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In this Table Top Review, we’re taking a detailed look at the KWC 18 CO2 Blowback Steel BB Pistol. This model is part of KWC’s long-running lineup of Glock-style pistols—some licensed through Umarex and others, like this one, produced without official Glock markings but clearly inspired by the platform.

As always, this is a Table Top Review only. A full Shooting / Field Test Video will follow shortly.

I've reviewed many Glock-style CO2 blowback pistols over the years—Gen 3, Gen 4, Gen 5, Airsoft, Steel BB, full blowback, semi-blowback—you name it. KWC manufactures a large percentage of these frames and blowback systems, often for Umarex’s officially licensed Glock models. So while this KWC 18 isn’t a licensed Glock, it’s built by the same people behind many of the Umarex-branded models.

Let’s get into the details, compare it briefly to a couple of Umarex Glock versions, and then talk pros and cons.

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Specifications

• Manufactured By: KWC – Made in Taiwan

• Power Source: 12g CO2

• Ammunition: 4.5mm Steel BBs

• Action: Full Blowback (Semi & Full Auto Selectable)

• Magazine: Full-size dropout metal magazine, 18 rounds (Model AAKC MM19)

• Trigger: Single-action-only style, short and light (Glock-like)

• Length: 203mm (8 inches)

• Barrel: 102mm (4 inches), smoothbore

• Weight: 1.7 lbs (771 g)

• Velocity: Up to 314 FPS under optimal conditions

• Sights: Front white dot; rear white half-rectangle

• Safety Systems:

  • Trigger safety (Glock-style)

  • Secondary safety located in the “serial number” plate under the barrel

• Hop-Up: Adjustable hop-up (rare for steel BB pistols)

• Rail: Under-barrel Picatinny rail for lights/lasers

• Field Strippable: Yes – Glock-style takedown system

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In the Box

• KWC 18 CO2 Blowback Pistol

• 18-round full-size dropout metal magazine

• Allen key for CO2 tightening

• Small sample pack of steel BBs

• Instruction manual (loading, CO2 installation, hop-up access, takedown, jam clearing)

• Product guide / brochure

The packaging is similar to many Umarex Glock boxes—clean printed box with an internal molded insert.

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Comparison to Umarex Glock Models

To give this pistol some context, here’s how it stacks up against a couple of current Umarex licensed Glock variants:

Umarex Glock 17 Gen 5 (Semi-Blowback)

• Has the MOS-style removable optic plate

• Features a semi-blowback system with shorter slide travel

• More efficient gas usage, higher FPS

• Double-action-style trigger (not Glock-accurate)

Umarex Glock 17 Gen 4 (Full Blowback)

• Full blowback with full travel slide

• Uses the same style of full-size dropout metal magazine

• Much closer in function to the KWC 18

• Fully licensed Glock markings

KWC 18

• Same full-blowback feel as the Gen 4

• No Glock markings (unlicensed)

• Adds full auto mode, which the Glock 17 models do not have

• Very similar weight, ergonomics, and trigger feel

• Slightly different slide shape, trigger guard, and frame cuts to avoid trademark conflict

If you’ve handled Umarex Glock models, this KWC 18 will feel instantly familiar.

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Walk Around

The KWC 18 is extremely Glock-like in shape and ergonomics, with only small cosmetic changes:

• Slightly longer and differently shaped slide cuts

• Altered trigger guard shape

• Modified rail and frame geometry

• No Glock-branded markings anywhere

Controls are where you expect them to be:

• Slide catch/release on the left

• Trigger safety

• Takedown levers in the Glock position

• Selector switch for Semi / Full Auto just above the trigger area on the left side

• Under-barrel safety disguised as a serial number plate

Sights are classic Glock style:

• White dot front

• White “goalpost” style rear

The full-size dropout metal magazine fits tightly and locks back after the last shot. The slide feel is excellent—strong spring tension, clean metal-on-metal sound, no cheap clanking.

Field Strip

Field stripping is Glock-simple:

1. Lock slide slightly back

2. Pull both takedown tabs down

3. Slide comes forward and off

(Note: KWC pistols are often tight from factory, so the first removal may require a solid tap.)

Inside you’ll find:

• Full metal slide

• Return spring/guide

• Removable inner barrel

• Accessible hop-up wheel

• Fire control components including the semi/full auto mechanism

Reassembly is straightforward once parts are aligned correctly.

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Pros

• Excellent weight and feel – solid, realistic, and well-balanced

• Full blowback provides snappy recoil and realistic slide movement

• Single-action Glock-like trigger is short, light, and crisp

• Full-size metal magazine for realistic reloads

• Semi & Full Auto modes (rare for BB pistols)

• Adjustable hop-up — unusual but useful for slight elevation tuning

• Field strippable, great for maintenance and realism

• Picatinny rail for lights/lasers

• Good trainer option for Glock owners thanks to similar ergonomics

• Minimal branding gives it a clean tactical look

Cons

• Full blowback reduces FPS and CO2 efficiency

• Full auto burns CO2 extremely fast

  • Expect maybe one strong magazine and a partial second depending on temperature

• CO2 cooling effects occur quickly during rapid fire

• Tight factory tolerances make the first field strip a bit stiff

• No official Glock markings (a con only if you want licensed branding)

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Final Thoughts

The KWC 18 CO2 Blowback Steel BB Pistol is a very solid performer for anyone who wants a Glock-style CO2 pistol with full blowback realism—and especially for those who want the fun of full auto.

The build quality is strong, trigger feel is excellent, the slide operation is smooth, and the ergonomics match real Glock pistols closely enough to make this a legitimate training or plinking option.

If you already own Umarex Glocks, this model will fit naturally into your collection and may even share some compatible magazines (listed as AAKC MM19).

A full Shooting / Field Test Review is coming soon—these KWC/Umarex Glock-pattern pistols are always a blast to shoot.

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• Canada

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I was away for a bit on a well needed vacation in Kona Hawaii but I’m back now and ready to dive back into things so get ready for more reviews! In this December Massive Mystery Unboxing, I crack open a stack of newer Airsoft and BB guns that landed in the Replica Airguns inventory. Full shooting reviews are coming later – this is your quick spec rundown so you can see what’s what at a glance.

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A&K M1873R M-LOK Lever Action Airsoft Gas Rifle

Modern M-LOK handguard wrapped around a classic 1873 lever-action with real wood furniture. Western vibes with tactical mounting options.

• Type: Lever-action airsoft rifle (gas, non-blowback)

• Ammo: 6mm plastic airsoft BBs

• Power: Green gas (internal reservoir)

• Weight: ~2180 g / 4.8 lb

• Velocity: ~350–400 fps with 0.20 g BBs

• Magazine Capacity: 25-round internal magazine

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ESG B-10 Gas Airsoft Shotgun

Bullpup “evolutionary shotgun” with a single barrel, selectable 5 or 10-round burst, and an internal gas reservoir in the stock. Uses standard M4-style AEG mags for capacity.

• Type: Gas-powered bullpup airsoft shotgun (single-barrel, burst)

• Ammo: 6mm airsoft BBs

• Power: Green gas (internal reservoir in stock, HPA-convertible)

• Weight: ~3140 g / 6.9 lb

• Velocity: Roughly mid-300s fps, often listed around 370–400 fps with 0.20 g BBs

• Magazine Capacity: 105-round mid-cap G&G GOM V2 magazine

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G&G L85 Carbine ETU Airsoft AEG Rifle

British bullpup classic with modern electronics – ETU, MOSFET, and selectable semi / full-auto or semi / 3-round burst, plus blowback for added realism.

• Type: Airsoft AEG rifle (with ETU and blowback)

• Ammo: 6mm airsoft BBs

• Power: Electric (LiPo-ready AEG)

• Weight: ~6 lb / 2.7 kg

• Velocity: ~370–400 fps with 0.20 g BBs (store range 350–400 fps)

• Magazine Capacity: 450-round hi-cap magazine

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G&G PCC45 Pro M-LOK Airsoft AEG SMG

Compact .45-style SMG with a lightweight polymer receiver, slim M-LOK front end, and G&G’s Gen.4 MOSFET & ETU. Great choice for a fast, modern CQB/field hybrid build.

• Type: Airsoft AEG SMG

• Ammo: 6mm airsoft BBs

• Power: Electric

• Weight: ~4.44 lb / 2.0 kg

• Velocity: ~360 fps (overall range 350–400 fps with 0.20 g BBs)

• Magazine Capacity: ~105-round mid-cap PCC45 mag

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KJWorks KP-19S Hi-Capa GBB Airsoft Pistol

A race-style Hi-Capa with ported slide, fiber-optic sights, threaded barrel and an adjustable “speed” trigger. Runs on both green gas and CO2, with a non-blowback system for efficiency and consistency.

• Type: Hi-Capa style gas airsoft pistol (non-blowback)

• Ammo: 6mm airsoft BBs

• Power: Green gas or CO2 (compatible mags)

• Weight: ~0.9 kg / ~2.0 lb (listed as 0.89 kg)

• Velocity: ~366 fps (FPS range 350–400 fps)

• Magazine Capacity: 25-round magazine

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KWC K18 CO2 Blowback Steel BB Pistol

Glock-18 style CO2 BB pistol with select-fire (semi and full-auto), metal slide, polymer frame, and full blowback. Great fun-factor steel BB blaster with 4.5mm ammo.

• Type: CO2 blowback BB pistol (select-fire, semi / full-auto)

• Ammo: 4.5mm (.177) steel BBs

• Power: 12 g CO2

• Weight: ~0.8–0.9 kg / ~1.7–2.0 lb

• Velocity: ~314 fps with steel BBs

• Magazine Capacity: 18-round drop-out magazine

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If you want the complete specs and a tabletop walk-through for the G&G ARP9 3.0P AEG Pistol-Caliber Carbine, watch my Table Top Video where I cover build, controls and features in close detail. For this Field Test Shooting Video I moved into the Replica Airguns indoor sea-can range to put the G&G ARP9 3.0P AEG Pistol Caliber Airsoft Carbine through practical shooting checks, chrono testing for real-world velocity and live shooting to see how it groups in both semi-auto and full-auto. The sea-can gives a repeatable, controlled environment that’s ideal for comparing performance to other AEGs I’ve tested.

For velocity I ran six shots through my Chronograph using .25-gram BBs — I generally prefer the slightly heavier .25s for testing because they better represent practical use than lighter .20 gram rounds. G&G’s spec is about 380 fps with .20-gram BBs, so I anticipated a lower number with .25s and that’s exactly what I saw. My six-shot string read 344, 342, 342, 342, 341 and 341, which averaged out to 342 fps. Those readings were very consistent with multiple duplicates in the string, so the ARP9’s output was predictable and stable for an AEG running typical field BBs.

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Next I moved to accuracy: I placed a fresh pepper target to the trap at 30 feet and shot 10 rounds from a semi-rested position, hands braced on a sandbag up front, seated on a stool at the rear for a stable, repeatable hold. The main cluster landed just left of the bullseye; the densest portion of the group was roughly 1 inch and the overall group measured just over 2 inches. That tells me the G&G ARP9 3.0P AEG Pistol Caliber Airsoft Carbine is more than capable of tight, repeatable groups when shot carefully. I then switched to full auto and ran a mag dump of about 58 rounds from a full rest. As you’d expect the group opened up and shifted a bit (likely from my hold changing during sustained fire), but most hits still stayed within approximately a 2-inch radius, which is impressive for a compact, high-rate AEG under sustained fire.

My hands-on impression is that the ARP9 3.0P hits a very useful sweet spot: it’s compact and maneuverable for CQB but doesn’t feel like it gives up accuracy or usable range compared to larger AEG platforms. With the factory wide-open rear aperture I was getting solid contact on target, putting a red dot or small optic on the top rail would tighten things further and make follow-ups easier. Power and consistency are right where I’d want them for a short-to-mid-range compact rifle, and while it’s not the cheapest AEG on the market it feels well made and worth the price for anyone after a versatile, high-quality compact AEG. If you want both a practical CQB carbine and a reliable field performer, the ARP9 3.0P is definitely worth considering.

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In this Field Test Shooting video for the Umarex Marlin Old West CO2 BB Revolver I check real-world performance: first I measure fps using a fresh standard 12-gram CO2 cartridge and 4.5 mm steel BBs through my chronograph. After that I hang a paper target at 30 feet and fire 10 rounds using the Single-Action-Only trigger to see what kind of grouping the revolver delivers straight out of the box. If you haven’t already seen my Tabletop Video Review for the John Wayne Marshal CO2 BB Revolver, watch that for full specs and close-up footage.

For the velocity test I put five shots through the chronograph. The slowest registered 345 fps and the fastest hit 416 fps, with an average of 403 fps, right in line with Umarex’s claimed 400 fps. Perfect for popping cans and casual plinking out to roughly 30–40 feet. The test was done inside a sea can at about 18°C (≈64°F), which gives a middle-of-the-road CO2 performance; warmer weather will typically push velocities higher.

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Next I set the paper target on my pellet trap at 30 feet. Using my usual semi-rested position (hands braced on a front sandbag and seated on a stool), I fired 10 rounds with the Marlin Old West. The group measured roughly 4 inches, a bit left and just slightly high from the bullseye — not far off and similar to the grouping I got with the John Wayne Marshal CO2 BB Revolver, although the Marlin’s velocity numbers were notably higher.

The Umarex Marlin Old West CO2 BB Revolver is an inexpensive, mostly-plastic Single Action Army style revolver. There’s a fair amount of polymer in the construction, but it still feels solid despite being on the lighter side. That lighter weight can make the gun feel a bit twitchy in the hand compared with heavier replicas, which can affect accuracy. At the time of this video the Canadian price was about $99, which makes it good value — especially since it loads 18 rounds quickly compared with traditional shell-loading revolvers, meaning more trigger time with less fuss. There are a number of similar replica revolvers available from our Replica Airguns stores in Canada and the US, so check our stock if you’re shopping around.

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Type: BB Pistol.
Manufacturer: Distributed by Umarex
Model: Marlin Old West Revolver
Materials: Mostly plastic, some internal metal parts.
Weight: 1.2 pound (544 grams).
Total Length: 10.5 inches (26.6cm).
Barrel: 5.5 inches 14cm) metal non-rifled.
Propulsion: CO2.
Action: Revolver SAO.
Ammunition Type: 4.5mm Steel BB’s.
Ammunition Capacity: 18 round internal magazine.
FPS: Claimed 400.

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Trigger Pull: The trigger on the Umarex Marlin Old West CO2 BB Revolver is single-action-only, so you must cock the hammer before each shot. That removes most of the trigger travel and effort, giving the Marshal a short, light, and easy-to-manage pull. It’s ideal for deliberate, accurate shooting, but less suited to action-style rapid fire unless you’ve got a very fast thumb.

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Accuracy: I haven’t tested the Marlin Old West model specifically, but it should perform very similarly to the John Wayne Marshal CO2 BB revolver, they’re nearly identical aside from licensing, safety, and magazine placement. In my field test of the John Wayne Marshal it averaged closer to 360 fps rather than the claimed 420 fps and produced roughly a 4-inch, 10-shot group at 30 feet. You can watch that video here; I’ll hope to be posting a dedicated field test for the Umarex Marlin Old West soon.

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Build Quality: There’s not a lot to get excited about in terms of materials, the Umarex Marlin Old West CO2 BB Revolver is mostly plastic with some internal metal parts like the barrel, trigger, hammer, and CO2 components. It follows the common two-half, screwed-together budget construction, which looks cleaner on the side where the screws are hidden. At just over a pound it’s fairly light. With relatively few moving parts, it should be reasonably reliable; the mechanical components do what they need to do and feel suitably solid for the price.

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Realism: At first glance the John Wayne Marshal CO2 BB revolver resembles a Colt Single Action Army Revolver in shape and size, but it’s much lighter, about half the weight. The lack of real bullet openings in the cylinder (when viewed from the front) reduces realism. I’m used to the newer generation of revolvers with working cylinders and loadable, removable shells; those are pricier and hold fewer rounds, but they offer a much more authentic experience.

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Pros:

• A decent looking replica of a Colt Single Action Army Revolver.

• Single action only trigger is short and light and well suited to careful shot placement shooting.

• 400 claimed fps is about perfect for plinking at ranges up 30-40 feet.

• 18 round magazine has a nice high capacity and easy to load when empty.

• Should get lots of shots per CO2.

• Safety is well hidden underneath just in front of the trigger guard.

• I like the look with the all black receiver and simulated wood grips.

• CO2 Allen key is built into grip so always have it on hand and will not lose it.

• Marlin licensed and seems to be $50 less than the almost exact same John Wayne version.

Cons:

• Mostly plastic builds makes it a bit light in the hand.

• No fake shell holes in the front of the cylinder, could have added this for a more genuine look.

• Not a big fan of the clamshell plastic packaging.

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Comments:
The Umarex Marlin Old West CO2 BB Revolver is a solid choice if you want an old-west single-action cowboy BB shooter for less than the nearly identical John Wayne Marshal (it’s about $50 cheaper). If you want more authenticity, consider one of the shell-loading Single Action Army style revolvers, they cost more, shoot a bit slower, and carry fewer rounds, but they deliver a much higher level of realism.

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Type: BB Pistol.
Manufacturer: Distributed by Umarex.
Model: DS11 1911.
Materials: Mostly plastic with some internal metal parts.
Weight: 1.06 pounds (481 grams).
Total Length: 8.86 inches (22.5cm).
Barrel: 4.5 inch barrel (11.3cm) smooth bore.
Propulsion: CO2
Action: Semi auto NBB, DAO trigger.
Ammunition Type: 4.5mm steel BB's.
Ammunition Capacity: 18 round metal stick magazine.
FPS: Claimed 400.

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Trigger Pull: The Umarex DS11 1911 NBB CO2 BB Pistol’s trigger feels exactly like you’d expect from a low-cost double-action-only CO2 pistol. The trigger does the heavy lifting. You’re pulling against a fairly stiff internal hammer spring (inside the barrel assembly) until it releases, snaps the hammer back, and opens the valve to fire. Run through the 18-round mag fast and your trigger finger will definitely notice.

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Accuracy: II’ve already completed a full field test of the Umarex DS11, which is a bit out of my usual order, so I can share performance feedback now. On average it clocked 382 fps over five shots on my chronograph. From my standard paper target at 30 feet, a 10-shot group measured roughly 2 inches and was well centered, with several rounds landing in the bull’s-eye. You can watch the video here!

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Build Quality: The Umarex DS11 1911 NBB CO2 BB Pistol is constructed almost entirely from plastic, keeping its weight just over a pound. While it lacks the heft of a full-metal replica, the lighter build makes it more forgiving if dropped on a hard surface. The fit and finish are solid, and its two-piece design secured mainly from the left side features very few moving parts or controls, which should contribute to excellent durability and reliability.

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Realism: The Umarex DS11 is styled after the classic 1911 with a modern tactical look. It uses a double-action-only (DAO) trigger that’s relatively long and a bit heavy, not the short, feather-light feel of a true single-action 1911 trigger. The barrel is recessed and the CO2 is neatly hidden in the grips, so at a glance it could pass for the real thing. Up close, however, there are giveaways: a molded hammer, molded safety and slide-release, visible screws along the left side, and a seam where the two halves join.s.

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Pros:

• Low price well under $100 Canadian.

• Shoots pretty decent, almost 400 fps and a nice 2 inch grouping fairly well centered out of the box.

• Decent looking Replica of a modern 1911 Semi Auto Pistol. A lot more detail than most base non block CO2 BB Pistol.

• Has a picatinny rail for adding accessories if you want to.

• Double Action Trigger is pretty decent, Not going to be a super fast action shooter but it is manageable for a DAO trigger.

• Uses the standard all metal stick magazine found inmost of these NBB CO2 BB Pistols.

• I like the cut out in the slide showing off the gold inner barrel and ejection port.

• Safety is not the typical on off style, more thought went into this one adn it looks better too.

• Recessed barrel for added realism.

• CO2 tab is fairly well hidden.

Cons:

• Almost all plastic other than some internal metal parts like the barrel and spring and some other stuff I am sure.

• DOA trigger a bit heavy but about the same as other similar Airguns like this one.

• Sights are not adjustable and are all black with no white dots.

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Comments:
The Umarex DS11 1911 NBB CO2 BB Pistol is a more thoughtfully designed and better-looking 4.5mm CO2 BB NBB Airgun than the typical budget options. It uses the common metal stick magazine, which is convenient since you more than likely have a bunch lying around and you can keep several preloaded and spend more time shooting and less time reloading on site. It also ships in a proper box, which adds to the premium feel. In my test at the Replica Airguns Indoor Shooting Range it performed very well.

• Buy the Umarex DS11 1911 NBB CO2 4.5mm BB Pistol in Canada

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I took the Umarex DS11 1911 NBB CO2 4.5mm BB Pistol out to the Replica Airguns Indoor Shooting Range today for some hands-on testing to see how it performs in real-world conditions. I haven’t filmed the full Table Top Review Video for this model just yet, but that’s coming soon. For this initial session, I wanted to focus strictly on performance, specifically testing velocity and accuracy. I ran a quick multi-shot chronograph session to get an average fps reading and followed that up with a 10-shot grouping test at 30 feet to get a practical sense of how accurate this pistol is right out of the box.

For the chronograph test, I used a fresh 12-gram CO2 cartridge and standard 4.5mm steel BBs. The room temperature was about 20°C. I noticed the velocity seemed to climb slightly as the CO2 settled in, so I averaged out the last five readings for consistency. Those shots came in at 386, 383, 377, 385, and 377 fps, giving an average of 382 fps. That’s very close to the manufacturer’s claimed 400 fps, and I’d expect it to reach or even exceed that number under warmer conditions. Overall, the DS11 delivered solid and consistent power for a non-blowback CO2 pistol.

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Moving on to accuracy, I set up a target at 30 feet and fired from a semi-rested position, seated on a stool with my hands braced against a sandbag for stability. The Umarex DS11 1911 NBB CO2 4.5mm BB Pistol shot impressively well-centered right out of the box, which is a big plus since the sights are non-adjustable. My 10-shot group measured about 2.5 inches, with several rounds landing right in the bullseye. With a bit more trigger time and familiarity with the gun’s feel, I’m confident I could tighten that group even further.

All things considered, the Umarex DS11 1911 NBB CO₂ BB Pistol makes an excellent entry-level 4.5mm BB pistol for anyone looking for a tactical-style 1911 that’s affordable, reliable, and fun to shoot. Despite its simple, mostly polymer build, it looks great and feels comfortable in the hand. You can expect over 100 shots per CO₂2 cartridge, making it efficient and economical to shoot. Performance-wise, it’s got good power, accurate shooting right out of the box, and a straightforward design that should prove dependable over time.

In short, the Umarex DS11 1911 NBB is a great budget-friendly option that doesn’t sacrifice performance, and I have to say, it looks sharp for a basic, non-blowback BB shooter.

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I had the chance to take the KJWorks KP-18 TBC CO2 Full Blowback Airsoft Pistol out for some testing today in the Replica Airguns Indoor Shooting Range to see how it performs. I’ve already done my close-up tabletop breakdown (specs, build, pros/cons), so if you want the close-up visuals adn details, go check that video out. For this session I concentrated solely on performance, a quick 5-shot chronograph run to record velocity and a 10-round semi auto group at 30 feet followed by the rest of the mag in full auto to get a practical feel for out-of-the-box accuracy.

For the chronograph test I used a fresh 12-gram CO2 capsule with stand.25 gram Airsoft BBs, and the temperature was about 20°C. Five shots with .25 gram Airsoft BBs registered 301, 301, 291, 285, and 281 fps, averaging out to 292 fps. That’s within the expected range for a full-blowback CO2 pistol running heavier .25 gram Airsoft BBs, you’d see higher velocities with lighter .20 gram rounds, and it’s plenty adequate for Airsoft games and target work plinking.

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On the accuracy side I fired from 30 feet using a semi-rested shooting position (hands braced on a sandbag while seated). In semi-auto the KJWorks KP-18 TBC CO2 Full Blowback Airsoft Pistol shot just slightly low and a touch left, producing roughly a 2-inch group with most rounds clustered reasonably well. Switch to full-auto, however, and it becomes almost impossible to keep on target, the pistol tended to climb high and stray to the right, putting most shots completely off the target. That full-auto behavior makes it poor for controlled rapid-fire engagement, but in semi-auto it’s much more manageable.

All told, the KJWorks KP-18 TBC CO2 Full Blowback Airsoft Pistol is a strong option if you like the Glock style or already own (or plan to own) a real-steel Glock. physically and mechanically it shares a very similar feel. KJWorks has a reputation for high-quality, well-made products, and this pistol is another solid example. If you don’t need official Glock licensing but want a Glock-based Airsoft pistol, the KP-18 is a great choice, especially for shooters who value realism and good build quality in a reasonably priced package.

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I took the Umarex Ruger P345 CO2 NBB Airsoft Pistol out for some testing today to see how it performs in the Replica Airguns Indoor Shooting Range. I’ve already done a close-up tabletop breakdown before (specs, build, pros/cons), so if you want the nitty-gritty visuals go check that. For this session I concentrated solely on performance, a quick 5 shot chronograph run to record velocity, and a 10-round group at 30 feet to get a practical feel for accuracy out of the box.

For the chronograph test I used a fresh 12-gram CO2 capsule with standard BBs, and the temperature was about 20°C. Five shots with .25 gram Airsoft BB’s registered 307, 301, 306, 304, and 308 fps, which averages out to 305 fps. That’s right in the expected range for a non-blowback CO2 Airsoft Pistol of this type using heavier .25 gram Airsoft BBs, expect higher velocities with lesser weight .20 gram Airsoft BBs. For sure enough power for backyard plinking and casual target work.

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On the accuracy side I fired from 30 feet out, semi-rested (hands braced on a sandbag while seated on a stool in the back). The Ruger P345 CO2 NBB Airsoft Pistol shot fairly well centered, but landed a touch left and slightly low, overall grouping was around 2 inches with only one flyer, which, oddly enough, was dead center in the bullseye when I checked the target later. The sights are fixed out of the box, so you’ll want to account for that small left/low bias when aiming or consider a simple sight/laser addition if you need a perfect zero.

All told, the Umarex Ruger P345 CO2 NBB Airsoft Pistol would make a decent entry-level Airsoft pistol. You can additionally offset cost by purchasing inexpensive stick magazines rather than investing in pricier full-size mags that come with other more elaborate Airsoft Guns. It has a good, reassuring weight for an external plastic Airgun, which helps it feel well-balanced in the hand. For someone after an affordable, reliable sidearm for plinking or casual training, the P345 is a solid option.

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I took the Daisy 415 Powerline CO2 BB Pistol out for some testing today to see how it performs in the Replica Airguns Indoor Airgun Range. I’ve already done a close-up tabletop breakdown before (specs, build, pros/cons), so if you want the specifications and details along with more closeup video then go check that Table Top Review out. For this performance session, I concentrated solely on power and accuracy, a quick chronograph run to record velocity and a 10-round group at 30 feet to get a practical feel for out of the box accuracy.

For the chronograph test I used a fresh 12-gram CO2 capsule with standard BBs and the temperature was about 20°C. Five shots registered 475, 455, 466, 462, and 471 fps, which averages out to 466 fps. That’s a healthy number for a CO2 pistol in this class, plenty of power for backyard plinking. I have a feeling it will go through CO2 pretty quickly as it is really loud meaning there is a lot of CO2 being released with each shot.

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On the accuracy side I fired from 30 feet, using a semi-rested position (hands braced on a sandbag while seated in the back). The Daisy 415 Powerline CO2 BB Pistol grouped very well, landing around a 2-inch group with the majority of rounds tightly clustered on the bullseye. There was only one flyer that fell outside the primary group just up and to the left. The fiber optic front, and wide open rear sight are fixed, so you may need to adjust your point of aim if you want perfect vertical zero as each shooter will place shots a bit differently, but overall it was impressively centered for a budget pistol.

All told, the Daisy 415 Powerline CO2 BB Pistol is a well-powered, accurate little gun with a cheap price tag and a low cost to shoot. One caveat: it doesn’t use a typical removable stick magazine, you have to load it via the internal spring magazine, but that loading method has a silver lining: the forced pauses between reloads let the pistol warm up slightly, which can help maintain higher sustained fps over successive strings. For anyone wanting an inexpensive, reliable plinker with real punch and decent accuracy, this one is worth a look.

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Type: Blowback CO2 Airsoft Pistol.
Manufacturer: Distributed by KJ Works.
Model: KP-18 TBC.
Materials: Metal & Polymer.
Weight: 1.7 pounds (770 grams).
Total Length: 7.9 inches (20cm)
Barrel: 4 inches (10.6cm) metal non-rifled.
Propulsion: CO2 x 1 (Gas mags available).
Action: Semi & full auto blowback, SAO trigger.
Ammunition Type: .6mm plastic Airsoft BB’s.
Ammunition Capacity: 22 round drop out full size metal magazine.
FPS: Claimed 410 (with barrel extension).

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Trigger Pull: The trigger on the KJWorks KP-18 TBC CO2 Blowback Airsoft Pistol behaves like a true Single Action Only unit, pleasantly light with a fairly short travel. There’s a bit of initial take-up, but you can clearly sense the crisp break near the rear where the release occurs, extremely light, consistent, and free of any noticeable slack. Remember you’ll need to rack the slide to chamber the first BB; after that the blowback mechanism handles all subsequent cycling.

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Accuracy: I haven’t yet fired the KJWorks KP-18 TBC CO2 Blowback Airsoft Pistol or produced a Field Test Performance video for it. However, I’ve already completed a full field and shooting test for the very similar KJWorks KP-13, so I’d expect comparable on-target performance between the two. I’ll post a full field test and shooting video for the KP-18 TBC down the road, stay tuned.

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Build Quality: KJWorks pistols are generally well made, and I expect the KP-18 TBC to follow that pattern. Based on my hands-on time with the KJWorks KP-18 TBC CO2 Blowback Airsoft Pistol and my first impressions of the KP-18, fit and finish look excellent. As with other models, you’ll find metal and polymer components positioned where they would be on a real modern semi-auto pistol, which contributes to the solid, authentic feel.

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Realism: The KJWorks KP-18 TBC is a close visual replica of the real-steel Glock G18-style pistol, albeit without official licensing. Umarex holds the Glock license for many BB and Airsoft models, and the fact that a green-gas magazine from the Umarex Glock 17 full-blowback fits the KP-18 suggests KJWorks may be manufacturing some Glock-pattern airguns for Umarex. Glock has historically objected to unlicensed replicas in North America, so how this will play out remains unclear. For now, both licensed and unlicensed options exist for buyers.

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Pros:

• Metal and Polymer with decent weight and good feel to it.

• Heavy Full blowback operation.

• Excellent fit and finish as always with KJWorks pistols.

• High capacity full size drop out magazine that holds the CO2 and 22 rounds.

• Well hidden safety incorporated into the serial number under the barrel.

• Working trigger safety.

• White dot front sight and white outlined rear sight for easy target acquisition.

• All working components like a real steel Glock styled pistol.

• Comes with extended threaded outer barrel for adding a possible compensator or mock-suppressor.

• Comes with barrel extension for higher velocity shooting (Possibly for easier import into Canada).

• Would make a good training weapon if you are a real steel Glock owner.

• Has a semi and full auto selector toggle located on the left rear of the slide.

• Can use CO2 or gas magazines.

• Field strip-able.

• No orange tip.

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Cons:

• Sights are not adjustable.

• Full auto will use CO2 like crazy but may be worth it.

• Not a licensed version.

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If you’re a Glock enthusiast seeking a realistic training piece, you can shoot more affordably and in more places, there are more choices than ever. If official licensing matters, Umarex is the go-to option, although I haven’t seen a full-auto Glock from them yet. For those who prioritize a full-auto-style experience, the KJWorks KP-18 TBC CO2 Blowback Airsoft Pistol is as close to a real-steel Glock full-auto feel as you’re likely to find. I also appreciate the magazine interchangeability with some Umarex Glock mags if you already own a Glock 17 Airsoft pistol for instance. Whatever route you choose, it’s great to see more Glock-pattern airguns coming to market.

• Buy the KJWorks KP-18 TBC CO2 Blowback Airsoft Pistol in Canada

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In this Umboxing Preview Video I take a quick look at tow Airsoft Guns from KJWorks, one is a Gas Blowback Airsoft Rifle and one is a CO2 Full Blowback Airsoft Pistol. I don’t get into too many of the details or specifications as this is really the first time I have seen either of these Airsoft Guns in person, a full table top and field test video review will be coming up for both of these Airguns down the road but I did want to get them out there so everyone know these are either in the Replica Airguns Online Store or will be showing up soon.

The first item I grabbed out of the box was the KJWorks KP-18 TBC CO2 Full Blowback Airsoft Pistol which looks a lot like a Glock but with a full auto selector switch on the left side of the slide and it also is the TBC model so it comes with a barrel extension that attaches to the inner barrel and the option to add a mock suppressor to the outside barrel threads. This version comes with a CO2 magazine but I am sure there are option to use it with a Gas magazine also.

Next out of the box was the KJWorks M700 Take Down Gas Airsoft Sniper Rifle which is a break down bolt action gas operated Sniper based Rifle as the name suggests. It is super easy to assemble and has a nice smooth bolt with the only sighting option being the addition of a scope added to the included picatinny rail. The base of this rifle is very heavy so it is is not a light weight rifle by any means.

Here are some more details for each of these Airsoft Gun:

KJWorks KP-18 TBC CO2 Full Blowback Airsoft Pistol

• Type: Airsoft pistol.

• Manufacturer: KJ Works.

• Model: KP-18-TBC-CO2.

• Weight: 1.7 Pounds (775 grams).

• Length: 7.9 inches (20cm).

• Caliber: 6mm BBs.

• Propellant: CO2/GAS.

• Capacity: 22 rounds.

• Velocity: 410 FPS.

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KJWorks M700 Take Down Gas Airsoft Sniper Rifle

• Type: Airsoft rifle.

• Manufacturer: KJ Works.

• Model: M700 Gas Takedown

• Weight: 7.9 Pounds (3600 grams).

• Barrel length: 21.9 inches (55.5cm).

• Caliber: 6mm BBs.

• Propellant: GAS.

• Capacity: 11 rounds.

• Velocity: 400-470 FPS.

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Type: BB Pistol.
Manufacturer: Distributed by Daisy.
Model: 415 Powerline.
Materials: Mostly plastic with some internal metal parts.
Weight: 1 pound (454 grams).
Total Length: 8.75 inches (22cm).
Barrel: 5 inch barrel (12.7cm) smooth bore.
Propulsion: CO2
Action: Semi auto NBB, DAO trigger.
Ammunition Type: 4.5mm steel BB's.
Ammunition Capacity: 21 round internal magazine.
FPS: Claimed 495.

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Trigger Pull: The trigger pull on the Daisy 415 Powerline CO2 BB Pistol is what you’d expect from most double-action-only budget BB pistols — the trigger is doing all the heavy lifting. It has to pull back the fairly stiff internal hammer spring, in this case, the barrel assembly, until it hits the release point and snaps backwards, striking the valve and firing the BB. If you’re running through the 21-round magazine in quick succession, be prepared for a bit of a finger workout.

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Accuracy: I haven’t done my full field test with the Daisy 415 Powerline CO2 BB Pistol yet, but that’s coming soon, I have no reason not to expect it to hit close to the claimed 495 fps and group shots in the 2–3 inch range at typical backyard distances. Unless I’m having an off day (Maybe two much coffee), it should perform right in line with what you’d expect from most budget NBB CO2 BB Pistols.

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Build Quality: The Daisy 415 Powerline CO2 BB Pistol is made almost entirely of plastic, which keeps the weight down to around a pound. While it doesn’t have the heft of a replica made with more metal, the lighter build means it’s more forgiving if dropped on a hard surface. Fit and finish are solid, and this two half design that is essentially just screwed together from the left side has very few actual moving parts or controls so durability and reliability will be really good.

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Realism: The Daisy 415 Powerline isn’t modeled after a specific firearm, but it carries a modern semi-auto aesthetic that gives it a realistic look. I would say it resembles what would like like if a 1911 and Glock had baby! The barrel is recessed, and the CO2 is hidden neatly inside the grips, so at a glance it could pass for a real handgun. Upon closer inspection, though, small tells, like the molded ejection port, visible screws along the left side of the gun, and the BB loading magazine along the top give away that it’s an airgun.

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Pros:

• Daisy does their own thing and they did that with this one in terms of an internal magazine and not really t trying to copy any specific real steel gun in production. Will have to see how it performs when I shoot it.

• Decent claimed FPS rating of 495 fps.

• Non-blowback should get lots of shots per CO2.

• Picatinny rail on frame for adding on accessories.

• Easy to line up front fiber optic sight.

• CO2 tab is fully hidden inside the pistol grip.

• Double action trigger pull is long but not too heavy.

• Has a high capacity in the internal magazine.

• Simple design with not a lot of moving parts will make it reliable for a long time.

• I do like that some of the mechanical parts like the safety and trigger are metal

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Cons:

• All plastic dual side gun for the most part with tell tale screws on the right side.

• No way to quick load with an extra magazine sine it has in internal magazine.

• Not going to be a fast action shooter with the longer heavier trigger.

• Would of been nice to have fiber optics on the rear sight.

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Daisy is one company that often does their own thing and doesn’t just copy what the other companies are doing. The Daisy 415 Powerline CO2 BB Pistol is a good example of this as there really isn’t another Airgun I can think of that is super similar in design, Daisy does like to use internal channel type magazines, have seen ti on several of their Air Pistols in the past. Personally I prefer a stick magazine as you can get extra ones and then preload them so they are ready to go. With the Daisy Powerline 415 you will have to stop adn reload the internal magazine which will take a little bit longer to get back up and shooting. I do like the more realistic all metal safety selector as it is a twist lever more similar to what you would find on a real steel firearm rather than the simple plastic switch found on most low cost NBB Airguns these days. Hopefully when I test it out int the Replica Airguns Indoor Shooting Range it will perform well.

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Yet another Mystery box with good stuff inside for me to discover and checkout and share with everyone! In this Replica Airguns August 2025 Mystery Box Video I reviewed three products from Umarex, and all of them are some sort of BB gun related product, one pistol, one revolver and one rifle and interestingly not all are CO2, as one is AEG powered which is more or less a new thing with steel BB guns. Barra introduced their 400e AEG AR Steel BB Rifle a while back and now Umarex has their own version of a similar AEG BB rifle in a sightly more true AR platform called the Umarex AER16.

The Umarex Marlin CO2 BB Revolver is really just a Marline licensed version of their Marshal CO2 BB Revolver but it us $50 less so unless you really want the Marshal licensing then go for the newer Marline version. Another Umarex product out of this months Mystery Box was the Umarex DS11 1911 NBB CO2 BB Pistol which is a pretty basic almost all plastic NBB CO2 BB Tactical 1911 that uses the standard metal BB Stick magazines. It does however look a lot better than most of these simple NBB Plastic BB Pistols on the market so in terms of looks it has that going for it for sure.

Umarex Marlin Old West CO2 BB Revolver

• Type: CO2 BB Revolver

• Manufacturer: Umarex

• Model: Marlin CO2 BB Revolver

• Power Source: 12g CO2 Cartridge (stored in grip)

• Action: Single Action

• Ammo Type: .177 Caliber Steel BBs

• Magazine Capacity: 18 Rounds (integral magazine)

• Barrel Length: 5 inches

• Muzzle Velocity: Up to 400 FPS

• Construction: Metal frame with polymer grip panels

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Umarex DS11 1911 NBB CO2 BB Pistol

• Type: CO2 BB Pistol

• Manufacturer: Umarex

• Model: DS11 with Gold Barrel

• Caliber: .177 Steel BB

• Power Source: 12g CO2 Cartridge

• Action: Semi-Automatic

• Magazine Capacity: 18 Rounds (Stick Magazine)

• Velocity: Up to 400 FPS

• Material: Metal Slide, Polymer Frame

• Sights: Fixed High-Set Sights

• Accessory Rail: Under-barrel Picatinny Rail

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Umarex AER16 AEG Full Auto BB Carbine

• Type: Electric BB Carbine

• Manufacturer: Umarex

• Model: AER16

• Caliber: .177 (4.5mm) Steel BBs

• Power Source: 11.1V Tri-Panel LiPo Battery (1100mAh, 35C discharge)

• Action: Select-Fire (Semi-Auto / Full-Auto)

• Magazine Capacity: 55 Rounds (Drop-Free Mag)

• Velocity: Up to 430 FPS

• Barrel Length: 15.9 inches

• Overall Weight: 4.9 lbs

• Stock: Adjustable

• Sights: Flip-Up Front & Rear (Adjustable/Removable)

• Rail System: Full-Length Picatinny Top Rail + M-LOK Handguard Slots

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I took the Umarex Combat Zone Enforcer CO2 NBB Airsoft Pistol out for some testing today to see how it performs in action. I’ve already put together a detailed tabletop review a while back covering all the specs, build quality, pros, and cons, so if you’re after the close-up details you can check that out separately. For this session, I wanted to focus only on performance—running it over the chronograph to measure velocity and then shooting a 10-round group at 30 feet to check accuracy in a more practical setup.

For the chronograph test, I used a new 12-gram CO2 cartridge paired with standard 0.25-gram BBs, and the weather was sitting at about 24°C (75°F). Across five shots, the readings came in at 327, 330, 330, 323, and 321 fps, averaging out to 326 fps. That’s a solid number for a non-blowback pistol running slightly heavier BBs, and if you were to switch down to .20-gram BBs, you’d likely see a noticeable increase in velocity.

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When it came to accuracy, I shot from 30 feet in a semi-rested stance, bracing my hands against a sandbag while seated. The Umarex Combat Zone Enforcer CO2 NBB Airsoft Pistol grouped right around 2.5 inches, which is respectable for its category. Straight out of the box, with fixed sights that can’t be adjusted, it landed shots centered left to right and just a touch low. Since there’s no hop-up built in, you’ll need to adjust your point of aim or consider adding a laser if you want a more refined zero.

All in all, the Umarex Combat Zone Enforcer CO2 NBB Airsoft Pistol performed about as expected. Velocity was a little lower than I had initially hoped, but that comes down to using .25-gram BBs, which naturally slow things down a bit. Accuracy was solid for an entry-level pistol, and while the double-action trigger is on the heavier side, it breaks cleanly and predictably once you get used to it. It’s not really designed for rapid-fire action shooting, but if you’re looking for a budget-friendly sidearm that works reliably and allows you to carry multiple compact, affordable magazines, the Enforcer is definitely up to the task.

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Today I got to test out the Novritsch SSX-23 NBB Airsoft Sniper Pistol and put it through its paces. I’ve already done a full tabletop review covering the specs, features, pros, and cons, so if you want a close-up look and all the finer details, be sure to check that out. Today, we’re focusing entirely on performance—running it through the chronograph to see how fast it shoots and then sending ten rounds downrange at 30 feet to see what kind of real-world accuracy it delivers.

For the velocity test, I used a fresh 12-gram CO2 cartridge and standard 0.25-gram Airsoft BBs. The test was done in about 24°C (75°F) weather. Five shots over the chronograph clocked in at 300, 304, 309, 295, and 300 feet per second, giving an average velocity of 302 fps. That’s a little slower than I was expecting, but given the heavier .25-gram BBs, it’s still respectable—and switching to lighter .20-gram BBs should bump up the velocity somewhat.

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Accuracy testing was done from 30 feet in a semi-rested position, bracing my hands on a sandbag while seated. The pistol grouped at roughly 2.5 inches, which is decent, though I suspect a better BB match could tighten that up further and maybe adding more hop-up as well. Out of the box, it hit close to the bullseye but tended to land a bit low and to the left. The sights aren’t adjustable, but you do have the option to mount a red dot on the rear rail side for finer aiming.

Overall, I came away impressed with the Novritsch SSX-23 NBB Airsoft Sniper Pistol. While the velocity was slightly under my expectations with .25s, the accuracy was solid, the double action trigger was longer and heavier but worked well, just make sure not to point the barrel down or take a long time engaging the trigger or a BB may roll out of the barrel (additional Hop-up may sort this out?). I was also surprised at how quiet it was—using very little gas, which translates into a lot of shots per fill, easily up to 100 or more. If you’re after a true purpose built sniper pistol that has good power, efficiency, accuracy and is super quiet and stealthy, this one deserves a spot on your shortlist.

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I had a really fun time teasing out the KJWorks Full Metal 1911 TBC CO2 Airsoft Pistol. I’ve already done a full tabletop review covering all the specifications, features, pros, and cons, so check that one out if you want the detailed breakdown adn more closer up video. Today’s video is all about the performance. I’m running it through the chronograph to see how fast it really shoots, and then putting ten rounds on paper target at 30 feet to get a realistic look at its true accuracy.

For the velocity test, I loaded up a fresh 12-gram CO2 cartridge and standard 0.25-gram Airsoft BBs. The temperature during testing was about 24°C, or 75°F. Six shots over the chronograph came in at 296, 316, 299, 296, 301, and 294 feet per second, which works out to a 300 fps average. Not bad using the heavier .25 gram Airsoft BB’s. That’s a solid result for this full blowback platform, and on a warmer day adn using .20 gram Airsoft BB’s, you could probably squeeze a bit more speed out of it.

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As per usual, accuracy testing was done from 30 feet out, shooting from a semi-rested position with my hands braced on a sandbag for stability and sitting on a stool in the back. The KJWorks Full Metal 1911 TBC CO2 Airsoft Pistol printed slightly high, but windage was spot-on, and the string came in at roughly a 1.5-inch group. One shot wandered off a bit low as a flyer, but overall, the grouping was tight for a CO2 blowback Airsoft pistol, showing it’s more than capable of consistent performance.

Overall, I came away impressed with the KJWorks Full Metal 1911 TBC CO2 Airsoft Pistol. The single-action trigger is crisp and light, giving it a very clean break. The blowback is strong and sharp, adding to the realism, and the build quality looks and feels solid in the hand. With its accurate shooting, great trigger feel, and satisfying recoil, this pistol is an excellent pick for anyone after a high-quality CO2 blowback 1911 that looks, feels, and performs the part. Another winner form KJWorks!

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Type: NBB Gas Airsoft Pistol.
Manufacturer: Distributed by Novritsch.
Model: SSX-23.
Materials: Metal & Polymer.
Weight: 1.9 pounds (860 grams).
Total Length: 9.65 inches (24.5cm).
Barrel: 5.75 inch barrel (14.6cm) 6.02mm smooth bore.
Propulsion: Gas (Green Gas or Propane)
Action: Semi auto NBB, DA & SA trigger.
Ammunition Type: 6mm Airsoft BB's.
Ammunition Capacity: 24 round drop out full size metal magazine.
FPS: Claimed 375-450 BB weight dependent.

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Trigger Pull: The Novritsch SSX-23 NBB Airsoft Sniper Pistol has a double action trigger for its primary semi auto shooting, as there is no blowback action to pre-cook the hammer or load a round into the breach. This does mean that the trigger pull is longer and a bit heavier than a traditional single action trigger. It is still a decent trigger and not very long or heavy for a double action trigger. You can also pre-cook the hammer manually for single action shooting which may come in handy for when you need the absolute best accuracy out of the Novritsch SSX-23 NBB Airsoft Sniper Pistol.

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Accuracy: At this point I have not shot the Novritsch SSX-23 NBB Airsoft Sniper Pistol, so I can only comment on what’s claimed by Novritsch for velocity (375-450 BB weight dependent). I have watched a few shooting videos online and they do indicate it has good velocity, accuracy and is super quiet which is ideal as a Sniper Airsoft Gun. I will of course be making a full Field Test Shooting Video for the Novritsch SSX-23 NBB Airsoft Sniper Pistol down the road in a bit so I can see for myself how it performs.

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Build Quality: The Novritsch SSX-23 NBB Airsoft Sniper Pistol has the typical modern semi auto pistol build characteristic so it has a metal slide with a metal magazine and plastic/polymer frame. Other metal parts would include the trigger, safety, hammer, magazine release, inner barrel and other internal parts. For a larger Airsoft Pistol it is not overly heavy coming in at around 2 pounds. The weight feels good in the hand and the Airsoft Pistol has a good weight and balance to it. Fit and finish look and feel good.

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Realism: The Novritsch SSX-23 NBB Airsoft Sniper Pistol is not an exact Replica of one specific gun, but shares a lot in common with the H&K USP line of Semi Auto Pistols. It is a bit larger especially in its length but there are several styles of H&K USP And Guns that come in a variety of versions and sizes. You do get a working slide in that you can cycle it manually, but it is only for show and does not even cock the rear hammer. It may be useful if you wanted to get at the gas tub for some reason, but it does add some realism in that you slide it back and forth. I do like the Full size drop out metal magazine and all the working parts like the hammer safety, the magazine release the slide catch release and working hammer for single action shooting.

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Pros:

• Built specifically for Snipers. Accurate, High velocity (up to 450), Quiet, Gas efficient (100+ rounds per gas fill).

• Adjustable Hop-up system.

• Included hard shell case.

• Threaded barrel for adding a tracer unit or suppressor.

• Not bad double action trigger, can also pre-cock the hammer for single action shooting.

• Has a similar HK USP look to it but larger in size.

• NBB but has a working slide to add to the realism.

• Metal slide and metal magazine.

• Fiber Optic sights (but non adjustable).

• Can add a red dot to the rear top slide.

• High capacity 24 round full size double stack metal magazine.

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Cons:

• NBB action.

• DA trigger is a bit longer and heavier than H&K USP SA Trigger.

• Fiber Optic sights are not adjustable.

• Price point is on the high side for a NBB.

• Comes with an orange tip (Can be removed).

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The Novritsch SSX-23 NBB Airsoft Sniper Pistol is a purpose built Airsoft Snipper Pistol designed to have lots of power for those long range shots, good accuracy again to reach out further out over what a standard Airsoft Pistol is capable of, and on top of that it is super quiet so as not to reveal your position. I was also super impressed with how many shots people were getting out of a single gas fill of the magazine. Generally getting some 100+ rounds to a fill, so four 24 shot magazine reloads! It is primarily a double action trigger Airsoft Pistol, but it does have a really nice double action trigger and you can thumb cock that rear hammer manually for even more precise shooting when you need it. I am not sure of any other Airsoft Pistol with all these features focused specifically for Airsoft Sniper usage, but if that is what you are looking for then the Novritsch SSX-23 NBB Airsoft Sniper Pistol is a great choice.

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I finally got my hands on the new Umarex Glock 17 Gen 5 MOS CO2 Blowback BB Pistol that was introduced at this years SHOT Show, and I have already made my Table Top Review Video so make sure to watch that video for information on specifications, details, Pro’s and Con’s and more close up video… In this Field test Shooting video I focus on the performance of the Umarex Glock 17 Gen 5 MOS CO2 Blowback BB Pistol by testing the velocity out with my Chronograph, and I also shoot 10 rounds into a paper target setup 30 feet down range to see what the real world velocity and accuracy truly is.

Starting off with the Velocity portion the test, as always I use a brand new 12 gram CO2 along with standard 5.1 grain Steel BB’s. Temperature for the record was about 22 degrees Celsius or 72 degrees Fahrenheit. Here are the result of my multi shot Chronograph testing as it seemed to keep shooting faster and fast so I ended up using the last 5 shots for my average: 354, 349, 348, 343, 344 fps with an average of 348 fps. That was fairly close but just a bit under the 370 claimed fps. Warmer temperatures could for sure get this Blowback Airgun up to the slightly higher claimed fps.

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Next I shot 10 rounds into a fresh paper target 30 feet down range using a semi-rested shooting position, with my hands resting on a sand bag up front, and sitting on a comfortable stool in the back, for somewhat stable shooting. There is always going to be a bit of human factor involved, but I seemed steady on this day, and I did get a nice result for a Blowback CO2 Air Pistol. The Umarex Glock 17 Gen 5 MOS CO2 Blowback BB Pistol shot good for me out of the box. The grouping spread out about 2 inches total well center up and down, just a hair above the bullseye but did wonder off to the left a little bit. Still a very good result for a blowback Airgun.

I was very pleased with the performance of the Umarex Glock 17 Gen 5 MOS CO2 Blowback BB Pistol. It had a lot more blowback action than I was expecting as the slide spring did feel kind of lazy to me when releasing it at first. The velocity was close to the mark and for sure as claimed in a warmer environment, and the accuracy was as good as you are going to get with a blowback BB Pistol. I didn't even mind the double action trigger at all as the first portion of the trigger is very light with almost no friction and even the release is not very heavy but for sure heavier than a true Single Action Trigger. I also like that you are going to get a lot more magazines worth of shots from a single CO2 out of the Umarex Glock 17 Gen 5 MOS CO2 Blowback BB Pistol with it’s semi blowback action and magazine design that seals off the BB into the breach area of the barrel. If you are OK with a DO trigger on a Glock, then I would suggest you chose the Glock 17 MOS Semi Blowback over the Glock 19 MOS Full Blowback simply for the higher fps, better CO2 efficiency and slightly improved accuracy.

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I finally got my hands on the new Umarex Glock 19 Gen 5 MOS CO2 Blowback BB Pistol that was introduced this year at SHOT Show and I have already made my Table Top Review Video so make sure to watch that video for information on specifications, details, Pro’s and Con’s and more close up video… In this Field test Shooting video I focus on the performance of the Umarex Glock 19 Gen 5 MOS CO2 Blowback BB Pistol by testing the velocity out with my Chronograph and also shooting 10 rounds into a paper target setup 30 feet away to see what the real world velocity and accuracy actually is.

Starting off with the Velocity portion the test, I us a brand new 12 gram CO2 along with standard 5.1 grain Steel BB’s. Temperature for the record was about 22 degrees Celsius or 72 degrees Fahrenheit. Here were the result of my 5 shot Chronograph testing: 278, 275, 273, 273, 271 fps with an average of 274 fps. That was very consistent for a full blowback CO2 Airgun and close to the 280-290 claimed fps. Warmer temperatures could for sure get this Airgun up to the claimed fps.

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Next I shot 10 rounds into a fresh paper target 30 feet down range using a semi rested shooting position, so with my hands resting on a sand bag up front and sitting on a stool in the back for somewhat stable shooting. There is always a bit of human factor involved but I seemed pretty steady on this day, and for what I consider to be a good result for a Full Blowback CO2 Air Pistol. The Umarex Glock 19 Gen 5 MOS CO2 Blowback BB Pistol shot a little bit low out of the box but well centered left to right. The grouping spread out about 3 inches total and that was mostly in the elevation so perhaps an inconsistency in velocity may have played a roll. In terms of windage (left to right placement), the group was closer to two inches total.

I was very pleased with the performance of the Umarex Glock 19 Gen 5 MOS CO2 Blowback BB Pistol , it shot really close to the claimed velocity with a fairly consistent fps for the most part. The accuracy was also right where I would expect a gun like this to perform and even though it shot a bit low on the bullseye, it was in the ball park and easy enough to simply adjust ones aim point to get more on target. The blowback action is quick and snappy with a nice simulated recoil and the single action trigger feels good. I did end up shooting two full 17 round magazines through this Airgun with no problem, and after letting it warm up a bit there is more than likely a third magazine left of CO2. If you want the most ultra realistic BB version of a Full Blowback Airgun with the ability to add a Red Dot to the top slide, then the Umarex Glock 19 Gen 5 MOS CO2 Blowback BB Pistol is the prefect choice!

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