Dummy Launcher Blanks | Green, Yellow & Red | .22 Cal | Box of 100 or 1000 | Sporting Saint

£15.99

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Color Green (Approx. 60 yards) Yellow (Approx. 80 yards) Red (Approx. 100 yards)

Quantity Box of 100 Bix of 1000

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Sporting Saint dummy launcher blanks — UK manufactured, .22 cal, compatible with all standard dummy launchers on the market. Three power levels for short, medium, and long distance work. Available in boxes of 100 or 1000. Must be 18 or over to purchase. Not for use in blank-firing pistols. ★★★★★ 5.0 stars from 4 verified reviews.

Green — approx. 60 yards — close-range work, also compatible with Auto Launch and Bumper Boy remote launchers
Yellow — approx. 80 yards — the most popular choice, balanced power and versatility
Red — approx. 100 yards — maximum distance; powerful load, may cause damage to some launchers — experienced users only
UK manufactured — meets all selling regulations and approvals
Box of 100 (£15.99) or 1000 (£149.99)

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Sporting Saint .22 cal dummy launcher blanks in three power levels — Green (60yd), Yellow (80yd), Red (100yd). UK manufactured, compatible with all standard .22 dummy launchers. Green and Yellow also compatible with Auto Launch and Bumper Boy remote launchers. Box of 100 (£15.99) or 1000 (£149.99). Age 18+ to purchase. ★★★★★ 5.0 stars from 4 verified reviews.

Why We Recommend It

Consistent blanks are the foundation of consistent training. If your blanks vary in power, your launch distances vary — and variable distances make it harder for your dog to develop reliable distance judgement and directional response. Sporting Saint blanks are UK manufactured to a consistent specification, which means the same blank gives the same result every time. Yellow is the blank most handlers reach for — 80 yards is the practical sweet spot for most training scenarios, powerful enough for meaningful distance work without the risk that comes with Red. Buy in 1000s if you train regularly — the per-blank cost drops significantly and you'll never run out mid-session.

Key Benefits

Three power levels — Green (60yd), Yellow (80yd), Red (100yd) for precise distance control
UK manufactured — consistent specification, meets all regulations
Compatible with all .22 dummy launchers on the market
Green and Yellow also work with Auto Launch and Bumper Boy remote launchers
Box of 100 or 1000 — bulk buying reduces cost per blank significantly

Bailey Says 🐾

My friends, I am very familiar with the sound these make. I am trained to be completely steady to the report, which I am. Craig uses Yellow almost exclusively — 80 yards is the right distance for most of our training sessions. I have noticed that when he runs out of blanks mid-session, the training stops. This is suboptimal. Buy the 1000. Trust me. 🐾

Perfect For

All handlers using a .22 dummy launcher for retrieve training
Green — close-range work, young dogs, and remote launcher systems
Yellow — everyday training, the most versatile choice for most handlers
Red — experienced handlers requiring maximum distance only
Regular trainers who benefit from bulk 1000-round purchasing

Specifications

Calibre: .22 cal
Green: Approx. 60 yards — compatible with .22 launchers, Auto Launch, Bumper Boy
Yellow: Approx. 80 yards — compatible with .22 launchers, Auto Launch, Bumper Boy
Red: Approx. 100 yards — compatible with .22 launchers only; may damage some launchers
Quantity: Box of 100 (£15.99) or Box of 1000 (£149.99)
Origin: UK manufactured
Age restriction: 18+ to purchase
Not for use in blank-firing pistols

How To Use

Select the appropriate blank for your required distance — Green (60yd), Yellow (80yd), or Red (100yd).
Always wear ear protection before loading or firing.
Load the blank into your launcher's chamber according to the launcher's instructions.
Ensure your dog is steady and under control before firing.
Fire in a safe direction, away from people, animals, and property.
Use the launcher's built-in extractor to remove the spent case before reloading.
Do not use Red blanks unless you are confident your launcher is rated for high-power loads.

Care Guide

Store in a cool, dry place away from heat sources and direct sunlight.
Keep out of reach of children and unsupervised access — age 18+ only.
Do not use damaged or corroded blanks — inspect before use.
Do not use in blank-firing pistols — these are launcher blanks only.

Professional Insight

The choice of blank colour is a training decision, not just a distance preference. Green at 60 yards keeps the dummy in a zone where the dog can mark it clearly — ideal for steadiness and marking work where you want the dog to see exactly where the dummy lands. Yellow at 80 yards pushes into the range where marking becomes more challenging and memory retrieves begin — the right distance for developing drive and directional response. Red at 100 yards is genuinely long-distance work where the dummy may land out of sight — appropriate only for advanced dogs with solid directional skills. Most handlers never need Red; Yellow covers 90% of training scenarios effectively.

Training Academy Tip 💡

Start every dog on Green blanks — the shorter distance and lower report volume is less startling for dogs being introduced to the launcher for the first time. Once your dog is completely steady to Green, progress to Yellow for the majority of your training. Reserve Red for specific long-distance exercises only, and only if your launcher is rated for it. The colour progression also gives you a systematic way to increase training difficulty — shorter distances for steadiness work, longer distances for drive and directional development.

ProTrain Principle

Consistent blanks produce consistent distances. Consistent distances produce consistent training. Never run out mid-session.

Complete Your Setup

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FAQs

Which colour should I buy?

Yellow (80 yards) is the most popular choice and the one we recommend for most handlers. It provides a practical training distance without the risk associated with Red. Green (60 yards) is ideal for close-range work, young dogs, and remote launcher systems. Red (100 yards) is for experienced handlers only — the powerful load may cause damage to some launchers and we recommend Green or Yellow for regular use.

Are Red blanks safe to use?

Red blanks are very powerful and Sporting Saint specifically recommends using Green or Yellow only for regular training. Red blanks may cause damage to some launchers. If you choose to use Red, ensure your launcher is rated for high-power loads and inspect it carefully after each use. We strongly recommend Green or Yellow for the vast majority of training scenarios.

Are these compatible with my launcher?

These .22 cal blanks are compatible with all .22 dummy launchers currently available on the market, including the Sporting Saint Handheld Dummy Launcher. Green and Yellow are also compatible with Auto Launch and other remote launcher systems including Bumper Boy models. Red is compatible with .22 dummy launchers only. Not suitable for blank-firing pistols.

Do I need to be 18 to buy these?

Yes — you must be 18 or over to purchase dummy launcher blanks. By placing an order you confirm you are 18 or over. UK manufactured and compliant with all selling regulations and approvals.

Is it worth buying the 1000-round box?

Yes, if you train regularly. At £15.99 for 100 and £149.99 for 1000, the 1000-round box works out at approximately 15p per blank vs 16p for the 100-round box — a modest saving, but more importantly you won't run out mid-session. Regular trainers who use a launcher weekly will go through 100 blanks quickly. The 1000-round box is the practical choice for serious handlers.