How Loud is a Blank Gun?

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Here's a quick breakdown of some popular blank gun bullets in South Africa, ranked by loudness. Going from Victory Sport to Kaizer to Codex  and lastly to Ozkursan:

 

💥1. Victory Sport (V.Sport):

• Loudness: 150 to 160 decibels
  
• Profile: Extremely loud. A top choice for maximum deterrent effect or film realism.
  
• Use: Ideal for self-defense, offering an explosive sound to the user, as a means to intimidate aggressors. 

💥2. Kaizer:

• Loudness: 145 to 155 decibels
  
• Profile: Delivers a sharp, punchy crack. Not far off in intensity to Victory Sport.
  
• Use: Common in personal protection kits and training.
  

💥3. Codex:

• Loudness: 135 to 145 decibels
  
• Profile: A moderate round that offers a decent sound intensity. 
• Use: Preferred for training environments and airsoft realism.
  

💥4. Ozkursan:

• Loudness: 125 to 140 decibels
  
• Profile: One of the quieter options available but they are still loud enough to challenge a firework.
  
• Use: Suitable for beginner users, practice drills, or indoor simulation (with ear protection).

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Featured Blank Guns in South Africa

Looking for a solid blank gun? These are popular options among South African customers for both power and price:

 

🔫 Baredda S56

The BAREDDA S56 is a replica of the CZ model 75.

It features an all-metal design w/ polymer gripstock that are faintly long triangle checkered, which does offer a respectable amount of traction. 

Similar to most CZ pistols, the uncocked gun will have its trigger forwarded and the scallop accordingly, will appear pronounced.

 

🔫 Kuzey GN19

Closest resemblance to the GLOCK 19 Gen 3 in 9x22mm P.A commercially available. The dimensions feel quite accurate and, by wielding this pistol, one who owns a GLOCK 19, would undoubtedly agree.

 

🔫 Blow F92

The BLOW F92 is a 1:1 BERETTA 92 / VEKTOR Z88 pistol replica in terms of appearance and functions almost exactly the way its firearm counterpart does;

You have the all-metal vintage build of the gun w/out any under barrel Picatinny rail or otherwise any obvious mounting space for optics - the top of the slide is cropped, leaving the rounded upper half of the barrel exposed.

 

🔫 Retay G19C

The G19C is a loose replica of the GLOCK 19C.

The frame of this pistol is completely polymer, w/ a metal slide, steel barrel and receiver, which altogether, is quite lightweight, unlike your blank guns replicating vintage firearms.

 

🔫 SUR Arms 2004

The SUR Arms 2004 is a Polymer frame blank gun and likely the lightest subcompact pistol you'll find locally on the market. It features a slimline single-stack handle, but has a bit of length to it to offset the lacking width, for those who have larger hands. Both the front and rear of the handle are horizontally grated for improved handling traction, with a long curved shin on the magazine floorplate that acts as a cup for your ring finger, improving handling.

 

🔫 EKOL Major

This is the EKOL MAJOR, a lovely, if not excellent, replica of the WALTHER PPK pistol. As with all EKOL branded pistols, they are high engineering standard, the build quality on them are sound, all moving parts actuate positively and the finish on them are durable. EKOL is one of the only blank gun manufacturers we know of, that blues their blank guns and serializes the frames using dot matrix print.

 

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Why Use a Blank Gun in South Africa?

Blank guns aren’t just about the bang, they serve practical purposes for South Africans:

🛡️ 1. Self-Defense

• The loud sound of a blank gun can scare off intruders or attackers.
  
• Many models can also fire pepper rounds (if supported), offering a non-lethal but effective deterrent.
  
• In home invasion scenarios, just the blast of a loud blank cartridge like Victory Sport can be enough to send criminals running.

🎯 2. Training & Simulation

• Used by security firms and firearm instructors across South Africa to prepare trainees for real-life conditions.
  
  
• Helps users build muscle memory and get used to gunfire stress without the dangers of live rounds.

🎬 3. Film & Theatre

• Blank guns are widely used in South African film productions to simulate gunfire.
  
  
• The loud bang and muzzle flash add authenticity — especially when paired with Victory Sport or Kaizer rounds.
  
  
  

Are blank guns legal in South Africa?

Blank guns are legal to own and purchase in South Africa without needing a licence because they are classified within flare gun regulations.

 Legal Highlights:

• Must be 18+ to buy blanks, retailers will request ID.
  
• Carrying a blank gun in public, especially visibly, can lead to panic or police response.
  
• If you point or discharge a blank gun in public, it could be treated similarly to a real weapon in court.
  
• Modifying a blank gun to fire live rounds is strictly illegal and a serious offense.
  
• Always use blank guns safely, privately, and responsibly.

For more information about blank gun licences, read our blog: Do you need a license to own a blank gun in South Africa?

 

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Safety Measures for Blank Guns:

While blank guns don't fire projectiles, this doesn't mean they hazard free and to avoid any unwanted scenarios you should take the following safety precautions:

• Hearing Protection: One single shot is damaging to hearing, use earplugs or earmuffs. 
  
• Never Fire at Point Blank Range: With blank rounds, plastic wadding, and other components, discharging a firearm at close, will lead to being injured.
  
• Never Point at People: Even if it is "just a blank", do not aim at any part of a person’s face or body. 
  
  
• Ammunition labeled as ‘no kill’ must be of certified quality and properly tested to guarantee performance, unlike untested or low-grade alternatives.
  
  
• Keep blank guns, out of the reach of children.

 

Conclusion: Loud, Legal & Useful

 

So, how loud is a blank gun?

Extremely loud. Blank guns can be used for self-defense, training, or in film production. These firearms can produce a loud bang sometimes even exceeding 160 decibels so you should always use ear plugs when firing a blank gun.

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