GRAPPLE GUN - GOLDFINGER & other PROPS

gparamus · February 2011

I don't post often to this site but thought other Bond fans and collectors might be interested in viewing my Goldfinger Grapple gun replica. The Grapple is used briefly in the Goldfinger opening sequence as Bond emerges from a dock and uses it to scale a wall and into the oil tank farm. The original screen used prop was sold at a Christies' auction in 1998. By this time, some 34 years after Goldfinger came out, the Grapple appears to have been reassembled with its major components, the top and bottom tube, in different configurations. Some parts are missing from the Grapple sold at auction. Researching the correct base gun, and reel, I used the Christies single small photo, and blu-ray screen shots to draw-up scale plans from which the parts were eventually machined. I began this research years ago. I also hand made the case to resemble what I thought Q would have presented it to Bond in, less the name plate. My replica is not functional, but the Grapple does pop open when extracted from the barrel. Following are screen shots and prop photos. At the end is a side-by-side of the actual sold at Christies compared to my replica, which is in the screen used configuration. I've also included some other props. If I can't fit them here, I will add a second post. Sincerely, George

toutbrun · February 2011

WOOOOW! -{
Props!

Donald Grant · February 2011

George,

That's absolutely fantastic, all of it! However the Goldfinger grappling gun is just to die for. I heard you were working on it with help from our talented friend overseas. That Gyrojet is also "da bomb" too. You lucky devil. You've got some real talent buddy. Great work!

DG

bondpropfan · February 2011

Oh my god how cool are they....

Currentyl working on my own goldeneye piton, but your collection is ace

Well done
Paul

danjaq_0ff · February 2011

Very very nice George -{

ics · February 2011

George – some very very nice guns – thanks for posting – please do it more often -{

Gadget Meister · February 2011

George, Ed told me it was good but it's not good, it's amazing. Love the rest of the stuff as well. {[]

thespyboys11 · February 2011

Now you guys know WHY George doesn't post a lot...he's too busy building "KILLER" prop replicas!!!!

David Z, Joe Darlington, George and I got together this past Saturday and had a "Fan Boy Show & Tell" with all our "Toys"

While I knew what to expect...it was quite the other thing to see, hold, and in my case, DROOL over his props.

George and I have collaborated on several various prop replica projects some of which you see the results here and my only "problem" with George is that makes me look bad as he turns out some AMAZING pieces!!!!! LOL!!!

Good things we're friends or I'd have to KILL him !!! :-)

Seriously, I know we all look forward to the next round of props from the collection of George!
EXCELLENT work...as always
Ed
TheSpyBoys.com

ics · February 2011

So Ed is that meeting going to end up as a video podcast or is it censured

MANDY1 · February 2011

Very impressive -{

thespyboys11 · February 2011

Unfortunetly, David didn't film it but I'm sure the next toime we get together George will again bring his toys for him to do so so we can share it with everyone.
Ed

The Bond Experience · February 2011

No film, but I did bring my camera!!! Some of us are very fortunate that we live close enough to each other that we can gather from time to time and have play dates. Ed hosted such a gathering at this house just Saturday and what an incredible time it was. Ed, George, and Joe Darlington all shared with me some incredible custom pieces, acquisitions, and information. The day flew by as we shared a lot of laughs and more than a few oo's and ahs! Below are some of the pics taken, and I am sure you will see a few jaw dropping creations. One in particular is George's PERFECT Goldfinger Piton Gun...to hold it is to become a child again. Also, Kleynen's amazing LALD mine, a hide-away PPK, the sniper rifle from LD, and many others!

scaramangasgoldengun · February 2011

Ok George .. what can I say .. But WOW !!!! that is unreal work,
astonishing !!!! FANTASTIC !!! Love all your creations .. what skill !!!
what a craftsman you are!!!

Ok Ed, David, Joe and George.... you guys !!! are very lucky the FBI
were not outside the house in a van marked

F - lowers
B - y
I - rene

I have never seen so many props and guns in one places before,
there was more fire power ( if they worked, which they don't ) in
that room, than in the Gun store raid scene in ''Commando'' By Big Arnie

)

CJ007Goldeneye · February 2011

Wow, just all cool amazing stuff. The faces that make this section in the board what it is...

qbvi · February 2011

George
Your collection is absolutely FANTASTIC. Unbelievable. You have been hiding too long from this forum - show us more when you have time. -{

Regards, Sid
p/s I have a few pics for you to channel your inner Q

PPK 7.65mm · February 2011

Nice props fellow fans!

David, you are a lucky guy to have fellow prop builders living near you.

thespyboys11 · February 2011

Here are a few photos of the replica firearms we “Played” with. It’s a collection of vintage Japanese metal blank-fire, plug-fire, blowback and Airsoft guns.

There are also a few custom pieces such as the “Predator” M-134 Mini-gun, the prototype “Aliens” M41-A Pulse rifle as well as one of the 12 production versions made by SD Studios.

There are quite a number of other Movie prop guns mixed in…how many can you spot?
Ed
TheSpyBoys.com

AGAIN - THESE ARE NOT REAL GUNS !!!!

The Bond Experience · February 2011

I am very lucky to be surrounded by talented friends, there is no doubt.

qbvi · February 2011

OMG, Ed

thespyboys11 wrote:

Here are a few photos of the replica firearms we “Played” with. It’s a collection of vintage Japanese metal blank-fire, plug-fire, blowback and Airsoft guns.

There are also a few custom pieces such as the “Predator” M-134 Mini-gun, the prototype “Aliens” M41-A Pulse rifle as well as one of the 12 production versions made by SD Studios.

There are quite a number of other Movie prop guns mixed in…how many can you spot?
Ed
TheSpyBoys.com

AGAIN - THESE ARE NOT REAL GUNS !!!!

CJ007Goldeneye · February 2011

Gun warlord/arms dealer! lol

thespyboys11 · February 2011

qbvi wrote:

OMG, Ed

Sid....This is only SOME of the ones I have.
I keep the Bond related guns seperate.

Next time we have a get together I'll pull out all my knives, swords and sharp pointy sticks.
Ed

ttdriver · February 2011

I think we have found the new Brad Whitaker!!!

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toutbrun · February 2011

thespyboys11 wrote:

qbvi wrote:

OMG, Ed

Sid....This is only SOME of the ones I have.
I keep the Bond related guns seperate.

Next time we have a get together I'll pull out all my knives, swords and sharp pointy sticks.
Ed

I don't think you would like to live in Canada. God this feels like our entire army...

qbvi · February 2011

Ed

You keep the Bond stuff separate? You mean this is only the "low grade" stuff - the "high-tech" is even better!

I was IMPRESSED BEFORE - now, I am FLOORED. LOL

Arnold, Sylvester, Mel and Bruce...watch out.......Ed's arsenal is TOPS

thespyboys11 wrote:

qbvi wrote:

OMG, Ed

Sid....This is only SOME of the ones I have.
I keep the Bond related guns seperate.

Next time we have a get together I'll pull out all my knives, swords and sharp pointy sticks.
Ed

Donald Grant · February 2011

I'm telling you, there is so much talent here it's amazing. Ed, George, Sid, Christof just to name a few. Friggin wow, I'm Jonesing again!

DG

The Bond Experience · February 2011

Whenever I walk into Ed's house...I get the a sensation of feeling very safe for some strange reason...btw, here is his backyard:

minigeff · February 2011

hi guys, been away from the forum for a few days, i return and wow, check this out.

seriously, the GF grappling hook gun is probably the nicest prop i've seen made for a long time.

in all fairness i didnt even know what it looked like, but a real nice job at it.

-{ MG

thespyboys11 · February 2011

Here's where I keep it all....
Ed

texas007 · February 2011

Now, where is the little ppk

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thespyboys11 wrote:

Here's where I keep it all....
Ed

minigeff · February 2011

texas007 wrote:

Now, where is the little ppk )

in ed's purse of course :v

Kleynen · February 2011

I want to come and play too !!!
That GF grapple gun is perfect!!! {[] Great work!!!
And this is just the beginning...

GRAPPLE GUN - GOLDFINGER & other PROPS

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