The Texas Ranger troops of the day were definitely very strong and motivated individuals. Classic Cowboy!! Colorado, camping, Jeeps, the Old West, ghost towns, US History, the US Constitution, big band music of the '40s, red meat, whiskey, coffee and flapjacks. Salsa (Blue ribbons 99,04 Iowa State Fair), gardening and canning. And a proper '73 carbine.
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