My New Raiders Prop Gun Replica

artsee1 · Post by **artsee1** » Mon Jan 23, 2006 12:03 am

Hey gang. I said a few weeks back that I would have a new replica soon that would be the most accurate and highest in quality ever made and I have it finally. I have one on ebay. I am really excited about it. I think it came out just like I wanted it to. It really completes my Indy Outfit.

Paul

McFly · Post by **McFly** » Mon Jan 23, 2006 12:32 am

Details, man! Details!

What's it made of? How much did it run you? Can we all get one? What's your favorite color? What's the average airspeed velocity of an unladen [European] swallow?

Beautiful!!

In Christ,
Shane

Texas Raider · Post by **Texas Raider** » Mon Jan 23, 2006 3:19 am

THAT is a BEAUTIFUL replica!!

have a great day!!

Post by **Indy Magnoli** » Mon Jan 23, 2006 3:32 am

Great replica!

He's got them here for $95:

http://artsee1.com/pageslinked/store.html

...along with some great looking stuff from The Mummy.

Kind regards,
Indy

Texas Raider · Post by **Texas Raider** » Mon Jan 23, 2006 3:58 am

Anthony, you back from vacation now? Glad to see ya back!

have a nice day.

ob1al · Post by **ob1al** » Mon Jan 23, 2006 5:30 am

That's a fantastic looking replica - very nice!

Strider · Post by **Strider** » Mon Jan 23, 2006 6:25 am

A sweet price for such a great looking replica. I wonder if he has had to go through any legalese, like Todd did, or if he can ship anywhere he wants. Artsee, can you send your gun replicas anywhere, or just to select places?

artsee1 · Post by **artsee1** » Mon Jan 23, 2006 7:32 am

Thanks guys. Gee you must all be on this board 24 hours a day. ha ha, I totally understand. I just posted late last night and you are already all on here. I thought this was a board where you just reference occasionally. Thanks. I am really happy with it. I jumped the gun, Ba dump ba, initially several years back with my first one cus I needed to suit up in time for an event but on this one I took my time and made it right and made it as good as I could. I had had many ask me to do it right so I had them in mind this time and not just me and my immediate needs like before. I can not ship out of the US through Ebay though.

Paul

Prof. Ed · Post by **Prof. Ed** » Mon Jan 23, 2006 7:53 am

Very nice. Impressive.

I don't see this on Ebay? Indy M said that you could purchase directly. I'm thinking at a better price?

binkmeisterRick · Post by **binkmeisterRick** » Mon Jan 23, 2006 8:16 am

SWEEEEET!!!!!

VP · Post by VP » Mon Jan 23, 2006 8:25 am

artsee1 wrote:I can not ship out of the US through Ebay though.

Can you ship them directly to Europe without eBay?

artsee1 · Post by **artsee1** » Mon Jan 23, 2006 8:29 am

I believe I can ship if not through Ebay to other parts of the world but I honestly do not know anymore what the deal is. Email me at artsee1@earthlink.net.

Paul

agent5 · Post by **agent5** » Mon Jan 23, 2006 11:45 am

Paul,

Just noticed the gun on ebay and I was about to post about it until I saw this post.

You know I had some complaints about the first one, even though it was still the best available, but this one looks to be the best one anyones seen yet by far. I also noticed you sent me a mail about the old one a while back which I never respondsed to, although I have no idea why. I don't want you to think I intentionally dissed you.

In any case, the new one looks amazing. Great idea about the lanyard. The upgrades look and sound fantastic. It looks very real, especially compared to the old version, or any other version out there, hands down. Glad to see these since nobody else seemed concerned about doing them. Looking forward to being able to afford one soon and seeing it up close.

Post by **Michaelson** » Mon Jan 23, 2006 12:35 pm

EXCELLENT selection. Now, if you could only duplicate the archeologist's tool kit Rick stole from the Mummy, you'll be perfect!!

Regards! Michaelson

Dr._J · Post by **Dr._J** » Mon Jan 23, 2006 1:25 pm

Best replica HANDS DOWN! Good for you for having the foresight to make them and the persistance in seeing it through! Can't wait to gather the funds to buy one!

Best Regards, Dr. J

J_Weaver · Post by **J_Weaver** » Mon Jan 23, 2006 1:58 pm

WOW! That looks amazing!

artsee1 · Post by **artsee1** » Mon Jan 23, 2006 3:23 pm

No problem agent five. Like I said the first one was rushed and just good enough to get me by at the time for an event. I never claimed it was the all and end all. This one is a whole other animal and I am very happy with it after learning from the first experience and correcting and adding and improving.

Paul

J_Weaver · Post by **J_Weaver** » Mon Jan 23, 2006 5:06 pm

That double holster rig from the Mummy is SWEET! I can see me now, S&W HE on one side and S&W 686 on the other.

Erri · Post by **Erri** » Mon Jan 23, 2006 5:33 pm

It looks really great but i'm still waiting for the blank fire version

Dr._J · Post by **Dr._J** » Mon Jan 23, 2006 5:47 pm

Artsee1,

What's the availabilty of these replicas? Are they made to order or do you have some available now? Thanks.

Dr. J

Prof. Ed · Post by **Prof. Ed** » Mon Jan 23, 2006 5:48 pm

Will the TSA allow a replica in checked in baggage?

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artsee1 · Post by **artsee1** » Mon Jan 23, 2006 7:32 pm

I made a few. i can make a few more.

Paul

Indiana Jerry · Post by **Indiana Jerry** » Mon Jan 23, 2006 7:50 pm

Wow, Paul...just...WOW.

That looks great! I keep NOT buying one, so I've dug around quite a bit on the replicas that get offered - this one looks real to me!

I went through your site exhaustively before when you posted about those pistols, and the parade you and your friends dress as the Mummy cast for...great stuff. Is the weapons roll new, or just a new picture?

Amazing stuff. Your work on the double-holster is VERY impressive.

Thanks for the update!

artsee1 · Post by **artsee1** » Mon Jan 23, 2006 8:19 pm

Thanks. Between Indy and the Mummy I do not know what my favorite is but I like the Mummy because no one does it currently except me that I know of. The weapons pack was just for fun and the only one I did for me. I actually have added another row of shot gun shell holders to it so I should take another picture. You know- funny thing. A bunch of those items are not near as heavy in prop form as they should be and I can barely carry` the pack.. In reality it would be way to heavy to carry as casually as he does in the movie.

Paul

Texas Raider · Post by **Texas Raider** » Tue Jan 24, 2006 2:52 am

Paul, what is the weight of this replica? Can it be made as heavy(or close) to a real gun? It helps to have the counter-weight on the other side of the whip.

have a great day!

artsee1 · Post by **artsee1** » Tue Jan 24, 2006 11:01 am

The real gun is more than two pounds and the prop is less then one pound.

I can do some custom work for you possibly and bring it up a bit but if you carry gear in your bag like I do you are always gonna be heavy on the left side anyway.

Paul

Strider · Post by **Strider** » Tue Jan 24, 2006 11:12 pm

The only thing I am concerned about is whether or not this replica can be shipped to California.

Havana · Post by **Havana** » Wed Jan 25, 2006 10:00 am

Really great work. Simply the best I have seen. I love the Mummy stuff too. Fortunately, I live where we can have and carry the real thing but I can't help but think what a great wall display these replicas would make.

Dr._J · Post by **Dr._J** » Wed Jan 25, 2006 1:34 pm

The only thing I am concerned about is whether or not this replica can be shipped to California.

Yeah, what's the scoop?

artsee1 · Post by **artsee1** » Wed Jan 25, 2006 5:52 pm

To tell you the truth I did not know there was a law and still do not. I know ignorance is not bliss but it is a piece of plastic. If Ebay allows it I do not see why I can not ship there either.

Paul

Pitfall Harry · Post by **Pitfall Harry** » Thu Jan 26, 2006 2:45 am

So are you offering the Indy Gun all the time or is it just a limited thing?

That's a great looking replica and it's also a great price.

Pitfall

Texas Raider · Post by **Texas Raider** » Thu Jan 26, 2006 3:52 am

artsee1 wrote:
I can do some custom work for you possibly and bring it up a bit but if you carry gear in your bag like I do you are always gonna be heavy on the left side anyway.

Paul

Actually, it's not the bag I'm countering, it's the whip. I carry a real gun hiking, so it helps. But when I carry an empty holster for costume, it *****! The whip is too heavy on one side. Just my personal preference. If you could make a heavier one, that would be awesome! How heavy could you go and how would you do it?

Have a great day!

Texas Raider · Post by **Texas Raider** » Sat Jan 28, 2006 5:25 am

Anyone,,,,anyone,,,,Bueller?

Dr._J · Post by **Dr._J** » Wed Feb 01, 2006 7:36 pm

My replica Smith & Wesson from Artsee1 showed up in the mail today! It's AWESOME! It looks just like the photographs posted above! The attention to detail is amazing; It is an perfect casting of a Brazillian Contract Smith & Wesson. The bullets and grip screws are painted brass. The grips have a muddy wash over them (making them look like wood). They aren't flat brown like some replicas. The finish has a lot of silver in it which makes it look like it's seen plenty of action! It's cut out in front of the cylinder (unlike Western Stage Props offering which is solid resin) which makes it even more realistic! In all, it's a great prop and I'm glad to finally have something to display in or out of my Raiders holster. My real 1917 usually stays in a gun-rug in the safe!

binkmeisterRick · Post by **binkmeisterRick** » Thu Feb 02, 2006 8:09 am

Dr._J, would you post some pics of your real S&W next to this replica? It'd be great to see if folks can tell the difference!

agent5 · Post by **agent5** » Thu Feb 02, 2006 12:12 pm

It's cut out in front of the cylinder (unlike Western Stage Props offering which is solid resin) which makes it even more realistic!

That's what made the version he's replacing this with the best one out there. It had an air of authenticity where not one of the others did.

Dr._J · Post by **Dr._J** » Thu Feb 02, 2006 12:17 pm

Dr._J, would you post some pics of your real S&W next to this replica? It'd be great to see if folks can tell the difference!

I'll try to take some pics this weekend.

prettybigguy · Post by **prettybigguy** » Thu Feb 02, 2006 12:43 pm

Dr._J wrote:
Dr._J, would you post some pics of your real S&W next to this replica? It'd be great to see if folks can tell the difference!
I'll try to take some pics this weekend.

Do, or do not. There is no try!

PBG

Dr._J · Post by **Dr._J** » Thu Feb 02, 2006 12:47 pm

Do, or do not. There is no try!

What a coincidence...Yoda went into hiding and so did PrettyBigGuy.

(Although Yoda's two feet tall and PBG could use him as a 25 lb. arm weight.)

prettybigguy · Post by **prettybigguy** » Thu Feb 02, 2006 1:21 pm

Dr._J wrote:
What a coincidence...Yoda went into hiding and so did PrettyBigGuy.

(Although Yoda's two feet tall and PBG could use him as a 25 lb. arm weight.)

Yes well, I'll admit that I'm more of a lurker these days. I do pop in in almost every day, but I don't post as often as I used to. You know how it is, the more time you spend at COW, the more money you want to spend!
I look forward to seeing your comparison pics, even though one of them is a Bapty and the other a Stembridge.
PBG

Dr._J · Post by **Dr._J** » Mon Feb 06, 2006 4:40 pm

Alright, here are the pics of the prop gun vs. my real Smith. Obviously one is the Bapty and the other, a Stembridge, but you can still compare and contrast.

Regards, Dr. J

binkmeisterRick · Post by **binkmeisterRick** » Mon Feb 06, 2006 4:55 pm

GREAT GOOGLY MOOGLY!!!! That repro holds up very well against the real thing! Well done, indeed! The repro looks like it's seen a ton of action. I like it. Thanks for posting the comparrison shots, Dr._J!

Capt_Zak · Post by **Capt_Zak** » Mon Feb 06, 2006 10:36 pm

Holy @#$% that is nice! I want one. How do I get one?

Dr._J · Post by **Dr._J** » Tue Feb 07, 2006 12:52 pm

E-mail Paul at artsee1@earthlink.net

That's how!

IndyTaz · Post by **IndyTaz** » Sun Feb 12, 2006 2:08 am

IndyTaz · Post by **IndyTaz** » Sun Feb 12, 2006 2:09 am

That pistol looks so good Dr.J I had to contact Artsee and request my own:) Although, I have asked him to bring the weight up to a more realistic level:) He's a very accomodating guy. Great to deal with:) For the price I don't see how it can be beaten:) It's going to look great in my Deluxe TODD holster:) He he

Dr.J...any chance of some rear shots + top and bottom? I'd love to see the back of the rounds:)

Regards
TAZ

artsee1 · Post by **artsee1** » Sun Feb 12, 2006 10:08 pm

Thaks. I will get that out to you shortly.

I do not have any more pics right now. It does not go too deep it is just a suggestion they are there.

Paul

Dutch_jones · Post by **Dutch_jones** » Mon Feb 13, 2006 10:48 am

Really nice , Wish i could order one , but i Live in the netherlands and im afraid i would have to pay alot for it because of very strict rules ,

sometimes i hate the fact i live here

Dirk

Arlington Beech · Post by **Arlington Beech** » Sun Feb 19, 2006 2:22 pm

Anyone have an idea on if there have been/would be any trouble shipping this replica across the border into Canada?

Arlington Beech · Post by **Arlington Beech** » Tue Feb 21, 2006 11:13 am

no news on that front then i take it?

-edit- edited after realizing my first post was only 3 days ago, it just looks so amazing!!

but i will heed the advice of others and wait patiently for a response.

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