In this article, we will explain how to unlock all weapons in Red Dead Redemption.

By completing new missions, exploring the map, and reaching new levels, you can gather the entire arsenal, including rare and unique weapons.
In the major cities of Red Dead Redemption, you’ll find weapon stores with a wide selection of arms. As you progress through story missions or complete challenges, the range of weapons will expand. Weapon prices are influenced by John Marston's Honor Level, but in some highly reputable locations, prices may be lower. John can also receive a discount by equipping the "Savvy Merchant" outfit. Additionally, stores sell appropriate ammunition for each type of weapon. To carry more ammo for rifles and carbines, gunsmiths offer bandoliers. However, some weapons are only available in the "Undead Nightmare" expansion.


Thrown Weapons

  1. Molotov Cocktails - can be purchased after completing the mission "Demon's Drink" or clearing the Nosalida Hideout.
  2. Dynamite - becomes available after completing the "Mexican Caesar" mission and is sold by any gunsmith.
  3. Throwing Knives - available for purchase at Manzanita Post after completing "The Great Mexican Train Robbery."
  4. Holy Water - found as enemy loot and after completing the "Mother Superior Blues" mission in "Undead Nightmare."
  5. Tomahawk - can be purchased for $10 at the general store in Manzanita Post.
  6. Undead Bait - crafted after completing "Cure for Most of What Ails You" using wild feverfew and prairie poppy.
  7. Boom Bait - crafted from undead bait and dynamite after finishing "Biographies and Lies" in "Undead Nightmare."

Pistols and Revolvers

  1. Schofield Revolver - available for purchase from a gunsmith after completing "The Gunslinger’s Tragedy."
  2. Cattleman Revolver - available to John from the start of the game.
  3. Double-Action Revolver - can be purchased from a gunsmith or obtained by clearing the Tesoro Azul Hideout or completing "Demon's Drink."
  4. Volcanic Pistol - available from the Armadillo gunsmith or after clearing Twin Rocks Hideout.
  5. LeMat Pistol - sold by the gunsmith in Escalera.
  6. Mauser Pistol - available from the Blackwater Gunsmith.
  7. High-Power Pistol - automatically added to your inventory after completing the mission "Bear One Another’s Burdens."
  8. Semi-Automatic Pistol - can be purchased in Escalera or obtained by clearing Fort Mercer Hideout.

Rifles and Carbines

  1. Springfield Rifle - available at the gunsmith in Thieves' Landing.
  2. Buffalo Rifle - unlocked by completing the Master Hunter Rank 5 Challenge.
  3. Bolt-Action Rifle - sold in Escalera.
  4. Repeater Carbine - automatically added to your inventory during "New Friends, Old Problems."
  5. Winchester Repeater - available from the Armadillo gunsmith.
  6. Evans Repeater - sold by the Blackwater Gunsmith.
  7. Henry Repeater - unlocked by clearing the Nosalida Hideout.

Sniper Rifles

  1. Rolling Block Rifle - unlocked during the mission "Empty Promises."
  2. Carcano Rifle - available for purchase from the Blackwater Gunsmith.
  3. Explosive Rifle - available from the Blackwater Gunsmith or after clearing Ratzkeller Fork in "Undead Nightmare."

Shotguns

  1. Double-Barreled Shotgun - available for purchase from the Armadillo gunsmith.
  2. Sawed-Off Shotgun - sold in Thieves' Landing and unlocked after clearing the Pike’s Basin Hideout.
  3. Pump-Action Shotgun - unlocked during the mission "And the Truth Will Set You Free" after looting a member of Dutch’s gang.
  4. Semi-Automatic Shotgun - available from the gunsmith in Escalera.
  5. Blunderbuss - unlocked during the mission "Cure for What Ails You" in "Undead Nightmare."

If you’re not into achievements and challenges in Steam, collecting all the guns isn’t mandatory. However, testing all the weapons is enjoyable and enriches your experience of the base game and its expansion. Our store makes it easier for you to acquire an account with this game, and even one with the specific weapons you need.