Star Wars Blaster Pistols: Every Iconic Sidearm, Ranked

Ask ten Star Wars fans to name the galaxy’s best weapon and you’ll get ten answers — but the arguments always come back to the sidearms. Rifles win battles; Star Wars blaster pistols win scenes. They’re what smugglers draw first, what bounty hunters never holster twice, and what collectors reach for when one piece has to say everything about a character.

Every replica below is a full 1:1-scale, fan-made display prop: 3D-printed to order in color-matched parts (never painted), hand-assembled in a Pennsylvania workshop, completely non-firing, with the blaze-orange muzzle marking US law requires. They’re made for shelves, cosplay and photography — and ranked here by the only measure that matters: how iconic the sidearm is.

What makes a great blaster pistol replica

Three things separate a prop you display proudly from one that ends up in a drawer. Scale: it has to be true 1:1 — a pistol that’s 10% small looks like a toy in photos, and every piece here matches screen-prop dimensions. Finish that survives handling: painted props chip at the first convention; printing each part in color-matched material means the color goes all the way through. Silhouette accuracy: a blaster is recognized by its outline before anything else, which is why the sculpts below are modeled against screen references rather than approximations.

The Ranking

1. DL-44 Heavy Blaster

The smuggler’s answer to every negotiation, and the piece that settled the oldest argument in the galaxy about who shoots first. Converted from a humble hunting blaster into an over-charged hand cannon, the DL-44 is arguably the most recognized pistol in all of science fiction — the scoped profile alone is enough to identify its owner. As a display piece it has real presence: wide grip, heavy barrel shroud, and a silhouette that reads instantly from across a room. The classic black version is the definitive shelf piece; there’s also a silver DL-44 variant for collectors who want the rarer look. If you only ever own one Star Wars sidearm, the argument starts and ends here.

See the DL-44 Heavy Blaster replica — $49

2. IB-94 Blaster Pistol

The Mandalorian’s sidearm — quiet, brutal, and recognizable from its first appearance. Based on a classic broom-handle profile, the IB-94 is proof that the best Star Wars designs start with something that feels like it has a century of history behind it. The slim frame makes it the best cosplay carry on this list: light on a belt rig, fast to draw for photos, and unmistakable on camera. Pair it with a beskar chest rig and you don’t need to say which character you are.

See the IB-94 Blaster Pistol replica — $49

3. Westar-34

Jango Fett’s dueling pistols — compact, mirror-bright in the films, and designed for a man who expected to fire second and hit first. The Westar-34 earns its place through sheer lineage: every clone trooper blaster that followed traces back to the Fett armory. Collectors overwhelmingly buy these in pairs, and the twin-draw display — crossed or holstered side by side — is one of the strongest centerpiece looks you can build for the money.

See the Westar-34 replica — $49

4. Mandalorian Season 3 Blaster

The updated Mando sidearm with the heavier frame and refined grip. If the IB-94 is the icon, this is the deep-cut pick — the piece that show-watchers spot immediately and casual fans ask about, which is exactly what a good conversation piece should do. It pairs naturally with the IB-94 on a shared stand for a before-and-after of the character’s arsenal.

See the Mandalorian Season 3 Blaster replica — $59

5. A-180

Jyn Erso’s modular pistol from Rogue One — the rare blaster that’s both a sidearm and a story about improvisation, converting between pistol, rifle and sniper configurations in the field. The pistol configuration replica captures the asymmetric, almost industrial profile that reads beautifully from every angle on a shelf. For Rogue One fans this is the piece; for everyone else it’s the sleeper pick that ends up a favorite.

See the A-180 replica — $39.90

6. LL-30 (Cad Bane)

The gunslinger special. Cad Bane’s twin LL-30s are the closest Star Wars has come to the Old West — long-barreled, bird’s-head grip, built for a draw that ends conversations. The extended barrel gives it the most dramatic silhouette in this ranking, and the silver finish catches light the way a duelist’s pistol should. Clone Wars collectors: this and a wide-brim hat is a complete cosplay.

See the LL-30 (Cad Bane) replica — $43

7. Westar-35 (Bo-Katan)

The Nite Owl sidearm — angular, military, and unsentimental, which is exactly in character. The Westar-35 is the pistol of choice for Mandalorian cosplayers who aren’t playing Din Djarin, and the paired-holster look is canon-accurate for Bo-Katan herself. There’s also a second Westar-35 version if you’re building the two-pistol rig.

See the Westar-35 (Bo-Katan) replica — $49.90

8. DC-17 Hand Blaster

The clone commander’s backup — compact, purposeful, and the piece that completes a Clone Wars shelf. The DC-17 is what Rex draws when the rifle runs dry, usually two at a time, and the replica’s tight proportions make it an easy fit even on a crowded display. One of the best value pieces in the lineup for the recognition it gets.

See the DC-17 Hand Blaster replica — $49

9. Westar-55

The bounty-hunter workhorse — a heavier Westar frame that fills the hand and photographs like a weapon with history. Less famous than its 34 and 35 cousins, which is precisely its appeal: this is the pick for collectors who want their shelf to say they know the deep catalog.

See the Westar-55 replica — $59

10. Rey’s Blaster

The hold-out pistol gifted by Han Solo himself aboard the Falcon — small, elegant, and carrying more story per cubic inch than anything else here. It’s the right starting piece for a sequel-era collection and a natural companion piece to the DL-44, for obvious reasons.

See the Rey’s Blaster replica — $44

Which one should you get?

For a first display piece: the DL-44 — it’s the one visitors recognize without a caption. For cosplay: match your character, but the IB-94 and Westar-35 carry best at conventions — light, belt-friendly, instantly identifiable. For a centerpiece: the Westar-34 twin set, crossed on a double stand. On a budget: the A-180 and DC-17 deliver the most recognition per dollar. And if your taste runs longer than a pistol, the blaster rifles and carbines collection covers the E-11, EE-3 and their kin — or browse all Star Wars blasters in one place.

Displaying your blaster pistols

Pistols reward close viewing, so put them at eye level rather than on a top shelf. A single pistol presents best on an angled stand with the grip toward the viewer; pairs (Westar-34s, LL-30s, DC-17s) belong in a mirrored layout. Most replicas here offer a display-stand option at checkout — worth it, because a blaster lying flat loses the silhouette that makes it recognizable. Keep them out of direct sunlight like any collectible, and that’s genuinely all the care printed-in-color props need: no paint to fade, no finish to maintain.

FAQ

Are these real or functional weapons?

No. Every piece is a non-firing display prop with no firing mechanism and no projectiles — it cannot be made functional. Each one carries a permanently attached blaze-orange muzzle marking as required by US federal law (15 CFR 272).

Are they painted?

No — and that’s deliberate. Each replica is 3D-printed part by part in color-matched material, so the color is in the plastic itself: no paint to chip, scratch or wear off, even with convention handling.

How big are they?

All replicas are full 1:1 scale — the DL-44 is about the size of the hero prop used on camera. Each product page lists exact dimensions.

Can I take one to a convention?

Generally yes — non-firing props with orange markings are convention-friendly, but every convention sets its own prop rules, so check yours before you go.

Are these official merchandise?

No — these are unofficial, fan-made replicas inspired by the designs, created for collectors and cosplayers. They are not affiliated with or endorsed by Disney or Lucasfilm.

Every replica above ships free in the USA, with EU shipping available. Each one is printed to order — allow up to 2–3 weeks of crafting before shipment.