DL-21 blaster pistol
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The DL-21 was a blaster pistol produced by BlasTech Industries at some point prior to the Battle of Hoth.
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[edit] Characteristics
The DL-21 was similar in appearance to other BlasTech pistols, such as the DL-44 heavy blaster pistol. However, this version featured a flared muzzle, which produced scattered energy charges. It also featured a top-mounted targeting scope, and a safety lever inside the trigger guard.
[edit] History
Since BlasTech refused to enter into an exclusive agreement with the Galactic Empire, many of its weapons fell into the hands of the Alliance to Restore the Republic. A number of DL-21 pistols were used by Rebel forces during the invasion of Hoth in 3 ABY and at the Battle of Endor a year later. Ponda Baba also carried a modified DL-21 during his partnership with Cornelius Evazan. This particular blaster lacked a safety mechanism, and included cooling vents on the flared muzzle, and a handgrip suitable for Aqualish hands.
[edit] Behind the scenes
The DL-21 prop is a combination of the body of an AR-7 Explorer made by Charter Arms and a Sterling L2A3 submachine gun handle. The flared muzzle is the fin assembly off a British 2" Mortar shell.
[edit] Appearances
- Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope (First appearance)
- Star Wars Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back
- Star Wars Episode VI: Return of the Jedi
[edit] Sources
- Star Wars: The Complete Visual Dictionary (First identified as DL-21 blaster pistol)
[edit] External links
- Parts of Star Wars: Hoth Rebel Trooper Blaster Pistol (Unofficial)
- Parts of Star Wars: Ponda Baba's Blaster Pistol (Unofficial)
