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Steven Spielberg’s Jaws (1975) terrified audiences 50 years ago, and its gripping action still holds up today. Chief Martin Brody (Roy Scheider) and Quint (Robert Shaw) wielded some of the most memorable firearms in cinema history—let’s break them down.
The M1 Garand: Quint and Brody’s Shark-Fighting Rifle
Quint kept an M1 Garand aboard the Orca, and when the shark attacked at night, he fired it in desperation. Later, in the film’s explosive climax, Brody grabbed the same rifle and landed the killing shot into the shark’s compressed air tank.
Coast Guardsmen also carried M1 Garands, most notably when they surrounded two boys pranking swimmers with a fake shark fin.
Where Are the Jaws M1 Garands Now?
Stembridge Gun Rentals, a top Hollywood firearms provider, supplied at least two M1 Garands for the film—one for Scheider and one for Shaw. After Stembridge closed, Cinema Weaponry acquired these rifles.
In 2018, Heritage Auctions sold one of the original Jaws M1s to a collector. The other remains with Cinema Weaponry, which loaned it to the NRA National Firearms Museum in Fairfax, VA, where fans can see it today.
Chief Brody’s Sidearm: The Smith & Wesson Model 15
Brody’s duty revolver, a Smith & Wesson Model 15, played a key role in the shark hunt. When the great white circled the Orca, Brody fired multiple shots at it—though the bullets did little against the beast.
Want to Shoot Classic Firearms Like Brody?
If Jaws inspires you to try historic firearms yourself, visit Keystone Shooting Center to experience classic rifles and revolvers firsthand.
Why These Guns Matter in Film History
Fifty years later, Jaws remains a masterpiece, and Brody’s weapons are now legendary. The M1 Garand and S&W Model 15 weren’t just props—they helped create one of cinema’s most thrilling final battles.
Want to see the real rifle? Check out the NRA Museum’s display, or if you’re feeling adventurous, book a range day at Keystone Shooting Center to fire classic guns yourself.
