Stunts, action & rigging · Specialist

Armourer

Also called: weapons master

ELI5

A qualified specialist responsible for weapons, replicas, ammunition controls and weapon safety under relevant law.

“Let’s cover the armourer in the safety meeting before the shoot.”

A qualified specialist responsible for weapons, replicas, ammunition controls and weapon safety under applicable law.

Here “Armourer” means: A qualified specialist responsible for weapons, replicas, ammunition controls and weapon safety under applicable law.

You may encounter “Armourer” in production, set safety, stunts & practical effects conversations or materials.

Why it matters: Explains the physical-production roles, plans and safety systems behind the shoot.

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