A character can try to make an opponent drop a weapon (or other object) or attempt to damage it, by making a melee or ranged attack.

The attacker must first hit the object or the opponent’s limb or hand (see Called Shots).

If the attack hits the weapon, the attacker rolls damage normally for an item (no raise effect or Aces, see Breaking Things). The defender must make a Strength roll equal to the damage or drop the item. If the attack is against the wielder and Shakes or Wounds him, the defender must make a Strength roll at −2 if it hit his limb, or −4 if it hit his hand, plus any Wound penalties that result as usual. Failure means he drops whatever item is in that hand.