The most popular all-around Zinger Winger for solo retriever trainers. Lighter and more compact than the Field Trialer at 13.5 lbs., it throws a duck 60 feet and a bumper 105 feet with a high, honest arc that gives your dog time to mark the fall. Sure-Shot release fires a 209 primer the instant the mark launches — no delay, no guessing, the dog marks to the gun. Heavy-duty hinges, upgraded wire harness, Rolling Release pouch bolt for a smooth launch every time. Remote-ready for Dogtra or Tri-Tronics electronics. If you only own one Zinger Winger, this is the one most trainers reach for.
The most popular Zinger Winger — the one most solo trainers reach for, the one most clubs run, and the one most trainers buy again
The Winger II G4 is the most popular model in the Zinger Winger lineup. Not the largest, not the smallest, but the one that fits the widest range of training situations and gets bought over and over again by the same trainers. One SDP customer noted it was his fourth Winger II purchased from Sporting Dog Pro. Another who owns five of them said they have "never failed me, and have really helped make us the best kennel in the county." That pattern of repeat buying and professional reliance is the most honest review a piece of training equipment can have.
At 13.5 lbs. and 56 inches folded, the Winger II fits along the back seat of most full-size trucks and SUVs, carries into the field without wearing you out, and delivers a duck 60 feet with the high, honest arc your dog needs to develop reliable marking habits. The G4 features heavy-duty hinges, an upgraded wire harness, and the exclusive Sure-Shot™ release mechanism — designed to fire the 209 primer at the exact instant the mark launches. The dog marks to the gun simultaneously with the bird leaving the pouch, exactly as it would a real shot bird. Rolling Release™ pouch bolt eliminates the hangup and misfire issues of older designs. No maintenance required. Adhesive Velcro for mounting the electronics receiver is included, so no drilling required to go remote.
The Winger II fires 209 primers only — there's no .22 or .32 port. For the majority of retriever training at standard hunt test distances, the 209 is plenty. If you're training at field trial distances and need the louder .32 report, step up to the Field Trialer G4 or Hunt Tester G5. If compact storage is the priority over the Winger II, the Mini-Z G4 steps down to 49 inches folded and 12 lbs. The Winger II launches ducks, pheasants, pigeons, Dokkens, bumpers, and live flyers. Multiple settings for adjusting height and distance. An optional carrying case is available.
Remote-ready for Dogtra and Garmin (Tri-Tronics) electronics. Add the Dogtra RR Deluxe or Garmin PRO Control 2 at checkout — full electronics system or receiver only.
Key features
- ✓Throws ducks, pheasants, pigeons, Dokkens, bumpers, and live flyers
- ✓60 ft. max duck throw / 75 ft. Dokkens / 105 ft. bumpers
- ✓Sure-Shot™ release — fires 209 primer at the instant of launch
- ✓Rolling Release™ pouch bolt — smooth, maintenance-free launch
- ✓Heavy-duty hinges and upgraded wire harness
- ✓Multiple height and distance settings
- ✓Silent launch option
- ✓Remote-ready — compatible with Dogtra and Garmin (Tri-Tronics) electronics
- ✓Velcro electronics mount included — no drilling required
- ✓Manual operation available
- ✓Optional carrying case available
- ✓Available in Silver or Black (+$20) powder coat finish
Specs
| Weight | 13.5 lbs. |
| Folded dimensions | 1½" × 25" × 56" |
| Max throw — ducks | 60 ft. |
| Max throw — Dokkens | 75 ft. |
| Max throw — bumpers | 105 ft. |
| Blank calibers | 209 primer only |
| Remote compatibility | Dogtra, Garmin (Tri-Tronics) |
| Manual operation | Yes |
| SKU | 16487 |
Compare all models: Mini-Z G4 · Winger II G4 · Uplander G4 · Field Trialer G4 · Hunt Tester G5
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