| Actor | Character | Firearm | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Al Pacino | Carlito Brigante | M1911A1 | Chrome plated with pearl grips |
| Al Pacino | Carlito Brigante | Beretta 92F | anachronism |
| Frank Ferrara | Sonny Manzanero | Beretta Cheetah | - |
| John Leguizamo | Benny Blanco | Remington Double Derringer | stainless finish |
| Joseph Siravo | Vincent Taglialucci | Smith & Wesson Model 36 | Suppressed |
| Joseph Siravo | Vincent Taglialucci | Browning Hi-Power | - |
| Luis Guzmán | Pachanga | Colt MK IV Series 80 | - |
| Luis Guzmán | Pachanga | Remington Double Derringer | - |
| Richard Foronjy | Pete Amadesso | Smith & Wesson Model 36 | - |
| Rick Aviles | Quisqueya | Browning BDA 380 | Anachronistic in 1975 |
| Sean Penn | David Kleinfeld | Smith & Wesson Model 36 | Nickel Plated |