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Blank Guns

NeonSales is South Africa's leading online blank gun store and the most trusted place to buy blank guns in South Africa. We've shipped thousands of blank guns nationwide since 2014, backed by verified 5-star reviews, brand warranties and same-week delivery. Every blank gun in our range is a 9mm P.A.K. replica from a trusted manufacturer, including Retay, Zoraki, Aksa, Kuzey, Ekol and Sur Arms. No generic no-name imports.

Whether you're buying your first blank gun or adding to an existing collection, you'll find the right model here at the right price.

Blank Guns Under R1,000

Looking for a blank gun under R1,000? The Sur Arms 2004 Blank Gun + 10 Blanks is our most affordable listing at just R999, and it comes bundled with 10 blank rounds to get you started straight out of the box. It's a fully functional 9mm P.A.K. blank pistol with a cycling slide, shell ejection and a realistic report. This is the same P.A.K. platform as our premium models, just at a price point that makes sense for first-time buyers.

If your budget stretches further, our mid-range and premium blank guns from Retay, Zoraki and others offer enhanced build quality, metal finishes and tighter slide tolerances, starting from around R1,200.

What Is a Blank Gun?

A blank gun is a replica firearm that fires blank cartridges. No bullet, no projectile. The barrel is permanently blocked and unrifled, so it physically cannot chamber or discharge live ammunition. When you pull the trigger on a blank firing gun, the cartridge ignites, the slide cycles, a spent casing ejects and you get a loud bang with visible muzzle flash. The mechanics feel real. The danger doesn't.

That's what separates a blank gun from an airgun or a toy. It operates on the same gas-pressure principle as a real pistol, but every blank gun is engineered from the ground up to handle blank pressures only (9x22mm P.A.K., well below 9x19mm service loads).

Who Buys Blank Guns?

Blank guns serve more purposes than most people expect:

  • Self-defence deterrence: a self-defence blank gun produces a report loud enough to stop most threats before they escalate. Blank pepper guns go further by firing OC pepper cartridges alongside the bang.
  • Firearms training: draw-and-fire drills, malfunction clearing and holster work without the liability of live rounds. Compact G19-style blank pistols suit carry training; full-size 92 and 1911 frames are better for range technique.
  • Film, theatre and reenactment: blank firing pistols deliver on-camera realism that props and sound effects can't match.
  • Collecting: the weight, finish and mechanical action of a quality blank gun make it a satisfying piece to own and display.
  • Starting and signalling: race starters, maritime signals and wildlife deterrence all rely on the audible crack of a blank firing gun.

NeonSales vs China Mall Blank Guns

Blank guns from China Mall vendors are usually unbranded, sold without warranties and chambered for non-standard cartridges that are hard to replace. When something breaks, and with cheap blank guns built to no particular standard something usually does, there's no support, no spare parts and no recourse.

Every blank gun from NeonSales is different:

  • Branded and warrantied: genuine Retay, Zoraki, Aksa, Kuzey, Ekol and Sur Arms models with manufacturer-backed warranties where applicable.
  • Standard 9mm P.A.K. chambering: cartridges, magazines and spare parts are always available.
  • After-sales support: WhatsApp or call us for advice on models, spares, holster fitment and cartridge selection.
  • Fast nationwide delivery: 2-3 working days, door to door with tracking.

Cheap blank guns don't have to mean poorly made. Our Sur Arms 2004 comes in at just R999, a blank gun under R1,000 that still meets the same manufacturing and safety standards as our top-tier models.

Build & Safety

  • Front-venting designs chambered exclusively for 9x22mm P.A.K. blank cartridges.
  • Permanently blocked, unrifled barrels. No projectile can be loaded or discharged.
  • Compatible with manufacturer-approved blanks and OC pepper cartridges only.

Fitment Guide

Compact blank pistols (G19-pattern frames) fit most universal soft holsters. Full-size blank firing pistols (92 and 1911 patterns) may need brand-specific hard holsters due to slight tolerance differences. Not sure what fits? Ask us. We've matched thousands of blank guns to holsters over the years.

Shop accessories: Blank & Pepper Rounds · Holsters & Bags · Spare Parts

Are Blank Guns Legal in South Africa?

Yes. Blank guns are not classified as firearms under the Firearms Control Act (Act 60 of 2000) because they cannot discharge a projectile. No licence is required to buy or own a blank gun in South Africa. Import regulations are subject to periodic review, so we recommend staying up to date. Read our full legal breakdown here: Do you need a licence for blank guns in South Africa?

Browse our full range of blank guns above, or get in touch for personal recommendations. Add blank and pepper rounds to your order and we'll ship everything together.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I own a blank gun in South Africa, without a license?

In South Africa, blank guns are legal to
own without a license as of current law.

Under the Firearms Control Act, blank-firing pistols are not classified as firearms, so you may own and carry them without a licence in South Africa.

Many South Africans use blank guns for self-defence, training or firing warning shots; but responsible handling and secure storage are essential, because the muzzle blast can still injure someone at close range.

Are blank guns as loud as real guns?

A blank gun creates a loud sound similar to a real firearm but does not fire a projectile

Do blank guns have recoil?

Yes,
blank-firing guns can and do generate recoil, but it is noticeably lighter than that of a live-round firearm.

The kick you feel comes from expanding gases pushing against the slide or bolt, even though no bullet leaves the barrel.

Can I legally carry a blank-firing pistol in public within South Africa?

In South Africa, you can legally carry a blank gun concealed in a holster, but the instant you brandish, point, or fire the blank firearm you risk arrest for intimidation or negligent discharge.

Handle, store, and transport your blank pistol with the same strict gun-safety discipline you would use for a live-ammunition handgun.

Do blank-firing pistols include a safety switch?

High quality blank guns are engineered to replicate real-steel firearms and usually ship with multiple safety features, including a manual thumb or slide-mounted safety switch and robust internal drop safeties.

In contrast, lower-cost starter blank pistols and certain stage revolvers may lack these essential safety switches, so always verify the specs before buying and maintain strict trigger discipline during handling.

Can blank guns fire live rounds?

Blank guns cannot fire live ammunition, their blocked or modified barrels make it impossible for a real bullet to exit the muzzle.

Instead, these non-lethal, blank-firing firearms are engineered to operate only with blanks , delivering the muzzle flash and loud report favoured for self-defence training, starter pistols, and film work.

Are a blank guns effective for self-defence?

Blank guns are prized non-lethal self-defence tools; although they launch no projectile, their deafening report and brilliant muzzle flash create instant, powerful intimidation that startles and deters would-be attackers.

How old must you be to purchase a blank gun in South Africa?

To buy blank guns or blanks in South Africa, you must be at least 18 years old.

How do I maintain a blank gun?

Blank gun maintenance starts after every firing session.

Maintenance is performed by using either simple methods such as cleaning the firearm with oil or other cleaning solutions or more sophisticated practices such as lubricating moving parts with oil/grease and recoating exposed surfaces with protective finishes.

Check out our cleaning & maintainance page: 
https://neonsales.co.za/collections/cleaning-equipment

Do blank bullets do damage?

Blank cartridges frequently contain a paper, wood or plastic plug called a wad that seals the powder in the case. This wad can cause severe penetrating wounds at close range and bruising at medium ranges.