Videos tagged with ISS

This YouTube video delves into the iconic M60 machine gun used in the hit TV series "Breaking Bad." The description highlights the dramatic use of the weapon in the show's finale, linking it to Walter White's character arc. The video features motion picture armorer Larry Zanoff discussing the M60 from the Independent Studio Services (ISS) vault, providing insights into this significant prop. The video also includes a link to the song "Baby Blue" by Badfinger, which plays during the closing montage.

This video from "The Vault" features motion picture armorer Larry Zanoff discussing the Gatling gun at Independent Studio Services (ISS). Zanoff explains the Gatling gun's historical significance as a "force multiplier" in the post-Civil War era, contrasting it with single-shot rifles. He draws a parallel to the modern M134 Minigun and touches on the challenges of integrating such rapid-fire technology into contemporary military tactics. The discussion also covers the practical aspects of servicing, maintaining, and operating Gatling guns on movie sets. The video highlights the Gatling guns' appearances in films like "3:10 to Yuma," "Jonah Hex," "The Book of Eli," and "The Last Samurai."

This video from Vickers Tactical explores various firearms used as movie props, showcasing their customization and historical context. Experts like Larry Vickers and Ken Hackathorn discuss specific movie builds, including AR-15s from 'Triple Frontier', a Kel-Tec KSG from 'Peppermint', and custom Glocks for 'Bad Boys'. The entry highlights the craftsmanship involved in creating authentic-looking firearms for film and television.

Larry Zanoff, a motion-picture armorer with 46 years of experience, discusses his role in providing firearms for film and television. He highlights the re-engineering of guns for blank firing, the variety of props used from futuristic weapons to historical pieces like the Lincoln derringer, and even rubber guns. Zanoff also touches on his background in law enforcement, private security, and the IDF, emphasizing how this experience is applied positively in the entertainment industry. He mentions ISS's involvement in producing a show called 'Hollywood Weapons' to spotlight the armorer's role.

This YouTube video features Larry Zanoff of ISS & Hollywood Weapons at Shot Show 2019, focusing on firearms used in film and television. The content aims to bridge the gap between on-screen depictions of firearms and their real-world counterparts, addressing common misconceptions and providing insights into the practical aspects of these movie prop weapons. It's designed for enthusiasts interested in the intersection of firearms and the entertainment industry.