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Umarex KWA HK USP Match GBB Airsoft Pistol Field Test Review

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In this shooting velocity and accuracy Field Test Video of the Umarex KWA HK USP Match GBB Airsoft Pistol, I test out what the velocity is in fps using propane gas along with .20 gram plastic 6mm Airsoft BB’s by placing 6 rounds through my Chronograph. Umarex claims 365 fps just above the 360 Canada minimum import regulation. I then setup a fresh paper target 30 feet down range in the Sea Can and shoot 10 rounds into it using a semi rested shooting position to find out if the Umarex KWA HK USP Match GBB Airsoft Pistol shoots near the bullseye on the target out of the box and if it can get a decently tight grouping. If you have not already watched my Table Top Video Review for the Umarex KWA HK USP Match GBB Airsoft Pistol, then make sure to do so for details, specifications and some nice close in 4k video.

First, my velocity test of the Umarex KWA HK USP Match GBB Airsoft Pistol, I shot 6 rounds through my Chronograph and then averaged them all out. The slowest shot was 354 fps while the fastest shot hit 378 fps, this averaged 362 fps which was really close to the Umarex claim of 365 fps. Temperature was maybe a bit under 20 degrees Celsius, I would say closer to 17 or 18 which is in the low 60’s or so degrees Fahrenheit, so I would expect a bit higher fps velocity in warmer temperatures, maybe as high as 380 or so…

As promised, I then placed a fresh paper target 30 feet downrange and using a semi rested shooting position (hands rested on a sandbag up front and sitting on a stool in the back - works for me). I proceeded to place 10 rounds into the target with the Umarex KWA HK USP Match GBB Airsoft Pistol, and was a bit surprised at what I saw when I went up to the target. I would say the grouping was around 6 inches which is not what I expected from this quality of Match Grade Airsoft Pistol. it should of easily broke 2 inches? The bulk of the shots did shoot within 2 inches and very close to the bullseye I might add, but 2 shots went high and 2 shots went low making the grouping a lot larger unfortunately. Perhaps a heavier Airsoft BB is what this Airgun needs as I think it has a lot more potential than it showed me here today.

You never know what to expect when making a Filed Test Shooting Video. Some low cost basic shooters end up performing really well and surprising me. In this case I was a bit underwhelmed by the Umarex KWA HK USP Match GBB Airsoft Pistol, at least in terms of the accuracy portion of the test. In terms of velocity it was bang on, and I love the way it shoots and feels, the blowback is steady and crips and the trigger feels really good. Again I am hoping the accuracy results were more about ammo choice as I can see it really wanted to place Airsoft BB’s near the bullseye and in that under 2 inch grouping, but it struggled perhaps with my light weight ammo choice. All around I think the Umarex KWA HK USP Match GBB Airsoft Pistol is a great option, you just need to work with it a little bit and find out what it likes to shoot.

Categories: 6mm, Airsoft, Blowback, Field Test, GBB, Gas, Pistol, Review, Semi Auto, Vimeo Video Tags: Umarex, HK USP Match, H&K USP

Umarex KWA HK USP Match GBB Airsoft Pistol Table Top Review

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Type: GBB Airsoft Pistol.
Manufacturer: Distributed by Umarex - Manufactured by KWA.
Model: HK USP Match
Materials: Metal and plastic.
Weight: 2.45 pounds (1120 grams).
Total Length: 9.5 inches (242mm).
Barrel: 4.5 inches (114mm) metal rifled.
Propulsion: Green Gas.
Action: Semi auto Blowback, SA DA trigger.
Ammunition Type: 6mm Airsoft BB’s.
Ammunition Capacity: 28.
FPS: Claimed 365.

Trigger Pull: The trigger pull on the Umarex KWA HK USP Match GBB Airsoft Pistol is nice in both single and double action. Most of the time you will be shooting in single action as once the blowback action kicks in the slide cycle will pre-cock the hammer allowing for short light single action trigger pulls. You can de-cock this pistol dropping the hammer, at that point your next shot will be in double action until the blowback action again pre-cocks the hammer for you. Both single and double action on this pistol feel good with single action being shorter and lighter while the double action is still very usable.

Accuracy: I have yet to shoot the Umarex KWA HK USP Match GBB Airsoft Pistol or perform my standard Field Test shooting Video so I can not comment on the performance other than what Umarex claimes in terms of velocity (365 fps). I expect the Umarex KWA HK USP Match to perform well as it is a competition style pistol with fully adjustable sights. So even if it shoots bit off out of the box I can dial it in closer to the bulls eye with a simple turn of the sight adjustment screws. This Airsoft gun has a really nice weight and feel in the hand and is really well balance so that should help out with accuracy but we will find out soon enough…

Build Quality: The Umarex KWA HK USP Match GBB Airsoft Pistol is a quality product all around with Metal and Polymer construction. You will find a machined aluminum alloy slide, CNC machined aluminum compensator weight and an injection molded polymer frame. Fit and finishes is very good which is what I find with most KWA built products. Internally this product KWA utilizes the NS2 gas blowback system that provides excellent gas efficiency and performance.

Realism: The Umarex KWA HK USP Match GBB Airsoft Pistol is as close to the real steel version as you can get with an Airsoft Pistol replicating looks and function very closely. It has full blowback action with all the mechanical parts operating as they would on the real steel version. Metal parts and plastic parts are found in all the same places and you can fully field strip the Umarex KWA HK USP Match GBB Airsoft Pistol just like the .45 caliber version.

Pros:

  • Single and double action trigger with a nice light short single action trigger.

  • Fit and finish is excellent, top notch build materials.

  • This pistol is pretty heavy at almost 2.5 pounds!

  • Extremely close replica of the real steel HK USP Match in both looks and function.

  • Decently priced for a quality Airgun.

  • Fully adjustable match grade sights.

  • I like the look of the compensator extension and flared magwell.

  • Full ambidextrous controls.

  • Full size metal magazine holds the Gas and 28 Airsoft BB’s which adds additional weight and balance.

  • Most Mechanical parts work just like the real steel version and can be field stripped with a bit of work.

  • No need to field strip to adjust the hop-up as a tool is included for that.

  • Heavy slide spring with fast blowback action, great for action shooting.

  • Licensing all over this gun true to the real steel version.

Cons:

  • Has a painted on orange tip.

  • Not super easy to filed strip

  • May be a bit heavy and bulky for some people.

Comments:

The Umarex KWA HK USP Match GBB Airsoft Pistol is on the larger size and may not be for everyone but if you don’t mind a beefier Airsoft Pistol, you will get a lot from this one. It almost has a bit of that RoboCop look to it which I don’t mind. You also have a lot of control over this Airsoft Pistol with full ambidextrous controls, fully adjustable sights and both a single and double action trigger. And then there is the compensator, it does look cool but I am not really sure how much it is going to improve shooting this gun if any. For the price you do get a lot with the Umarex KWA HK USP Match GBB Airsoft Pistol.

Categories: 6mm, Airsoft, Blowback, GBB, Gas, Pistol, Review, Semi Auto, Vimeo Video Tags: Umarex, H&K USP, HK USP Match, KWA

March Pistol Unboxing Update Video

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I’ve got some new Airguns to show everyone today and all of them are Pistols of some sort or another. I show you three 4.5mm BB Pistols from ASG, a Cybergun 1911 NBB BB Pistol, an Airsoft Full Blowback Pistol from EMG and lastly from Umarex, an HK Full Blowback Airsoft Pistol. This is not a full review by any means, the video is mainly to let you know what is coming up in terms of Table Top and Field Test Videos and that we do have these products at least listed in our Replica Airgun Store.

ASG CZ SP-01 Shadow CO2 Blowback BB Pistol

  • Type: BB Pistol

  • Manufacturer: ASG

  • Model: CZ 75 SP-01 Shadow

  • Materials: Full Metal

  • Weight: 1315 g (2.09 lb)

  • Barrel: Smoothbore

  • Power Source: CO2

  • Action: Semi-Automatic

  • Ammo Type: 4.5mm Steel BBs

  • Ammo Capacity: 17 Rounds

  • FPS: 312

ASG Ingram Cobray M11 CO2 NBB BB Pistol

  • Type: BB Pistol

  • Manufacturer: ASG

  • Model: Cobray Ingram M11

  • Materials: Polymer Body, Metal Stock

  • Weight: 531 g (1.2 lb)

  • Length: 255 mm (10 in)

  • Power Source: CO2

  • Action: Semi-Automatic

  • Ammo Type: 4.5mm Steel BBs

  • Ammo Capacity: 27 Rounds

  • FPS: 400

ASG CZ Shadow CO2 Blowback BB Pistol

  • Manufacturer: ASG

  • Model: CX Shadow

  • Materials: All metal

  • Weight: 1230 g (2.7 lb)

  • Barrel Length: 95 mm (3.7 in)

  • Power Source: CO2

  • Action: Semi-Automatic

  • Ammo Type: 4.5mm Steel BBs

  • Ammo Capacity: 18 Rounds

  • FPS: 350-400

Cybergun Thompson 1911 CO2 NBB Pellet Pistol

  • Type: Pellet Pistol

  • Manufacturer: Cybergun, Licensed by Auto Ordnance

  • Power: CO2 Powered

  • Caliber: 4.5mm (.177 cal) Pellets or BBs

  • Fire Modes: Semi-Auto

  • Magazine Capacity: 6rds x 2

  • Muzzle Velocity: 332 FPS (2.3 Joule)

  • Length: 8.66" (220mm)

  • Weight: 2.18lb (990gr)

EMG Salient Arms International SA1 BLU CO2 Blowback Airsoft Pistol

  • Model: SA1 BLU

  • Materials: Metal and Plastic

  • Weight: 772 g (1.7 lb)

  • Length: 190 mm (7.5 in)

  • Power Source: CO2

  • Action: Semi-Automatic

  • Ammo Type: 4.5mm Steel BBs

  • Ammo Capacity: 25 Rounds

  • FPS: 375+

Umarex HK USP 45 Match GBB Airsoft Pistol

  • Model: HK USP Match

  • Materials: Metal and Plastic

  • Weight: 998 g (2.2 lb)

  • Length: 245 mm (9.6 in)

  • Power Source: Gas

  • Action: Semi-Automatic

  • Ammo Type: 6mm Airsoft BBs

  • Ammo Capacity: 28 Rounds

  • FPS: 360+

Categories: 4.5mm / .177 cal, 6mm, Airsoft, BB, Blowback, CO2, GBB, Gas, Pellet, Pistol, Review, Semi Auto, Vimeo Video Tags: Umarex, EMG, Cybergun, ASG, HK45, H&K USP, M1911, Thompson Custom 1911, Salient Arms International, SA1, CZ SP-01 Shadow, Ingram M11, CZ Shadow

Amomax Airsoft Airgun Holster Update Review

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Wow, an accessory review, not many of these :) Today I take a look at the Amomax Airsoft Airgun Holster product line since at some point you may want to put your gun in a holster or practice drawing your gun from a holster?

The good news is we just got in a decent amount of product for our Amomax Airsoft Airgun Holsters. Here is a bit of info about Amomax but of course make sure to watch the video as I take a good look at a few of the versions we sell in our Canada and US online Replica Airguns Stores.

Amomax holsters are compatible with 4 different carrying platforms :paddle (standard), belt clip, MOLLE, and drop leg platforms. All the carrying platforms can be replaced by only one screw. Users can carry them in daily use, outdoor sports, normal shooting training and competition. Holster will stay firmly on a belt, leg and MOLLE system even in fast moving situations with a quick release Retention System button that keeps the gun locked in place until you are ready to draw. Holster body and carrying platform are connected with a tooth gear that allows for 360 degrees of rotation. User can easily adjust the carrying position to fit their needs.

Amomax Holsters are currently available in the following versions:

  • Glock 17/22/31

  • 1911 (Fits most brands 1911’s)

  • USP

  • Sig P320

  • Single and double Universal Magazine

Categories: Accessory, Airsoft, BB, Non Airguns, Paintball, Pistol, Review, YouTube Video Tags: Glock, Amomax, Sig, 1911, H&K USP, HK USP, Sig Sauer

Umarex HK USP Blowback CO2 BB Pistol Table Top Review

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Type: Blowback CO2 BB Pistol.
Manufacturer: Distributed by Umarex.
Model: HK USP.
Materials: Metal & Polymer.
Weight: 2.15 pounds (975 grams).
Barrel: 4 inches, metal non-rifled.
Propulsion: CO2 x 1.
Action: Semi auto single and double action trigger.
Ammunition Type: 4.5mm steel BB's.
Ammunition Capacity: 16 round drop out full size metal magazine.
FPS: Claimed 325.

Trigger Pull: The trigger pull on the Umarex HK USP Blowback CO2 BB Pistol feel good in both single and double action modes. Single action has a reduced reset with very little take-up before it release, the trigger weigth in single action is fairly light. In double action the trigger pull starts out a bit longer and heavier but then lightens up just before it releases. This will only be for the first shot since follow up shots will be single action afterwards.

Accuracy: At this point I have not shot the Umarex HK USP Blowback CO2 BB Pistol so I can only quote what Umarex is saying in terms of FP2 which is 325. That's sounds about right for a full blowback CO2 BB pistol in this style. We will find out when I get to my Field Test Shooting Video  for the Umarex HK USP Blowback CO2 BB Pistol.

Build Quality: The Umarex HK USP Blowback CO2 BB Pistol looks to be really well made. It's super solid at 2.25 pounds with a nice balance since the slide and magazine are both full metal. There is virtually no slide play but I am noticing just a little bit of paint wear around some of the high spots and in the breach area. This is common with KWC Airguns which may be the actual manufacturer of this Air Pistol, either KWC or VFC, I'm not sure?

Realism: The Umarex HK USP Blowback CO2 BB Pistol is virtually identical in looks to the Real Steel HK USP, it also functions nearly the same with it's full blowback operation, full size drop out metal magazine and working slide catch, safety and single and double action trigger. Thanks to Umarex the Umarex HK USP Blowback CO2 BB Pistol is full HK licensed also helping to pull of a believable replica.
Available From: The Replica Airguns Store.

Pros:

  • Full blowback action with full size drop out metal magazine, what we all love to see!

  • Fully field strippable.

  • Metal parts where where you would find them on the real steal HK USP.

  • Very accurate replica of the original HK USP.

  • HK Licensed via Umarex.

  • White dot sights easy to sight in your target.

  • Single and double action trigger.

  • Rail for accessories.

Cons:

  • Not a big fan a of the clamshell packaging, makes the gun seem cheap even before you actually hold and feel it.

  • Sights are none adjustable.

  • Warning writing on the right side of slide is a bit obvious.

Comments:

I really didn't mind the previous non-blowback CO2 BB version of the HK USP as it had a full size metal magazine and metal slide making it feel great in the hand while still looking the part. That said having a full blowback version with a true single action trigger makes this the obvious choice for me. I'm really looking forward to shooting my Umarex HK USP Blowback CO2 BB Pistol and seeing what kind of fps velocity and accuracy we get from it in the Sea Can!

Categories: 4.5mm / .177 cal, BB, CO2, Blowback, Comparison, Pistol, Review, Semi Auto, YouTube Video Tags: Umarex, Umarex HK USP, HK USP, H&K USP

Umarex HK USP Clear CO2 Airsoft Gun Table Top Review

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Type: Airsoft Pistol.

Manufacturer:Umarex.

Model:H&K USP.

Materials: Mostly clear plastic exterior with metal magazine and internal metal parts.

Weight: 1.2 pounds (544 grams).

Barrel: 4 inches, metal non-rifled with internal Hop-up.

Propulsion: CO2 x 1.

Action: Semi auto, double action only.

Ammunition Type: 6mm Plastic BB's.

Ammunition Capacity: 16 round full size drop out magazine.

FPS: 360 (.12 gram BB's).

Trigger Pull: The trigger pull on the Umarex HK USP Clear CO2 Airsoft Gun is pretty light for a Double Action Only trigger and it will allow for some pretty quick rapid fire action shooting. The hammer is basically for show as the hammer is actually situated internally.

Accuracy: So far I have not had a chance to test the Umarex HK USP Clear CO2 Airsoft Gun out but I expect it to get around 300 fps using .20 gram plastic Airsoft BB's and with the internal hop-up it should also be fairly accurate. We will have to find out later on when I get outside and perform my Field Test Shooting Video Review.

Build Quality: My first impressions of a clear plastic gun are that it is going to be cheaply made but this is not the case with the Umarex HK USP Clear CO2 Airsoft Gun. For the most part it is exactly like the all black Steel BB version I already reviewed other than the clear plastic shell. Everything else about the Umarex HK USP Clear CO2 Airsoft Gun is the same and there is a lot internal metal parts including a metal barrel and breach and a full internal metal chassis. I would have like to have seen a metal trigger, hammer, safety and slide catch release.

Realism: The Umarex HK USP Clear CO2 Airsoft Gun is a fully licensed replica of the real H&K USP automatic pistol. Other than it being clear and having a red tip is an extremely close looking and accurate replica of the real steel version. It does not operate the same since it is non blowback and does not have a moving slide but visually it is a very good copy.

Purchased this gun from: The Replica Airguns Store.

Pros:

  • Relatively low cost gun, even less than the Steel BB version that is the same other than the clear plastic portions.

  • Nice full size drop out magazine that holds the CO2 and Airsoft BB’s.

  • Lots of internal metal parts gives decent weight to the gun even though much of the shell is plastic.

  • Rail for accessories.

  • CO2 screw is well hidden in magazine.

  • H&K licensing via Umarex.

  • Red dot sights are easy to see on most targets.

  • Should have justthe right amount of power for indoor CQB style Airsoft games.

  • Makes a good starter pistol for someone getting into the hobby that may not want a gun that looks too realistic. 

Cons:

  • Being a clear gun obviously takes away from the realism but that is the point of this gun so as not be confused with a real gun..

  • Would have been nice if the magazine was metal like earlier versions of the HK USP.

  • Also would have been nice to see more metal parts like the hammer, magazine release, safety, and slide catch release.

Comments:

As I mentioned in my video of the Umarex P99 Clear Plastic Spring Airsoft Pistol, I can be a bit of an Airgun snob and I tend to stay away from the clear Airsoft guns since I like mostly metal guns with blowback operation. That said there is a place for these clear Airsoft pistols. The Umarex HK USP Clear CO2 Airsoft Gun other than being clear looks like a gun and shoots like a gun but will not be confused as being a real gun which can offer some more safety and less stress to all parties involved.

My Vimeo Video Review for the Umarex HK USP Clear CO2 Airsoft Gun:

 
Categories: 4.5mm / .177 cal, Airsoft, CO2, Comparison, Pistol, Review, Semi Auto, YouTube Video Tags: H&K USP, Umarex

Umarex H&K USP BB Pistol Added to the Replica Airguns Store

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Since making its debut in 1989, the H&K USP (Universal Self-loading Pistol) has gone through considerable development, and it is now widely used as a service pistol by police and armed forces. This 4.5mm BB shooting replica's rugged design and reliability make it interesting to shooters and collectors alike. Non-blowback operation was chosen for this CO2 pistol giving the shooter a system with superior accuracy and a higher number of shots by utilizing the CO2 gas more efficiently.

  • 4.5mm BB
  • CO2 Powered
  • 22 round magazine
  • 400 fps
  • 1.8 pounds
  • 4 inch steel non-rifled barrel
  • Double action only

Buy this gun in Canada   -   Buy this gun in the US

Categories: 4.5mm / .177 cal, BB, CO2, Pistol, Replica Airguns News, Semi Auto Tags: H&K USP, Umarex

UMAREX H&K USP CO2 4.5MM BB PISTOL REVIEW

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Type: BB air pistol.

Manufacturer:Umarex.

Model:H&K USP.

Materials: Mostly Plastic exterior with metal magazine and internal parts.

Weight: 1.8 pounds.

Barrel: 4 inches, metal non-rifled.

Propulsion: CO2 x 1.

Action: Semi auto, double action.

Ammunition Type: 4.5mm BB's.

Ammunition Capacity: 22 round magazine.

FPS: 400.

Trigger Pull: The trigger pull on this gun is medium, it has a predictable break point and is easy to shoot.

Accuracy: This was my second time shooting the H&K USP at a target from 20 feet out free standing and again it performed about the same with a decent 2 inch grouping.

Build Quality: You would think as this air pistol is mostly all plastic on the outside, that it would seem cheap and not so well made, but in fact the opposite is true! The plastic is of very good quality and form looking at it you would think the slide was actually made out of metal. Many of the internal parts and the full size drop free magazine are made out of metal giving the H&K USP a very solid and hefty feel.

Realism: The Umarex H&K USP is a licensed replica of the real H&K USP automatic pistol. It is an extremely close looking and accurate copy.

Purchased this gun from: The Replica Airguns Store.

Pros:

  • Good price for such a realistic looking replica - excellent prop gun!

  • Good accuracy and power combination.

  • Nice full size 22 round drop out metal magazine..

  • Even though it has a lot of plastic, they used high quality materials.

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Cons:

  • No blowback.

  • Would have been nice to have at least a metal slide.

  • Slide catch is moulded into the frame and the slide does not function in any way.

Comments:

This is another low cost replica air gun from Umarex designed for the more entry level buyer. It's actually a very well made gun despite all the plastic parts and it even has all the H&K USP licensing and trademarks. There is a lot of good with the Umarex H&K USP, it's fairly consistent and accurate, has good fps, uses "good quality" plastic, and  comes in at a very affordable price.

My Vimeo Video Review for this Airgun:

Categories: 4.5mm / .177 cal, BB, CO2, Comparison, Pistol, Review, Semi Auto, YouTube Video Tags: H&K USP, Umarex

COLT DEFENDER - H&K USP - S&W M&P - MAKAROV REPLICA BB GUNS COMPARISON REVIEW

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Type: BB air Pistols.

Manufacturer: Umarex.

Models: Colt Defender - H&K USP - S&W M&P - Makarov.

Materials:

Colt Defender - Mostly metal with plastic grips.

H&K USP - Mostly plastic with an all metal magazine.

S&W M&P - Mostly plastic with an all metal magazine.

Makarov - Mostly metal.

Weight:

Colt Defender - 1.6 pounds.

H&K USP - 1.8 Punds.

S&W M&P - 1 pound.

Makarov - 1.5 pounds.

Barrel:

Colt Defender - Non-rifled Metal - 4.3 inches.

H&K USP - Non-rifled Metal - 4 inches.

S&W M&P - Non-rifled Metal - 4.25 inches.

Makarov - Non-rifled Metal - 2.8 inches.

Propulsion: CO2 x1.

Action: Semi auto.

Ammunition Type: Steel BBs 4.5mm.

Ammunition Capacity:

Colt Defender - 16

H&K USP - 22

S&W M&P - 19

Makarov - 16

FPS:

Colt Defender - 440

H&K USP - 400

S&W M&P - 480

Makarov - 380

Trigger Pull: On all these guns the trigger pull is about medium with a bit of a break near the end. Only the Makarov has Single Action capability which gives it a much nicer and lighter trigger pull when desired.

Accuracy:

Colt Defender - At 20 feet in standing unrested position I got about a 2 inch group from 10 rounds.

H&K USP - At 20 feet in standing unrested position I got about a 2 inch group from 10 rounds.

S&W M&P - At 20 feet in standing unrested position I got about a 1.5 inch group from 10 rounds.

Makarov - At 20 feet in standing unrested position I got about a 1 inch group from 10 rounds.

Build Quality:

Colt Defender - Mostly metal with plastic grips, the gun had good finishing and a hefty weight to it.

H&K USP - Mostly good quality plastic with a full metal, full size magazine that gave the gun a solid feel

S&W M&P - Almost entirely plastic, it felt more like a toy then a gun because of it's light weight and shinny finish.

Makarov - Mostly metal with plastic grips and safety. This gun has good weight, feel and finishings.

Realism:

Colt Defender - Even though this BB gun is mostly metal, there are not a lot of moving parts, most parts where moulded into the gun and un-operational with the exception of the trigger and magazine release button.

H&K USP - I found it easy to forget about all the plastic in this air gun because of the excellent detail, everything is exactly right where it's supposed to be!

S&W M&P - On paper this gun is the right size and shape and pretty much looks like the real S&W M&P. You just don't want to get too close or pick it up or the illusion is lost.

Makarov -  An overal good replica with a moving slide that's even filed strip-able. The paint is a bit shinny but it makes for a nice looking gun overall.

Purchased thes guns at: The Replica Airguns Store.

Pros:

  • Colt Defender - Mostly metal, high FPS.
  • H&K USP - Very realistic, full metal full size drop out magazine.
  • S&W M&P - Surprisingly good accuracy, high FPS, drop out metal magazine.
  • Makarov - Mostly metal, moving slide, double and single action, drop out metal slide.

Cons:

  • Colt Defender - Most moving part are non-functional, no drop out magazine.
  • H&K USP - More metal and a moving slide would have been a nice touch.
  • S&W M&P - Lots of cheap plastic, no real weigh to it, parts mostly moulded into the air pistol.
  • Makarov - No blowback, no slide catch, paint is a bit shinny.

Comments:

I had very low expectations for most of these guns based on their low price point. But in the end, I was impressed with at least a couple things about them each of them! I can honestly recommend all of them but just make sure you buy them for the right reasons... If you want a high FPS and accurate target BB pistol then take a look at the Umarex S&W M&P. If you want an all metal gun with lots of moving parts then the Umarex Makarov is probably for you. If you're looking for a very close replica that's got a full size drop out magazine then you probably want the Umarex H&K M&P. If you want something that is super solid and almost indestructible then get then the Umarex Colt Defender juts might fit that bill.

 
Categories: 4.5mm / .177 cal, BB, CO2, Comparison, Pistol, Review, Semi Auto, YouTube Video Tags: Colt Defender, H&K USP, Makarov, S&W M&P, Umarex

Colt Defender - H&K USP - S&W M&P - Makarov Replica BB Guns Arrive!

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Now I haven't shot any of these guns yet, but I did get the chance to open all the packaging and give them a quick once over. My opinions of some of these guns may change after shooting them, depending on how they do, but as it stands I will give my first impressions of the guns. I'm not going to get into all the details as I will be doing individual reviews on each BB gun down the road. So here's a few pros and cons for each replica BB gun based on their first impressions:

Umarex Colt Defender 4.5mm CO2 BB Pistol:

The Umarex Colt Defender is basically a nice looking and fairly heavy all metal BB replica that feels good in the hand and has the Colt markings. It has a medium trigger pull with fairly good finishing.

The down side, it has no removable magazine, and most of the guns external mechanical parts like the hammer, slide release and safety, are molded into the metal and are non-operational.

Umarex Makarov 4.5mm CO2 BB Pistol:

Next we have the Umarex Makarov, this one is probably my immediate favorite out of the bunch for reasons like: It came in a box and has a movable and removable slide. For the most part it is all metal including the drop out magazine. The trigger pull again is about medium and even the safety is in the right place and is actually functional.

Some of my dislikes for this gun are the non-functioning slide release, so even though in this picture it looks like the slide is locked back, it's actually not (I'll show you how I did this in the future video!!). There is also no blowback action with this gun but to be fair, non of the other guns in this comparison have blowback either!

Umarex Smith & Wesson M&P CO2 BB Pistol:

I'm sorry to say the Umarex S&W M&P so far is my least favorite of the bunch, but first let's be positive... It's the right size and shape, has all its bits and pieces and markings in the right places so it would make an excellent low cost prop gun for sure! It is also the only gun with fiber optic sights and it does have a drop out metal magazine.

Now for the bad. When you pick this gun up it just feels cheap and plasticy, more like a toy then a gun! the trigger is OK but it's just so hard to get over the weight and feel of this BB gun. I hope it is a dream to shoot, that might be it's saving grace for me.

Umarex H&K USP CO2 BB Pistol:

OK, so let's leave of on a good note. The Umarex H&K USP was a close second to the Makarov in terms of first impressions with these low cost replica air guns. Even though a lot of the gun is plastic, it has a good weight and feel to it, this is partially due to the full size drop out metal magazine. The Umarex H&K USP also has everything in all the right places including the H&K markings and it too takes advantage of using the safety lever as originally intended, not just molded into the frame for show. Non of the guns had overly heavy trigger pulls and the H&K USP was no exception.

On the down side, it would have been nice to have a metal working slide to finish it off, and even though the hammer moves when the trigger is pulled, it's really only for show as it does not stay back and allow for both single and double action operation. Instead you can only shoot in this gun in double action.

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So that about wraps up this initial overview of my first impressions of the Umarex Colt Defender, H&K USP, S&W M&P, and Makarov Replica BB guns. Next I will be shooting a YouTube table top comparison review of these low cost replica BB guns, so make sure to check back!

Categories: 4.5mm / .177 cal, BB, CO2, Comparison, Pistol, Semi Auto Tags: Colt Defender, H&K USP, Makarov, S&W M&P, Umarex

Bunch of Airguns coming for a Low Cost Replica Comparison Shootout

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I am a bit of a stickler for blowback air guns, and if they don't have blowback, then they have to offer other points of realism that will win me over. Like with the Baikal Makarov and how it's pretty much a real Makarov but converted to shoot BB's.

So in some ways I'm a bit of an airgun snob and I have tended to stay away from the lower cost replica air guns for reasons like: Too much plastics, no blowback, too many non-working parts... Well I'm throwing it all in the wind for this next batch of airguns I am going to review and compare. They all sell for well under $100 and some even below $50. What they all have in common is that they are decent looking replicas of the original guns they represent and they all happen to be made by Umarex.

The guns are availabe in the Replica Airguns Store:

Umarex Colt Defender CO2 BB Pistol

Umarex H&K USP CO2 BB Pistol

Umarex S&W M&P CO2 BB Pistol

Umarex Makarov CO2 BB Pistol

When they get here I plan to do a full side-by-side comparison review of these Umarex replica CO2 BB guns and compare them based on accuracy, build quality, realism and shoot-ability. So make sure to check back and see how these air pistols compare?

Categories: 4.5mm / .177 cal, BB, CO2, Comparison, Pistol Tags: Colt Defender, H&K USP, Makarov, S&W M&P, Umarex