All Sons of the Forest 1.0 Weapon Locations

Sons of the Forest is filled with a variety of weapons to help you survive the wilderness, fend off enemies, and hunt animals. But tracking them down isn’t especially obvious. With the game’s full release, we decided to compile a comprehensive guide to help. This guide covers all Sons of the Forest 1.0 weapon locations, so you can get your hands on the shotgun, crossbow, katana, and many more. We’ll also break down which we consider the best in the game, as well as how to upgrade them for even more punch!

All Sons of the Forest 1.0 Weapon Locations

Below, we’ve compiled a list of all Sons of the Forest 1.0 weapon locations. Check out our interactive map page for help with the precise locations.

Compound Bow Location

• Location: Southwest bunker (green circle on GPS Locator), requires a Shovel.
• Instructions: Inside the bunker, go right through the first door. The bow is located next to a dead body in the bathroom.

Crossbow Location

• Location: Northwestern cave (green circle on GPS Locator), requires Maintenance Keycard.
• Instructions: Use the keycard on the blue card reader inside the cave. Find the crossbow near a dead body between the plant shelves.

Electric Chainsaw Location

• Location: Western bunker (green circle on GPS Locator), close to the beach, requires Maintenance Keycard.
• Instructions: Enter the gym, go through the spa area, and up the stairs in the dining room. Use the keycard on the right door before the nightclub. The chainsaw is in a small movie theatre.

Guitar Location

• Location: Same as the Electric Chainsaw.
• Instructions: After entering the gym, go through the spa area, up the stairs, and past the water to find the nightclub. The guitar is on the bar left of the dance floor.

Katana Location

• Location: Southeastern bunker, second floor, requires Maintenance Keycard.
• Instructions: Use the keycard near the entrance, go down to the second floor, then enter the second room on your right to find the katana.

Machete Location

• Location: Northern beach, east of the cave with the Rebreather.
• Instructions: You can find the machete in a deflated raft.

Pistol Location

• Location 1: Western coast, in an inflatable raft (purple symbol on GPS Locator).
• Location 2: The pistol is in the same Southeastern bunker as the Katana, but on the floor above.

Putter Location

• Location: Southeastern bunker, same as Katana, requires Maintenance Keycard.
• Instructions: Use the keycard near the entrance. After the cutscene, take the second door on your right.

Revolver Location

• Location: Northeastern area bunker (green circle on GPS Locator), requires Shovel.
• Instructions: Use the shovel on the mud patch beside the surveying equipment. The revolver can be found beside a dead body.

Rifle Location

• Location: Same cave as the Golden Armor, requires Rebreather.
• Instructions: Follow the path to the Golden Armor. Take an alternative route to find the rifle on a soldier hanging on top of the cave.

Shotgun Location

• Location: Northwestern area grave (purple symbol on GPS Locator), requires Shovel.
• Instructions: Dig under the wooden cross to unearth the shotgun.

Slingshot Location

• Location: Western side of the island, outside the cave leading to the shovel.
• Instructions: Find the slingshot on a burnt body on spikes.

Stun Baton Location

• Location: Outside the cave where you get the Rope Gun, west side of the island.
• Instructions: Follow the river to a small waterfall. Find the stun baton in a pile of skulls.

Stun Gun Location

• Location: Northern coastal cave, same as Rebreather.
• Instructions: At the fork in the back of the cave, turn right to find the stun gun on a hanging corpse.

All Sons of the Forest 1.0 Crafted Weapon Recipes

It’s worth noting that not all weapons in Sons of the Forest 1.0 are found. Some you’ll have to craft yourself using basic gears and materials found across the island. These include entry-level weapons useful in the early game:

• Crafted Bow: 1 Duct Tape, 1 Rope, 2 Sticks
• Crafted Club: 1 Rope, 1 Skull, 1 Stick
• Crafted Spear: 1 Duct Tape, 2 Sticks, 1 Utility Knife

To upgrade your weapons with Solafite in, place the weapon and Solafite in the furnace. The melting process takes around 5 minutes, during which you’ll be attacked by mutants, so be prepared to defend yourself!

Obtaining the Furnace: To get the furnace for weapon upgrades, explore a cave in the western part of the map. Inside, break the wooden boards on the left at a T-junction to find the crafting recipe near some skeletons. The cave also leads to a pickaxe if you go right and slide down a slope.

Furnace Crafting Requirements:

• 11x Sticks
• 4x Golf Cart Batteries
• 7x Stones
• 3x Cables/Wire
• 3x Turtle Shells

Upgrading Process:

1. Place your weapon in the furnace.
2. Add 6x Solafite.
3. Press ‘Start’ at the batteries to begin the melting process.

Defending Against Mutants: During the upgrade, mutants will attack, drawn by the sparks from the furnace. The strength of the mutants depends on your game progress and the number of killed cannibals.

Upgrade Duration: The time it takes to upgrade weapons can vary. For example, the fire axe might take 8 minutes, the revolver 4 minutes, and the katana 5 minutes. This could be affected by server connection or the host’s network in co-op games.

Safest Method for Weapon Upgrades: To protect yourself during the upgrade, find a defensible high ground, set up traps, and stock up on ammunition, explosives, and Molotov cocktails. Avoid using tree platforms or treehouses as they can be destroyed by mutants.

5 Best Weapons in Sons of the Forest 1.0

Not all of Sons of the Forest‘s weapons are created equal. Here are our picks for the five best weapons to seek out:

5. Firefighter’s Axe: The most challenging axe to acquire, but its high damage and blocking ability make it a top choice for melee combat. It’s slower to swing but can deal significant damage and chop down trees efficiently.

4. Pistol: An early-game firearm that can be found near an emergency raft off the coast. It may not deal massive damage, but with the right attachments, it becomes a versatile weapon against various enemies.

3. Revolver: A powerful handgun found in Maintenance Bunker C, the revolver offers better stopping power than the pistol and uses the same 9mm ammunition, making it a more efficient choice for dealing with mutants.

2. Shotgun: The best firearm in the game, the shotgun can be obtained from an underground nightclub or by digging up an operative’s grave. It offers a choice between buckshot and slugs, providing versatility and immense stopping power.

1. Katana: The ultimate melee weapon in Sons of the Forest, the katana boasts lightning-fast attack speed and high damage output. Its ability to sever limbs and heads quickly makes it the top weapon choice for players. When upgraded to the Solafite variant, this is the best weapon in the game.

So, there you have it: a comprehensive guide of all Sons of the Forest 1.0 weapon locations, crafting recipes, and our picks for the five best weapons in the game. Check out our companion guide with all blueprint locations in Sons of the Forest 1.0. And, if you’re having trouble finding the keycards you need to expand your adventure, we have you covered there, too.