# Retro Wooden Shotguns The Bandit Guns Stun Opponents with an Onslaught of Burning Rubber By Nikki Taylor | Published 2012-11-11 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bandit-guns References: [coolmaterial](http://coolmaterial.com/home/bandit-guns-rubber-band-shotgun/) & [kickstarter](http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1845189113/bandit-guns-rubber-band-shotgun) As a child you may remember wrapping a rubber band around your forefinger and pinky to fire at your school friends, and the Bandit Guns can do all that for you. These [wooden guns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fantastic-fan) let you fire multiple [rubber bands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jammie-dodgers-and-nerf) at your opponent like a loaded shotgun. It is designed using 14 pieces of plywood laser cut into the shape of a deathly weapon. The pieces are stacked on top of one another and held together by bolts. The Bandit Guns include three settings: Single Shot, Rapid Fire and Shotgun Blast. By pumping the actuator you can either fire one rubber band at your foe, multiple, or all of them at once for the ultimate stinging sensation. The weapon was made by Bob Coulston as a [Kickstarter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/antigun-water-toys-jayhayspray20-promotes-change-in-societys-relationship-w) project. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.4/10 - Popularity: 18% | Activity: 45% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/toys) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Retro Toy Guns:** The resurgence of nostalgic wooden toy guns like the Bandit Guns presents an opportunity for companies to create innovative and safe play experiences for children. - **Multi-shot Rubber Band Guns:** The popularity of multi-shot rubber band guns like the Bandit Guns showcases a market demand for interactive toys that offer exciting and competitive play. - **Laser-cut Wooden Weapons:** The use of laser-cut plywood for creating realistic and intricate wooden weapons like the Bandit Guns highlights a potential for creative applications in the crafting and DIY industries. ### Where This Applies - **Toy Manufacturing:** Toy manufacturers can capitalize on the trend of retro wooden toy guns by creating modern, safe, and customizable versions that appeal to both children and nostalgia-seeking adults. - **Outdoor Recreation:** The rise of multi-shot rubber band guns as a popular outdoor activity presents an opportunity for the outdoor recreation industry to develop unique and engaging experiences for adventurous individuals and groups. - **Laser Cutting Services:** The demand for laser-cut wooden weapons suggests a growing market for laser cutting services in industries such as crafting, DIY, and prop-making, offering innovative solutions for creative projects. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Adult-Targeted Foam Disc Blasters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/disc-blaster.md) - [Creator-Backed Toy Guns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mrbeast.md) - [4-in-1 Gel Blasters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unlocx-gel-blaster.md) - [Anti-Gun Water Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/antigun-water-toys-jayhayspray20-promotes-change-in-societys-relationship-w.md) - [Wooden Military Replica Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/m142-himars.md) - [Power-Free Water Blasters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spyralx.md) - [Prehistoric Foam Dart Blasters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nerf-dinosquad-armorstrike-blaster.md) - [Digital Laser-Powered Blaster Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/laser-tag-set.md) - [Flatulence-Firing Toy Blasters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/buttheads-fart-launcher-3000.md)