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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.  


[[Image:H&KPSG01LongMag.jpg|thumb|600px|none| Genuine Heckler & Koch PSG-1 with 20-round magazine - 7.62x51mm NATO]]
[[Image:TheSniperbuild upPSG1.jpg|thumb|600px|none| The Sniper 'build up' PSG1 from Props Company Limited. It's a fake 'build up' PSG1 (much like the SR9TC rifles in Hollywood), created by putting long barrel (note that it is slimmer than a real PSG heavy barrel), or a barrel sleeve extender, along with the recognizable forearm, buttstock and pistol grip on a standard HK91/G3 body.  A build up like this would cost under $1000, whereas a real German PSG-1 sells for $10,000 - $35,000.]]
[[Image:TheSniperbuild upPSG1.jpg|thumb|600px|none| The Sniper 'build up' PSG1 from Props Company Limited. It's a fake 'build up' PSG1 (much like the SR9TC rifles in Hollywood), created by putting long barrel (note that it is slimmer than a real PSG heavy barrel), or a barrel sleeve extender, along with the recognizable forearm, buttstock and pistol grip on a standard HK91/G3 body.  A build up like this would cost under $1000, whereas a real German PSG-1 sells for $10,000 - $35,000.]]
[[Image:The sniper psg1m700.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Chen with the PSG-1.]]
[[Image:The sniper psg1m700.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Chen with the PSG-1.]]

Revision as of 13:58, 13 May 2014

The following weapons were used in the film The Sniper:

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The Sniper (2009)

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.

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Smith and Wesson Model 10 - .38 Special
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Chen confronting two Triad gangsters with his Model 10.
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Chen aiming the Model 10 with Fang next to him, armed with his Sig Sauer P228.

Smith & Wesson Model 10HB

Fang Keming (Richie Ren) and officers of the Police Tactical Unit (PTU) use Smith & Wesson Model 10HB revolvers during a scene where triad members attack a prisoner convoy.

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Smith & Wesson Model 10 HB (heavy barrel) revolver (Post 1950s Model) - .38 Special
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Fang uses the Model 10HB to snipe on the Triad gangster after ambushing the PTU convoy.
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A closeup of the Model 10HB.

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 Chen when he had trouble trying to deal with several machete wielding triads.

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SIG-Sauer P228 - 9mm
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Fang with his P228.
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The P228's barrel.
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The P228 being aimed at the Triad gangsters.
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Fang supporting Chen with his P228.

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. Other characters are armed also with the 92FS.

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Beretta 92FS - 9mm
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Tao with a 92FS to conduct a hostage execution.
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Er Ge with a 92FS during a confrontation.
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A closeup of the 92FS.
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A Triad gangster with the 92FS.

Walther P99

A Walther P99 is carried by Er Ge (Kai Chi Liu) during the elevator scene, later drops it when shot in the arm by Chen. Fang also manages to obtain one during the elevator scene.

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Walther P99-9mm
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The P99 fired inside the elevator car (It looks like a fake)
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Fang struggling with a Triad gangster for his P99.
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Er Ge using the P99.
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Another shot of Er Ge using the P99.
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Fang with the P99.
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Er Ge firing the P99 at police officers.
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Er Ge checking the room with his P99.

Glock 17

A Glock 17 is briefly seen in the hands of Ching (Huang Xiaoming) during the elevator scene.

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A Generation 3 Glock 17 9x19mm.
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Ching aiming the Glock 17 at the screen.
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Ching strafing with his Glock 17.

Steyr GB

The Steyr GB is carried by several triads.

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Steyr GB 9mm
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A masked Triad gunman attacking the PTU convoy with the GB.
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A gunman with the GB.

M1911

A M1911-style pistol is carried by several triads.

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Pre-War Colt M1911A1 Pistol Commercial - .45 ACP
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A Triad gunman with the M1911.
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A Triad gunman holding the M1911 (Foreground).

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.

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Heckler & Koch MP5A3 9x19mm
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Heckler & Koch MP5A3 9x19mm with Navy trigger group
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PTU officers taking cover behind their police van with MP5A3s.
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PTU officers fire their MP5A3s back at the Triad gunmen.
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SDU operators preparing for an assault.
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SDU operators guarding perimeter of crime scene with MP5A3s.
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SDU operators stacking up with MP5A3s.
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These barrels indicate they are airsoft replicas.
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Plainclothed SDU operators armed with MP5A3s.

Steyr TMP

A Steyr TMP, distinguished by its fixed detachable stock, is used by one of the triads who ambushes the prisoner convoy.

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Steyr TMP 9x19mm
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Triad gunman approaching HK Corrections Bus with TMP.
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Triad gunman inside the van with TMP.
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Triad gunman pulling chain from the bus.

Assault Rifles

M16A1

Several M16A1 rifles (with A2 handguards) are used by SDU snipers during training sessions.

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M16A1 with A2 style handguards - 5.56x45mm.
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A SDU sniper aims the M16A1 with a ACOG scope.

M16A2

M16A2 rifles are seen during the sniper training sequences.

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M16A2 Rifle - 5.56x45mm.
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SDU snipers fire their M16A2s in training session.

Micro Galil

A Micro Galil is used by Er Ge (Kai Chi Liu) during the rescue scene.

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IMI Galil MAR - 5.56x45mm
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Er Ge with MAR.
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Er Ge fires the MAR to kill a HK Corrections officer.
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5.56 NATO shell casings eject out of MAR while being fired.
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Notice the cross-shaped muzzle flash.

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.

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Remington 870 with early style Black Synthetic Riot foregrips and buttstock - 12 gauge.
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PTU officer on the left armed with the 870. Others have MP5A3s.
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Same PTU officer on the left uses the 870 to fight off the Triad gunmen.

Sniper Rifles

Heckler & Koch PSG-1

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.

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Genuine Heckler & Koch PSG-1 with 20-round magazine - 7.62x51mm NATO
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The Sniper 'build up' PSG1 from Props Company Limited. It's a fake 'build up' PSG1 (much like the SR9TC rifles in Hollywood), created by putting long barrel (note that it is slimmer than a real PSG heavy barrel), or a barrel sleeve extender, along with the recognizable forearm, buttstock and pistol grip on a standard HK91/G3 body. A build up like this would cost under $1000, whereas a real German PSG-1 sells for $10,000 - $35,000.
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Chen with the PSG-1.
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Chen aiming the PSG-1.
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Chen aiming the PSG-1, looking through its scope.
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Ching firing the PSG-1.
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Ching and a SDU operator in plainclothes during the hostage situation.
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Chen aiming the PSG-1 by using the top of a signboard as a sniping perch.
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Chen holding the PSG-1 when confronted by reporters.
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Two closeups of the PSG-1.
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Chen and other SDU snipers taking cover.
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Chen with his PSG-1.
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Chen firing his PSG-1.

Tokyo Marui PSG-1 (AEG)

For non-firing scenes, characters use an airsoft PSG-1, made by Tokyo Marui.

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Heckler & Koch PSG-1 7.62x51mm NATO
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Chen running while cradling his PSG1.
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SDU sniper carrying PSG1 when shot by Ching.

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.

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AWP. Note the round bolt handle, and the lack of a shroud around where the bolt handle meets the stock
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Remington 700PSS - .300 Win Magnum with Harris bipod
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Black Stage 2 AICS (Accuracy International Chassis System) - with folding stock and adjustable cheek piece.
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Shane using Remington 700 while camouflaged.
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Fang speaks to Chen, the AICS in front of him.
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Fang aims the AICS.

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.

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Heckler & Koch G3SG/1 - 7.62x51mm NATO
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Chen aims the G3SG/1's scope.
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SDU sniper aims the G3SG/1.
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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 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.

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Fang aims the faux SR-25.
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Chen with the faux SR-25 during an investigation to see if Ching's shots played a role in the PTU convoy attack.
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Another view of Chen firing the faux SR-25.
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SDU sniper with faux SR-25.
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Fang peers through the faux SR-25's scope.
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Fang takes aim at Ching.
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A SDU sniper is shot in the arm by Ching.
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A clear shot of the AR15 being mocked up to resemble the SR-25.

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.

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Type85 -7.62x54mm R
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Ching cocks the Type 85.
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Ching checks the Type 85's scope.
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Type 85 magazines (similar to the SVD) are seen on the table by the left.
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Ching takes aim at the PTU officers, his sniping perch concealed to avoid being detected.
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Another shot of Ching's sniping perch.
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Ching with the Type 85.
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Firing the Type 85 while hidden beneath the highway.
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Peering through the Type 85's scope.
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Ching fires at this ex-SDU comrades, hidden from inside a cannibalized auto frame.
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The Type 85 as seen on the ground with a sling.

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. We could note that between the moment when he is filmed from his back and from his front, his rifle switches from a G3SG1 to the Barrett M82A1. In the french version, Fang says Ching is using a 50 millimeters and not a .50.

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The M82A1 used in the movie, courtesy of Props Limited.
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Closeup of the M82A1's muzzle.
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Ching setting up the M82A1.
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Ching aiming the M82A1 at a police van, hidden beneath the highway.
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Muzzle flash of the M82A1 after being fired.
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Ching aims the M82A1.
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Carrying the M82A1 in Ching's arms.
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Aiming the M82A1's at his ex-SDU teammates.
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Firing the M82A1 at the SDU team.
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Photo of dissipating muzzle flash.
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Ching holding on the M82A1's pistol grip after being shot by Chen.