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DELUXE Retriev-R-Trainer Dummy Launcher Kit

Our Best-Selling RRT Combo. Get your retriever excited about training.

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Includes the Retriev-R-Trainer dummy launcher, a white RRT Canvas Dummy, a white Plastic Dummy, RRT cleaning kit, 100 rounds of medium power charges / dummy loads and RRT instructions -- all in a custom fitted carrying case. Recommended.

The Retriev-R-Trainer should only be used with dogs which have already been satisfactorily conditioned to gunfire. The use of "heavy" loads will shorten the useful life of the dummies. To prevent molding or premature deterioration, dry the canvas dummy thoroughly following retrieves in water. Increased distance can be obtained by using the plastic dummy and by varying the angle of fire.

For safety purposes, we recommend that you handle the Retriev-R-Trainer as you would a firearm.

NOTE: When training on water, make sure the launch tube in each dummy is dry before re-launching. If water is in the launch tube when the dummy is placed on the launcher, it can enter the firing port, drowning the load and causing a misfire. We recommend having multiple dummies available so the wet ones can dry between launches.

Retriev-R-Trainer Instructions

The Retriev-R-Trainer is a practical aid for training retrievers. Training dummies designed for the use with it can be power thrown two to three times farther than hand-thrown dummies. They are useful on land or water. Extra dummies can be used to throw doubles, triples, etc. The Retriev-R-Trainer uses blank power charges for throwing power. The accompanying report eliminates the need for a blank pistol.

Blank Power Charges:

Choose your power charge based on the distance you wish to throw the dummy. Use only those charges intended for the Retriev-R-Trainer:

Light Green Load -- Distance of approximately 150'

Medium Yellow Load -- Distance of approximately 175'

Heavy Red Load -- Distance of approximately 200'

Maintenance:

User must thoroughly clean the barrel, chamber, and hinge areas with a good gun cleaning solvent after each use. Failure to properly maintain the RRT Launcher may result in serious injury or death. You may purchase the RRT Cleaning Kit to simplify this process. A small amount of gun oil applied to the hinge area after cleaning will help to ensure smooth operation. Cleaning of the chamber can be enhanced by using a .22 caliber wire brush. Also, thoroughly clean and dry the inside of the dummy tube after each launch to be certain that, prior to each time you launch the dummy from your launcher, it is free of debris both internally and externally. Failure to properly maintain the aluminum insert tube in your dummy may result in serious injury or death. A rubber "O" Ring in a grove near the outer end of the barrel provides a seal for the release gases of the power charge. This "O" Ring will wear causing some of the gases to escape, thereby reducing the flight distance of the dummy. Apply a thin coat of Vaseline, or any other lubricant safe for use on rubber components, to prevent drying and cracking of the o-ring. Replacement "O" Rings are available separately.

Preparation for Firing:

Place an RRT training dummy over the barrel and slide it down. The distance of the throw can be controlled by how far the dummy is placed down the barrel -- all the way for maximum distance, less for shorter throws.

Open the breech by pressing the thumb release/latch located in the middle of the launcher just above the hand grip. The launcher will now pivot open exposing the open chamber for receiving the blank power charge. Fully seat the charge in the chamber as you would a single shot rifle or shotgun.

Close the unit and press the thumb latch to insure that it is fully closed.

Launching:

Firmly grasp the launcher handle in one hand with the thumb latch oriented toward the shoulder of the holding arm. The heel of the holding hand should be facing the thumb latch and your fingers should be wrapped firmly around the grip. Your thumb will be closest to the Pull Knob. Bend the elbow slightly and position the launcher about waist high and one foot from your body. Aim about 45° from the horizontal off to your side toward the target area. Pull the firing knob back to its fully extended position and release it to launch.

NOTE: NEVER DRY FIRE your Retriev-R-Trainer!

Cautions and Warnings:

Your RRT Launcher is not a firearm, but the same handling, care, and safety precautions must be exercised. Your Retriev-R-Trainer is provided with certain built-in safety features, but these are not substitutes for safe handling practices, which include the use of ear and eye protection as well as the use of heavy leather gloves.

Firing the dummy is equivalent to firing a six- to eight-ounce bullet. A heavy recoil and loud report should be expected, especially when using red power loads. ALWAYS use eye and ear protection and wear heavy leather gloves when firing.

Expect a loud report when the launcher is fired. Prolonged exposure to loud report may affect hearing to dogs and surrounding persons.

Never attempt to load your Retriev-R-Trainer with bullets or charges other than those recommended.

Always remove the training dummy from the barrel of the launcher before storage.

Before loading or firing, ALWAYS make sure the barrel and the metal insert in the dummy are free of obstructions.

The Retriev-R-Trainer is NOT A TOY! Do not allow children to play with or operate the unit.

NEVER POINT OR FIRE The Retriev-R-Trainer AT A PERSON OR ANIMAL!

DELUXE Retriev-R-Trainer Kit

The RRT kit combines the original handheld dummy launcher with everything you need to get started, including 100 medium loads, a cleaning kit, and a handy case to carry it all around with you.

Transcript from Steve's Video:

The Retriev-R-Trainer comes in a deluxe kit. The deluxe kits include the handheld launcher, 100 of the medium power loads, a PVC plastic dummy, a canvas dummy with a red streamer, a pistol cleaning kit that's going to cover everything that you need to keep your Retriev-R-Trainer in good shape, plus a hard-shell carrying case.

There's several different styles of dummies for the Retriev-R-Trainer. This is showing just two of them. This is your canvas dummy. So, as it's coming down you are going to get some movement. It's going to help the dog with marking.

Then we've got the PVC dummies. We prefer these for water work. It's a little bit smaller and it's a plastic dummy. Red is similar to orange in that it's difficult for a dog to see. So you want to keep that in mind. These come in all sorts of different colors, all sorts of different styles. So if you are looking for some variation we've got it.

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DELUXE Retriev-R-Trainer Dummy Launcher Kit

Our Best-Selling RRT Combo. Get your retriever excited about training.

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Retriev-R-Trainer Instructions

Blank Power Charges:

Maintenance:

Preparation for Firing:

Launching:

Cautions and Warnings:

DELUXE Retriev-R-Trainer Kit

"Love this product, helped our Lab get over his gun shyness. He is a retrieving fool now."

Penny Kroeger From IN

Labrador.

Hunts. Family pet.

"My pup is in love with retrieving, and it helps her perfect her tracking in the air."

Shane

"My dogs love this thing... Until I break down and buy a remote launcher, this is the ticket."

Mick

Hunts. Family pet.

"Just bringing it out gets the dog fired up."

R H From FL

Black lab.

Hunts.

"Great product. Exactly what we expected, and a great training aid for the dogs!"

David Hummfrom VA

Family pet.

"This is a great way to introduce a gunshot to any young pup."

Robert Willmers From IA

Hunts. Family pet.

"Significantly improved the distances I can work my dog"

David Howdyshell From OH

Hunts. Family pet.

"It does everything I need and then some."

Todd Turgeon From CA

"He couldn't wait to try it and used almost the whole pack of "bullets" that it comes with."

Holly From MD

Hunts.

"Everything you need in a nice case."

Randy Nemetz From WI

Hunts. Family pet.

"Training alone most of the time this really helps"

Johnny Robinson From TX

Labrador.

Hunts. Family pet.

"Works excellent for a hunting retriever."

James Brooks From Nm

Belgian Malanois.

"Our dog is nuts about this product."

Elizabeth Dean From CO

Hunts.

"I got this for my father in law for Christmas, and this thing is awesome!"

Roxanne Galyen From IL

Hunts.

"Works great. Both dogs love it."

Joseph Jr From NJ

Hunts. Family pet. Competes.

"Giving it to my grandson for his birthday"

Janice Mills From AZ

German short hair.

Hunts.

"Everything works great."

Robert Willmers From IA

Hunts. Family pet.

"Perfect for training my lab."

Paul Goetzke

Hunts.

"Lots of fun. Great service, and quick delivery."

Brian Seals From IL

Hunts. Family pet.

"A great training tool."

James Lentz From OH

Hunts.

"Very happy!!"

Brian Meehan From PA

Hunts.

"Thoroughly impressed with how much my dog loves this launcher."

Austin Hallberg From MN

Hunts. Family pet.

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