John Wick Chapter 4 – The New Standard for Action Movies

The John Wick franchise of action movies is a global sensation with gross box office earnings in excess of $1 billion. By far, Chapter 4 is the biggest earner and is definitely an action-movie-lover’s dream—think non-stop mayhem, including gun fights with thousands of rounds expended, martial arts brawls using a menagerie of handheld weapons, and countless scenes where you have no idea how John Wick will escape with his life.

For firearms enthusiasts, the John Wick Chapter 4 weapons are a particular treat. The Chapter 4 installment elevates gunplay to an entirely new level. And the great thing about the lineup of John Wick 4 guns is that they are real-world, working weapons that are obtainable by those with the funds (and patience) to acquire them.

For shooters wanting to know more about the John Wick firearms—and don’t we all?—keep reading for a full breakdown of those used in John Wick 4, an in-depth look at some of the more well-featured guns, and finally, where can you actually lay your hands on one or ones like them.

Featured John Wick 4 Guns

Pistols

The runaway firearm star of the movie is the JW4 TTI Pit Viper by Taran Tactical Innovations (TTI). A long-time supplier of John Wick firearms for the franchise, the Pit Viper was expressly designed and built for John Wick Chapter 4. Featuring the TTI characteristic cuts on the slide, the Pit Viper also includes “fangs” cut into the frame making it a stabbing weapon which of course, John Wick puts to good use in the film.

After shooting the weapon at TTI, Joe Rogan called the Pit Viper the “smoothest shooting gun of all time”! And it is no wonder considering its specs.

John Wick’s other favorite pistol is the Glock 34 TTI JW3 Combat Master Package. TTI includes many of the same upgrades as are found on the John Wick Pit Viper. And it looks amazing with what has to be the most badass array of slide cuts seen on any firearm. The Glock 34 TTI JW3 Combat Master Package includes all the features you expect from a TTI firearm fit for an assassin.

Well deserving of mention in the pistol category are the pair of Thompson Center Encore dueling pistols. The Thompson Center pistols are pieces of art that have been seriously customized with intricate engraving and outfitted with exquisite wood grips and forearms. The Encores are said to be chambered for .44 magnum with silver cast bullets (although there is some debate on the internet as to the exact caliber). 

Shotguns

High-performance shotguns have long been a mainstay in the John Wick franchise. In Chapter 4, a real beast gets introduced by…you guessed it…TTI, with their TTI JW4 Dracarys-12 Shotgun. Building off of Genesis Arms’ Gen 12, TTI modified it to be an absolute close-quarters slayer with a ten-round magazine. And always pushing the envelope, the movie execs had them loaded with Dragon’s Breath incendiary rounds.

The specs for the TTI JW4 Dracarys-12 Shotgun can be found here.

Rifles

With a movie jam packed with running gun battles, numerous would-be assassins and foot soldiers were seen carrying and shooting AR-15s / M4s / M18s  and other variants. As expected, most of them were outfitted with custom optics, picatinny rails loaded with lights, lasers, and just about everything else a hitman might want. 

Another firearm built expressly for Chapter 4 was the Marlin 1894 used by The Tracker, aka Mr. Nobody. Built by Mad Pig Customs, the John Wick 4 “Tracker” Takedown model is a heavily modified lever-action tactical rifle. A detailed description and specs can be found here. 

Making a very interesting appearance was the seriously customized and modernized Auto-Ordnance Thompson M1A1. Often referred to as the “Tactical Tommy Gun, ” Auto-Ordinance Thompson has taken the original M1A1 platform and completely modernized it with AR-style furniture on the butt stock, grips, and handguard. Giving it the WOW factor is that it accepts high-capacity drums of .45 ACP enabling it to bring a storm of firepower.

Keanu Reeves is John Wick

What really gives John Wick movies the badass factor is the real-life skill of Keanu Reeves. Always known for doing his own stunts, Reeves trains extensively in martial arts along with its associated handheld weapons, and of course, firearms. To master the John Wick firearms, Reeves trained at TTI, and one thing is clear—he is as deadly with a firearm in real life as he is in the movies. Don’t believe us? You be the judge; take your own look at him live firing John Wick guns. 

The Reality & Practicality of John Wick 4 Guns

Unlike some action movies which feature unrealistic weaponry, all of the guns used in John Wick 4 are real-world weapons that can actually be owned (where legal) by the shooting public. The TTI weapons, while heavily customized in appearance, are built to perform. Proving that point, the John Wick Pit Viper won the United States Practical Shooting Association (USPSA) title in 2021.

Most of the John Wick Chapter 4 weapons are practical, especially when considering the handgun lineup. The TTI handguns bring a level of performance that exceeds most shooters’ capability and needs (and wallet), but could be daily carry firearms.

The TTI JW4 Dracarys-12 Shotgun is definitely a room-clearing machine, but it is probably best suited for zombie apocalypse scenarios. In reality, there are much more practical options such as the Benelli tactical shotguns which were heavily featured in earlier John Wick movies.  

Another gun used in John Wick 4 that is on the far-fetched side of practicality is the S&W 500. It is a monster and definitely not for the average shooter. Currently the S&W 500 is the most powerful production handgun on the market, but its beyond-wicked recoil makes it brutal to shoot and handle effectively. 

Buying John Wick Firearms

If you want to own the guns used in John Wick 4, here is where you can find them along with options for similar models/manufacturers (if available).

The John Wick 4 Guns – It’s a Wrap

From the custom Pit Viper to the classic Glocks and other TTI builds, the guns used in John Wick 4 are not just cinematic eye candy—they are real, functional works of art available to the civilian market. Whether you are a collector, competitor, or enthusiast, these weapons can be owned and enjoyed by the shooting public. 

Always looking the part and loaded with performance and versatility, the John Wick 4 guns prove that Hollywood cool and real-world practicality can go hand-in-hand. If you have ever wanted to be like John Wick or just appreciate top-tier firearm engineering, there has never been a better time to explore what’s out there. And prepare to be amazed.