How to Unlock All Weapons in Red Dead Redemption 1

Red Dead Redemption has finally arrived on Steam. PC players who have waited years can now play out John Marston's tragic tale. This comes as a pleasant surprise even after the game was released on Nintendo Switch.

Red Dead Redemption can be a lengthy game to enjoy if you plan on attaining 100% completion. Completing the story, side quests, and all the legendary challenges will net you some unique rewards. Part of 100% completion is acquiring some rare weapons as well. Most of the weapons in the game are very fun to play with, so there's no reason not to collect them all. This guide will show you where you can find and unlock all weapons in the first Red Dead Redemption.

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Gunsmiths & Ammo Types

You should make sure to check every Gunsmith shop in Red Dead Redemption. There will be one in nearly every major town in the game. They will usually have new guns in stock. Some weapons are unlocked by progressing the story or completing legendary challenges. John Marston's honor level will affect the prices depending on where you're shopping. The Savvy Merchant Outfit will also heavily lower prices if John is wearing it.

You can also stock up on ammunition at these stores. Ammo is tied to each specific type of weapon, so you might need to visit regularly to keep some of your weapons full. You can also buy the Bandolier at Gunsmiths. This will allow Marston to hold two times more ammo for rifles and repeaters. Some weapons are tied to the Undead Nightmare expansion and cannot be found in the main game.

Thrown Weapons

Fire Bottle	Complete the mission "Demon Drink" Complete the Nosalida Hideout Purchase at any Gunsmith after completing either
Dynamite	Purchase at any Gunsmith after completing "Mexican Ceasar"
Throwing Knives	Purchase at any Gunsmith after completing "The Great Mexican Train Robbery" Purchase at Manzanita Post general store for $10
Tomahawk	Purchase at Manzanita Post General Store for $10
Holy Water	Complete "Mother Superior Blues" in Undead Nightmare Loot off of enemy bodies
Undead Bait	Complete "A Cure for Most of What Ails You" in Undead Nightmare Craftable in John's satchel by combining Prairie Poppy & Wild Feverfew
Boom Bait	Complete "Biographies and Lies" in Undead Nightmare Craftable in John's satchel by combining Dynamite & Undead Bait

Revolvers & Pistols

Cattleman Revolver	John has it at the start of the game
Schofield Revolver	Purchase at any Gunsmith after completing "The Gunslinger's Tragedy
Double-action Revolver	Purchase at any Gunsmith after completing "The Demon Drink" Also rewarded for beating Tesoro Azul Hideout
LeMat Revolver	Purchase at the Escalera Gunsmith.
Volcanic Pistol	Purchase at the Armadillo Gunsmith Also rewarded for beating Twin Rocks Hideout
High Power Pistol	John receives one during "Bear One Another's Burdens"
Mauser Pistol	Purchase at the Blackwater Gunsmith
Semi-Automatic Pistol	Purchase at the Escalera Gunsmith Also rewarded for beating the Fort Mercer Hideout

Rifles & Repeaters

Springfield Rifle	Purchase at the Thieves' Landing Gunsmith
Bolt Action Rifle	Purchase at the Escalera Gunsmith
Buffalo Rifle	Purchase at any gunsmith after completing Rank 5 Master Hunter Challenge
Repeater Carbine	John is given one during "New Friends, Old Problems"
Winchester Repeater	Purchase at the Armadillo Gunsmith
Henry Repeater	Reward for beating Nosalida Hideout
Evans Repeater	Purchase at the Blackwater Gunsmith

Sniper Rifles

Rolling Block Rifle	Given to John during "Empty Promises"
Carcano Rifle	Purchase at the Blackwater Gunsmith
Explosive Rifle	Purchase at the Blackwater Gunsmith Clear Rathskeller Fork in Undead Nightmare

Shotguns

Double-barreled Shotgun	Purchase at the Armadillo Gunsmith
Sawed-off Shotgun	Purchase at the Thieves' Landing Gunsmith Also rewarded for beating the Pike's Basin Hideout
Pump-action Shotgun	Loot one of Dutch's gang during "And The Truth Will Set You Free"
Semi-auto Shotgun	Purchase at the Escalera Gunsmith
Blunderbuss	Complete "A Cure for Most of What Ails You" in Undead Nightmare

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Red Dead Redemption

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8 /10

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Released: May 18, 2010

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ESRB: M For Mature 17+ Due To Blood, Intense Violence, Nudity, Strong Language, Strong Sexual Content, Use of Drugs
Developer(s): Rockstar San Diego
Publisher(s): Rockstar Games
Engine: rockstar advanced game engine
Multiplayer: Online Multiplayer
Franchise: Red Dead Redemption
PC Release Date: October 29, 2024
Nintendo Switch Release Date: August 17, 2023
Platform(s): Nintendo Switch, PC, PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, Xbox 360, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch 2, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, Android, iOS
Genre(s): Open-World, Adventure
How Long To Beat: 18 Hours
OpenCritic Rating: Strong

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