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Amsterdam ([[Leonardo DiCaprio]]) attempts to assassinate Bill "The Butcher" Cutting ([[Daniel Day-Lewis]]) by throwing a knife and then pulling an Elgin Cutlass Pistol, only to be impaled by a knife thrown by Cutting | Amsterdam ([[Leonardo DiCaprio]]) attempts to assassinate Bill "The Butcher" Cutting ([[Daniel Day-Lewis]]) by throwing a knife and then pulling an Elgin Cutlass Pistol, only to be impaled by a knife thrown by Cutting | ||
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[[Image:gonyelginpistol3.jpg|thumb|none|600px|The Elgin Pistol lying on the table before being pocketed for the assassination attempt.]] | [[Image:gonyelginpistol3.jpg|thumb|none|600px|The Elgin Pistol lying on the table before being pocketed for the assassination attempt.]] | ||
[[Image:GONY 527.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Amsterdam ([[Leonardo DiCaprio]]) has the Elgin Pistol in his right hand during his confrontation the Butcher.]] | [[Image:GONY 527.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Amsterdam ([[Leonardo DiCaprio]]) has the Elgin Pistol in his right hand during his confrontation the Butcher.]] |
Revision as of 22:43, 15 April 2024
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The following weapons were used in the film Gangs of New York:
Handguns
Single-Shot Boot Pistols
A majority of the residents of Civil War era New York all carry small single-shot Boot Pistols for protection.
Percussion Pocket Pistol
When Happy Jack Mulraney (John C. Reilly) chases Amsterdam (Leonardo DiCaprio) through the church, he draws a Percussion Pocket Pistol Based on the barrel look it looks to be a Queen Anne pistol, or if indeed being a pocket pistol, the Liegi derringer.
Colt Model 1849 Pocket Model
While at the theater, an assassin (Bronco Mcloughlin) attempts to kill Bill "The Butcher" Cutting (Daniel Day-Lewis) with a Colt 1849 Pocket Model Revolver.
Elgin Cutlass Pistol
Amsterdam (Leonardo DiCaprio) attempts to assassinate Bill "The Butcher" Cutting (Daniel Day-Lewis) by throwing a knife and then pulling an Elgin Cutlass Pistol, only to be impaled by a knife thrown by Cutting
During the Draft Riots, a mob breaks into the residence of Mr. Schermerhorn (David Hemmings) and he in turn uses two Colt 1851 Navy Revolvers to fend them off.
Shotguns
Double Barrel Percussion Shotgun
The Percussion Shotgun is seen being held by a Ship Captain and William Tweed (Jim Broadbent).
Rifles & Muskets
Joslyn Rifle
During the scene where William Tweed (Jim Broadbent) is conversing with Dead Rabbit supporters, Jenny Everdeane (Cameron Diaz) keeps a Joslyn Rifle aimed on him.
Springfield Model 1842 Musket
An Irish immigrant is seen being issued a Springfield Model 1842 Musket. This is historically correct, as the Irish Brigade were issued the 1842 Musket until 1864, as it was preferred for its ability to use the "buck and ball" load.
Springfield Model 1861 Rifle
The majority of US Army troops carry Springfield 1861 rifles.
Enfield P1853 Rifle
Some US Army troops are seen carrying Enfield Pattern 1853 rifles, which were commonly issued to Union regiments.
Other
Ship Gunade
During the Draft Riot, just before the fight between the Dead Rabbits and the Bower Boys, a ship of the coast fires its gunades off. A gunade is a hybrid between a carronade and a regular cannon.
Gun Case
Mr. Schermerhorn (David Hemmings) keeps several rifles and shotguns in a gun case.