Gold Guns are firearms finished or plated in gold, often as custom or commemorative pieces. Common base models include the Desert Eagle, Colt 1911, Glock 19, and Smith & Wesson revolvers. Finishes range from full gold plating to selective gold accents, and they are frequently combined with custom engraving, polished components, and wood or pearl grips. Many gold guns are intended for display or collection rather than regular use, though most retain the mechanical specifications of their standard counterparts. They appear frequently in films, music videos, and video games as status symbols.