Nothing But Trouble

Nothing But Trouble (1991)

Nothing But Trouble is a 1991 horror comedy starring Chevy Chase, John Candy and Demi Moore and was co-written and directed by co-star Dan Aykroyd.

The following weapons were used in the film Nothing But Trouble:

Submachine Guns

Spectre M4

The most prominent weapon in the film, the Spectre M4 SMG is carried by Valkenvania Police Chief Constable Dennis Valkenheiser (John Candy), and used by Constable 'Miss Purdah' (Valri Bromfield). The Spectres in the film do not have foregrips nor the folding stocks.

An interesting note, the semiautomatic-only version of the Spectre has no foregrip or folding stock, like the weapons in the film. However, the Spectre fired by Miss Purdah in the film is fully-automatic. As such, these guns could very well be either full-auto versions that simply have the foregrips and folding stocks removed, or perhaps semi-auto versions (with the firing gun simply being one converted to full-auto).

Spectre-HC (imported into the USA as the "SITES Falcon"), the semi-automatic pistol version of the Spectre M4 with the stock and forward grip removed - 9x19mm

Spectre SMG carried in the hand of Chief Constable Dennis Valkenheiser (John Candy), after he orders Chris Thorne (Chevy Chase) to follow him. Note good trigger discipline.

"Chiefy, pal - I was only kiddin'.." Dennis points a Spectre at Arthur (Daniel Baldwin), instantly after he knocks away a Colt Python Snub Arthur pulls on him. Note the missing folding-stock.

Constable 'Miss Purdah' (Valri Bromfield), wields a Spectre. Note missing foregrip.

Handguns

Smith & Wesson 639

What appears best to be a Smith & Wesson 639 pistol is carried by Miss Purdah in one of her dual reverse-draw holsters - Best seen in the larger shot of when she aims her CAR-15 alongside her vehicle.

Smith & Wesson 639, early model - 9x19mm.

Miss Purdah has a S&W 639 pistol in her left-side reverse-draw holster (The closer one shown) as she aims her CAR-15. Though difficult to tell, the pistol appears to have a slightly rounded backstrap, unlike the 659 and 645, which are straight.

Beretta 92FS Inox

The pistol in Miss Purdah's other holster best appears to be a Beretta 92FS Inox.

Beretta 92FS INOX - 9x19mm. This pistol is a screen used gun from the film Fair Game.

The Beretta 92FS Inox in her right-side holster (farthest one away), better seen in the next picture.

Alternate angle showing a better view of the Beretta 92FS Inox

Walther PPK

Alvin Valkenheiser's (Dan Aykroyd) personal weapon appears to be a stainless Walther PPK pistol. Chris Thorne (Chevy Chase) very briefly handles this weapon. The PPK pistol in this film appears to have engraving on the slide and Ivory grips.

Walther PPK stainless - 9mm Kurz aka 9x17mm (.380 ACP)

Chris removes the Walther PPK from it's holster as he searches Alvin's room.

Alvin frantically waves and shoots his PPK. It was rather difficult to get a decently clear shot here, as Alvin waves the gun very quickly and erratically, even as he fires off a round. Note engraved stainless barrel and white (Ivory) grips.

Colt Python

During a stop, an inebriated crook named Arthur (Daniel Baldwin) pulls a nickel-plated snub-nosed Colt Python on Dennis (John Candy), though it gets quickly knocked out of his hand. It is seen again a bit later on the desk of Judge Alvin Valkenheiser (Dan Aykroyd). A State Trooper at the end of the film also wields a full-sized blued-steel Python.

Nickel plated Colt Python "snubbie" - .357 Magnum

Arthur prepares to pull the Snub-Nosed Nickel Colt Python on Dennis.

"Say good-night, copper." Arthur (or Artie) pulls the Python on Dennis. Upon closer inspection, one will note the vented-rib.

Dennis knocks the Python Snub out of Artie's hands.

Colt Python with 6" Barrel - .357 Magnum

A State Trooper takes his position with a Python.

Beretta 92F

As Judge Alvin Valkenheiser examines the confiscated items, including the Colt Python Snub shown above, a Beretta 92F semi-auto pistol can be seen on the desk. Given the release date of the film it could be a newer Beretta 92FS, but it is impossible to tell in the film.

Beretta 92F - 9x19mm

To the upper-right, what appears to be a Beretta 92F (Note squared-off trigger-guard) can be seen amongst the confiscated items. The Colt Python snub mentioned above can also be seen to the lower-right.

Rifles

CAR-15

The main weapon carried (though never actually fired) by Constable 'Miss Purdah' (Valri Bromfield) for a fair portion of the film is a CAR-15 rifle.

Commercial CAR-15 semiautomatic Rifle - 5.56x45mm. This is strictly a semiautomatic civilian copy of the XM177 style of rifles.

Miss Purdah aims her CAR-15.

Miss Purdah enters the room, CAR-15 in hand.

XM177E2

Interestingly enough, later in the film, Miss Purdah carries what appears to be an actual XM177E2 carbine, most likely standing in for the CAR-15 shown earlier. Like the CAR-15, it is never seen actually being fired, so it's likely this weapon may be a dummy gun or other non-firing prop. It is a very close looking example, in any case.

XM177E2 Carbine aka Colt Model 629 - 5.56x45mm. This was the last variant of the XM177 rifle used in the Vietnam War.

"Right this way, Mr. Snappy-Comeback." Miss Purdah wields an XM177E2 (or at least, an awfully close lookalike) as she orders Chris to leave the room.

The XM177E2 is seen slung on Miss Purdah's back. Note the grenade ring/notch before the flash hider, and the somewhat short and thick flash hider itself.

Ruger Mini-14 GB Stainless

Constable Miss Purdah (Valri Bromfield) carries and fires a Ruger Mini-14 GB rifle with scope and stainless barrel/receiver later on in the film as she chases after Chris (Chevy Chase) and Diane (Demi Moore).

Stainless Steel Ruger AC556 Carbine with Full Stock - 5.56x45mm. The AC556 is the militarized selective-fire version of the standard Mini-14, with a distinctive barrel with flash hider and bayonet lug. Ruger's Mini-14 GB ("Government Barrel") Model is the exact same weapon, but semiautomatic only.

Miss Purdah fires the Mini-14 GB. Note the bayonet lug and flash pattern.

Miss Purdah fires the Mini-14. Note stainless barrel and receiver.

M16A1

National Guardsmen accompanying the State Troopers near the end of the film are armed with M16A1 rifles with 20-round magazines.

M16A1 with 20 round magazine - 5.56x45mm.

Guardsmen in position with M16A1 rifles. Note forward assists and A1-style flash-hiders.

Unknown Bolt-Action Rifle

A State Trooper takes position with a scoped bolt-action rifle of unknown Make/Model.

A trooper aims the bolt-action rifle. Note the rifle still has iron sights.

Shotguns

Mossberg 500AT

Towards the end of the film, some State Police Troopers carry what appear best to be standard Mossberg 500AT shotguns.

Mossberg 500AT Shotgun - 12 gauge. Note the wood furniture.

The State Trooper on the right takes up position with what appears to be a Mossberg 500AT. Note wood-grip and dual-action bars. The trooper on the left wields an unknown semiauto pistol, possibly a M1911A1 variant.