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Captain Cutlass Pirate Toy Guns Recalled by Dillon Importing Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

Name of Product:
Captain Cutlass Toy Pirate Pistols
Hazard:
The surface paints on the pirate toy pistols contain excessive levels of lead, a violation of the federal lead paint standard.
Remedy:
Refund
Recall Date:
September 27, 2012
Units:
About 6,970
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 Details

Description:

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.

Remedy:

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.

Incidents/Injuries:

None reported.

Sold At:
Halloween and specialty stores nationwide from April 2008 through May 2012 for about $6.50.
Manufacturer(s):
Ko Lik Manufacturing Ltd., of Hong Kong, China
Manufactured In:
China
Recall number:
12-285

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