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Starship Troopers - Hero Carbine Morita Rifle

Currency:USD Category:Memorabilia Start Price:4,000.00 USD
Starship Troopers - Hero Carbine Morita Rifle
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(TriStar Pictures, 1997) This hero Carbine Morita Rifle was custom-made by the production for use by various actors including Michael Ironside as "Lt. Rasczak" and Casper Van Dien as "Lt. John Rico". Marked "Hero #1" this Morita carbine rifle and sling were originally equipped with a Ruger AC-556 machine gun and was used extensively throughout the entire film's production. Burnt powder from the blank ammunition still lines the inside of the fiberglass shell. The original mechanisms, barrel assembly and hardware used to connect the machine gun to the prop still remain. A limited number of carbine rifles were produced for the production, specifically for use by the officer's such as Lieutenant Willy and the Fleet Pilots and the green colored carbine designates it for use by the Mobile Infantry. The piece came privately and directly from the armorer for the film who confirmed its use and authenticity. The matching serial numbered shell halves also match up to his private documents for continuity. The rifle measures 32" in length and is presented in a custom plexiglass case for display.