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98% Recommend this product (95 of 97 responses)
By Lee
Rural RI
Review for Alfa 209 Primer Starter Pistol
November 5, 2014
Rugged and loud. When small fireworks were legalized in RI about ten years ago, I started using 22 blanks to keep Canadian geese from destroying my lawn on the river's edge. Now the 209's do it. My dogs also perk up when they hear the pop, and they come in to me if they are out in the fields. The low cost of the primers is the main reason for getting the Alfa pistol, and even though I've already had one jam in the first fifty rounds, the gun seems solid and easy to use.
By SW
FL
Review for Alfa 209 Primer Starter Pistol
November 4, 2014
Louder than a 22. Maybe not so good for starting a pup, but good for competitions.
By Robert L.
CT
Review for Alfa 209 Primer Starter Pistol
September 8, 2014
It's everything that I had expected.
By Robert L.
CT
Review for Alfa 209 Primer Starter Pistol
August 30, 2014
I couldn't be happier with it.
By David M.
TX
Review for Alfa 209 Primer Starter Pistol
August 26, 2014
Very nice blank gun. High quality, solid feel and balance. Runs good single or double-action. Pretty loud, which is the desired result. I would endorse this model to anyone who is serious about their tools and training.
By Ron J.
MI
Review for Alfa 209 Primer Starter Pistol
May 30, 2014
Excellent starter pistol and functions great. Just a bit heavier than expected. Other than that, it's nice.
By Deb A.
SD
Review for Alfa 209 Primer Starter Pistol
April 9, 2014
Placed my order on a Sunday, and it was at my house in 2 days!
By Steven P.
TX
Review for Alfa 209 Primer Starter Pistol
November 27, 2013
Super nice! Works every time!
By Gregory L.
Review for Alfa 209 Primer Starter Pistol
November 12, 2013
Like all guns, you must clean it occassionally. Otherwise works great. No problems and fired hundreds of times
By Harold P.
WI
Review for Alfa 209 Primer Starter Pistol
October 31, 2013
After 4 years. I wish that I bought it sooner
Never failed. My other cheaper pistols broke & had to be replaced after 2 years!
By David S.
Review for Alfa 209 Primer Starter Pistol
October 22, 2013
worth every penny
By Clark T.
Review for Alfa 209 Primer Starter Pistol
November 16, 2012
Had mine for two years use at PD in swat training best one I ever bought others give out after a month or two
By Douglas M.
SC
Review for Alfa 209 Primer Starter Pistol
September 1, 2011
Very reliable, easy to load and unload. Will last a very long time.
By Angie H.
WI
Review for Alfa 209 Primer Starter Pistol
August 29, 2011
It a great tool for training. The gun is very realistic when used for training in the field.
By Will S.
Review for Alfa 209 Primer Starter Pistol
August 5, 2011
Love the Alfa 209. Best starter pistol/blank gun I have ever owned. Durable, reliable, and no issues. I have recommended it to friends.
By Felicia R.
OK
Review for Alfa 209 Primer Starter Pistol
August 5, 2011
The 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.
By T T.
Review for Alfa 209 Primer Starter Pistol
August 5, 2011
I 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.
By Anthony C.
TX
Review for Alfa 209 Primer Starter Pistol
August 5, 2011
Worked every time. Easy to use. Primers are easy to find.
By Jeff M.
OR
Review for Alfa 209 Primer Starter Pistol
July 27, 2011
Built like a gun, not a toy.
By Mike P.
IL
Review for Alfa 209 Primer Starter Pistol
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-
By Mark H.
Review for Alfa 209 Primer Starter Pistol
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....
By John L.
SD
Review for Alfa 209 Primer Starter Pistol
July 27, 2011
Winchester primers work the best, others must expand when fired and don't eject easy
By George M.
Review for Alfa 209 Primer Starter Pistol
July 27, 2011
Very happy with the pistol. Thank You.
By Rick C.
IA
Review for Alfa 209 Primer Starter Pistol
July 27, 2011
Works great!!
By James C.
VA
Review for Alfa 209 Primer Starter Pistol
July 26, 2011
Works fine with no problems.
By Tim H.
Review for Alfa 209 Primer Starter Pistol
July 26, 2011
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.
By Tim R.
TX
Review for Alfa 209 Primer Starter Pistol
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.
By Perry P.
MN
Review for Alfa 209 Primer Starter Pistol
July 26, 2011
Its a great training tool and always fires!!
By Jim W.
NJ
Review for Alfa 209 Primer Starter Pistol
July 26, 2011
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
By Pat S.
WI
Review for Alfa 209 Primer Starter Pistol
July 26, 2011
The 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.
By Paul H.
IL
Review for Alfa 209 Primer Starter Pistol
July 26, 2011
Fires reliably but is too heavy and should have been manufactured with an eight shot cylinder
By Scott B.
TX
Review for Alfa 209 Primer Starter Pistol
July 26, 2011
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.
By Stephen
IL
Review for Alfa 209 Primer Starter Pistol
July 26, 2011
Awesome!!!
By Stephen Z.
NJ
Review for Alfa 209 Primer Starter Pistol
July 26, 2011
good solid pistol, way better than the cheap versions.....fairly loud report for primer used....overall quite satisfied
By Lon
WA
Review for Alfa 209 Primer Starter Pistol
July 26, 2011
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.
By Steve G.
NE
Review for Alfa 209 Primer Starter Pistol
July 26, 2011
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
By Michael A.
NY
Review for Alfa 209 Primer Starter Pistol
July 26, 2011
Great quality and reliability
By Thaddeus B.
Review for Alfa 209 Primer Starter Pistol
July 26, 2011
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.
By Michael B.
AK
Review for Alfa 209 Primer Starter Pistol
July 26, 2011
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.
By No N.
Review for Alfa 209 Primer Starter Pistol
July 26, 2011
excellent product
By Jack G.
Review for Alfa 209 Primer Starter Pistol
July 26, 2011
stainless steel would be better
By M G.
OR
Review for Alfa 209 Primer Starter Pistol
July 26, 2011
I like the weight and it is easy to load.
By Roger G.
Review for Alfa 209 Primer Starter Pistol
July 26, 2011
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
By Stan S.
MB
Review for Alfa 209 Primer Starter Pistol
July 26, 2011
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
By Kaj L.
KS
Review for Alfa 209 Primer Starter Pistol
July 26, 2011
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!
By Luis B.
Review for Alfa 209 Primer Starter Pistol
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!
By Leroy B.
MD
Review for Alfa 209 Primer Starter Pistol
July 26, 2011
reliable shoots every time
holding up very well with frequent use
have recomended it to several others, all are pleased
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