It varies by jurisdiction, and we'd need to know this before the question could be answered. We field questions from a worldwide audience, and do not always have the luxury of knowing where the questions are coming from. Laws vary greatly throughout the world - especially on matters such as firearms - and there is no "one size fits all" answer for this question.
No, you do not.
You can dry fire a "REPLICA" gun if the action will allow. Some "REPLICA" guns will not have a true action and therefore cannot be fired. NEVER try to load live ammunition in a "REPLICA" gun.
At Replica Weapons, we recommend that anyone looking to buy a non-firing Old West style replica should be at least 18 years old, as most retailers and legal frameworks treat replica and imitation firearms as age-restricted products and will not sell them to minors without parental consent — this helps ensure safety and compliance with local laws regarding realistic gun-like items.
Most replica guns do not fire anything. They are designed to look like real firearms but are typically non-firing models used for display, collecting, film props, or historical reenactments. Many replicas, such as those made by Denix, include moving parts like the trigger or hammer but cannot shoot bullets or projectiles. Some toy replicas, like cap guns, may produce a small popping sound using toy caps, but they still do not fire real ammunition. Retailers such as Replica Weapons Australia offer non-firing replica guns and cap guns that are made for safe display or recreational use.
Non firing replica
yes
no
In New Zealand you have to be 18 to own a gun licence.
Old enough!
Try google
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