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SRS weapons are nothing more than alarm weapons, irritant weapons and signal weapons, which are usually replicas of real pistols and revolvers. With these weapons it is only possible to fire different types of irritant gas and cartridge ammunition as well as pyrotechnic ammunition. For example, a P22 alarm shot has a so-called “gas barrel” with a lock or equivalent device that prevents projectiles from being fired. In the ID Paintball Shop you will mainly find models with 6mm and 9mm calibers. The almost perfect optical replicas of real weapons make the models in the store real eye-catchers. Here you will find alarm guns from Walther, Ekol and Colt in the best quality and workmanship.

Buy alarm guns online

Despite the safety mechanism, the 6mm and 9mm calibres also require a certain level of awareness for SRS weapons. Therefore, although it is possible to buy alarm guns online in our online store, there is a clear restriction. For example, people may only buy a blank firearm in our online store once they have reached the age of 18. We would also like to make it clear at this point that a small firearms license is required to carry a firearm. If you have any questions about individual manufacturers such as Walther or Colt or about models such as special 6mm and 9mm SRS weapons, please contact us.

Note: To purchase scare, stimulus, signal weapons, you must be 18 years of age! You must have reached the age of 18! Carrying without a small arms license is punishable by law.
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Alarm guns are a separate category with clear areas of application and equally clear limitations. They look similar to real firearms, but do not fire projectiles; instead, they use blank cartridges, irritant ammunition, or pyrotechnic effects. It is precisely this combination of noise, gas pressure, and visual impact that makes them interesting for certain applications—and at the same time requires responsible handling.

Here we explain how alarm guns work technically, what they are used for, and where typical misunderstandings lie.

Basic principle – bang instead of projectile

Alarm guns work with cartridge ammunition (usually 9 mm P.A.K. or 8 mm). When fired, gas pressure is generated, which:

  • produces the bang
  • repeats the breech (in self-loading models)
  • releases irritants or drives pyrotechnics

No solid projectile leaves the barrel. Instead, the barrel is permanently blocked in approved models. This is not a minor detail, but a key safety feature.

Types – pistol, revolver, signal device

Pistols

Self-loading models with magazine. They offer rapid fire, realistic operation, and a more complex internal mechanism. Gas pressure and ammunition type must be carefully matched, otherwise malfunctions will occur.

Revolvers

Mechanically simpler, very reliable, less prone to malfunction. The gas pressure is converted directly, which makes them robust. Disadvantage: lower capacity and slower reloading.

Signal & firing devices

Designed for pyrotechnics (e.g., signal flares). Technically simple, clear focus on firing effects.

Ammunition – not all types are the same

Blank cartridges

Produce a bang and gas pressure. They drive the mechanism without causing irritation. Quality is evident in clean combustion and even pressure.

Irritant ammunition (CS, pepper)

Releases irritants that can affect the eyes and respiratory tract. The effect depends on distance, wind, and environment. Not a “stopper” in the technical sense, but a short-term impairment.

Pyrotechnic effects

Are ignited via firing cups. Visual effect, signaling effect, not a tactical tool.

Material & workmanship – why these are not toys

Good alarm guns are made of die-cast zinc, steel parts in stressed areas, and cleanly finished locks. The following are crucial:

  • Stable barrel lock
  • Durable firing pins
  • Clean magazine lips
  • Uniform tolerances

Cheap manufacturing quickly becomes apparent: jamming, unreliable ignition, material fatigue. Especially with irritant ammunition, this is more than just annoying.

Function & maintenance – gas is demanding

Gas pressure means residues. After firing, powder residues and irritant particles accumulate in the system.

Maintenance is mandatory:

  • Clean after use
  • Lightly oil moving parts
  • Check magazines
  • Keep sealing surfaces clean

Neglect leads to jamming and unreliable repeating.

Realistic expectations – what alarm guns can and cannot do

What they can do:

  • loud acoustic effect
  • visual presence
  • irritant release at short range
  • signal effect

What they cannot do:

  • no precision effect
  • no reliable stopping effect
  • no substitute for training or attention

The effect depends on the situation. Wind, distance, and stress factors play a major role.

Legal framework – brief and factual

In Germany, licensed alarm guns can be purchased freely from the age of 18, provided they have the appropriate license. Carrying them in public is subject to clear rules and usually requires official permission. Their use is restricted to certain places and occasions. Before using them, it is important to be informed, not to improvise.

Accessories – useful rather than excessive

  • Spare magazines
  • Cleaning kits
  • Firing cups for pyrotechnics
  • Holsters (for transport)

Optical attachments are mostly for looks and offer little in the way of functionality.

Typical mistakes in practice

  • Using inferior ammunition
  • Failure to clean
  • False expectations of the effect
  • Improper storage
  • Use without knowledge of the rules

This quickly backfires – technically or legally.

Alarm guns are specialized devices with a clear function. If you value clean workmanship, reliable mechanics, and suitable ammunition, you will get a system that works reproducibly. They are not a panacea and no substitute for attention or training, but they are a functional tool within their intended scope. It is crucial that technology, use, and responsibility go hand in hand.

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