{"product_id":"original-rubber-film-prop-mp5-from-ellis-props-as-used-in-die-hard-2-1990","title":"Original Rubber Film Prop MP5 From Ellis Props as Used in Die Hard 2 (1990)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal Item: Only One Available\u003c\/strong\u003e. This is an original full-scale foam rubber MP5-style non-firing film prop associated with the \u003cstrong\u003e1990 Hollywood action film Die Hard 2\u003c\/strong\u003e, starring \u003cstrong\u003eBruce Willis\u003c\/strong\u003e. Acquired from the \u003cstrong\u003eEllis Props and Graphics \u003c\/strong\u003eliquidation auction held during late 1999 and early 2000, this example retains its original auction identification tag, specifically describing it as a \u003cstrong\u003e“RUBBER MP5 FROM DIE HARD 2.”\u003c\/strong\u003e The tag identifies the prop as part of \u003cstrong\u003eDay 5, Lot 5876\u003c\/strong\u003e, providing an important connection to both the film production and the former Hollywood prop house. The replica measures approximately \u003cstrong\u003e19 ¾ x 8 x 2 inches\u003c\/strong\u003e and features simulated firearm markings, including \u003cstrong\u003eHK 94 \u003c\/strong\u003eon the top. The prop exhibits considerable damage, with several pieces appearing to have been glued back into position and a wire wrapped around the body. Despite these condition issues, it remains an interesting surviving example of the non-firing weapons used in Hollywood action filmmaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis example was a foam rubber version, not metal blank firing, which was used in action sequences where firing was not required. Foam rubber was safe for the actors, set decorations and the expensive \"close up\" gun or blank firing version would not be damaged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is an auction tag still attached to the handguard reading:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eELLIS PROPS AUCTION - DAY 5\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLOT 5876\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQTY 3\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRUBBER MP5 FROM DIE HARD 2\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Mp5 has some heavy damage with pieces likely glued back into place, and a wire wrapped around the body. It measures roughly 19 ¾ x 8 x 2”. The MP5 has replicated markings include HK 94 on the top.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is example was acquired from the Ellis Props liquidation auction. Ellis was the oldest and the largest Prop House in California until its liquidation auctions in late 1999 and early 2000.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003efoam rubber MP5 film prop \u003c\/strong\u003eis an interesting artifact associated with the production of \u003cstrong\u003eDie Hard 2\u003c\/strong\u003e and the extensive Hollywood inventory of \u003cstrong\u003eEllis Props and Graphics.\u003c\/strong\u003e The surviving auction tag, identifying \u003cstrong\u003eDay 5, Lot 5876\u003c\/strong\u003e, provides a specific record connecting the prop to the 1990 film, while the simulated \u003cstrong\u003eHK 94 \u003c\/strong\u003emarkings illustrate the relationship between real firearm designs and the replicas manufactured for motion picture use. Although the prop exhibits heavy damage, apparent glued repairs, and a wire wrapped around its body, these condition issues have not obscured its identity or the surviving auction documentation. Its connection to a major Hollywood action franchise and the liquidation of one of California's best-known prop houses makes it a noteworthy example of late twentieth-century film production equipment.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Original Items","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46350032601157,"sku":"ONSV10369","price":395.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/files\/8b3356d5-cabf-4559-8e4b-932a52f984f8_1024.jpg?v=1794266228","url":"https:\/\/www.ima-usa.com\/products\/original-rubber-film-prop-mp5-from-ellis-props-as-used-in-die-hard-2-1990","provider":"International Military Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}