An unloaded gun may be used to argue for a reduced sentence in the case of an armed robbery, but it is not grounds for avoiding conviction. In the absence of an offensive weapon or loaded weapon, what matters for a conviction is the attempt to intimidate or threaten others with the appearance of having a weapon for the purpose of robbing them. This means that a realistic toy gun, or even a finger hidden in an attempt to look like a gun, can lead to the defendant being considered armed.