LiveAuctioneers is auctioning off an Operative sword, complete wirh blood, on August 1.
1059. Chiwetel Ejiofor “The Operative” and Nathan Fillion “Mal” hero sword from Serenity. (Universal, 2005) This hero sword was used by Chiwetel Ejiofor as “The Operative” and Nathan Fillion as “Mal Reynolds” in the film, Serenity. It is custom made and features prominently in their final confrontation. This is the hero version featuring a metal blade, hard plastic handgrip with elaborate cord ties. It is studio distressed and features studio blood smears. $2000 – $3000
We’ve seen a few of these go by aty the Prop Store of London but this is specifically one of the “hero” metal swords that saw screen time.
I think I know which end to hold…
Just a quick note – I do realize that ‘screen used’ articles are of much interest to collectors but two or three grand for the sword?? – well, here’s a quick thought.
If you don’t mind a slightly different wrapping and the lack of fake bloodstains, you can Google the web for ‘ninja swords’ ( I know, but that’s what people insist on calling them) and you will find – with a bit of looking – that you can own this same identical pattern made in simple 420 or 440C steel for less than thirty bucks.
Although these blades have as much in common with a true Asian sword, as I have in common with a chameleon, they do look just like the one in Serenity – and they are weapons-quality steel, so as our kindergarten teacher, Mrs. Reynolds, always said ‘ “Play nice, now”.
If honor would compel you to do so, you are welcome to send ME a portion of the coin I just saved you… or just buy DVDs for everyone you know and introduce the world to the series.