"The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly" (1966)

Yesterday, I was watching the classic The Good, the Bad and the Ugly (1966) on the Tubi channel. 

While watching it, I saw some scenes I don't remember seeing before. Then it hit me, this was probably the extended version that tries to emulate the Italian release that debuted in 2003. 

Clint Eastwood and Eli Wallach were brought in to dub the added scenes and an imitator dubbed Lee Van Cleef's (deceased) scenes. Eastwood and Wallach didn't sound like they did in the movie (Eastwood was in his 70s and Wallach in his 80s at the time) and Van Cleef's dubber was a poor imitation.

It was interesting to see, but I much prefer (so do many critics and fans) the international theatrical version that I have on DVD. The additional scenes did not favorably enhance the story. They were more of a distraction. 

Cimarron Firearms: The Good, The Bad and The Ugly

Yesterday, the newest issue of American Rifleman (cover date June 2022) arrived in the mail.

While thumbing through it, an advertisement by Cimarron Firearms caught my attention. It was in reference to a line of handguns (I guess you can call it commemorating) of the classic spaghetti western, The Good, The Bad and the Ugly (1966) starring Clint Eastwood, Eli Wallach and Lee Van Cleef. 

Here's the ad:

Each gun is named for one of the characters in the movie: "Man With No Name", "Angel Eyes" and "Tuco Special".

I went to the website in the ad and found that Cimarron Firearms specializes in reproduction western firearms and leather. From their website:

Cimarron is recognized as the leader in quality and authenticity in replica firearms. For the past 30 years, Cimarron has worked continuously to perfect the authentic detail, fit, finish and function of our line of frontier firearms. There is no other firearm that is near equal in value, strength, reliability, and authentic detail as is the line from Cimarron Firearms Co.

Interesting stuff!

Above, Clint Eastwood, Eli Wallach and Lee Van Cleef on location.

For more information, go here.