SA man in pink gown had toy not weapon

A man's pink dressing gown wasn't concealing a real weapon outside a petrol station in Adelaide's south last week as suspected, police say.

Police called for information on Thursday to help identify the man who was spotted wearing the pink number, a black beanie and sunglasses, due to concerns he had a weapon.

Speaking with witnesses has reassured police the concealed item was actually a toy that posed no real risk to others.