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First Look & Overview In this table top review, we are taking a look at the Umarex Glock 17 Gen 5 MOS Full Blowback CO2 4.5mm BB Pistol. We will be focusing purely on the table-top aspects for this video, so there is no active shooting featured here; a dedicated field test shooting video will be coming down the road. As a fully licensed replica from Umarex, it offers all the authentic Gen 5 styling and markings you would expect. Today, we are specifically looking at the full blowback version, which prioritizes a true-to-life shooting experience and heavy recoil simulation over pure power and efficiency.

Specifications

• Caliber: 4.5mm steel BBs

• Action: Single action, full blowback

• Magazine: 17-round drop-out magazine

• Power Source: 12-gram CO2

• FPS: Maximum 300 FPS

• Weight: 1.5 lbs (680 grams)

• Length: 7.95 inches (20.2 cm)

• Barrel: 4-inch (10 cm) smooth bore

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Build Quality & Design The Umarex Glock 17 Gen 5 MOS features an incredibly realistic design, boasting a heavy metal slide paired with a durable polymer frame. It completely matches the heft of its real steel counterpart, weighing in at a solid 1.5 pounds, and feels very comfortable in the hand. The slide comes with the signature Gen 5 front serrations and cycle.s completely back during operation, opening the ejection port fully to reveal the wide open magwell

Magazine & Loading System Loading the Umarex Glock 17 Gen 5 MOS BB Pistol is straightforward. It utilizes a heavy, full-size drop-out magazine that holds 17 rounds of 4.5mm steel BBs. The magazine follower can be pulled down and easily locked in place with a quick flick, making loading incredibly fast. Unlike partial blowback models where the magazine pulls forward to seal the breech, this model utilizes a traditional Airsoft-style follower-fed system where the slide simply strips the BB and loads it directly into the breech. While this design is less CO2 efficient and results in slightly less power, it is essential for delivering that complete, highly realistic full blowback action.

Handling & Controls True to the Glock platform, the handling on this replica is extremely authentic. It incorporates an ambidextrous slide catch release that smoothly locks the heavy slide rearward when the magazine runs empty. The single-action trigger pull is relatively light and short. In terms of safeties, it has the classic built-in trigger safety, but Umarex has also integrated an additional cross-bolt safety directly onto the trigger. While it functions well, it can be slightly awkward to push flush and disengage with your finger when you are preparing to shoot.

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Sights & Optics This specific MOS (Modular Optic System) version truly shines when it comes to aiming options. Out of the box, it comes equipped with the standard fixed white-dot front and rear sights for easy target acquisition. However, the package also includes an Allen key and four different adapter plates, allowing you to seamlessly mount a variety of micro red dot sights directly to the slide. If you want to add more accessories, the built-in lower rail easily accommodates tactical lights or lasers.

Performance Expectations The Umarex Glock 17 Gen 5 MOS Full Blowback CO2 4.5mm BB Pistol operates with a heavy focus on realism. Because the heavy metal slide travels all the way back with every shot, you get a very satisfying simulated recoil. However, this heavy action demands a significant amount of CO2. As a result, you can expect a slightly lower velocity, coming in at around 300 FPS, and fewer overall shots per CO2 cartridge compared to partial blowback models.

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Pros

• Realistic Replica in looks, weight, and full blowback function.

• Good weight and feel to it, build quality seems excellent as with all the Umarex Licensed Glocks.

• Really nice looking and full featured replica of the original Glock 17 Gen 5 MOS.

• Fully Glock licensed via Umarex.

• Easy to see white dot sights front and back.

• Recessed barrel for added realism.

• Accessory rail under barrel for adding a laser or tactical light.

• Full slide travel blowback action provides a true, hard-recoil shooting experience.

• Can be field stripped just like the real steel version.

• Cross Bolt Safety built into the trigger.

• Full size drop out metal magazine that holds the CO2 and 4.5mm steel BBs.

• Slide spring is super snappy and firm, giving an exceptionally crisp and authentic recoil effect.

• Warning instructions are nice and discreet under trigger guard.

• Lighter, true single-action trigger pull as the full blowback slide cocks the internal striker on every cycle.

Cons

• Full blowback action decreases CO2 efficiency, resulting in fewer shots per cartridge.

• Slightly lower velocity (300 FPS) due to the heavy slide action.

• No adjustable sights out of the box without mounting a red dot.

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Final Thoughts The Umarex Glock 17 Gen 5 MOS is a fantastic option for anyone who values maximum realism and training utility over raw FPS. While you do trade some CO2 efficiency for the heavy slide travel, the simulated recoil and authentic handling make it an incredibly enjoyable Airgun to shoot. The inclusion of the MOS plates is a massive bonus for modern shooters wanting to run optics. Stay tuned for the upcoming shooting video to see exactly how this performs down range.

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We’ve got yet another box on the table today for our August Mystery Unboxing. It took a while to arrive, but it was absolutely worth the wait. We’re diving into four highly anticipated products across the BB, Pellet, and Airsoft categories.

Here is a quick first look at what’s hitting the review table soon!

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Marksman Model 1018 .177 Caliber Air Pistol

First out of the box is the Marksman 1018. This is a very budget-friendly (around $50), 1911-inspired spring-actuated pistol. It features fiber-optic sights on the front and back, making it an excellent, quiet option for basement or backyard plinking. While it can technically shoot darts and bolts, we'll be sticking to BBs and pellets for our tests.

Basic Specifications:

• Action: Single-stroke spring piston

• Caliber: .177 Caliber (BBs and Pellets)

• Capacity: 18-shot internal BB reservoir

• Velocity: Up to 200 FPS

• Weight & Length: 1 lb / 9.0 inches

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Umarex Glock 17 Gen 5 MOS CO2 Blowback BB Pistol

Next up is a beauty from Umarex, the Glock 17 Gen 5 MOS. If you love ultra-realistic replicas, this is it. It features a heavy full-metal slide spring, a recessed barrel, and classic white dot sights. The "MOS" means it comes ready with all the mounting plates you need to attach your favorite red dot sights. It runs on a full-size, drop-out 17-round metal magazine and utilizes a full blowback system for ultra realistic blowback operation.

Basic Specifications:

• Action: Semi-auto full blowback, single CO2 cartridge

• Caliber: 4.5mm (.177) steel BBs

• Capacity: 17-round drop-out metal magazine

• Velocity: Approximately 300 FPS

• Weight & Length: 1.5 lbs / 7.95 inches

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

I'm incredibly excited to finally do a proper field test on this one. This is a replacement for a previous model that had a leaky loading valve. This gas-operated, "Mares Leg" style lever-action rifle is heavily modernized. It features a gorgeous real wood stock, an enlarged lever loop, a Picatinny top rail, an M-LOK handguard for accessories, and a mock suppressor on the front.

Basic Specifications:

• Action: Gas Non-Blowback Lever Action (Green Gas)

• Caliber: 6mm Airsoft BBs

• Capacity: 25-round internal magazine

• Velocity: 360 - 390 FPS (with 0.20g BBs)

• Weight & Length: 3.7 lbs / 24.5 inches

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Specna Arms SA-E10 PDW Edge AEG Airsoft Rifle

Finally, we have an absolute powerhouse in a tiny package: the Specna Arms SA-E10 PDW. This is a super-compact AR-style AEG with a polymer-metal build and a telescopic stock. Specna Arms goes above and beyond with the box contents on this one. Along with the rifle, you get two S-MAG mid-cap magazines, an additional M90 drop-in spring to easily lower your FPS for indoor fields, a Deans adapter, and a vertical foregrip.

Basic Specifications:

• Action: Electric (AEG) with Pre-installed MOSFET

• Capacity: Includes two 125-round mid-cap S-MAG magazines

• Velocity: 375-390 FPS (Drops to ~310-320 FPS with included M90 spring)

• Length: Minimum 505 mm (approx. 19.8 inches)

• Inner Barrel: 160 mm precision 6.03mm barrel

Stay tuned to the Replica Airguns channel, as I'll be doing dedicated tabletop and field test shooting videos for all of these very soon.

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In this Table Top Review, we're taking a detailed look at the ASG CZ P-10 C CO2 Blowback Airsoft Pistol. As always, this is a Table Top Review only, so there won't be any shooting in this video. However, a dedicated Field Test Shooting Video will be coming later to see how it performs in real-world use.

This is an ASG product, officially licensed by CZ, and it features authentic markings, including the 9x19 stamp. It's a modern, full-blowback airsoft replica that mirrors the real steel CZ P-10 C very closely. Manufactured in Taiwan and distributed by ASG, this model stands out with some excellent out-of-the-box features, making it a highly versatile and realistic option for airsoft shooters.

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Specifications

• Caliber: 6mm Airsoft BB.

• Action: Semi-auto, full blowback.

• Power Source: Single 12g CO2 cartridge (Green Gas magazines are also available).

• Magazine Capacity: 22-round full metal drop-out magazine.

• Velocity: ~330 FPS (1.05 Joules) with .20g BBs.

• Weight: 1.63 lbs (730 g).

• Overall Length: 7.09 inches (195 mm).

• Construction: Metal slide, nylon/polymer frame.

• Barrel: 14mm CCW threaded outer barrel.

• Hop-Up: Adjustable (accessible via open ejection port).

• Optics Ready: Yes (optics plate pre-installed).

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Build Quality & Design

The ASG CZ P-10 C delivers a solid mix of materials with its metal slide and nylon frame construction. The metal slide gives it a realistic, top-heavy weight and feel, while the nylon frame keeps the overall weight balanced at a manageable 1.63 pounds. The full metal 22-round magazine, which houses the 12g CO2 cartridge, adds substantial weight to the grip, giving the gun a very realistic presence in the hand.

Field stripping is incredibly simple and authentic to the real steel version—just pull down the two tabs and rack the slide forward to remove it. While the most of the frame components are mostly plastic, the heavy metal slide ensures durability where it counts.

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Handling & Controls

This pistol is designed with ergonomics and modern handling in mind. It features mostly ambidextrous controls, including an ambidextrous slide catch and release. While the magazine release comes set up for right-handed shooters, it is completely reversible. The pistol includes a working trigger safety and comes with three interchangeable backstraps, allowing you to customize the grip size to perfectly fit your hand.

One of the standout design choices on this airgun is the hop-up adjustment. Instead of having to field strip the pistol to make adjustments, you can access the hop-up wheel directly through the open ejection port when the slide is locked back, a massive time-saver during gameplay.

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Sights & Optics

Out of the box, the ASG CZ P-10 C is optics-ready and comes with an optics plate already installed on the slide. If you prefer to run standard iron sights, ASG includes a rear white-dot sight in the box that you can easily swap out by removing the plate. It also features a fixed white-dot front sight for quick target acquisition.

Additionally, the gun features a 14mm CCW threaded outer barrel right out of the box, hidden under a protective orange cap. This makes it instantly ready to accept a mock suppressor or a tracer unit once the cap is removed.

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Performance Expectations

With a claimed velocity of around 330 FPS (1.05 Joules) using a 12g CO2 cartridge, it hits perfectly within standard indoor CQB limits while still offering enough power for outdoor play. Because it features full blowback operation paired with a fairly heavy metal slide, you can expect a very crisp, realistic recoil effect with every shot.

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Pros

• Officially licensed by CZ with authentic 9x19 markings.

• Full blowback operation with a heavy metal slide for realistic recoil.

• Optics-ready out of the box with the plate pre-installed.

• 14mm CCW threaded outer barrel ready for a suppressor or tracer unit.

• Convenient hop-up adjustment dial accessible through the open ejection port (no field stripping required).

• Includes three interchangeable backstraps to customize grip size.

• Ambidextrous slide release and reversible magazine release.

• Simple and realistic field stripping process.

• Comes in a Black and Tan version

Cons

• Comes with an orange cap on the barrel, though it serves to protect the 14mm threads and can be removed.

• The standard rear sight is not installed out of the box (requires swapping the pre-installed optics plate).

• Internal trigger group components are mostly plastic.

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Final Thoughts

The ASG CZ P-10 C CO2 Blowback Airsoft Pistol is a fantastic option for anyone looking for a modern, feature-rich sidearm. It bridges the gap perfectly between a realistic training tool and a highly capable Airsoft primary or secondary. The inclusion of an installed optics plate, a threaded barrel, and a hop-up that doesn't require field stripping shows that ASG really thought about the end-user when designing this replica. I'm looking forward to getting this out for the field test to see how that heavy slide cycles and this Airsoft Pistol tests out on the Chrony and Paper Target.

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Hey everyone, Michael here from Replica Airguns. We’ve got another July unboxing video for you! If you're wondering why we have two in the same week, I recently realized I had a tiny mystery box video (featuring the ASG CZ P10C) all finished and ready to go, but I completely forgot to hit publish on it. Better late than never!

After getting a little low on review gear in the warehouse, I decided to bring in a new, medium-sized box of goodies to test out. Here’s a quick look at the highlights of what just landed.

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Gear Stock Copper-Coated BBs

First out of the box, we have some Gear Stock copper-coated steel BBs. I typically prefer using zinc-alloy BBs, but I haven't used this specific brand specifically. I’m eager to run these through a few tests to see how they perform and whether they may corrode long term leave any black residue in the barrel or on the gun.

Umarex P2P Secure 68P Impact Defense Kit

Next up is the Umarex Prepare to Protect (P2P) Secure 68P, a .68 caliber less-lethal impact defense kit. Right off the bat, the packaging screams quality, it comes in a really nice, durable nylon soft case.

Inside, you get a great variety of ammunition to load into its 6 round metal magazine:

• 6 glass breaker impact rounds

• 6 powder practice rounds

• 6 rubber impact rounds

The pistol itself features a double-action trigger, runs on 12g CO2 (which they thoughtfully include in the kit), and fires at a velocity of around 350 FPS. It has a great weight and feel to it, and I'm looking forward to getting this on the chronograph.

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Daisy Woodland Trail Western Carbine (Model 1999)

Finally, we have something that’s just pure fun: the Daisy Woodland Trail Western Carbine 1999. It's a classic lever-action BB rifle but with a modern, outdoorsy twist.

Instead of the traditional wood look, this model features a really cool green stock with a matching trigger. It also brings some nice upgrades to the table, including a Picatinny rail for mounting a red dot or optical scope, a fiber optic front sight, and an adjustable rear sight for elevation. It holds a massive 650 BBs and shoots right around 350 FPS. I haven’t shot one of these green stock versions yet, and I already know it's going to be a blast for backyard plinking.

What's Next?

Stay tuned because dedicated tabletop and field test shooting videos for all of these products are coming up very soon! You know I love shooting these lever-action rifles, so expect a detailed breakdown once I get them out in the yard or here in the sea can Airgun range.

As always, you can find these items available in both our Canada and US stores. Thanks for watching, and don't forget to subscribe to the YouTube channel and follow us across our social media platforms so you don't miss the full reviews!

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They say that real awesome things come in small packages, and that is absolutely the case with my latest unboxing. I honestly wasn't sure what to expect when this tiny box arrived on my doorstep, but inside is a fantastic addition to the review lineup: the ASG CZ P10C Optic Ready 6mm Airsoft Pistol.

This is a fully crisp CO2 blowback pistol that feels amazing in the hand, packed with great features right out of the box.

Quick Specs & Features:

• Length: 195 mm

• Weight: 780 grams (just under a kilogram, giving it a solid, realistic weight)

• Magazine Capacity: 22 rounds (uses standard 12g CO2 capsules)

• Power: 1.05 Joules / ~330 FPS (100 m/s)

• Build: Metal slide with a polymer frame, complete with an orange tip that easily unscrews.

• Optics Ready: Features a rear slide cut-out ready to accept a red dot sight.

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What’s Inside the Box?

Don't let the compact packaging fool you, ASG bundled everything you need to get configured. Along with the pistol and the CO2 magazine, you get a user manual, a discrete rear iron sight option (with white dots matching the front sight), and interchangeable backstraps (small, medium, and large) so you can customize the grip to your exact hand size. Pro tip: If you're looking for the Allen keys to swap the sights or load the CO2, make sure to lift up the cardboard packaging, they are buried safely underneath the box!

What’s Coming Next on the Channel

I am hard at work keeping fresh content rolling your way. Alongside a full tabletop review and upcoming field test for this CZ P10C, I am also working on a highly requested follow-up video for the .68 caliber less-lethal platform. I'll be re-doing the penetration test using a massive 88g CO2 tank to see if the increased capacity gives us a significant performance boost over the dual 12g setup that may have not been at full capacity for my first test..

Stay tuned for both of those videos dropping shortly!

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The Sig Sauer P320 Spectre Comp CO2 Blowback Pellet Pistol takes the already popular P320 platform and adds a more tactical, competition-inspired look with the Spectre Comp styling. In this Field Test Review, I focused mainly on real-world shooting performance including velocity, accuracy, trigger feel, blowback action, and overall handling. If you want all the detailed specifications and close-up overview footage, make sure to also check out my Table Top Review video for this model.

For this test I used standard Sig Sauer lead pellets, estimated around 7–8 grains rather than lightweight alloy pellets, giving a more realistic idea of what shooters can expect during normal use. Despite some chronograph frustrations during testing, the pistol delivered fairly consistent velocities once everything settled down. Average readings for my five shots through the Chronograph came in at 270 FPS, with highs reaching about 286 FPS during the initial shots and my slowest shot was 260 FPS. Considering the cooling effect common with CO2-powered airguns, the consistency was actually quite respectable for a blowback pellet pistol.

Accuracy testing was performed at 30 feet using a standard paper target. I fired a full 10-shot group and overall results were solid for a blowback pellet pistol with a higher-capacity belt-fed magazine system. Most shots grouped within roughly 2 inches, although the full spread opened up closer to 2.5–3 inches when including a couple lower shots likely caused by slight velocity variation from CO2 cooldown. Horizontal consistency was very good, with only a slight tendency to drift left. For a rapid-fire capable CO2 pistol with blowback, the accuracy was more than acceptable.

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One thing worth mentioning is the trigger feelof the Sig Sauer Spectre Comp. Since the trigger system also advances the pellet belt during firing, there is naturally a bit more friction and a slightly longer pull compared to some rotary magazine designs. Even so, the trigger never felt excessively heavy or unpleasant. Rapid follow-up shots were still easy to manage, and the realistic blowback action adds a lot to the shooting experience.

The 20-round belt-fed magazine system is one of the biggest advantages of the Spectre Comp over many traditional rotary magazine pellet pistols. Instead of dealing with smaller 8-shot or flip-around style magazines, you get a much more enjoyable shooting session with fewer reload interruptions. Combined with the realistic weight, solid balance, and satisfying blowback recoil impulse, this pistol ends up being a very fun and practical option for target shooting and action-style plinking.

If you are looking for a realistic training-style pellet pistol that combines blowback action, higher magazine capacity, and solid handling characteristics, the Sig Sauer P320 Spectre Comp CO2 Blowback Pellet Pistol is definitely worth checking out. It offers a nice balance between realism and shooting fun while still delivering respectable accuracy and consistency for casual target shooting.

You can find more information about Airguns, BB guns, Pellet guns, Airsoft guns, Blank guns, and accessories over at Replica Airguns Canada and Replica Airguns US.

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First Look & Overview

In this table top review, taking a detailed look at the Sig Sauer P320 Spectre Comp CO2 Blowback Pellet Pistol, a modern, competition-style airgun replica that closely mirrors its real steel counterpart. This model stands out with its aggressive styling, compensated muzzle, and optics-ready slide, making it one of the more premium-looking pellet pistols currently available.

This is a pellet-only airgun with blowback action, designed more for realism and handling than raw velocity. If already familiar with the Sig Sauer M17 pellet pistol, this one shares a lot of mechanical similarities, including the magazine system.

Specifications

• Caliber: .177 Pellet

• Action: Semi-auto, blowback

• Magazine: 20-round belt-fed rotary system

• Power Source: 12g CO2 (tool-free cam lever system)

• FPS: Claimed 340 FPS

• Weight: ~2.3 lbs

• Overall Length: 8.5 inches

• Barrel Length: 4.6 inches (rifled)

• Construction: Metal slide, polymer frame

• Sights: Fixed white dot front and rear

• Optics Ready: Yes (SIG Air RMR compatible)

• Rail: Picatinny accessory rail

• Safety: Ambidextrous manual safety

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Build Quality & Design

The Sig Sauer P320 Spectre Comp CO2 Blowback Pellet Pistol delivers a solid mix of metal and polymer construction. The metal slide gives it realistic weight and feel, while the polymer frame helps keep things balanced. At around 2.3 pounds, it has a substantial presence in hand without feeling overly heavy.

The grip features enhanced texturing along with a flared magwell, adding to both aesthetics and usability. The slide includes light porting and is optics-ready, allowing for easy installation of a SIG Air RMR red dot.

One standout visual element is the compensated muzzle, which adds to the competition-style look. However, it also impacts field stripping, you’ll need to remove it to fully disassemble the slide.

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Magazine & CO2 System

This pistol uses a 20-round belt-fed rotary magazine, which is housed within a drop-out mag body. Loading is straightforward:

• Remove the rotary belt insert

• Load pellets into each chamber

• Reinsert into the mag

CO2 is loaded using a tool-free cam lever system, which is fast and convenient compared to traditional screw-in designs.

Important note: the magazine needs to be firmly seated. A light insertion may not lock it properly, and due to the weight, it could fall out if not fully engaged.

Also worth noting, while the outer mag housing has some polymer components, the internal structure is mostly metal. Still, avoid dropping it on hard surfaces.

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Handling & Controls

• Ambidextrous safety works from both sides, though visual indicators are only clearly marked on one side

• Trigger feels closer to double-action due to the rotary magazine indexing

• Slide cycles with blowback but does not lock back when empty

• Takedown lever is present, but full disassembly is limited by the compensator

The trigger has a solid feel and requires deliberate pull due to the indexing mechanism. This is normal for belt-fed pellet systems.

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Sights & Optics

The pistol comes with fixed white dot sights, which are effective for quick target acquisition. However, they are not adjustable.

For those wanting more precision, the pistol supports SIG Air RMR optics, replacing the rear sight with an included plate.

Performance Expectations

The claimed velocity is 340 FPS, which is typical for blowback pellet pistols. Expect slightly lower speeds with lead pellets (recommended) compared to alloy pellets.

Blowback operation will also consume more CO2 than non-blowback models, trading efficiency for realism.

If looking for a performance reference, similar results can be expected to the Sig Sauer M17 pellet pistol due to shared internals.

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Pros

• Excellent replica accuracy of the P320 Spectre Comp

• Realistic blowback with metal slide

• Good weight and balance (~2.3 lbs)

• 20-round high-capacity pellet magazine

• Tool-free CO2 cam lever system

• Rifled barrel optimized for pellet shooting

• Optics-ready (SIG Air RMR compatible)

• Flared magwell and enhanced grip texture

• Picatinny rail for accessories

• Magazine compatibility with M17

Cons

• Lower FPS compared to non-blowback pellet pistols

• Higher CO2 consumption due to blowback

• Fixed (non-adjustable) sights

• Pellet-only (no BB capability, though this protects rifling)

• Slide does not lock back when empty

• Field stripping requires compensator removal

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Final Thoughts

The Sig Sauer P320 Spectre Comp pellet pistol is a strong option for anyone prioritizing realism, handling, and modern styling over raw power. It delivers a premium look with solid functionality, especially for training, backyard shooting, or collectors wanting a high-end replica.

While not the most powerful pellet pistol available, it excels in design, usability, and realism, especially if already a fan of the P320 platform.

For those in Canada, availability may already be live, with US availability likely to follow.

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A surprise “tiny box” delivery turned out to be a solid addition to the lineup, the SIG Sauer P320 Spectre Comp Pellet Pistol. Despite the small packaging, this is a full-featured CO2-powered pellet pistol with a strong focus on realism and competition-style design.

Right out of the box, the Spectre Comp feels substantial, coming in at around 2.29 lbs with a metal slide and polymer frame. It features a semi-auto blowback action and uses a 20-round belt-style pellet magazine, typical of SIG’s higher-capacity pellet systems.

Key highlights include:

• CO2 powered (.177 caliber pellet)

• Blowback action (semi-auto)

• 20-round belt magazine

• Approx. 340 FPS velocity

• Optics-ready slide (RMR plate compatible)

• Ambidextrous safety and controls

• Flared magwell for faster reloads

• Picatinny accessory rail

• Field-strip capable design (with compensator removal)

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The pistol leans toward a competition-style setup, featuring a skeletonized trigger, ported slide, and a compensated front end for aesthetics. While the slide does not lock back (common for belt-fed pellet systems), the blowback adds to the overall shooting realism.

Loading is straightforward thanks to the tool-free CO2 system and two-piece magazine design. The trigger pull feels more like a double-action due to the belt cycling, which is typical for this platform.

Overall, the P320 Spectre Comp CO2 Blowback Pellet Pistol looks to be a well-built, feature-rich option for those wanting a realistic training pistol with added competition styling. A full tabletop review and field test shooting results will follow once it’s put through proper testing.

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It’s that time again, another Mystery Box unboxing for the Replica Airguns channel. As usual, no idea what’s inside going in, but this one lines up right after SHOT Show season, which usually means some interesting gear starts showing up.

This isn’t a full review, just a first look at what came in. Detailed Table Top and Field Test videos will follow once everything gets properly looked at and tested.

What’s in the Box?

This month’s box included three very different airsoft products:

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1. KJ Works KP-13 CO2 Airsoft Pistol

A Glock-style pistol - but not a Glock.

First Impressions:

• Very familiar Glock-like ergonomics and controls

• Polymer frame with a metal slide

• Trigger safety and integrated accessory rail

• Front fiber optic sight, black rear sight

• Full-size drop-out magazine (CO2 powered)

It also came with a barrel extension, but it arrived with damaged threads. Not a huge loss since those extensions tend to be fragile anyway and aren’t essential for most users.

Takeaway:
If you're looking for a Glock-style platform without licensing restrictions, this fits the role well. Likely compatible with some Glock holsters depending on fit.

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2. Specna Arms SA-F249 Machine Gun (ParaFlex)

This was the standout item, and easily the most unexpected.

First Impressions:

• Large, heavy, and very aggressive-looking

• FN M249-style light machine gun “replica” (Non trademarked)

• Battery-powered box magazine with hopper feed system

• Integrated bipod and carry handle

• Multiple Picatinny rails

• Includes extra spring and accessories

The feeding system and internal layout aren’t immediately obvious, it’s one of those guns that clearly requires some setup and understanding before use.

Takeaway:
This is not a casual backyard plinker. It’s a full-on support weapon platform, something you’d expect in a tactical or milsim environment.

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3. Specna Arms SA-F04 FLEX Electric Airsoft Rifle (Gen 2)

A much more approachable and practical option compared to the F249.

First Impressions:

• AR-style AEG platform

• Mostly polymer construction with some metal components

• Adjustable stock (buffer tube style)

• Picatinny rails and M-LOK compatibility

• Comes with both orange and black flash hiders

• Includes extra spring (M90) for velocity tuning

• Dean’s connector

Takeaway:
This looks like an entry-level to mid-tier rifle, compact, lightweight, and ideal for someone getting into Airsoft or wanting a versatile CQB setup.

Overall Thoughts

This box had a good mix:

• Pistol platform (KP-13) → familiar, practical

• Entry-level rifle (SA-F04) → accessible and versatile

• Heavy support weapon (SA-F249) → niche, but very cool

The F249 clearly stole the show just based on size and complexity, but the SA-F04 is probably the one most people would actually use regularly.

What’s Next?

As usual:

• Tabletop reviews will come first (closer look, specs, handling)

• Field test shooting videos are stacking up and coming next

Where to Find These

If you're in Canada, these should be available through:

• www.ReplicaAirguns.ca

Some models may also be available in the US store:

• www.ReplicaAirguns.us

More detailed breakdowns coming once these get properly tested.

Replica Airguns takes a step back in time to share how everything began, long before the channel, website, and stores grew into what they are today. The journey started around 2006, just a year after YouTube first launched. At the time, online video was still in its infancy, with low-resolution clips, shaky footage, and minimal production quality being the norm.

Mike created the very first video simply for fun. It featured a modified Umarex Walther PPK BB gun that Mike had altered for full-auto shooting. Edited in iMovie on a Mac and uploaded in low resolution (under 640×480), the video wasn’t intended to be anything more than a casual experiment. However, after sitting online for a few months, it unexpectedly reached around 100,000 views, an impressive number for that era, when far fewer creators were uploading content and viral videos were rare.

That early success revealed something important: there was real interest in Airguns and BB gun content. From there, Mike purchased more Airguns (to his wife’s disapproval), more videos were created, and the foundation for a focused channel began to take shape. A few years later, the project became more serious, evolving into a dedicated platform and eventually transitioning into the Replica Airguns brand you see today!

Over time, the brand expanded into multiple websites, ReplicaAirguns.com, ReplicaAirguns.ca, and ReplicaAirguns.us, along with a large video library. Although the channel faced setbacks, including being removed from YouTube at one point, the content continued to live on through platforms like Vimeo and Rumble. Now, with nearly all videos being restored back to YouTube, the library is close to fully rebuilt.

The original video that started it all was thought to be lost for years, buried on old storage drives. Recently rediscovered, it has been enhanced using modern AI tools to improve clarity while still preserving its original look and feel. Despite its dated quality, it represents the true starting point of the Replica Airguns journey.

For viewers interested in Airguns, including BB guns, Airsoft, Pellet guns, and more, the channel and websites continue to offer extensive content and product availability across both Canadian and U.S. online stores.

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Today’s unboxing, we’ll call it the March 2026 Unboxing Preview!

I had no idea what was in this box, and honestly, I like it that way. It makes every delivery feel a bit like Christmas. A box shows up from the warehouse, I crack it open, and my job is to let you know what’s inside and what might be coming soon to the store. A lot of the time these are products we’ve never carried before. Not always, but usually there’s at least something new or unexpected in the mix.

As usual, getting into the box was its own little challenge. Good thing I had my “box cutter “ handy. Once I finally got through the packaging, it was clear right away this one had some interesting stuff inside.

What was in the box?

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1) Annie Oakley Lil’ Sure Shot BB Rifle

First out of the box was something a little different: the Annie Oakley Lil’ Sure Shot.

This one is brought to you by Air Venturi / Western Justice, and it’s essentially a Red Ryder-style lever action BB rifle with some nice Western-themed touches. Right away, it stood out with the stained solid wood stock, wood forearm with engraving, and engraved Annie Oakley artwork.

Here are some of the listed specs and features:

• Ammo: .177 caliber / 4.5mm steel BBs

• Action: Lever cocking, spring piston

• Barrel: Smoothbore

• Overall Length: 36.25 inches

• Capacity: 550 BBs

• Claimed Velocity: Up to 350 FPS

• Weight: 3.3 pounds

• Max Shooting Distance: 212 yards

Once I opened it up, it definitely gave me that familiar Red Ryder / Marlin Cowboy vibe, but it feels like it may be just a bit bigger overall. Maybe a slightly longer stock, maybe just a bit more substantial in the hands. I’ll have to compare it side-by-side with a Red Ryder later to know for sure.

A few things I noticed right away:

• It has a metal lever

• Metal frame

• Metal barrel

• A plastic muzzle tip

• A rear sight that appears adjustable

• And surprisingly, a Weaver-style rail on top for mounting an optic

That top rail is actually a nice touch. You could absolutely throw a small scope on this if you wanted to, and why not? It makes for a fun little plinker, and the engraving gives it some real visual appeal too.

I’ve always had a soft spot for these little lever-action BB rifles. They’re just fun. They’re simple, classic, and a great way to introduce younger shooters to safe rifle handling. Rifles like this tend to be a bit easier for beginners since they’re not as quick to wave around as a pistol.

So yes, this one looks like it should be a lot of fun, and I’ll be doing both a Tabletop Review and a Field Test Shooting Review on it soon.

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2) .68 Caliber Nylon Balls (100 Count)

Also in the box was a pack of 100-count .68 caliber nylon balls.

These feel noticeably heavier than the rounds I was using in my earlier T4E TC68 review. The previous ones were around the 2.8 to almost 3 gram range, and these new ones feel more like they’re getting up into the high 3 gram to 4 gram area.

That added weight could make them especially interesting to test in the TC68, since more projectile mass can sometimes translate into more energy on target, even if velocity comes down a bit.

So these should be fun to test out, and as it turns out, they may have arrived for a very good reason…

3) Steambow B08 / .68 Caliber Rubber Ball Crossbow Platform

This was the big surprise in the box, and definitely the highlight item.

If you watched my SHOT Show coverage, then you may remember this one from the Steambow booth. It’s a really cool product: basically a magazine-fed rubber ball shooting crossbow-style launcher in .68 caliber.

I had already gotten a chance to try it at SHOT Show, and Steambow was great about letting us check it out there. So it was pretty exciting to see one show up here for review.

Some of the box highlights:

• Detachable magazine

• 8-shot capacity

• .68 caliber projectiles

• Includes 25 foam balls

• Comes with a 35-pound limb

• AR-style adjustable buttstock

• Protective shooting glasses included

This product has a lot going on in the box. Once I opened it up, there were multiple components and accessories packed inside, including:

• Main body / receiver section

• Foregrip

• AR-style buttstock

• Upper receiver section with included magazine

• 35-pound limb

• Bow string and related accessories

• Lubricant / wax for the string

• Mounting hardware and tools

• Protective glasses

• 25 included foam balls

There’s definitely going to be some assembly involved before I can do a full review, so that will be part of the tabletop video.

The main unit itself feels solid and substantial. It has some good weight to it, and overall it looks like a very cool design. The included 35-pound limb should offer a decent balance between usability and performance. At SHOT Show we were only using a lighter 25-pound setup, which was very easy to draw, great for casual target practice, but obviously not the high-performance option.

One of the things I like about this platform is that it gives you that crossbow-style shooting experience while using reusable .68 caliber balls. That can make it easier and cheaper to shoot compared to bolt-style systems, where each arrow or bolt can get expensive fast, especially if you miss the target and damage one.

And since I now also have those heavier nylon .68 caliber rounds from the same box, I should be able to test both the included foam balls and the heavier options to see how they compare.

This one should make for a very interesting review.

Final Thoughts

So that was the March 2026 mystery box. We’ve got two very different products here:

• The Annie Oakley Lil’ Sure Shot, which looks like a fun, classic lever-action BB rifle in the Red Ryder tradition

• And the Steambow B08 / .68 Caliber Rubber Ball Crossbow Platform, which is something a little more modern, tactical, and definitely unique

Both of these are getting the full treatment, so expect Tabletop Review and Field Test Shooting Review videos for both products.

The Annie Oakley should be a blast to shoot, especially if it performs anything like the other Red Ryder-style guns I’ve reviewed over the years. And the Steambow system looks like it could be a really practical and fun way to enjoy crossbow-style shooting without the cost and fragility of traditional bolts.

I’ve still got a few earlier products to finish up as well, but I’ll be getting to these as quickly as I can.

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In this Video I perform the field test shooting review for the SIG Sauer P229 pellet pistol. If you’re interested in the full specifications, features, and a closer look at the pistol itself, make sure to check out my tabletop review where I go over all the details on this gun.

For today’s test I’m going to be shooting SIG Sauer lead pellets, roughly 7–8 grains. Because these are standard lead pellets and not lightweight alloy pellets, they’re not going to produce the highest velocity numbers this pistol can achieve. With lighter alloy pellets you will definitely see faster readings.

You could also shoot steel BBs through this gun, but BBs sometimes don’t seal quite as tightly in the barrel as pellets do. When that happens, some of the CO₂ can slip around the BB as it travels down the barrel which can actually reduce velocity slightly. BBs also generally don’t carry energy to the target as well as pellets, so pellets are usually the better option for accuracy and performance.

With these pellets, I’m expecting roughly around the 300 FPS range, so let’s see how it actually performs.

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Velocity Test

For the velocity portion I’m going to put five shots through the chronograph to see what kind of numbers we get.

Chronograph Results:

Shot Velocities: 320 FPS - 296 FPS - 303 FPS - 286 FPS - 277 FPS (Average of 296 FPS)

As you can see, the readings are right about where expected, generally around the 300 FPS mark, with a slight drop toward the last shot. That’s fairly typical for CO₂ powered blowback pistols, since some of the gas is being used to cycle the slide.

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Accuracy Test:

For the accuracy portion I’ve set up my paper targets at 30 feet downrange.

The SIG Sauer P229 pellet pistol uses a dual rotary 8-round magazine, so instead of the usual 10 shots I normally use in these tests, I’m going to fire eight shots to keep things simple and consistent.

One thing I like about this pistol is the trigger operation. When you start the trigger pull, the first stage rotates the rotary magazine. This part of the pull is very light and smooth, so there’s very little double-action feel. Once that’s done, you reach the single-action hammer release, which is nice and predictable.

To keep the trigger as light as possible I’m going to pre-cock the hammer, which eliminates most of that initial rotation effort and gives you a much lighter break.

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Accuracy Results:

After eight shots at 30 feet, the group measured approximately 1.5 inches.

That’s actually pretty good accuracy for a blowback pellet pistol.

The pistol was shooting slightly low out of the box, roughly about two inches low and just a little to the left at this distance. My aim point was just underneath the bullseye so I could see the target above the sights.

The sights on this pistol are fixed, so you can’t adjust them directly. The easiest solution is simply to aim slightly higher and a bit to the right if you want to hit the bullseye consistently at this range.

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Sight Upgrade Options:

If you want more precise adjustment, you do have a couple of options:

• Install a slide-mounted red dot using the removable optics plate

• Add a laser to the accessory rail under the barrel

Either of those options would allow you to dial in your point of aim exactly where you want it, which is a nice upgrade path for this pistol.

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Shooting Impression

The trigger feels really good, and the blowback action is solid and snappy, though not overly fast.

The slide actually has a bit of that heavier, slightly slower 1911-style blowback feel, which I personally like. Some blowback pistols cycle extremely quickly and can feel a bit artificial, but this one feels more substantial because of the heavier slide weight.

The pistol itself also has good weight and balance, coming in a bit over two pounds, giving it a very realistic feel in the hand.

Overall, it’s a solid, well-built pellet pistol, and like many of the SIG Sauer Airgun products, it feels like a lot of attention went into the design.

SIG doesn’t actually manufacture these Airguns themselves, they design them and partner with manufacturers to produce them, but the quality across their pellet pistols and rifles has generally been very good.

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Final Thoughts

The SIG Sauer P229 CO₂ blowback pellet pistol delivers:

• Around 300 FPS velocity with lead pellets

• Realistic blowback action

• Good weight and handling

• Approximately 1.5 inch accuracy at 30 feet

• Multiple options for optic or laser upgrades

Overall, it’s a very enjoyable pistol to shoot and a solid option if you’re looking for a realistic blowback pellet pistol.

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Michael here from Replica Airguns with an important public announcement, especially for those of you who mainly follow us on Vimeo or Rumble.

If you are watching this on YouTube, then you probably already know the news, we are finally back on YouTube. However, a lot of our long-time viewers may not be aware of this yet, so if you have the opportunity to help spread the word, it would really mean a lot to us.

What Happened to Our Original YouTube Channel

Several years ago our original YouTube channel was suddenly terminated due to what YouTube described as a “counterfeit claim.” Unfortunately, we were never given any clear explanation about what specific video or product triggered the action.

At the time, the Replica Airguns channel had been built over many years and included over 1,000 videos, millions of views, and hundreds of thousands of subscribers. Losing the channel meant losing our entire YouTube audience overnight.

To this day, we still do not know exactly what product or video led to the termination. Replica Airguns does not sell counterfeit products. All of the airguns and replicas we review and sell come from legitimate manufacturers such as:

• Umarex

• ASG

• Crosman

• SIG Sauer

• and other major licensed manufacturers

These companies produce officially licensed replica versions of real firearms, which is why they look authentic. The difference is that they shoot BBs, pellets, airsoft, or paintball rounds, not real ammunition.

Unfortunately, once the termination occurred, there was no real way to speak with a person or properly dispute the decision. Like many others at the time in the airgun community, we were caught up in a period when gun-related channels were facing heavy restrictions or removals.

A Fresh Start on YouTube

The good news is that we are rebuilding.

Over the last couple of months I have been gradually uploading our videos back to YouTube. The process is a bit slow since it requires moving videos over individually, but it is working and the library is growing quickly.

So far:

• 800+ videos uploaded

• 1,300+ total videos planned

• 130+ new subscribers

• 10,000+ views and growing

Considering we are essentially starting from scratch again, this is encouraging progress.

Why Uploading Takes Time

Some viewers have asked why all the videos are not already up.

The main reason is that the transfer process from Vimeo to YouTube still requires a bit of manual work. Each video needs to be shared individually, which takes several clicks and some time for page refreshes and processing. Moving around 50 videos can take close to an hour or more, so it is something I do gradually every few days.

The good news is that once a video is sent to YouTube, the rest of the upload and processing happens automatically.

What to Expect

While the archive videos are being uploaded, new videos can sometimes get buried under the older uploads. Once the full library is back online, I will be reorganizing everything into playlists, including:

• Tabletop Reviews

• Field Test Shooting Videos

• Pellet Gun Reviews

• Airsoft Reviews

• Paintball Markers

• Other replica airgun categories

This will make it much easier to find specific content again.

Help Us Rebuild the Channel

If you have been following Replica Airguns for a long time, you know how much work went into building the original channel. Rebuilding it will take time, but with your help we can get the community back together again.

If you can, please help by:

• Subscribing to the new YouTube channel

• Sharing the channel with other airgun enthusiasts

• Letting people know Replica Airguns is back

You can find us on YouTube under:

RA Returns - @RAReturns

The name simply stands for Replica Airguns Returns.

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We also post updates on Facebook, Twitter/X, and Instagram.

Thank you to everyone who has supported Replica Airguns over the years. We are excited to rebuild the YouTube channel and continue producing the airgun reviews, field tests, and content that this community has always enjoyed.

Stay tuned - there is a lot more content coming soon.

In this Table Top Review we’re taking a close look at the Sig Sauer P229 CO2 Blowback Pellet Pistol. This is the tabletop portion only, no shooting in this review as my Field Test Shooting Video will follow later on.

If you’re familiar with the Sig Sauer ASP P226 platform, the P229 version is the same general system in a more compact package, with one major upgrade: it’s optics-ready!

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Specifications

• Manufacturer: SIG SAUER

• Power Source: 12g CO2

• Ammunition: .177 pellets (also supports steel BBs)

• Action: Semi-auto, blowback

• Trigger: DA/SA (double action / single action)

• Magazine: 16 rounds (twin 8-shot rotary clips, loaded on both ends)

• Barrel: Rifled inner barrel

• Sights: White dot sights

• Safety: Manual safety lever with de-cocker function

• Claimed Velocity: up to ~380 fps (real-world varies with temperature and cadence)

• Shots per CO2: roughly 50–60 (varies with temperature/cadence)

• Weight: 35.2 oz / 1.0 kg (2.2 lb)

• Overall Length: 7.7 in (P229)

• Optics: optics-ready slide / SIG AIR reflex-sight mounting provision

• Muzzle threads: M14x1 CCW

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In the Box

• P229 CO2 blowback pellet pistol

• Manual

• Sight/plate parts for the SIG AIR reflex mounting setup (for red dot use)

P226 vs P229 - What’s Different?

These two share the same general operating system (CO2 blowback, DA/SA, rotary-mag that works with pellets/BBs), but the P229 version changes a few important things:

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Key Differences

• Size: P229 is shorter (7.7 in) vs P226 (8.25 in).

• Weight: P229 is lighter (35.2 oz / 2.2 lb) vs P226 (~39.1 oz).

• Optics: P229 is optics-ready (SIG AIR reflex mounting provision); P226 platform is typically not.

• Muzzle threads: P229 uses M14x1 CCW (P226 commonly uses a different thread direction/size).

Bottom line: if you liked how the P226 handled and performed, the P229 should feel very familiar, just more compact, with the bonus of being set up for a dot.

Walk-Around & Handling

The P229 has that classic SIG profile and a very “real pistol” feel in the hand, helped by the mostly-metal build and full weight.

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Notable features and controls:

• DA/SA trigger system: long/heavier first pull in double-action, then lighter single-action after the slide cycles.

• Safety + de-cocker lever: functions like the real-steel concept — you can decock the hammer and run it DA/SA.

• Accessory rail: for a light/laser (training-style setup).

• Optics-ready slide: set up to accept the SIG AIR reflex-style mounting system (sight sold separately).

CO2 System and Magazine Notes

One of the standout features on this platform is SIG’s cam-lever, tool-less CO2 loading system, designed to make cartridge swaps quick and easy.

The magazine is a 16-shot design using twin 8-shot rotary clips. Practical tip: make sure pellets are seated properly in the rotary clip so they don’t hang up during cycling.

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Pros

• Mostly metal build with realistic weight and solid feel

• Compact P229 size (shorter than the P226)

• DA/SA trigger + functional safety/de-cocker system

• Blowback action for realism/training value

• Rifled inner barrel (pellet accuracy potential)

• Tool-less cam-lever CO2 loading system

• Optics-ready slide (big upgrade over older-style setups)

• Accessory rail for light/laser

Cons

• Fixed/non-adjustable sights

• CO2 performance is temperature + cadence sensitive (rapid fire cools the system and drops power)

• No last-round hold-open on this style of rotary-mag system

• Rotary clips require good pellet seating to avoid occasional feeding issues

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Final Thoughts

The Sig Sauer P229 blowback pellet pistol is a very “SIG-like” training/plinking platform: realistic controls, DA/SA operation, snappy blowback, and a compact duty-pistol footprint. The biggest tabletop takeaway is the optics-ready slide, which makes this version feel more modern than older CO2 pellet pistol designs.

Field test shooting (chronograph + accuracy) will follow in the next video.

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It’s been a little while since I’ve done an unboxing, so we’ll call this the February 2026 Mystery Box Unboxing Video.

First up: SHOT Show is officially wrapped on my end, interviews, teaser, the whole run. There should be a playlist available so you can binge everything in one place. Now that the heavy editing grind is done, I’m getting back into regular reviews, unboxings, tabletop breakdowns, and full field tests.

Also: we’re back on YouTube and I’m uploading like crazy. I’m moving the library over from Vimeo one-by-one (lots of clicks, lots of time). We’ve got roughly 1,300 videos total, and I’m already around 500 videos in, so if you’re hunting for something specific, use playlists and search because new uploads can get buried fast. If you can, subscribe and share the channel with other Airgun enthusiasts so we can build momentum again.

What was in the box?

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1) SIG P229 (.177 Pellet, blowback)

I initially called it a P226, but it’s the P229 (compact). This is a pellet version (not BB), with:

• 16-round rotary stick magazine (8 per side)

• Blowback, semi-auto

• Claimed 380 FPS

• 3.9" barrel, 7.7" overall length

• 2.2 lb, hefty all-metal feel (mag is plastic)

No slide lock-back due to the rotary setup, but it looks great in-hand. Tabletop and field test videos are coming, and I’ll run it on typical lead pellets to see real-world performance.

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2) T4E TC68 (.68 cal, CO2/HPA capable)

This is the TC68 trainer that shoots .68 caliber rounds (rubber, powder, paint, pepper ball options depending on what you choose). Specs and highlights:

• Claimed 330 FPS and 16 joules

• 20-round magazine-fed setup

• Supports dual 12g CO2, 88g CO2, and HPA options

• Includes multiple configurations (stocks/adapters) plus a hopper-fed option

I’ll confirm operating modes, setup options, and performance in the upcoming tabletop and field tests.

• Buy the Sig Sauer P229 Pellet Pistol in Canada

• Buy the T4E TC 68 Paintball Rifle in Canada

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I stopped by the Blue Line booth and Connor showed me a line of peppered gel deterrent products they’re hoping to bring into Canada as dog-spray style options (with stronger versions available in the U.S., depending on regulations).

The key difference vs typical pepper spray: these use a jet/propulsion system that fires a more directed stream, designed to reduce blowback and improve placement.

JPX2 Gen 2 (2-shot)

• Takes a 2-shot cartridge; each trigger pull fires one shot.

• The cartridge is replaceable after use (Connor emphasized it’s essentially disposable once fired).

• Connor said range is about 20 ft; manufacturer specs cite roughly 5–23 ft depending on conditions.

4-shot option (JPX4-style)

Connor also showed a 4-shot version aimed at law enforcement markets, but they’re hoping it can be available more broadly as well.

Guardian Angel 4 (compact 2-shot)

A small two-shot, pocketable option with a simple safety and clip—intended as a quick, lightweight grab-and-go device.

Connor also mentioned optional laser sight accessories for better aiming, and that all versions are around the same practical range envelope.

If these can be brought in cleanly for Canada, they look like a good fit for a store + review pipeline: JPX2 Gen 2 for the main feature set, JPX4 for the multi-shot crowd, and Guardian Angel 4 for people who want something ultra-compact and simple.

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We stopped by the SABRE booth and spoke with Ashley about their Home Defense Pepper Launcher, specifically a second-generation version that (per Ashley) isn’t released yet. With less-lethal options getting more attention in Canada, I wanted to see what’s new, what specs we’re looking at, and whether it’s something we might be able to bring in for reviews and potential store availability.

What’s new with the Gen 2 (as described in the interview)

• “Quick Pierce” magazine system: Ashley demonstrated a faster “pierce and go” style setup, hit the control and you’re ready to aim.

• Pressure indicator: After piercing, an indicator pops out; as CO2 is depleted it retracts, giving you a visual cue that pressure is running out.

• CO2 release button: A control to vent the CO2, then remove the magazine.

Core platform details (current production specs for the .68 launcher family)

These are the commonly listed specs for the current .68 caliber SABRE launcher:

• .68 caliber projectiles

• 7-projectile magazine capacity

• Fiber optic sights (front/rear adjustable)

• Stated velocity up to ~350 FPS

• Range: direct impact effectiveness noted around 60 ft (18 m), with projectiles described as breaking/dispersion capability out to 175 ft (53 m)

Ashley also noted SABRE’s projectiles have a heavier payload than some competitors (in her words) to help with “strength” and accuracy.

Magazines, CO2, and shot count (from the interview)

• CO2 goes into the magazine

• 7 projectiles per magazine

• Two magazines per CO2 (so 14 shots)

Canada angle (what matters for importing)

• Ashley noted the current model is around ~20 joules, and said a Canadian version would likely need to be lower(depending on classification/import requirements).

• SABRE’s own online store states they do not ship internationally, including Canada (so any Canada availability would likely be via distribution/import channels rather than direct-to-consumer shipment).

If we can make the Canada piece work, this looks like a strong candidate for a hands-on review, especially because it’s .68 caliber, 7-round, and built around visibility (fiber optics) and ease of use.

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We didn’t catch this one at the Steambow booth, we were out at the SHOT Show indoor range checking out Steambow again, Tyler walked us through their brand-new-for-2026 B08: a magazine-fed .68 caliber ball launcher/crossbow that’s just starting to hit availability.

• New B08 .68 cal “ball launcher” platform (2026): This is a .68 caliber system designed to run .68 spherical projectiles (paint, foam/nylon, and pepper/irritant-type balls were all discussed as compatible options, depending on local rules).

• 8-shot, removable, pre-loadable magazine: The B08 uses a spring-fed 8-round magazine that inserts at the front. Tyler’s demo made it clear you can pre-load multiple mags and keep shooting quickly.

• Simple, repeatable action (easy to learn fast): The manual of arms is very “repeat-and-go”: load the mag, cock it, shoot, then cycle and repeat. Steambow describes the system as their familiar AR-Series quick-tilt/quick-clamp style for fast reloading.

• Ships mild, but can be upgraded for more power: The one I tested was using a 35 lb limb, but it’s built to accept other AR-Series limbs (stronger options sold separately). Tyler specifically said swapping to a much heavier limb can turn it into a high-velocity setup (he referenced up to a 150 lb limb and around 300 fps in his talk).

• Projectile flexibility is the whole point: If you already have .68 cal paintballs or similar at home, that’s the target “ecosystem” this is built around (so long as they’re spherical).

• Important safety + legal reality check: Steambow is very explicit that once you move beyond the “low power + soft balls” envelope, the B08 can become very dangerous, they warn that harder/heavier projectiles (including steel balls) raise risks like severe injury/lethality and ricochets, and that irritant/pepper-type rounds may be legally restricted depending on country.

Tyler’s range demo made the main selling points obvious: magazine speed, easy operation, and a huge range of .68 ball options. If we can get it lined up for Canada, it looks like a very versatile multi use platform, especially for anyone who wants .68 cal fun adn then some, without relying on CO2 or HPA.

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We stopped by KWA at SHOT Show 2026 and I caught up with Jonathan to check out one of their hottest new releases for 2026: a licensed Kel-Tec Sub 2000 Replica coming in both Airsoft and BB Airgun variants, with blowback-style fun and that signature folding design.

• EMG x KWA Licensed Kel-Tec Sub 2000 (folding rifle)

  • Variants: Airsoft + Airgun/BB version (already confirmed)

  • Magazine: Uses ATT/ATP GT mags

  • Gas options: Green Gas model shown, with CO2 magazines also planned/available

  • Fire modes: Semi + full auto

  • Controls/rails: Ambidextrous charging handle, M-LOK side rail, Picatinny top + bottom

  • Capacity: ~35 rounds (with potential for slightly higher capacity on the BB version)

  • Timing: Announced at the show; expected late Q2 to early Q3 shipping window

This one looks like a perfect fit for anyone into compact, foldable PCC-style Replicas, especially if you want that “Kel-Tec vibe” with modern rails and full-auto capability.

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I caught up with Mark at the Umarex booth to check out a stack of new releases for 2026, ranging from backyard BB “fun guns,” to a major upgrade for the Thompson, plus a dual-fuel hunting/pest-control PCP concept and some serious less-lethal / training options.

• Storm Line BB Rifle (dual CO2, full auto): A traditional, “tamer-looking” BB rifle that’s anything but tame.

  • Capacity: 400-round main reservoir + 25-round ready magazine

  • Action: Full auto

  • Vibe: Affordable, high-volume backyard fun, while keeping the styling less “tactical,” which could help for markets like Canada.

• Ridge Tech Lever Action (CO2): Lever actions are hot, and this one leans modern while staying simple and budget-friendly.

  • Feed system: 8-round magazine + 120-round reservoir built into the mag

  • Use case: Tin-can plinking and family backyard sessions, “CO2 Red Ryder for adults” energy.

• Thompson M1A1 Drum Magazine Upgrade: The #1 request finally landed: a drum mag for the Thompson.

  • Capacity: 400 BBs

  • How it runs: Wind as needed to keep feeding similar to Airsoft High cap magazines

  • Best part: The drum magazine is planned to be sold separately and should work with the older stick-mag Thompson versions too, so existing owners can upgrade without buying the whole gun again.

• Outpost (25 cal) “Dual Fuel” PCP Concept: One of the most interesting items in the booth, a platform aimed at practical use over pure plinking.

  • Power source: Runs on a nitrogen cartridge or as a traditional PCP-style setup out of the box

  • Caliber: .25 only

  • Design notes: Side lever, folding stock for compact carry, onboard spare-mag storage (prototype shown)

  • Positioning: Built for small game / pest work and “preparedness” minded buyers

  • Canada angle: CO2 use (if supported) could drop velocity, but in this form it sounded like it may currently be on the “too fast for Canada” side, so detuned / CO2-focused variants were discussed as a possibility.

• S68 (68 cal, CO2, ~16J): Compact launcher format with real punch for its size.

  • Power: 12g CO2

  • Magazine: 6-shot standard, extended option mentioned

  • Ballistics talk: Roughly ~360–380 fps with a ~46-grain projectile (as recalled in the interview)

  • Ammo pairing: Steel-core “core defense” style rounds were emphasized for hard impact; pepper options depend heavily on local rules.

• HDX 68 “Shotgun Style” (68 cal): A higher-capacity, higher-energy format.

  • Capacity: 16 rounds

  • Energy: ~36 joules mentioned

  • Use case: Home / business defense in jurisdictions where these products and ammo types are legal.

• HDC 68 (M4/Rifle Style, CO2, adjustable): A configurable platform that can run mag-fed or hopper-fed.

  • Tuning: Adjustable velocity

  • Feeding: Magazine or hopper (round ammo works well; shaped rounds can be used depending on orientation)

  • CO2 options: 88g CO2 or adapters for 12g

  • Why not nitrogen (yet): Too much pressure without regulation, risk of damaging projectiles in the barrel.

• New Ruger-Branded 1911 (CO2 blowback): A dressed-up 1911 variant with extra detail.

  • Notable features: Flared magwell, two-tone finish, extended beavertail, competition-style touches

  • Appeal: A strong trainer option for 1911 fans, great feel, realistic handling, and that classic 1911 cycling character.

• Competition-Style CO2 Pistol (single-shot): A purpose-built target/competition format with modern mounting options.

  • Loading: Single-shot

  • Ergonomics: Competition grip + competition styling

  • Mounting: Built-in rail (no “upgrade it just to mount stuff” hassle)

  • Caliber shown: .177, with the obvious question of a future .22 variant.

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