Film & Television

What Gun Did The Rifleman Use?

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The Rifle: An Icon of the American West The weapon of choice for Lucas McCain wasn’t just *any* rifle; it was a Winchester Model. Specifically, the rifle at the heart of “The Rifleman” was a Winchester Model, a lever-action marvel that had already established itself as a symbol of the American West long before McCain … Read more

The Rifle That Roared: A Deep Dive into the Firearms of “Quigley Down Under”

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Introduction The vast, untamed expanse of the Australian outback serves as a stunning backdrop for the 1990 Western, “Quigley Down Under.” This film, a blend of adventure, action, and the classic tale of good versus evil, centers around Matthew Quigley, an American sharpshooter who travels to Australia seeking employment. He soon finds himself embroiled in … Read more

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