Jurassic Park Movie Gun - Franchi SPAS 12

et ready to explore one of the most iconic firearms in cinematic history—the Franchi SPAS-12! Featured in Jurassic Park as the so-called "T-Rex gun," this distinctive shotgun cemented its legendary status without even firing a shot on-screen. But that's just the beginning of the story.

In this episode of Hollywood Guns, we’re diving deep into the SPAS-12’s fascinating history, innovative design, and unforgettable appearances in blockbuster movies and TV shows. From its creation in 1979 by Franchi to its use by elite military units worldwide, this shotgun became a global icon both on and off the screen.

🔹 History & Design: Discover the dual-action functionality that made the SPAS-12 a unique blend of semi-automatic and pump-action genius.
🔹 Jurassic Park Breakdown: How the SPAS-12 was used, why it fell short in its portrayal, and the little-known inaccuracies that only gun and movie enthusiasts would catch.
🔹 Hollywood Legacy: From The Terminator and Miami Vice to Snatch and Beverly Hills Cop II, we’ll relive the moments that made this shotgun a true star.

And that’s not all! We’ll compare the on-screen prop used in Jurassic Park with a real-world SPAS-12, straight from the Bear Arms Reference Collection in Scottsdale, Arizona. If you’re in the area, visit them and let them know Hollywood Guns sent you!

📽️ Why Watch This Video?
If you're a fan of legendary firearms, behind-the-scenes Hollywood trivia, or the technical accuracy of movie weaponry, this episode has it all. I’ll even share a theory on why we might see a resurgence of this vintage shotgun in the future.

🎥 Fun Challenge: Think you can guess the SPAS-12’s first-ever movie appearance? Pause the video now and drop your guess in the comments before we reveal the answer!

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From its groundbreaking design to its unforgettable Hollywood legacy, the SPAS-12 is a shotgun like no other. Watch now to uncover the full story of the gun that became a legend.

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