Fancy dress prop recommendation - Colt Peacemaker / cowboy gun?

**Gurmot** · 13th December 2018, 11:06

A bit of an odd one I know, but I'm going to cowboy themed fancy dress thing on New Year's eve and I am just considering my options. Do I spend £10 on plastic kid's gun and throw it away or a bit more an get something to keep? I'm sure there will be a few rounds (caps) let off at midnight and I would like to join in!

Anyone have any insight? The usual sources (ebay, Amazon) bring up a toys of undefinable quality and size and google shows it's possible to spend a couple hundred £'s on serious replicas but I fancy something mid range, around £50?

Cheers - Simon

**Tifa** · 13th December 2018, 11:34

Go for the the cheap gun.
The cheaper the better.
An expensive or accurate replica will mark you out as an anorak.

**aa388** · 13th December 2018, 12:31

A few caps out of a good replica let off in public might just get you a visit from a few with Glocks that will neither be impressed or use blanks.

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**seadog1408** · 13th December 2018, 12:38

http://specialreplicas.com/category/colts

any good?

**number2** · 13th December 2018, 12:40

Originally Posted by aa388

A few caps out of a good replica let off in public might just get you a visit from a few with Glocks that will neither be impressed or use blanks.

This^^^^ I had a replica PPK that we'd used in amdram, the noise was deafening when firing a round, much more than required at a party.

**Der Amf** · 13th December 2018, 12:55

Originally Posted by Tifa

An expensive or accurate replica will mark you out as an anorak.

At best

**Gurmot** · 13th December 2018, 13:41

Originally Posted by aa388

A few caps out of a good replica let off in public might just get you a visit from a few with Glocks that will neither be impressed or use blanks.

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It will be midnight, new year's eve, in a village hall, in the middle of nowhere. I think I am prepared to take the risk of a few caps going off amongst all the fireworks.

**Gurmot** · 13th December 2018, 13:43

Originally Posted by Tifa

Go for the the cheap gun.
The cheaper the better.
An expensive or accurate replica will mark you out as an anorak.

It's a very friendly village with a good sense of humour and some extreme characters. I'm not worried about being thought of as an anorak.

**Chris_in_the_UK** · 13th December 2018, 13:44

Originally Posted by Gurmot

It will be midnight, new year's eve, in a village hall, in the middle of nowhere. I think I am prepared to take the risk of a few caps going off amongst all the fireworks.

Good luck with that one.

**Saint-Just** · 13th December 2018, 13:45

Originally Posted by Gurmot

It will be midnight, new year's eve, in a village hall, in the middle of nowhere. I think I am prepared to take the risk of a few caps going off amongst all the fireworks.

Interesting to hear you’d be prepared to be a midnight cowboy

**Gurmot** · 13th December 2018, 13:57

Originally Posted by Saint-Just

Interesting to hear you’d be prepared to be a midnight cowboy

**Gurmot** · 13th December 2018, 14:10

Originally Posted by seadog1408

http://specialreplicas.com/category/colts

any good?

Just looking at them thanks. In Poland.

**seadog1408** · 13th December 2018, 15:40

Originally Posted by Gurmot

Just looking at them thanks. In Poland.

Sorry Simon, didn't notice that, here is a uk one.

https://www.battleorders.co.uk/colle...ollection/guns

mike

**Gurmot** · 13th December 2018, 16:11

Originally Posted by seadog1408

Sorry Simon, didn't notice that, here is a uk one.

https://www.battleorders.co.uk/colle...ollection/guns

mike

Perfect. I have made an enquiry :)

**oldoakknives** · 13th December 2018, 16:48

Something plastic and as obviously fake as possible would be the safest bet. Previous posts weren't too cautious.

**JonRA** · 13th December 2018, 17:21

Originally Posted by oldoakknives

Something plastic and as obviously fake as possible would be the safest bet. Previous posts weren't too cautious.

This. If not sure, Google 'replica firearm in public place'

**Mr.D** · 14th December 2018, 10:03

Not a good idea. If its any way realistic and you are in a public place for any length of time you are exposed to numerous potential problems. Most of which will boil down to you being in the wrong if someone reports you.

**Captain Morgan** · 15th December 2018, 08:14

I believed that now all blank firing replicas had to be finished in day glo colours to try and help prevent the police from ‘gatting’ citizens in error and that you needed some kind of certification and valid reason such as prop provision for the film and tv industry.

**Gurmot** · 15th December 2018, 09:05

Thanks for all the advice. I have gone for the “obvious toy” option.

**JonRA** · 15th December 2018, 10:03

Sadly it's a sign of the times that that is the wise choice. Have a great time 😀

**VDG** · 15th December 2018, 19:09

Originally Posted by Gurmot

Thanks for all the advice. I have gone for the “obvious toy” option.

One of these?

**seadog1408** · 15th December 2018, 19:12

Originally Posted by Captain Morgan

I believed that now all blank firing replicas had to be finished in day glo colours to try and help prevent the police from ‘gatting’ citizens in error and that you needed some kind of certification and valid reason such as prop provision for the film and tv industry.

No....

**Claret67** · 15th December 2018, 19:33

Try this for size https://www.amazon.co.uk/Loftus-Powe...with+Bang+sign

Think its relatively safe.

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**Captain Morgan** · 15th December 2018, 20:28

Originally Posted by Captain Morgan

I believed that now all blank firing replicas had to be finished in day glo colours to try and help prevent the police from ‘gatting’ citizens in error and that you needed some kind of certification and valid reason such as prop provision for the film and tv industry.

Originally Posted by seadog1408

No....

I’d like to thank you for your erudite and illuminating reply.

This would seem to support my understanding http://21infantry.co.uk/forum/printthread.php?tid=12

Perhaps you could throw some more light on this?

Did you mean the omission on my part that anyone over 18 can buy the day-glo option, but for realistic blank firing replicas have the restrictions?

**seadog1408** · 15th December 2018, 20:53

It's perfectly legal for Simon to purchase a current replica 6 gun for his New Years celebrations.

as for anything else may I suggest you bugger off back to your much loved Brexit thread and argue with your cronies there.

**Gurmot** · 15th December 2018, 21:00

Originally Posted by seadog1408

It's perfectly legal for Simon to purchase a current replica 6 gun for his New Years celebrations.

as for anything else may I suggest you bugger off back to your much loved Brexit thread and argue with your cronies there.

**Captain Morgan** · 15th December 2018, 21:02

Originally Posted by seadog1408

It's perfectly legal for Simon to purchase a current replica 6 gun for his New Years celebrations.

as for anything else may I suggest you bugger off back to your much loved Brexit thread and argue with your cronies there.

And a merry Xmas to you too dear xxx

**Captain Morgan** · 15th December 2018, 21:17

Hmmmmm...

Originally Posted by https://www.grahamcurriemilitaria.co.uk/index.php/weaponry/replica-a-blank-firing-guns/pistols

REPLICA & BLANK FIRING PISTOLS

To Comply With The VCR Act Any Purchaser Must Be A Member Of A Re-Enactment Club Or Similar, Film Or Stage Production, Museum, Etc.

Or Guns Can Be Painted In A Bright Colour - Please Ask For Details.

The Above Does Not Apply To Replicas of 'Antique' Guns (Pre 1870 Type Actions).

Please Check Out The Airsoft Section For Other Realistic Looking Pistols Suitable For Stage & Film Productions.

Originally Posted by http://www.sofmilitary.co.uk/denix-m1911a1-colt-45-pistol-replica-field-strips-with-wood-grips-product,20932

The replica guns are sold as props for film, theatre and re-enactment use. We can only ship them to a UK address via courier (excluding the Isle of Man, Isle of Scilly and the Channel Islands which we cannot ship to because of flight restrictions). Sorry we cannot send them outside of the U.K. They are made to look and feel realistic and although they are made from metal, it is not a gun metal and they are designed so they cannot chamber or fire any rounds of ammunition. They are designed for prop use and they have moving parts, although excessive use will wear the parts out, worn out parts are not covered by the warranty and the manufacture does not make or supply spare parts.
Please read the following restrictions. Due to the current British law it is illegal to sell this reproduction firearm to anyone apart from to the following people or organisations;
Museum or gallery
Theatrical performances
Films and television programmes
Historical re-enactments events
Members of re-enactment or military vehicle groups
Crown servants for the purpose of employment

We must obtain proof that you fall into one of these groups before we can send your order. Acceptable proof would be;
A letter from the museum or theatre company
A letter from the commissioning film/TV company
A copy of your re-enactment/military vehicle membership card and relevant insurance certificate
Proof of requirement for use in conjunction with employment (Crown Servant) e.g. Letter from commanding officer/manager confirming the use is for the purposes of employment such as training

You can send a copy by post, fax or e-mail quoting your order ref.

**seadog1408** · 15th December 2018, 21:22

Again, Simon is after a colt peacemaker, exempt pre 1870, also cannot be adapted.

now I understand you are an argumentative f*ck, and had to run off to the draft thread because you felt slighted on this thread but please just pi$$ of back to the bear pit to argue Brexit as it suits your acidic nature better.

**Captain Morgan** · 15th December 2018, 21:46

Originally Posted by seadog1408

Again, Simon is after a colt peacemaker, exempt pre 1870, also cannot be adapted.

now I understand you are an argumentative ****, and had to run off to the draft thread because you felt slighted on this thread but please just %%$$ of back to the bear pit to argue Brexit as it suits your acidic nature better.

So let’s get this right you respond to my post with a unhelpful single word response, make no attempt to open a dialogue or clarify any misunderstanding. I respond and ask for clarification and you can’t/won’t and tell me to bugger off.

I quote multiple sellers who clearly state rules relating to replica gun sales and you dish out more abuse... I suggest you have a look in the mirror and re-evaluate who’s argumentative and acidic...

As for the op buying a peacemaker well, it looks like the sellers belive they fall within the restricted category, but what would they know, they just sell them.
http://www.sofmilitary.co.uk/blank-f...-product,20512

I’ll await your apology...

**VDG** · 15th December 2018, 21:52

Ha ha ha I just remembered that there is a Brexit thread or two running in the CessPit, that must be busy with all that idiocy playing out IRL Pump up that bandwidth chaps!

Originally Posted by Captain Morgan

I’ll await your apology...

I suggest tactical handbags at dawn.

**Gurmot** · 16th December 2018, 00:17

Who would have thought a thread regarding dressing up as a cowboy on New Year’s Eve could cause an argument? People need to lighten up a bit, life’s too short!

**seadog1408** · 16th December 2018, 00:53

Originally Posted by Gurmot

Who would have thought a thread regarding dressing up as a cowboy on New Year’s Eve could cause an argument? People need to lighten up a bit, life’s too short!

Here you are Simon, available now.

https://www.battleorders.co.uk/colle...s-47-1062-1wnp

Mike

**seadog1408** · 16th December 2018, 00:56

Originally Posted by Captain Morgan

Blah, blah
I’ll await your apology...

Ha ha, eejit.

just go back to the pit to lick rings and join in the bullying, it suits you.

**Captain Morgan** · 16th December 2018, 01:03

Originally Posted by seadog1408

Ha ha, eejit.

just go back to the pit to lick rings and join in the bullying, it suits you.

Ahh didums does the poor sweary man feel bullied, you really should be less thin skinned dear.

btw Simon had asked for a gun that fired caps did he not, don’t think the one you linked to matches the criteria xxx.

**Saint-Just** · 16th December 2018, 01:39

Seriously, they’re legal to buy but to carry around in this climate?
The chances that it goes wrong are small, but if they do the consequences are genuinely not worth it.

**oldoakknives** · 16th December 2018, 01:46

Originally Posted by Gurmot

Thanks for all the advice. I have gone for the “obvious toy” option.

It's a wise choice. And shouldn't spoil the fun, but just might prevent any problems.

**Mr.D** · 16th December 2018, 19:01

Originally Posted by Saint-Just

Seriously, they’re legal to buy but to carry around in this climate?
The chances that it goes wrong are small, but if they do the consequences are genuinely not worth it.

Correct. He could buy a replica AK47 and be fine but walking about in public with even a moderately realistic toy is not a smart thing to do.

Leave your guns at home son don't bring your guns to town son

**snowman** · 16th December 2018, 22:06

You guys are out of touch.

It's not legal to SELL someone a replica anything unless they have a defence under the VCRA outlined earlier.

You can only be sold a RIF if it's dayglo'd without such a defence.

New Years Eve parties are not a valid defence...

M

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**Tifa** · 16th December 2018, 22:44

Originally Posted by Gurmot

Who would have thought a thread regarding dressing up as a cowboy on New Year’s Eve could cause an argument? People need to lighten up a bit, life’s too short!

Exactly

Pistols at dawn anyone?
Oh...wait.....

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