Using a .209 blank pistol is a great way to save a few bucks:
209 shotgun primers are very inexpensive compared to other blanks.
209 shotgun primers are pretty easy to find locally.
We DO NOT sell the 209 primers since they are VERY expensive to ship because of additional handling fees. Make sure you can get them locally. Any good gun shop will have them for folks that reload shotgun shells.
Double Action means that you can "cock" the starter pistol and fire it or you can pull the trigger without cocking the hammer. It will fire either way - that's Double Action.
This blank pistol is our highest-quality primer pistol. This is what I use for my dog training.
Customer Reviews
Alfa 209 Primer Starter Pistol ---- 06-14-2009 Reviewed: July 26, 2011
By: Jim Wood from NJ
3 dogs: 1GWP 2GSP. Hunting dog.
Quality is great i use pistol min. 4 times a week no problem cheap to use, works great. I had a n.E.F. Was a good gun but as it got older the pin would fall out once i lost the cyl., No way with the alpha just a great tool to have when training. Jim
5 1139
Alfa 209 Primer Starter Pistol ---- 06-29-2011 Reviewed: July 26, 2011
By: Michael Black from AK
Lab. Competition dog.
Reliable, easy to load and well built. For a trainer (amateur or professional) you can not have equipment that fails you in the field and this pistol has not failed.
5 1186
Alfa 209 Primer Starter Pistol ---- 12-15-2010 Reviewed: July 26, 2011
Some primers didn't fit in the gun very well. Drilled out the cylinders and that fixed the problem. Never have had any problems with the gun. Heavy construction. Worth every penny. Don't waste your money on cheap training pistols. This is the one you want.
5 1138
Alfa 209 Primer Starter Pistol ---- 03-30-2010 Reviewed: July 26, 2011
By: Pat Sake from WIThe most durable, rugged and reliable starter pistol I have ever owned. I have been through 2 other training pistols that did not stand up to all weather conditions or heavy use, this one does. The 209 primers obviusly have the real shotgun sound, are economical and readily available. Definitely worth the investment for the exceptional quality.
5 1140
Alfa 209 Primer Starter Pistol ---- 03-07-2009 Reviewed: July 26, 2011
By: Stephen Zalick from NJ
bouvier. Pet. Competition dog.
good solid pistol, way better than the cheap versions.....fairly loud report for primer used....overall quite satisfied
5 1143
Alfa 209 Primer Starter Pistol ---- 02-24-2011 Reviewed: July 26, 2011
By: Steve Griffis from NE
Brittany. Pet. Hunting dog.
Dang Reliable, love this startergun, Used it at
a track meet when theirs died, went through 60
shots flawlessly, it performs well, easy to clean.
great product.
SMG Central Nebraska
5 1144
Alfa 209 Primer Starter Pistol ---- 06-01-2011 Reviewed: July 26, 2011
By: M Elaine Goodner from OR
2 dogs: labrador. Competition dog.
I like the weight and it is easy to load.
5 1153
Alfa 209 Starter Pistol Reviewed: July 26, 2011
By: Roger M. Green
5 dogs: Deutsch-Drahthaar. Pet. Hunting dog. Working dog.
Best on the market for handler/trainer who trains more than one dog every 7-10 years. The Alfa is a professional quality training aid. RmG
5 1155
Alfa 209 Primer Starter Pistol ---- 12-08-2010 Reviewed: July 26, 2011
By: Lon from WA
2 dogs: pointing labs. Hunting dog.
I've used many brands of blank pistols and most of them are so cheaply made that you spend time tinkering around and less time dog training. The Alfa is well made, works smoothly and is much more durable than other brands. It's a bit pricey but with the blaze orange grip its hard to misplace.
5 1160
alpha 209 primer pistol Reviewed: July 26, 2011
By: no name
1112 dogs: labs. Hunting dog. Competition dog.
excellent product
5 1179
Alfa 209 Primer Starter Pistol ---- 07-16-2011 Reviewed: July 26, 2011
By: Michael Ayers from NY
Labrador Retriever. Hunting dog.
Great quality and reliability
5 1168
Alfa 209 Primer Starter Pistol ---- 06-21-2011 Reviewed: July 26, 2011
By: Kaj Larson from KS
20 dogs: German Shorthairs Pointers. Pet. Hunting dog. Competition dog.
The Alfa 209 Primer Starter Pistol I purchased from Gun Dog Supply is excellent. It is very well made compared to other starter pistols I have and the primers for it are relatively cheap! Gun Dog Supply's shipping was also very quick and their website is user friendly!
5 1169
Alfa 209 Primer Starter Pistol ---- 06-27-2011 Reviewed: July 26, 2011
By: Stan Scoble from MB
2 dogs: Labrador Retriever. Hunting dog. Competition dog. Working dog.
I have now used this pistol for a year shooting over 500 rounds through it with no difficulties. This pistol must be kept clean, and serviced routinely should last me a number of years.
The only alteration I made was to remove the lanyard ring. I believe a light belt holster is more practical for dog training purposes where use of both hands is required.
Stan
5 1172
Alfa 209 Primer Starter Pistol ---- 03-25-2011 Reviewed: July 26, 2011
By: Perry Puncochar from MN
7 dogs: Labs. Pet. Hunting dog. Competition dog.
Its a great training tool and always fires!!
5 1175
Alfa 209 Primer Starter Pistol ---- 03-04-2011 Reviewed: July 26, 2011
By: Stephen from IL
Lab. Pet. Hunting dog. Competition dog.
Awesome!!!
5 1184
Alfa 209 Primer Starter Pistol Reviewed: July 26, 2011
If you are looking for a great training 209 primer pistol get the Alfa 209! It is well built, and reliable. It takes any 209 primer which are very easy to find and very inexpensive. The shots are clear and laud. I highly recommend it!
5 1196
Alfa 209 Primer Starter Pistol ---- 05-04-2009 Reviewed: July 26, 2011
By: Leroy Buckler from MD
3 dogs: lab. Competition dog.
reliable shoots every time
holding up very well with frequent use
have recomended it to several others, all are pleased
5 1197
Alfa 209 Primer Starter Pistol ---- 12-01-2009 Reviewed: July 27, 2011
I am currently training two dogs at the Master Hunt test level. I have also co-instructed a class for retrievers at a retriever club for the last three years. I have shot hundreds of primers through this training pistol. without as much as a missfire. Worth every cent....
5 1251
starter pistol Reviewed: July 27, 2011
By: George Meddaugh
111 dogs: Black Lab. Pet. Hunting dog. Competition dog.
very happy with the pistol. Thank You
5 1255
Alfa 209 Primer Starter Pistol ---- 05-18-2011 Reviewed: August 5, 2011
By: Felicia Russell from OKThe pistol was absolutely great until someone accidentally poured an energy drink in my gear bag without telling me. Of course, it would have been a little hard for the dog to explain in a way I would have understood. Regardless, let's just say I have good reason to believe Monster drinks are a bit corrosive. I loved the pistol. I'll be getting another soon.
5 1705
Alfa 209 Primer Starter Pistol Reviewed: August 5, 2011
By: T TrierI use both the Alpha 22 and 32 to start track events. Both are top shelf pieces that work flawlessly. I bought both at gundogsupply because of the good price and friendliness! I buy the hard to get black powder shells from gundogsupply as well. I use the 22 for work at the start line because it isn't as loud. The 32 is really loud and I use it when starting away from the starting line or when there is a big starting stagger.
5 1706
Alfa 209 Primer Starter Pistol ---- 02-06-2011 Reviewed: August 29, 2011
By: Angie Haas from WI
4 dogs: German Shorthairs. Pet. Hunting dog. Competition dog.
It a great tool for training. The gun is very realistic when used for training in the field.
5 1829
Alfa 209 Primer Starter Pistol ---- 01-13-2009 Reviewed: September 1, 2011
By: Douglas Miller from SC
2 dogs: GSP. Hunting dog. Competition dog.
Very reliable, easy to load and unload. Will last a very long time.
5 2296
Alfa 209 Primer Starter Pistol ---- 10-24-2010 Reviewed: July 26, 2011
By: James R. Coulter from VA
2 dogs: Chesapeake Bay Retriever. Competition dog.
Works fine with no problems.
5 1137
Alfa 209 Primer Starter Pistol ---- 07-01-2009 Reviewed: July 26, 2011
By: Scott Bodenstab from TX
5 dogs: GSP. Pet. Hunting dog. Competition dog.
Like:
Well built.
Easy to handle and has never not fired.
Don'ts:
Little too heavy.
Harder to squeeze trigger for women and younger kids while helping me train.
Pro trainer says he has worn one out in a couple years.
Had Six Shooter that got stolen. Really liked it. Lighter and easier to pull trigger.
4 1165
209 Alfa Pistol Reviewed: July 26, 2011
By: Jack Gravely
2 dogs: Labs. Hunting dog. Competition dog.
stainless steel would be better
4 1171
alpha primer pistol Reviewed: July 26, 2011
By: Thaddeus Belefski
field bred English springer spaniel. Pet. Hunting dog. Competition dog.
When I tried to clean it part of the mechanism at the firing pin came loose and fell into the works. I had to take it to a gun smith to repair it. I didn't expect that dabbing it with solvent could loosen something. Otherwise it has performed flawlessly.
4 1177
Alfa 209 Primer Starter Pistol ---- 10-01-2010 Reviewed: July 26, 2011
By: Paul Hansen from IL
8 dogs: Pointer. Hunting dog. Competition dog.
Fires reliably but is too heavy and should have been manufactured with an eight shot cylinder
4 1199
Alfa 209 Primer Starter Pistol ---- 07-20-2010 Reviewed: July 27, 2011
Great product- well built and perfect functionality. The only drawback for me is the weight. Pretty heavy for wearing all day training or at a Field Trial, though some may prefer this as you'll surely notice if you drop it and the Orange grips make it easy to find and fit nice in your hand.
Wish they still offered it in nickle finish though-
I'm a professional trainer (www.ruggedretrievers.com) and use the blank pistols on a daily basis. The Alpha 209 Primer Pistol is probably one of the worst I have ever owned. I purchased 4 of these a few years ago. Had not even had them 6 months when problems started. I am now down to 1 working Alpha pistol. A complete waste of money. I will never purchase these again, nor will I recommend them. Since the H&R .22 caliber, 9 shot blank pistols are no longer being produced, I am still looking for a reliable blank pistol that will stand up to daily use.
"Our highest-quality primer pistol. This is what I use for my dog training." -- Steve
Restricted shipping. ONLY Available to U.S. addresses accessible via UPS.
Not recommended for use in theatrical productions or indoors.
Alfa 209 double action revolvers are rugged and reliable.
Bright orange grips -- easy to find if you drop it in the field
Grips made of high impact polymer
6 shot swing out cylinder allows easy loading and unloading
A lanyard ring is included for security
Bright orange cap on the barrel is a reminder that the revolver is not a firearm
Comes complete with a carrying case and cylinder cleaning brush
.209 primers recommended
1 year factory warranty
The design and superior manufacturing quality of the Alfa is at the same level as those of licensed arms. The Z-MAC zinc-aluminum frame with a rust resistant blued finish and the high strength heat-treated steel parts promise trouble free usage. Thanks to the automated drop safety lock and machine tooled steel double-action-trigger mechanism the revolvers are absolutely safe.
Use and/or possession of Blank Pistols (Starter Pistols) and Blanks is prohibited and/or restricted in some jurisdictions. Laws change frequently. Therefore, all buyers should check with local authorities prior to ordering pistols and/or blanks.
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