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These blank pistols are not props and can cause serious injury if used improperly. They are not recommended for use in theatrical productions or indoors.
This starter kit is perfect for the hunter and dog trainer ready to expose his dogs to gunfire. Everything you need to start blank pistol training is included:
Alfa 209 Primer Pistol
Alfa Leather Holster
Cleaning Wand
Carrying Case
Alfa 209 Features:
Limited lifetime manufacturer's warranty
Z-MAC zinc-aluminum frame with high-strength heat-treated steel parts
Automated drop safety lock and machine-tooled steel double-action-trigger mechanism for safety
Bright orange grips made of high-impact polymer for visibility in the field
Orange safety cap on the solid barrel indicates this blank pistol is not a firearm
Six-shot swing-out cylinder allowing for easy loading and unloading
Lanyard ring in the bottom of the handle
Includes hardshell carrying case and cylinder cleaning brush
Quick Access: Allows you to draw and fire easily to simulate gunfire during training
Protection: Shields your blank pistol from dirt, moisture, and damage when moving through rough terrain
Hands-Free Convenience: Keeps your blank pistol securely at your side, so you can focus on training your dog
Durability and Style: Leather is tough, long-lasting, and looks great over time, making it a reliable choice for outdoor use
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 starter pistols, blank pistols, and/or blanks.
Limited Lifetime Warranty
In addition to offering repair and service, Alfa-Proj warrants to the original purchaser that the product is free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use. Damage due to abuse, misuse, neglect, or unauthorized adjustments or modifications made or attempted by anyone other than the stated factory repair service is excluded from this warranty. The Lifetime Service Policy covers functional defects. Alfa-Proj will repair or replace, at its option, any defects due to faulty materials or workmanship.
The conditions of this warranty are twofold:
First, the purchaser must return the warranty card with proof of retail purchase to: Elite Custom Guns, 2522 Tranquil Way, Sevierville, TN 37876-0170 within thirty days of purchase. Please include a copy of your purchase receipt.
Second, the purchaser must notify Elite Custom Guns service department, in writing or by e-mail (elitecustomguns@gmail.com), stating the difficulty experienced and the date and place of original purchase.
Excluded from this warranty are malfunctions caused by misuse or abuse of the starter revolver, damage due to lack of proper cleaning and maintenance, unauthorized modification, adjustments or repairs, shipping damages, careless handling, normal wear and tear, and defective or improperly loaded ammunition and corrosion.
Alfa-Proj's responsibility under this warranty is limited to the repair or replacement of the revolver. Responsibility or liability for damage to property other than the revolver, personal injury or death, or consequential damages is SPECIFICALLY EXCLUDED.
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.
Gun Dog Supply supply has always provided quality products, services, in a very timely manner. They are my go to for all of our upland and retriever needs.
By Thomas S.
Madison, WI
A rock-solid blank pistol
May 27, 2025
This blank pistol is very well built, smooth operating, and should last a very long time. After using other blank pistols for retriever training -- and discovering that some have various flaws in design and manufacturing -- this one is rock-solid overall, and I expect it to endure well beyond the rest of my lifetime.
Pros
All-around smoothness of operation: cylinder release and rotation, casing extraction, cocking and trigger pull. The lanyard ring is an important but often overlooked feature. The manufacturing tolerances and quality are commendable.
Cons
I've not experienced any negative qualities.
By Ragnar F.
Bremen, Indiana
Great for Track & Field Officials
April 20, 2025
I recently purchased this gun to use as a track and field official. The ammo is inexpensive. The gun has been very effective for the three meets I've used it for this season.
Pros
Easy to handle and load.
Cons
One issue - the Fiocchi primers do not always fit into the revolver's chamber, so I had to go to another brand.
By Richard
Washington state
209 Starting Gun
April 10, 2025
Very good gun
Pros
Easy to find primers.
A track and fieldvstarter,
32 shellsvare very hard to find these day
By Paul
S. E. North Dakota
Professional quality.
August 31, 2024
Simply wore out the primer pistol I bought somewhere else. This was recommended to me by a highly respected trainer, so I tracked it down. Built extremely well, made to hold up. Very pleased.
Pros
I LIKE that it's got some weight to it. It feels like you're holding a real pistol, not a dime store cap gun. This thing will last until my training days end.
Cons
I have none.
By Steve
Pretty Prairie KS
Blank Pistol
August 15, 2024
So far am very pleased with the look, feel and operation of this blank gun. This was a replacement for a cheaper version I bought several years ago.
Pros
Good feel
Easy trigger
Holds 6 rounds
Great warranty
Cons
None yet
By Douglas L.
Hamilton Texas
Great product
April 24, 2024
This is my 10th blank pistol in 50 years of dog training. Great product, well constructed. Gun Dog Supply has always been a go-to for dog training supplies.
By Steve
Baltimore, MD
.209 primer pistol
April 22, 2024
Quality product
By Mike
New Hampshire
training pistol
April 3, 2024
great product but pricey
Pros
works great, no hickups
Cons
holster VERY tight, kit pricey
By Eric
Virginia
Perfect for exposing your dog to their first gun
March 28, 2024
This pistol operates easily and reliably (brand new). My 4 month old lab puppy did great with it and i was able to progress her nicely to shooting the gun right beside her to kickstart retrieves. Now Im confident she can handle some next level boom sticks.
Pros
209 primers are easy to find
Cons
None yet but its brand new
By Greg
Loxley, Alabama
Primer Pistol for trials
February 7, 2024
Well made primer pistol. Easy to care for in clean up.
By Tom O.
Massachusetts
Quality product
August 17, 2023
First impression is a nice fit. The gun has a heavy feel. operation is smooth. very pleased so far. In the product description. It was recommended by Steve.
By Tim
Oklahoma
Quick Draw McGraw
April 26, 2023
I have used my new starter pistol in multiple meets without any flaw other than human made. I recommend this kit to those who are looking to buy.
Pros
Easy and smooth action
Cons
Holster possibly a little small.
By Ray
Lake Villa, IL
Just what I needed
March 12, 2023
Needed a new pistol for field trialing and training. Thought it might be a bit louder than my old 209 primer pistol but my dog is used to hunting and it was perfect and functional. No problems or misfires. Arrived in a few days with regular shipping so could use it that weekend. Thanks for great service and timely delivery! Completely satisfied.
By Biggen
Dauphin, PA.
First impressions are excellent
November 17, 2022
I'm a pro trainer and have used several brands of primer and blank pistols over the years and none have held up, some malfunctioning almost from the get go. These were all much less expensive and several people told me to bite the bullet and get the Alfa. Well built. Functions smoothly and flawlessly so far. Get the holster. To much gun for a pocket. You get what you pay for and so far I'm happy with the product. Would have given 5 stars but I haven't used it long enough yet.
Pros
Seems like a very well made product.
By Lee B.
Charlotte, NC
Great Kit
October 26, 2022
Bought for Starting track meets. Works great and is cheap to shoot. The primers are much cheaper than the .32 shells I was using.
Pros
Cheap to Shoot
Works Great
Cons
The holster is tight. Will take a little time to stretch out to get the gun to comfortably go in.
By Glenn
Olathe, Kansas
Good Starter Pistol
September 9, 2022
Have only used the pistol a couple of times so far but performed well and was easy to use.
Pros
Ammunition is low cost.
By Rhonda
Maine
great pistol for training
August 2, 2022
I love this pistol. It is solidly made, well constructed compared to others I've used. The only problem is finding 209 primers to use with it.
By Karen
PA
Great blank gun
June 9, 2022
We use this blank gun in our training program and it holds up much better than other models we have tried. The primers can matter though as we found clarinex primers gummed the gun up a lot but other primers did not.
By TCB
Fairport, New York
Alfa 209 Starter Pistol
June 5, 2022
Needed a starter pistol for dog training and hunt tests. You will be able to find cheaper models than the Alfa but they will not match the quality, and reliability of it. I purchased the 209 primer model. Have used it for about a month now and am very happy with it.
Pros
Ease of use, reliability.
Cons
None
By Bob G.
Virginia City NV
Solid and well built. Nice holster.
April 19, 2022
Probably the best built training pistol I have ever owned. Now if we could just get some 209 primers from GDS, that would be even better.
Pros
Solid construction. Good grip. Nice holster.
Cons
Not a con, per say, but I wish GDS would get some 209 primers back in inventory.
By Carl
Wilton, NH
Great dog training pistol for the shotshell reloader
February 11, 2022
Good quality, Very happy with the purchase. If you already reload shotshells, you should have 209 primers available and not have to worry about getting a separate supply of blanks for dog training. Plenty loud for the application.
Pros
Compact and fits in a jacket pocket. Nicely made, quality manufacturing.
Cons
If you don't reload, you'd need to find a source of 209 primers locally. Perhaps one of your hunting buddies reloads and can help you out.
By Mike K.
Alaska
Quit Working
January 8, 2022
I have an Alfa that I used for probably three seasons. It has stopped revolving to the next blank. I am really disappointed as I thought this brand and model costing over $200 would be durable. It lasted only a little longer than the last THREE cheap pistols I owned. I want one to last!
By Steven
STEVENSVILLE, MT
209 blank pistol
November 4, 2021
Very solidly built, easy to clean and maintain.
By Mark
Howell, N.J.
A professional tool for your dog training needs
September 28, 2021
Revolver arrived quickly and had obviously been cared for before delivery, coming with preservative oil all over the parts.Cleaned oil off, dry fired, and several days later actually used the revolver.Worked flawlessly. Revolver is very well made and is a high quality arm. Double action fire is smooth and "lock-up" is perfect. Single action fire is equally flawless. To be frank, it has a better trigger pull than my Colt Detective Special.
Pros
Well made, a professional tool. Smooth double action trigger pull. Smooth single action lock-up and trigger pull. I would anticipate this arm will last a lifetime for the average hunter-trainer.
Cons
Heavy to carry, but, that's what you get with a quality tool such as this. A good belt for your holster will help support this weight, just as when carrying a handgun.
By Sean
Greenfield, Massachusetts
Great starter pistol
September 24, 2021
This 209 starter pistol is perfect! This is the first I have owned, but I have borrowed many different models. The Alfa 209 surpasses them all. Easy to clean, great feel in the hand, smooth action, perfect weight. It is the first starter pistol that didn't make me feel like I was fumbling with a kid's cap gun. ( I am 6'4, 250lbs)I used it recently for 2 Junior hunt tests, to great effect. I familiarized myself with it and did some steady training with my dog before the tests. I went in with total confidence in the Alfa 209. Zero fear that it would fail or hang me up.
Pros
-Feels like a standard pistol in the hand
- Double action
-Easy to clean
-comfortable textured rubberized grip
-ejector makes unloading a snap
-swing out cylinder makes loading easy
Cons
-full frame, so a holster would be better than a pocket.
By Dan H.
Dayton, Nevada
So Far So Good
August 20, 2021
I ordered this to replace my old starter pistol. I am totally pleased. I haven't had any misfires like my old one. Works great.
By Randy
Idaho
Starter Pistol
June 6, 2021
Nice pistol, works great, very comfortable to handle.
Pros
good grip
Easy to load
By Marc W.
Midwest
So far so good
June 2, 2021
I had problems with another brand of starter pistols. Hoping this one lasts longer. Seems like the quality is better. The other brand eventually the 209 primers wouldn't fire. I assumed it was the firing pin. The other brand would just send me a new one. The other brand should last more than 100 rounds
By Donald B.
48324
Hits the spot every time.
May 20, 2021
This is the third 209 gun I have purchased. Should have purchased this one first. 'Nuff' said.
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