Retay Glock 17 Blank Gun — 9mm P.A.K Self-Defence Pistol

The Retay G17 blank gun is one of the most realistic Glock-style replicas you can own in South Africa without a firearm licence. Built around the legendary Glock 17 profile, this 9mm P.A.K pistol gives you the same look, weight and handling as the real thing — but it fires blank and pepper cartridges only, making it a safe, legal self-defence tool for everyday people. Whether you want a home-defence deterrent, a training pistol, or a dependable film and theatre prop, the Retay G17 delivers an authentic bang without the paperwork.

Why people choose the Retay G17 blank gun

Most blank guns feel like toys the moment you pick them up. The Retay doesn’t. It pairs a tough polymer frame with a metal slide, so the balance sits in your hand exactly where a real Glock would. Racking the slide is smooth thanks to deep cocking serrations, and the double-blade trigger safety mirrors Glock’s famous “Safe Action” system. When you pull the trigger, the 9mm P.A.K blank produces a sharp, loud report — loud enough to stop an intruder in their tracks and buy you precious seconds.

Built for real-world self-defence

In a country where personal safety is a daily concern, a blank gun gives law-abiding citizens a way to defend themselves without the cost, licensing and risk of a live firearm. Load it with blanks for warning shots, or switch to pepper cartridges for close-range defence that disorients an attacker for several minutes. You get the deterrent power of a firearm with none of the legal red tape.

G17 blank gun vs a real Glock 17 — what’s the difference?

This is the question we get asked most. A real Retay G17 blank gun fires live 9mm rounds and needs a competency certificate and firearm licence. A Retay G17 blank gun like the Retay G17 looks and handles almost identically, but its barrel is permanently restricted so it can never chamber or fire a live projectile. That single design choice is why you can buy it licence-free — and why it’s such a popular first line of home defence.

Key specifications

• Model: Retay G17 blank gun
• Caliber: 9mm P.A.K (blank & pepper)
• Magazine capacity: 14+1 rounds
• Action: Semi-automatic, single action
• Frame: Polymer with metal slide
• Trigger: Double-blade trigger safety
• Colour: Black
• Rail: Underbarrel Picatinny rail for laser/flashlight
• Length: ~186 mm | Weight: ~780 g

What’s in the box

Every Retay G17 blank gun ships with a hard carry case, cleaning rod, gun oil and a flare attachment — so you’re ready to use, clean and store it from day one.

Caring for your blank gun

Treat it like a real firearm. Wipe the slide down after firing, run the cleaning rod through the barrel to clear residue, and apply a light coat of oil before storing it in the case. Done regularly, this keeps the action smooth and your Retay firing reliably for years.

Honest take: the Retay wins on trigger feel and finish, which is why it’s our most recommended Glock 17 blank gun for first-time buyers.

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4. FAQ

Is the Retay G17 blank gun legal in South Africa?  Yes. Blank guns are legal to buy and own in South Africa without a firearm licence. You must be 18 or older with valid ID. Because the barrel is restricted and it cannot fire a live projectile, it falls outside the Firearms Control Act.

Do I need a licence or permit for a blank gun? No firearm licence is required to own or carry a 9mm P.A.K blank gun for self-defence. You also don’t need a permit to buy blank or pepper cartridges as an end user.

Can the Retay G17 fire real bullets? No. It is engineered with a permanently blocked, unrifled barrel and chambers only 9mm P.A.K blank and pepper cartridges. It cannot be safely or legally converted to fire live rounds.

How loud is a 9mm P.A.K blank gun? A 9mm P.A.K blank produces roughly 130–140 dB — as loud as, or louder than, a real firearm. Always use it outdoors or in a ventilated space and protect your hearing.

Is the Retay G17 good for self-defence? Yes. The loud report and muzzle flash are highly effective at scaring off intruders, and pepper cartridges add a close-range physical deterrent within about 6 metres.

Do you deliver across South Africa? Yes — fast, tracked nationwide delivery in 2–3 working days to Johannesburg, Cape Town, Pretoria, Durban and everywhere in between.