Captain Cutlass Pirate Toy Guns Recalled by Dillon Importing Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
Recall at a glance
- Recall number
- 12-285 (CPSC)
- Recall date
- September 27, 2012
- Brand
- Dillon Importing
- Category
- Toys and games
- Products
- Captain Cutlass Toy Pirate Pistols
- Hazard
- Violation of Lead Paint Standard
- Hazard type
- Poisoning and toxic substances
- Remedy
- Refund
- Units
- About 6,970
- Made in
- China
- Last updated by CPSC
- April 12, 2016
What was recalled
This recall involves Captain Cutlass Pirate Pistol toys with a brown plastic grip, a black metallic stock and barrel, and a muzzle with an orange cap. The double-barreled toy pistol has one trigger and two hammers. A skull and crossbones motif is engraved on the grip.
Is my product affected?
Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.
- Captain Cutlass Toy Pirate Pistols · About 6,970 units
Photos from the recall notice

Where it was sold
Companies named in the notice: Halloween and specialty stores nationwide from April 2008 through May 2012 for about $6.50.; Ko Lik Manufacturing Ltd., of Hong Kong, China; Dillon Importing Co., of Oklahoma City, Okla..
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact toll-free at (800) 654-3696 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.dillonimporting.com
Recall history and context
Dillon Importing appears in 2 CPSC recalls on record.
Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 156 recalls in the toys and games category, 71 recalls of them in the past 12 months.
Frequently asked questions
What was recalled?
Captain Cutlass Toy Pirate Pistols (About 6,970 units). This recall involves Captain Cutlass Pirate Pistol toys with a brown plastic grip, a black metallic stock and barrel, and a muzzle with an orange cap.
Why was it recalled?
CPSC lists the reason as: Violation of Lead Paint Standard.
What should I do if I own one?
Consumers should immediately take the recalled pistol toys away from children and contact Dillon Importing for instructions on returning the product for a full refund.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on April 12, 2016. Details can change; the official notice is the authority. If your product may be recalled, stop and read the notice before deciding what to do. Terms and disclaimer.