I like the gas fired pistol idea, it definitely gives the average film maker the edge. If you want a cheap consultant, ask the ROTC kids at the local college. In my experience they are happy to work for beer and pizza... and have the real McCoy on hand. Your rifles work, but a few real deal M14's would make for a serious feather in your cap. Regardless, bravo and thanks for the awesome YouTube channel!
Your tips to add realism to a film are extremely helpful. And the concept of firearm and trigger discipline is real important to add realism especially when someone well trained and proficient in firearms is depicted in the film.
Great Vids man, i appreciate the time you have taken to show all of your DIY ideas and helpful recording tips. With the weight of the grenade, even a dud you will want to lob it. You wouldn't want to throw like a baseball. Ive had people tell me from real war experience that you can tear a rotator cuff. Just something to add! Keep up the awesome work. I have successfully made some of your DIY camera gear! Thanks again!
i can't find a new gun for 5 bucks to save a young pandas life! i have been able to make a small collection of guns getting lucky finding broken air-soft, i only paid for one of my guns, 20 bucks for a gun that costs in store 130$, its missing the clip so I'll probably have to shell out anther 20$ to make it function , you sitting there waving around a 50 dollar gbb, makes my deal not seem as great ... your gbb is plastic though wasn't it?
just to let you know, pricing in canada is way different due to import regulations (citizens cant import them, they get confiscated) that little $5 gun you got, 30+ here. that $50 g36, 80+ but probably more. it sucks
There's also an electronic blowback type of Airsoft guns (which runs on batteries and when you pull the trigger, it actually electronically simulates the blowback). The drawback on the electronic blowback is that there is a slight delay in between pulling the trigger and the blowback itself (I have a FN-57 electronic replica I picked up that I plan on modifying to turn into the "Battlestar Galactica" service gun seen typically on the show. And mine does this).
@codebreaker2001 FYI - The pricing on them is somewhere between the $5 for the spring and $50 for the gas. I paid $30 for the FN-57 electronic blowback airsoft I got (and I only bought it because there is no spring or gas version available).
my job is to bring replicas into movies.. so yep, it works! :D the main tip i can give is to replicate a real setup (like the light under the g36 @ 5:05 is totally fake) and to make a big post production edit, expecially if you want to show the cycle of the gun.. i hope this may help.. keep going, because this channel is awesome! :D cheers!
I see you have the FF Christmas Tree too! I like it! Way to save cash & space. Your gal at 5:50 and 6:00 violates the finger on trigger rule. Maybe it should be "No Woman's Land" - just joking. If any of your viewers is filming a serious movie (not a just for fun) that they have someone who is actually trained with firearms be on-site during filming to review this stuff. Errors in safe handling (finger, muzzling your buddies) really bother me. Love your show though - Nice tips!
@pilanceboil Well that's embarrassing! You'd think I'd pick clips that would better illustrate my point! You're absolutely right, though, a consultant is always the way to go--if you can afford one. If not, it's just another hat to wear. Apparently, mine fell off.
@pilanceboil I did my wepons handling test 3 years ago and boy do they get mad at you for the little things :P but it all helps knowing what to do when you do your film making
@TakingHippo Yep. I'm surrounded by pros, and it is contagious. One of my friends has been known to deck people who muzzle him. He does this without warning, he says if the firearm had discharged and hit him he would have had no warning, so POW! I don't take it that far, but I don't choose to hang around people who don't have respect for a weapon or don't handle it properly. Added benefit is that I can make more realistic films. Woo hoo!
nice!
TheGoodBadBringers 1 month ago
where'd you buy the G36 ?
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thefrugalfilmmaker 1 month ago
do you know where i can get cheap airsofts for filming in Canada/shipped to Canada?
most websites are really cheap but only sell to the US, or they are super expensive to ship here
TheRichardlin23 1 month ago
I like the gas fired pistol idea, it definitely gives the average film maker the edge. If you want a cheap consultant, ask the ROTC kids at the local college. In my experience they are happy to work for beer and pizza... and have the real McCoy on hand. Your rifles work, but a few real deal M14's would make for a serious feather in your cap. Regardless, bravo and thanks for the awesome YouTube channel!
poultry411 2 months ago
Great videos, and blog, overall. I also LOVE the frugal Christmas tree! :)
green11420 2 months ago
I have a g36c but with side rails
RamdomFilms 2 months ago
Your tips to add realism to a film are extremely helpful. And the concept of firearm and trigger discipline is real important to add realism especially when someone well trained and proficient in firearms is depicted in the film.
gopher101media 2 months ago
I love. This show is very well done. Simple and imformative.
zielyk 2 months ago
Great stuff. i've been looking to pick up a G36 airsoft gun. Did you have any links to buy that one from amazon?
badlydubbedkungfu 2 months ago
How about an RC car camera rig? :)
Chowmix12 2 months ago 15
Thanks for the advice. I love all your videos and tips, they are very appreciated.
MrReltec 2 months ago
Your hair... it's so much more. It makes you look younger.
Thanks for the vid. I've been wondering what a spring pistol looks like when used and you solved that.
ANigerianPrince 2 months ago
Great Vids man, i appreciate the time you have taken to show all of your DIY ideas and helpful recording tips. With the weight of the grenade, even a dud you will want to lob it. You wouldn't want to throw like a baseball. Ive had people tell me from real war experience that you can tear a rotator cuff. Just something to add! Keep up the awesome work. I have successfully made some of your DIY camera gear! Thanks again!
ketchupthegreat 2 months ago
i can't find a new gun for 5 bucks to save a young pandas life! i have been able to make a small collection of guns getting lucky finding broken air-soft, i only paid for one of my guns, 20 bucks for a gun that costs in store 130$, its missing the clip so I'll probably have to shell out anther 20$ to make it function , you sitting there waving around a 50 dollar gbb, makes my deal not seem as great ... your gbb is plastic though wasn't it?
BAKAANIZI 2 months ago
More hair gives you ten years less in age
TirehtooriOfficial 2 months ago
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TirehtooriOfficial 2 months ago
just to let you know, pricing in canada is way different due to import regulations (citizens cant import them, they get confiscated) that little $5 gun you got, 30+ here. that $50 g36, 80+ but probably more. it sucks
BrokenBoxProduction 2 months ago
There's also an electronic blowback type of Airsoft guns (which runs on batteries and when you pull the trigger, it actually electronically simulates the blowback). The drawback on the electronic blowback is that there is a slight delay in between pulling the trigger and the blowback itself (I have a FN-57 electronic replica I picked up that I plan on modifying to turn into the "Battlestar Galactica" service gun seen typically on the show. And mine does this).
codebreaker2001 2 months ago
@codebreaker2001 FYI - The pricing on them is somewhere between the $5 for the spring and $50 for the gas. I paid $30 for the FN-57 electronic blowback airsoft I got (and I only bought it because there is no spring or gas version available).
codebreaker2001 2 months ago
Did you have fun playing Jim's Dad in the American Pie movies?
CARDIACMEDIA 2 months ago
my job is to bring replicas into movies.. so yep, it works! :D the main tip i can give is to replicate a real setup (like the light under the g36 @ 5:05 is totally fake) and to make a big post production edit, expecially if you want to show the cycle of the gun.. i hope this may help.. keep going, because this channel is awesome! :D cheers!
lordhypnos 2 months ago
Thanks! Great tips! We'll be sure to use em'
Check out our channel for some cool action and comedy short films! :D
MGNFilms 2 months ago
I see you have the FF Christmas Tree too! I like it! Way to save cash & space. Your gal at 5:50 and 6:00 violates the finger on trigger rule. Maybe it should be "No Woman's Land" - just joking. If any of your viewers is filming a serious movie (not a just for fun) that they have someone who is actually trained with firearms be on-site during filming to review this stuff. Errors in safe handling (finger, muzzling your buddies) really bother me. Love your show though - Nice tips!
pilanceboil 2 months ago
@pilanceboil Well that's embarrassing! You'd think I'd pick clips that would better illustrate my point! You're absolutely right, though, a consultant is always the way to go--if you can afford one. If not, it's just another hat to wear. Apparently, mine fell off.
thefrugalfilmmaker 2 months ago
@thefrugalfilmmaker You're right - SHE should be embarrassed - we know you chose those clips just to test us ;)
pilanceboil 2 months ago
@pilanceboil I did my wepons handling test 3 years ago and boy do they get mad at you for the little things :P but it all helps knowing what to do when you do your film making
TakingHippo 2 months ago
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pilanceboil 2 months ago
@TakingHippo Yep. I'm surrounded by pros, and it is contagious. One of my friends has been known to deck people who muzzle him. He does this without warning, he says if the firearm had discharged and hit him he would have had no warning, so POW! I don't take it that far, but I don't choose to hang around people who don't have respect for a weapon or don't handle it properly. Added benefit is that I can make more realistic films. Woo hoo!
pilanceboil 2 months ago
nice man
oldfred1000 2 months ago
"If you get hit in the head, that would hurt." LOL! I bet it would..
MeccaVideoPro 2 months ago
First! This show is awesome!
Chowmix12 2 months ago 6