Parris Classic Quality Toys originated as a woodworking plant, but when World War II began, the Department of Defense requested that it create imitation training rifles to prepare new recruits for battle. Since all real firearms were sent straight to the training grounds of the Army and Navy, dummy rifles were used to teach the fundamentals of handling and aiming until true guns became available. After the war, Parris Toys started generating plaything rifles, using the knowledge it acquired from developing the mock firearms. Parris Toys' items went beyond just military weapons to replicate frontier firearms, Old-West revolvers, air guns, Civil War muskets, and Revolutionary War guns.
Parris Toy Handguns & Rifles
Parris Toys offers replicas of popular Civil War rifles like the Kentucky rifle offered as a Parris cap rifle as well as flint-lock pistols. The company also designs Wild West handgun toys based on the iconic guns of that time, such as the Colt Army revolver and the Jesse James Colt Peacemaker, which it manufactures in addition to lever-action and bolt-action rifles, Tommy Gun copies, M-14 replicas, and more. Some guns come equipped with plastic riflescopes. The rifles and pistols made by Parris typically use soft rubber ammunition, ring caps, strip-action caps, paper roll action caps, plastic balls, or toy bullets that resemble live rounds.
Parris Toy Bows
While there are kid-friendly genuine bows with decreased draw weight and length, they still carry an age restriction and could pose a safety risk. Therefore, Parris Toys offers bow and arrow sets with arrows that contain soft plastic heads for safe playtime. Please note that these sets are meant for ages 6 and above and need adult supervision to ensure safety.
At Gritr Outdoors, shoppers will find a variety of Parris toy guns as well as toys that simulate the items typical of the Wild West era.
FAQ
What is the quality of Parris toys like?
The quality of Parris Classic Quality Toys is phenomenal. The company has been in existence for more than 70 years and has been dedicated to its craft throughout that time. All toys are made with high-quality materials to ensure durability and safety.
Are your toys safe for children to play with?
Of course, the toys are safe for children to play with. All rifles and pistols come with soft rubber ammunition, ring caps, plastic balls, or toy rifle ammunition that mimics live rounds. Bow and arrow sets contain arrows with soft plastic heads for a safe play experience. Please note that adult supervision is still required.
What types of historical guns do you replicate?
Parris Classic Quality Toys replicates a wide variety of historical guns, including frontier firearms, Old-West revolvers, civil war muskets, guns of the American Revolution time, and military rifles.
