Retriev-R-Trainer Dummy Launcher

Combines the sound of the shot with the flight of the dummy.

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The Retrieve-R-Trainer Dummy Launcher combines the sound of the shot with the flight of the dummy. Varying distances from 100' to 200' can be attained accurately and easily by using different power loads and dummies. The Retrieve-R-Trainer launcher is guaranteed for 3 years from date of purchase against factory defects.

The Retriev-R-Trainer should only be used with dogs that 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 canvas dummies thoroughly following retrieves in water. Increased distance can be obtained by using the plastic dummies 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 handgrip. 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!

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Customer Reviews

Review Summary

4.6

127 Reviews

77% (98)

16% (20)

3% (4)

2% (3)

2% (2)

97% Recommend this product (123 of 127 responses)

By Jonathan

N.Y.

A necessary working tool

October 4, 2025

Been using one of these for thirty years but lost it in a house fire so I bought this as a replacement. The quality is the same but the new one has much better extraction and a much better opening lever. I use this almost every day to get the pups fired up for the coming season and we all love it.

By Scott M.

Elko, Nevada

Dummy Launcher

September 13, 2025

Great product- easy to use!

By John M.

Glyndon, MD

Great quality

June 18, 2025

Love this launcher! Great quality. Easy removal of spent shell case.

By MNScran

Minnesota

Works fine. Powerful!

November 11, 2024

Gave away my last dummy launcher, thinking I was done. (Mistake!) Anyway, picked this up and kind of wish I'd purchased the Deluxe Lucky Launcher. Yeah, it would have been more money, but I really like the pistol grip and ability to launch from my thigh. The Retriev-R- Trainer is 'powerful'. At 70, though, it's a little more than I can appreciate if doing some extended work with it. It's a bit hard on the wrist. Certainly does send a dummy a long way, though..... and I've not had any issues with it!

Pros

Handy size - nice carry case - powerful

Cons

For extended sessions, gets a bit hard on the wrist over time (for an old guy)!

By Steve

Dummy launcher

October 13, 2024

Great product!

Pros

The launch distance is unreal!

Cons

None

By Skip K.

Central Texas

Amazing aide for training

September 1, 2024

This was a fantastic purchase for training my chocolate lab. She is hot on retrieving but became a little gun shy. This helped her overcome that shyness and out her right on track. Didnt expect it to be as loud as it is, but will definitely launch the dummy about 75feet high and about 75 yards on the light loads. When used in conjunction with a bird scent, it is perfect for all your training needs. Very happy with this purchase and the speed in which it was sent. Without a doubt, I will be buying all my dog supplies from Gun Dog Supply!!!!

Pros

Carrying case with enough room to add extras like additional dummies and extra blanks
Two different style dummies
Cleaning supplies (could be more but still good)
Box of light load blanks

Cons

The only con, and its not really a big issue, but the light load blanks were a lot louder than expected.

By Cristina M.

Oxford, NJ

Great Product!

July 29, 2024

We are very happy with our Deluxe Retriev-R-Trainer Dummy Launcher Set. Purchase was super easy, shipping was fast and set up was a breeze. This has been so helpful in getting our dogs to train further and steadier. Cannot recommend the product or Gun Dog Supply enough.

Pros

Transport Case makes it easy!

Cons

Not super easy to utilize by yourself with a dog but with practice we will master that!

By Tim R.

Craig, Colorado

Does everything you would want

April 9, 2024

Very handy for retriever training. Carry case is convenient, but could be a little sturdier. I like that a cleaning kit is included. Overall, it does everything you need.

Pros

Simple to use
Ejects spent shell, I've had some that didn't, big pain prying them out.
Carry case, very handy

Cons

Carry case not very sturdy.

By Jordan

Florida

Perfect thing to get my dog used to gun sounds

December 15, 2023

Works great and my pointer loves it!

By Leland K.

Wise RIver, MT

Just as Advertised

September 30, 2023

I haven't had a chance to use it yet, but all in good condition, instructions well documented. Dogs are excited about the dummies. Can't wait to get out with it an give the Griffs a workout

By Nick

Indiana

A great tool

September 24, 2023

This has been a great tool, easy to use, reliable. It's help my pup with not just her retrieving, but make sure she was comfortable with gun fire.

Pros

Simple, reliable, compact

Cons

Until your pup is fully trained to not leave on the shot, you really will need a friend with you.
I havent found a way to make sure she doesn;t break, and be the one firing it.

By Alexander K.

Mason TN

good equipment

July 6, 2023

This Launcher arrives with clear instructions and is easy to use. Solid built and capable of heavy field use, have found this manufacturer to be very responsive to inquiries,

Pros

easy to use.

Cons

none

By Mark A.

Des Allemands

Great Quality

June 7, 2023

This product is made extremely well and really helped my dog get over the loud sounds of gun shots while rewarding him with a retrieve. My dog gets excited everytime I pull the launcher out now

By Mark

Texas

Retrieve R Trainer

May 23, 2023

Not as user friendly as old model. Grip is rough and if you don't invert your hand to hold it, you can cause injury.

Pros

Firing mechanism

Cons

Grip

By Alex G.

Picayune

Great Dummy Launcher

May 20, 2023

This has been a great tool we've added to our tool bag. We use green loads and it sends the bumpers very good! Only reason I didn't give it 5 Stars is because when you shoot it a couple times you will definitely feel in in your hand...

Pros

Works great!

Cons

Slips through hand a little when shooting it and after a couple times you will feel it in your wrist

By C H.

Illinois

Works good

March 1, 2023

Did have an issue with shipping but customer service was spot on and shipped another right away to avoid a delay. Like the response. Product works well.

By Andy

N/E Ohio

Retriev-R-Trainer Launcher

November 11, 2022

This works very well, I really like the re-designed latch for loading and un-loading the blanks, easy to use I am well pleased

Pros

Love the new re-designed latch, easy to use either by hand or with the shoulder stock. Yes I recommend this product

Cons

None

By Sam

Lexington, Ky

Retriever training alone

July 5, 2022

I can throw a dummy about 30 yards , which is not nearly far enough to train a gun dog . The Retriev R Trainer allows me to launch a dummy 150 yards . My personal rule of thumb , is you need to train at twice the distance you plan your dog to work in a real hunting environment . Your product allows me to be effective by myself . I find your product as a ' must have '

Pros

Well built , reliable , simple to use

Cons

Ships without a shoulder mount handle . Without that addition it is almost impossible to use without injury to your wrist . It should not be sold without this add on .

By Galen

Review for BASIC Retriev-R-Trainer Dummy Launcher Kit

July 13, 2021

I bought to add another to my Versa Launcher and these work great. Makes training alone much better.

By Joe

Minooka Il

RRT dummy launcher

April 16, 2021

Outstanding product made in the USA. Been waiting months to replace my old launcher that finally failed.Knew I wanted a RRT dummy launcher and during this pandemic it's been trying, finally able to seal the deal,.Quality dummy launcher built solid!Kudos to gundog supply,fast shipping and great service!Steve you have fantastic people working for you !

Pros

Built in the USA, quality 3 year warranty

Cons

None

By Mike

Retrev-R-Trainer

January 2, 2021

I bought the Retrev-R-Trainer , because in the past I've also owned the other brands along side the Retrev-R-Trainer. They simply didn't hold up . This was a replacement for my old one which was Forty years old & it went though 1000's of rounds. I never worried about it blowing apart like one of the other brands did in my hand. thank goodness no damage.

Pros

Great piece of equipment well machined. Never worried about it coming apart.

By Stewart

Utah

Dummy launcher

December 20, 2020

Works great so far.

By Rick

Walla Walla WA

Dummy Launcher

November 29, 2020

Great product works as advertised!The service from Gun Dog supply was outstanding.

By Mike

Connecticut

Nice product. Does what you need it to do.

September 14, 2020

I bought this dummy launcher in the spring and am just getting around to using it with my young dog. Everything you need is in the kit, I added only the lower powered, "green loads" to the purchase. The launcher will send the dummies about 30-35 yards with the green loads, and the dummy 1/2 way inserted. With the dummy fully seated it's probably going about 50 yards. The manual that comes with it does explain how to adjust, shorten, the range, by not fully inserting the launcher into the dummy. The yellow loads will send the dummy probably 75+ yards, but that's out of shotgun range on upland birds in New England. It's still fun though. Once the dog gets more used to it, we may use the yellow loads for water work.

Pros

Small, light weight, easy to use and control. Not much recoil at all.

Cons

None. It works just they way it is advertised.

By Customer

Fargo

Thicker projectile rod makes dummies not go as far

September 3, 2020

The launcher's projectile rod is much thicker than my previous one. It makes the dummies a lot harder to put on, thus making the dummies not launch as far because of the friction.

Merchant Response:We had the manufacturer reach out to the customer to check on this one. He just needed to put a little oil on the O-Ring, now the dummy slides on perfectly.

By David B.