However, he was always interested in guns and shooting, and when w w greener was put up for sale in 1985, with. Production of greener weapons started in 1829, when w. It also has the hard to find greener light harpoon gun used by quint to shoot barrels into the shark. Cornell publications ww greener c1950 harpoon gun catalog. Unlike the horribly underpowered junk jet or the minigun using obscene amounts of costly ammo. W w greener was a member of the secondgeneration family which had been involved with gunmaking from 1829 to the present day. Especially when you can mod it to fletchette harpoons and use it at short ranges for galactic levels of damage with the instigating harpoon gun you can buy in far harbor. Greener light harpoon gun overview and unboxing youtube. Like all base items crafted by huntsmen, they include a single simple variation, and the power, value, and rarity all vary based on the recipe used. To help you determine the year made, find your serial number and then select a link from those below to sites that offer serial dates. The greener martini light harpoon gun also makes appearances in the. The cc brand harpoon gun, was one of the first and most popular shoulder guns used in the whaling industry for many years. Greener harpoon gun yes, the one from jaws june 16, 2017 ian mccollum single shot rifles, video 20 imported into the us through the appropriatelynamed navy arms company, this is a greener martini action built into a light.
The gun was made with 3 different standard gun bores, 78. Cornell publications llc links to ww greener catalog reprints. In addition to those pictures, were going to need a lot more information like any and all markings and where they are located, the gauge and any other information you can give. Jaws quints rifle and harpoon gun replica prop weapon. Greener instruction manual this set is also accompanied with a couple of the highpowered blanks used to fire the harpoons off of the barrel of the gun. So, like all spear guns and arms designed to work in water, the range and accuracy are limited, but still practical. With original case, 5 harpoons, 8 lines, 90 mk 2 harpoon gun cartridges, bore rod with cleaning attachments and 2 detachable line holders. A greener harpoon gun is used by quint in the 1975 movie jaws. It would be mounted on the bow of a whale catcher, where it could be easily aimed with a wide field of view at the target. Oct 21, 2009 yes, that really is a genuine deckmounted harpoon gun offered for sale on.
These cartridges became so scarce that navy arms in the usa had these cartridges reproduced a few decades ago. Gunmakers of birmingham england, the greener light harpoon gun is designed for fishing and line launching. A special barrel effectively a hollow tube that acted as a spigot, and stock were fitted to accommodate the harpoon and to lower weight. This is the story of how mossad led this movement and substantially effected investigations of terrorism and similarly important matters and how this influenced. Apr 03, 2017 opening up the vault and taking a look at one of the most unique guns i own. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. He was also instrumental in improving the hardness and quality of barrels, by using more steel in their manufacture. A harpoon cannon is a whaling implement developed in the late 19th century and most used in the 20th century. Gunmakers of birmingham, england, the greener light harpoon gun is designed for large game fishing, like shark.
The side levers i am familiar with have the lever on the left side so it is easy to open with the right thumb. In 1881 w w greener wrote the gun and its development which went on to nine. It revolutionized the whaling industry at a time when whale ships were sailing farther and longer in search of their targets. There is a wealth of information about the various types and models of greener guns with numerous illustrations allowing readers to identify most shotguns, rifles and other products made throughout the p. The harpoon gun was of a takedown design, and packed away into a specially made wooden case that contained the rifle, blank ammunition, harpoons, rope, detachable line holder and cleaning kit. Interesting 19th century new england blacksmith forged whaling spade. It was made by greener in england, than navy arms in the us. It functions by sliding a hollow harpoon over the barrel which is propelled by firing a specially made. Materials needed for tranq arrows to ko a 150 mosa. Excellent and useable addition, complete with live special order cartridges. Greener martinistyle action rifle was intended to help fish for large pelagics such as swordfish or tuna, but examples. The rifle design is based on that of the sporting rifles that w. The greener harpoon gun uses a martini action and they made a lot of 12 ga shotguns with the same action. So far it is well worth the money and i havent read 18th of the book yet.
Greener is a sporting shotgun and rifle manufacturer from england. I trying to purchase some correct cartledges or get the specifications in order to reload myself. Greener light harpoon gun internet movie firearms database. Greener was the first to discard vent holes in breeches. Getting ahold of the harpoon gun is blissful redemption. Long, in his book american wildfowling, credits a mr. The greener story standard edition published by quiller press in 2000 this book provides a history of the greener gunmaking family and company from 1829 to the present day. Imported into the us through the appropriatelynamed navy arms company, this is a greener martini action built into a light harpoon gun by. He used a greener whaling harpoon gun in the movie. Ria live bidding comes with a 1% service fee in addition to our buyers premium. With fletchettes, you will never run out of ammo now, as. British books on shooting and shoots breechloading shotguns 1860 1940 set of all 3 volumes vorisek. Greener harpoon gun yes, the one from jaws forgotten.
Shooting the greener mk ii light harpoon gun from the. Has working latches has working catches list of parts. Harpoon book inside the covert war against terrorisma. Here is a video of a guy showing off his greener whaling harpoon gun. Esme also whips one out in the seventh book, failing to pop the balloons of hectors flying house but succeeding at destroying duncan and isadoras notebooks full of secrets. How much is a greener harpoon gun selling for in excellent condition. Vintage 1850s cc brand whaling harpoon gun using the cc brand bomb lance. A rare find in mostly original condition with very clean bores and tight mechanicals. Found 3 mk 4s 1 mk 2, 1 mk2 carbine possible afghan fake, 1 afghan crest. Opening up the vault and taking a look at one of the most unique guns i own. Today the company still makes the finest sporting shotguns and rifles in its midlands workshops. Knowing the year your vintage firearm was made makes it easier to decide which gun catalog we sell will give you the best information about the company, models made and more. Greener boxlock non ejector game gun with side safety, 28 inch sleeved barrels a very.
The entire gun has a hard chrome lining for corrosion resistance. Ww greener harpoon collectible firearms for serious gun. Greener light harpoon rifle with accessories for sale. The martinihenry is a leveraction breech loading rifle developed as a quick loading cartridge rifle for use with the british army. How much is a greener harpoon gun selling for in excellent. Greener s light harpoon gun single shot martini type action unknown caliber 20 inch round barrel looks like a smooth bore of about. It uses a unique bullet, a cartridge built using a.
The greener light harpoon gun was stated to be effective at a range of up to thirty yards, at which distance it would group into an eight inch circle. He also improved the harpoon gun and his model was the one adopted. The big guns really gets saved by the harpoon gun for. Green wood harpoon gun is the standard harpoon gun crafted by huntsmen.
Custom made 16 scale greener harpoon gun rifle weapon. Greener has been in business since about 1865 and have made a lot of shotguns. Vintage 1850s huge swivelgreener harpoon gun capable of throwing a 40 lbs harpoon some 100 120 feet. Impossible to answer without a detailed description of all markings, dimensions, power source, papers, history, etc i have sold greener harpoon guns in the past. This is the same model harpoon gun in the movie jaws i, as used by the famous actor robert. Greener manufactured which were in turn based on the martinihenry rifle. Late model harpoon gun made in birmingham, england. Greener instruction manual this set is also accompanied with a couple of the highpowered blanks used to fire the harpoon s off of the barrel of the gun. Double barreled shotguns, high grade shotgun dates of. The weapon saw extensive service in the zulu conflict and remained in use until it was phased out by bolt action leeenfield rifles and maxim machine guns. This is a midgrade gun with 28 steel bp shotgun barrel with 2 12 chamber. Visa, mastercard, discover, check, money order, wire transfer, and cash. This is not the exact one as in the movie, but is representative.
New reprint restored and digitally enhanced from a nice original. Greener light harpoon rifle with accessories for sale online. Greener mark 2 light harpoon gun we use cookies to remember choices you make on functionality and personal features to enhance your experience to our site. Greener harpoon gun, based on the martinihenry action. William wrote three books, the gun in 1834, the science of gunnery in 1842 and. The gun was made with 3 different standard gun bores, 78, 1 18 and 1 14 sizes to accommodate the different bomb lances brand made for the whaling needs. Greener harpoon gun yes, the one from jaws youtube. Can put harpoon into the rifle can tie rope on the harpoon case. The gun and its development and millions of other books are available for amazon. A series of unfortunate events involves a harpoon gun in the twelfth book, even lampshading its status as a chekhovs gun. Completely cased ininally wooden box with all of its accessories.
Custom made 16 scale greener harpoon gun rifle weapon only 1. He also improved the harpoon gun and his model was the one adopted by. Please see thousands of firearms and sporting goods books, manuals and catalogs from 1850s on for sale in our ebay store. Unfollow harpoon gun to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. The greener mk ii light harpoon gun is the same gun that was used in the movie jaws. It is a great talking point in my collection of jaws memorabilia and is one of the most interesting pieces ive ever owned. The motion of the whale boat bouncing over the waves was. Turkish, romanian, and boer republics peabodymartinihenry rifles. It contains an m1 garand used by quint and finally brody as well as brodys uniform patch.
Antique ambrose peters toggle head whaling harpoon. There is a wealth of information about the various types and models of greener guns with numerous illustrations allowing readers to identify most shotguns, rifles and. The blue book of used gun values offers serial numbers for the following makers. Greener harpoon gun yes, the one from jaws forgotten weapons. A swivelmounted harpoon gun improved from a less successful 18th century design, the greener gun was first introduced in 1837 and used for decades beyond as the first truly successful harpoon gun. One full box of scarce kynoch greener harpoon gun cartridges. Matt dillon four greener shotguns at an attractive price, in renegade white. Here is a scene from jaws where quint gets the harpoon gun out.
After serving his apprenticeship with john gardner in newcastle upon tyne he. Powered by black powder and later, smokeless powder, it would generally fire a large steel harpoon, either solid steel cold harpoon or fitted with an. The side lever openers generally predated the top lever openers so your gun is probably an early greener. You will have the option to pay with these payment options. Greener martinistyle action rifle was intended to help fish for large pelagics such as swordfish or tuna, but examples were famously used in a series of films featuring other large.
T he greener was practical and in demand on whaling ships in calm weather, like our west coast. Martinihenry rifle series internet movie firearms database. And yes, if you really wanted it and had the coin to buy it and have it shipped to the states it could be. This is my multi prop jaws display that is currently over the fireplace. Published by quiller press in 2000 this book provides a history of the greener gunmaking family and company from 1829 to the present day. Greeners light harpoon gun single shot martini type action unknown caliber 20 inch round barrel looks like a smooth bore of about. You can find the above pictured gun for sale by tony morris guns in the uk if.