Weapons
"No! This is barbaric! This is no way for grown men to settle... oh, fine! Let's just haul out our swords and start banging away at each other! That will solve everything! I've had it! I've had it with wobbly-legged, rum-soaked pirates!" ~ Elizabeth Swann
Sparrow's weapons are genuine 18th century pieces: his sword dates to the 1740s, while his pistol is from the 1760s. Both were made in London. Johnny Depp used two of each weapon on set, the real prop and one that was a stunt replica made of rubber.
Here is a guide to distressing replica weapons
FLINTLOCK
This is another one of those costume pieces that is not crucial. Jack doesn't always carry the gun and for the most part it's just balancing in your sash. It would also probebly need to be removed every time you needed to sit down, so think about where you will be and what you will be doing. The movie used flintlock pistol had its own notability; the handle was decorated with a silver butt end and could just as easily be "used as a club." Jack’s pistol prop was made by a 1760's gunsmith named Perry from Birmingham Keneticuit.
+ Fabricating a Flintlock
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Most costumers purchase the toy flintlock pistol created by Zizzle toys. (search "Dead Man's Chest" and "Electronic Pirate Pistol") Although plastic, it resembles the movie prop close enough that with enough paint and patience, can be a rather convincing and affordable alternative. (backside ref)
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A common way to begin is to purchase a toy flintlock sold by costume and Halloween shops.
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Zizzle Flintlock repaint tutorial use this tutorial to modify your toy.
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Real Flintlock Kits can be found at Blackley and Son
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Firelock Pistols sells the "Perry London" pirate pistol side plate
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Peter Dyson and Firelock Pistols sells the butt cap for the bottom of the handle
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Track of the Wolf sells Flintlock conversion locks
+ Flintlock Dressing Tips
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The gun is tucked into the sash behind the sun belt up to the trigger guard, with the butt of the gun pointing to your right.
+ Commandeering an authentic Flintlock
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Muzzle Loader will build you a flintlock called a "Sparrow" if you contact them to commission one.
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Millerlongriffles can custom build you an actual "firing" flintlock using all original materials. Pistols start at $1,500 - email him for details.
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Pirate Trading will sell you a real firing flintlock "Perry London" replica.
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Firelock Pistols has a beautiful piece that is super close to Jack's
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If you can find a Master Replica flintlock these often make a good costume accessory, but MR has since gone out of business. You can check ebay periodically. (ref pic)
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Arms to Armor sells a Queen Anne's flintlock that would need very little modification to make a perfect replica
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Middlesex village sells a Ketland Trade pistol that is very close
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Flintlocks.com
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Replica Weaponry has several to chose from in a mid range price
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Military Heritage
+ Commandeering a toy Flintlock
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Pirate Fashions has a Perry London and a Queen Anne for sale
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China E Window has what looks like the zizzle toy
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Buy Pirate Costumes
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Amazon sometimes has the zizzle toy that can be painted and converted
SWORD / SABER
Jack's saber, a hanger [or cutlass], was acquired at a shop called "Blunderbuss Antiques" and is dated from the 1740's. Worth noting; the blade was somewhat longer than the blades of other pirates, to keep a “sharp distance” from his enemies and the leather scabbard of this sword was slightly bent at the bottom end. (ref photo)
+ Fabricating a Sword
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Pointless unless you're a blacksmith...
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A plastic Disney sword [made by Disguise] can also be painted and modified to look like Jack's prop. Since most metal weapons are not allowed in places where there are children - this is always a safe alternative. You can modify one with very little effort using our Sword Tutorial.
+ Fabricating a scabbard/sheath
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Peter Johnson's guide to making a scabbard
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Ragweed Forge's guide to making a sheath
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Here's where to get a "button stud"
+ Commandeering a Sword
Tang - when you purchase a metal sword you may notice some are over $200 and some are around $100 for the same "appearing" sword. This may be because of what sword makers call "full tang." Full tang is when the metal of the blade runs all of the way into the hilt. This makes it a real sword that could withstand impact. A cheaper metal sword that is not full tang only descends into the hilt a tiny fraction and is only meant for costume or display purposes.
If you'd like to read more about sword quality and materials, you should read this article on Real Armor of God .
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Here is a side by side view of the various available swords
+ Metal Swords
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Indy Magnoli has a limited run right now of swords and scabbards
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Sword & Stone inquire about the 'Sparrow Cutlass' (or Spack Jarrow)
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Arms of Valor sells the Pirate Captain Sword
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By The Sword Inc.sells the Pirate Captain Sword
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Bud K sells the pirate cutlass
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Museum Replicas sells the Pirate Captain Sword
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NECA online sells a framed resin replica, very fragile for costume wear.
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Pirate Trading Company has the Revolutionary War Hanger and the Pirate Captain Sword
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Imagine Gate once had framed Master Replicas (ebay is your best bet now)
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Kult of Athena has the War Hanger for a little less. (and the PCS)
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Kult of Athena also has a black Pirate Captain Sword (with come closeup pics of the handle)
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Swords and More sells the Revolutionary War Hanger
+ Plastic Swords
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Buy Pirate Costumes is a good place to get the plastic Disguise toy most commonly worn.
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Halloween Deluxe and Costumer's Network also have the Disguise sword.
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Amazon also has the Disguise sword.
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Amazon actually has some various swords, but not the same quality what is listed above.
+ Commandeering a Scabbard
Most swords sold do not come with scabbards. Here are a few dealers who make Jack Sparrow scabbard:
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