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ISSC M22 22LR Glock Copy Table Top Review

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Type: .22 caliber pistol.

Manufacturer:ISSC.

Model:M22.

Materials: Metal & Polymer.

Weight: 1.5 pounds.

Barrel: 4.17 inches, metal rifled.

Propulsion: Gun Powder.

Action: Semi auto, single action.

Ammunition Type: .22LR caliber rimfire.

Ammunition Capacity: 10 round magazine.

FPS: 1,138 - 1255.

Trigger Pull: The trigger pull on the ISSC M22 semi auto pistol is fairly light at about 4.4 pounds and it has a nice predictable break point. Some people claim the trigger itself is a bit edgy but I did not find this the case for myself at least when shooting off several hundred rounds at a time. No blisters for me :)

Accuracy: I put about 500 rounds through the ISSC M22 and took some time getting used to how it felt and also shot several groups on target before I did my final test group. I shot two full magazines (20 shots) and most of my shots (17 out of 20) landed within a 3 inch group from 10 yards out (30 feet). I was shooting in a standing unrested position using the open sights unadjusted and my grouping was well center but just a tad bit high. I was very happy with these results.

Build Quality: The ISSC M22 is a very well made pistol in just about every way. The materials are very good and the fit and finish is excellent. There is nothing cheap about this gun and even after over 500 shots through the M22, it still looked brand new (after a well needed cleaning of course) with barely any wear marks to speak of. I especially liked the solid aluminum magazines. I have no doubt this 22 caliber pistol will last me for a long time.

Realism: The ISSC M22 may not be a bang on copy of a Glock but it certainly looks the part with only a few exceptions like the rear hammer, safety and fixed internal barrel. I have even heard you can use real Glock accessories with this semi auto pistol! Even the kick kind of surprised me, I was using high velocity 22LR rounds and they gave me a nice crisp recoil that of course was not as hard as a 9mm but never the less it was enough for working on double taps and rapid sight acquisition.

Purchased From: Wholesale supplier.

Pros:

  • Inexpensive to purchase and shoot but still has that "Glock like" look and feel.

  • Came with two 10 round magazines.

  • Very well made - no quality issues as far as I can tell.

  • Accessory rail under the barrel.

  • Very usable sights similar to a real Glock. (also fully adjustable).

  • Ambidextrous safety and de-cocker.

  • Similar trigger safety as a real Glock.

  • Very easy to take down and clean.

  • Nice compact and light weight.

  • Similar dimensions to a Glock and may work with many of the same accessories.

  • Made in Austria like the Glock.

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Cons:

  • Can come off of safety kind of easy.

  • Some Glock users may not like the external hammer and safety setup?

  • Some people have commented on it being a bit picky with certain ammo and the trigger being a bit edgy.

Comments:

I really fell in love with the ISSC M22 22LR Glock copy. I know this gun is going to get a lot of use and to be honest I'm not even worried about it. With the low cost of 22LR ammo I will be shooting this gun more than any of my other pistols simply because it's totally fun, and gives me almost the exact same experience as my larger caliber semi auto shooters at about 1/10th the price to shoot. I'm pretty sure I will even get out to the range more often knowing that I can shoot the entire day for about $20! I found the M22 to be reliable, accurate and comfortable while shooting so as far as I'm concerned the ISSC M22 is a real winner!

My Vimeo Video Review for the ISSC M22 Glock Copy .22LR Pistol:

Categories: .22 cal, Field Test, Pistol, Real Gun, Review, Semi Auto, YouTube Video Tags: ISSC M22

Airsoft Guns Have Arrived - Well Sort of!

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OK we are one step closer to having stock on some Airsoft guns. I have 4 new full-auto rifles for you to choose from in our Canada and US Replica Airguns Stores. In the US Replica Airguns Store they are in stock and ready to sell but we have to wait just a bit for them here in the Canada Replica Airguns Store so I am giving the Canadian version a bit of a pre-sale price reduction to give you some incentive!

The Canadian versions are all high velocity and shoot in the 450 fps range to allow us to sell them to you here in Canada in the "non-clear" solid metal and polymer versions since they will be classified as "non-regulated firearms" just like a regular airgun.

And yes I will be reviewing these Airsoft rifles for you, hopefully all of them :)

King Arms Colt M4A1 Metal AEG Airsoft Rifle

FN Herstal F2000 Tactical AEG Airsoft Rifle

Kalashnikov AK74 SU AEG Airsoft Rifle

AK47 Kalashnikov Tactical 60th Anniversary AEG Airsoft Rifle
 

Buy these Airsoft guns in Canada   -   Buy these Airsoft guns in the US

 

Categories: 6mm, AEG, Airsoft, BB, Full Auto, Replica Airguns News, Rifle, Semi Auto Tags: Colt M4A1, F2000, FN Herstal, Kalashnikov AK47, Kalashnikov AK74, King Arms

ISSC M22 Glock & Chiappa 1911-22 22LR Pistol Preview

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As you know I have been doing some reviews of my 22LR "Real Steel" guns and I added a couple more to the collection I want to share with you all. From my past experience, airguners also like the low cost 22LR guns for a variety of reasons including reduced operating cost, low recoil, lots of places to shoot them and so on...

Today I bring to you a quick preview of my ISSC M22 Glock Copy in 22LR and also my Chiappa 1911-22 1911 22LR Copy. You may also remember the review I did a while back of the ISSC MK22 SCAR styled 22LR.

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I took both these guns to the gun range and put several hundred rounds through them and by the end they where both shooting very reliable using inexpensive box Blazer 22LR ammo. I stuck with this ammo because it seemed to be working well. The Chiappa 1911-22 was a bit pickier at first but I think it was mainly to do with a rather stiff magazine spring, making it difficult for the first couple rounds to chamber, again most of this sorted itself out by the end of the shooting day.

My ISSC M22 really performed well, the slide was a bit tight at first creating a few failures to chamber and eject but after a few magazines it settled right down and would hammer through all 10 rounds with no problems. I am really loving this little 22LR Glock replica!

Stay tuned for my full reviews on both of these guns and enjoy my Vimeo preview video for now!

Categories: .22 cal, Comparison, Pistol, Real Gun, Review, Semi Auto, YouTube Video Tags: 1911-22, Chiappa, ISSC M22

WE AWSS SCAR-L - 6mm Airsoft Rifle Field Test Review

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If you have not already read my Table Top review for the WE SCAR-L, then make sure to check it out for specifications and an overall review of this very nice Blowback Airsoft rifle.

This Field Test review kind of baffled me, I was surprised with almost everything about it. Initially when I got my WE SCAR, I tested it out with one of my CO2 mags and got some pretty decent results not only in FPS performance but also in the accuracy department, I got around 400+fps and a nice 2 inch group from 30 feet out in a semi-rested position.

So when I headed out to record my Field Test, I was expecting some decent results! I'm not going to say this gun let me down but it did perform radically different for me on this day then the previous day and the only real difference is that I did a complete filed strip, clean and lube of the Airsoft rifle which in my opinion should of improved things but I guess not?

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The most surprising realization I had was that with CO2 (as compared to the Propane), I did notice a heavier blowback and faster rate of fire in full auto but for some reason I had less velocity by almost 100fps when compared to using my Propane magazine? And my accuracy suffered also by an amazing amount. Some rounds had trouble even getting on the paper?

I will revisit this rifle in the summer, I think I will strip it down and wipe it down and perhaps redo this test entirely! I still love this Airsoft blowback rifle for so many reasons but on this day at least it came up a bit short for me.

My Vimeo Video Field Test Review for the WE AWSS SCAR-L - SCAR Type Rifle:

Categories: 6mm, Airsoft, Blowback, CO2, Field Test, Full Auto, GBB, Review, Rifle, Semi Auto, YouTube Video Tags: AWSS SCAR-L, WE

ISSC M22 Glock Styled 22LR Pistol Just Arrived

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Good things come in pairs so I figured I'd get a Glock 22LR to go with my 1911 22 LR and since I already had another rather nice ISSC 22LR product the ISSC MK22 SCAR 22LR I picked up something familiar and went with the ISSC M22 22LR Glock-Styled semi auto pistol.

From first inspection it is really well made pistol, very similar in design to a Glock but with a few differences like the hammer and safety but still close enough to satisfy many large caliber Glock shooters. I am looking forward to shooting this one for sure!

Categories: .22 cal, Pistol, Real Gun, Replica Airguns News, Semi Auto Tags: ISSC M22

Chiappa 1911-22 Tactical Colt 1911 Styled 22LR Pistol Just Arrived

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Yes this is mainly an Airguns and blank gun website but every time I post something regarding my 22LR Firearms, I get lots of great feedback and it seems airguners are also into the small caliber firearms for many of the same reasons... cheaper to buy and shoot, can also shot them in more locations. Less recoil means less fatigue at the end of the day too.

I don't have much to tell you about my recently purchased Chiappa 1911-22 Tactical 22LR semi auto pistol but I will be doing a review on it down the road just a bit so stay tuned. So far it looks pretty nice and has the size and weight of a 1911 45.

Categories: .22 cal, Pistol, Real Gun, Replica Airguns News, Semi Auto Tags: 1911-22, Chiappa, Colt Government 1911

Crosman Pumpmaster 760 Variable Pump Air Rifle Added to the Store

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I've added some Crosman products to the store! Not the super new stuff Crosman showed us at the 2012 SHOT Show but still some popular items I have been asked to sell by many of you. First on the list is the Crosman Pumpmaster 760 Variable Pump Air Rifle Kit. This is the Canadianized detuned down to 495 fps version so yes you can buy this one without a firearms licence in Canada.

A proven and dependable Crosman favorite for over four decades, the Crosman Pumpmaster 760 Variable Pump Air Rifle offers an experience all its own. Over 12 million have been sold! It is unique in that it doubles as a BB repeater or a single shot pellet gun. This air rifle has been detuned to 495 fps for the Canadian market.

  • .177 caliber lead pellets & 4.5mm steel BB's
  • Variable pump design
  • Bolt action - 5 shot pellet clip with 200 round BB reservoir
  • 495 fps
  • 2.75 pounds
  • 33.5 inch total length
  • Fiber optic adjustable sights
  • Synthetic stock
  • Kit comes with red dot sight, shooting galsses, BB's & pellets
 
Categories: 4.5mm / .177 cal, BB, Multi-pump, Pellet, Replica Airguns News, Rifle, Single Shot Tags: Crosman, Pumpmaster 760

WE AWSS SCAR-L - 6mm Airsoft Rifle Table Top Review

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Make sure to also watch my Field Test Review for the WE SCAR-L!

Type: Airsoft.

Manufacturer:WE.

Model:AWSS SCAR-L Generation 3 Closed Bolt (Tan).

Materials: Metal & Polymer.

Weight: 6.9 pounds.

Barrel: 11.5 inches, metal.

Propulsion: Green-gas - propane - CO2

Action: Semi/full auto, single action.

Ammunition Type: 6mm Plastic BB.

Ammunition Capacity: 30 round magazine.

FPS: 450.

Trigger Pull: The trigger pull on the WE SCAR is very short and light. You can shoot this gun very quickly, that is after you recover from the very heavy blowback action you can really feel in your shoulder.

Accuracy: I thought I would test this Airsoft rifle just like I do my other BB guns, why put it in a class by it's self? So I put about 10 rounds into a target from 30 feet out using a semi rested position (sand bag in the front - standing in the rear). I was using a non magnified red dot so there was going to be some variance on the target from that range no doubt. When I walked up to the paper I was rather stunned as this Airsoft rifle shooting .25 gram plastic BB's got a 2 inch 10 round grouping! This makes for an awesome plinker - Airsoft or not!

Build Quality: The WE AWSS SCAR is very well made with a full CNC Aluminum Upper, all steel internals and very high quality polymer lower receiver and folding stock. As far as I could tell all the external mechanical parts are also metal including the trigger, selector switch magazine release, bolt catch release, charging handle. all accessory rails and sights and anything else I missed! The Magazine is also metal.

Realism: One thing about most Airsoft guns is the attention to realism and in this area they generally have the edge over their 4.5mm Steel BB shooting brothers. This WE SCAR copy is 100% true in design and even field strips exactly like the real NATO round firing version. It even has the true marking indicating "MK 16MOD O and CAL. 5.56 MM." on the upper receiver. Like the real SCAR, everything functions the same including the semi auto and full auto selector switch :)

Purchased From: Private sale.

Pros:

  • Amazing attention to detail.

  • All CNC aluminium upper.

  • All metal internals and metal external mechanical parts.

  • Semi auto & full auto selectable.

  • Awesome blowback kick really hits you in the shoulder.

  • Field strips just like the real steal.

  • Nice high 400+ FPS even with .25 gram BB's

  • Extremely accurate for plastic BB's.

  • Full ambidextrous, even the charging handle can be switch side to side.

  • Can use propane or CO2 with the appropriate magazine.

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Cons:

  • Not cheap to buy in Canada.

  • Eats CO2 pretty quickly.

  • Because of heavy blowback, you need to check wear and tear on the parts often.

  • May be too powerful for skirmishes without some detuning.

Comments:

This is really my first Airsoft review and for the most part my first real serious Airsoft gun. I do have a Crosman M50 (UZI copy) that I bought a while back and I will review it also but it was one of those Canadian see through guns that look like kids toys :( Getting back to the WE AWSS SCAR-L... I just love the design of this type of rifle, I even bought the almost exact same gun in a .22 rimefire - the ISSC MK22 SCAR, check that review out if you have are looking for  a .22LR gun. Again getting back to the WE AWSS SCAR-L!! It's got so much going for it. Quality, realism, performance, made by a reputable Airsoft company and as far as GBB Airsoft guns go it is well priced!

For those that like to skirmish or use these in Airsoft war games, they may want to go with the AEG (Automatic Electric Gun) version because they require less reloading and have more sustained FPS. But for me since I don't really do any Airsoft war games, well at least not yet? I kind of like the realism of the blowback with its kick and more realistic magazine capacities. Since I go after the most realistic guns I can get, this Airsoft rifle really speaks to me and just because it shoots a plastic BB rather then a metal BB, I really can't say it makes to much difference for what I'm shooting at anyways. I point it at stuff and the stuff gets knocked down and generally with the same hole in it my 4.5mm BB's would have made. Look forward to more Airsoft reviews in the future...

My Vimeo Video Review for the WE AWSS SCAR-L - SCAR Type Rifle:

Categories: 6mm, Airsoft, Blowback, CO2, Full Auto, GBB, Review, Rifle, Semi Auto, YouTube Video Tags: AWSS SCAR-L, WE

SHOT Show 2012 Las Vegas Photos and Videos

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I wanted to get this video out to you a bit sooner but I have been really sick the past three days and so I have not had a lot of time to put this YouTube Video together. It's a pretty simple compilation of some photos and videos I took during my time walking around the 2012 SHOT Show in Las Vegas, not all of it is to do with airguns but most of it is. I even took a few touristy shots since it wasn't all work ;)

Categories: .22 cal, 4.5mm / .177 cal, 6mm, Accessory, Airgun News, Airsoft, BB, Blowback, Break Barrel, CO2, Full Auto, GBB, Multi-pump, PCP, Pellet, Pistol, Repeater, Replica Airguns News, Revolver, Rifle, Scope, Semi Auto, Single Shot, Spring Piston, YouTube Video Tags: ASG, Chiappa, Crosman, Cybergun, Umarex

Detuned Crosman M4-177 Pneumatic Air Rifle Coming to Canada

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I thought you may all be interested in knowing that the Crosman M4-177 Pneumatic Air Rifle is coming to Canada. I was looking through the 2012 Crosman product guide that I picked up when I visited Crosman at the SHOT Show, and I noticed they have a Canadian product code!

I have had a lot of people asking if this one would be fore sale in Canada and it looks like it is coming, the question now is when...

Buy Air rifles in Canada   -   Buy this rifle in the US

Categories: 4.5mm / .177 cal, Airgun News, BB, Multi-pump, Pellet, Rifle Tags: Crosman, M4-177

SHOT Show 2012 Day 2 - ASG - Airsoft - Chiappa 22LR

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OK, so I took a day off to appease the wife and did some "shopping" but then today it was back to business and I made the wife come along for the ride, she was a good sport about it so it all worked out!

I went back to Umarex and Crosman, just to verify a few things, first of all, the Umarex P38 is in fact a blowback pistol and it has a nice 400 claimed fps. I am looking forward to testing this one!.

I also went back to Crosman to checkout the C51 and the C*TT to see if the C51 Glock-ish looking replica had a polymer frame which it does and also to see if the C*TT is blowback which it is not :( But it is mostly metal and has a working slide so there is hope for the C*TT.

I dropped by the ASG booth but there was nothing really new there. I already have pretty much all their 4.5mm BB guns but they do have a nice selection of Airsoft guns, and speaking of Airsoft guns I am spending a significant amount of my time these days looking into the Airsoft market and what I can bring into Canada for sale. I have been talking with several suppliers and we should have some nice offering for us Canadians shortly so stay posted on this one...

Lastly, I have a few 22LR guns coming my way that I will be reviewing. yes I know they are not airguns but whenever I review a 22LR gun, I get a lot of questions and if you are like me, and you have your PAL, the 22LR guns make a nice addition to your low cost guns that you can buy and shoot for a fraction of the cost of the larger caliber guns out there.

Today I stopped by Chiappa and checked them out. I have a 1911 Tactical 22LR on the way that I will be reviewing and I may get some more 22LR from Chiappa down the road if the 1911 reviews well. By the way I also have a 22lR M22 ISSC "Glock" styled pistol also on it's way for review!

 

Well that's it from the Vegas  SHOT SHow 2012 for now, see you on the flip-side!

Categories: .22 cal, 4.5mm / .177 cal, Airgun News, BB, Blowback, CO2, Pellet, Pistol, Real Gun, Replica Airguns News, Revolver, Semi Auto Tags: ASG, C-TT, Chiappa, Crosman, Umarex, Walther P38

Day One of the SHOT Show 2012!

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The SHOT Show is out of this world! You really need a week to check it all out or perhaps a clone of yourself... I barely touched the surface today. I did make sure I had a chance to checkout both Umarex and Crosman, I also made it to some other booths, but I will touch on them later in another post. There is enough information I can share with you from Crosman and Umarex to keep you drooling for now.

In short, here is what is new...

Crosman is bringing back the C51 Glock inspired Blowback BB pistol that we all thought was dead and I have to say it looks really really nice - more to come on this one. Crosman also has the new C*TT BB pistol that looks to be a blowback pistol replica of the Russian Tokarev. I also saw a very nice looking two tone version of the M4-177 and there may just be a Canadian detuned under 500 fps version on the way? Crosman is also introducing a really well made Nitro Piston air pistol called the Benjamin Trail NP that looks to be a very well made break barrel spring piston air pistol that shoots in the 500 fps neighbourhood.

Umarex also had some new items, one of which at first glance looks a lot like the Crosman C41 P38 replica but I have to say it has more going for it with a locking slide, licensed trade marks, true single action and overall just a more realistic version of the real P38. Umarex is also bringing the Smith & Wesson 327 TRR8 BB Revolver to North America, which is very similar to the Dan Wesson line but with extra rails on the top and bottom of the barrel. Umarex is also adding a couple Browning based air guns, one is a low fps Browning Buck Mark copy which is a break barrel .177 caliber pellet shooter targeted for the beginner target shooter and also a Browning High Power replica. One last BB pistol many people have been asking for is the Beretta 90 Two BB pistol and it looks like it has landed in North America finally!

Make sure to check back for some more photos and more info on all these guns...

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Categories: 4.5mm / .177 cal, Airgun News, BB, Blowback, Break Barrel, CO2, Pellet, Pistol, Replica Airguns News, Rifle, Semi Auto, Spring Piston Tags: Benjamin Trail, C41, C51, Crosman, M4-177, S&W 327 TRR8, T-KK, Umarex

Baikal Drozd Blackbird IZH MP-661K BB Machine Gun Table Top Review

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Click here to check out my Field Test for the Baikal Drozd Blackbird

Type: BB Machine gun.

Manufacturer:Baikal.

Model:Blackbird IZH MP-661K.

Materials: Metal & Polymer.

Weight: 4 pounds.

Barrel: 8 inches, metal-rifled.

Propulsion: CO2 or (Bulk air with adaptor).

Action: Electronic trigger with 1-3-6 round burst & 300-340-600 Rounds Per Minute.

Ammunition Type: 4.5mm steel BB's.

Ammunition Capacity: 900 rounds.

FPS: 360-500.

Trigger Pull: The trigger pull on the IZH Drozd Blackbird is nice and light due to the fact that the trigger is not mechanical but is instead an electronic on-off switch that operates a solenoid. The solenoid pulsates in turn hitting the CO2 valve release. This is how the single fire and burst fire rates are achieved, by means of electronics.

Accuracy: The Drozd Blackbird is designed to be a machine gun and so testing it in single shot mode for accuracy is kind of taking it out of its element. Even so it did reasonably well, but when when I flicked it over to full auto it actually seemed to tighten up and start grouping even more centered and closer together considering the vast amount of rounds coming out of the barrel all at once :)

Build Quality: This is a typical Russian made gun, all business and less importance put on looks but even so it is visually appealing, at least to me! Everything works exactly as it should and even though the main shell is made out of plastic, it's really more of a weapons grade polymer so there is no cause for concern here. There are a fair amount of metal components like the factory barrel, much of the magazine and many internal parts. This air gun is very durable!

Realism: The Baikal Drozd Blackbird IZH MP-661K is not a replica, but it does look like a sub machine gun of sorts, I'm really just not sure exactly what it looks like as it kind of has its own look. When you start shooting it, looks just don't seem to matter anymore, all you can think about is how much damage is happening down range.

Purchased From: The Replica Airguns Store.

Pros:

  • Very well made BB machine gun.

  • Excellent power.

  • Good accuracy in all shooting modes.

  • Uses the 12 gram and 88 gram CO2 (Can also convert to bulk air)

  • Stock version can shoot up to 600 rounds per minute.

  • Rifled barrel.

  • Adjustable rear sight for windage and elevation.

  • Improved rail sits higher and is longer then the classic Drozd.

  • Drastically Improved magazine capacity (motor hopper system)

  • Many mods available for this gun.

  • Great for pest control, especially the ones that are on the move.

  • 10 out of 10 on the fun factor.

  • Made in Russia.

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Cons:

  • BB Hopper motor sound is a bit annoying!

  • A bit more accuracy in semi auto mode would have been nice.

  • On the pricey side.

Comments:

The Baikal Drozd Blackbird IZH MP-661K takes all the fun you get with the Classic Drozd and gives you even more fun. It may be one of the more pricy BB machine guns on the market but it is well worth the extra cost to get such a quality product that not only is great out of the box but can also be modified in so many ways to improve its performance and looks dramatically. If you are looking for the absolute top player in the BB Machine gun category then the Drozd Blackbird is the top contender with its excellent build quality and performance along with the nearly unlimited modifications available to make the Blackbird perform up to anyones standards.

My Vimeo Video Review for this Russian made Blackbird BB Machine gun:

Categories: 4.5mm / .177 cal, BB, Bulk Air, CO2, Full Auto, Modification, Review, Rifle, Semi Auto, YouTube Video Tags: Baikal, Drozd-Blackbird

Baikal Drozd Blackbird IZH MP-661K BB Machine Gun Field Test

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Click here to check out my Table Top Review for the Baikal Drozd Blackbird

I'm kind of doing this one backwards this time around. I was going to do the table top review of the Baikal Drozd Blackbird first but the weather was just too nice to pass up today to not get outside and give this gun a thorough testing.

I will be posting the table top review in a few days with all the specification (Here it is now) but if you're looking for some basic info on the Blackbird you can checkout our online store where you can find some statistics on the Drozd Blackbird and you can also checkout my Drozd Classic Review where I do a short comparison between the Drozd Classic and the newer updated Blackbird version.

I had a lot of fun shooting this gun, it lays down a lot of steel in a very short amount of time and has a virtually endless 900 round BB hopper that just keeps on going. During my testing I shot close to 400 rounds or more using one 88 gram CO2 cartridge and even near the end the Baikal Drozd Blackbird had pretty good feet per second performance.

My Baikal Blackbird does have some upgrades: (JimC Barrel, Full Auto-High RPM Mod Chip, Added Accessory Rails, Red Dot Scope, Tactical Light, Laser and Bulk Air kit) but the stock version is "almost" as fun :)

Enjoy this Vimeo video, it was crazy fun to make!

Categories: 4.5mm / .177 cal, BB, Bulk Air, CO2, Field Test, Full Auto, Modification, Review, Rifle, Semi Auto, YouTube Video Tags: Baikal, Drozd-Blackbird

My Air & Blank Collection for 2011

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Here it is by popular demend, a video of all my Air and Blank Guns, many of which where added in 2011. Thank you to everyone for your suport, without you all, this would not have been posible!

Here is a list of all my Air and Blank Guns so far...

Pistols BB:

  • Umarex PPK/S Nickel platted 4.5mm Blowback CO2 BB Pistol (Full Auto Mod).

  • Umarex PPK/S 4.5mm Blowback CO2 BB Pistol.

  • Umarex CP99 Compact 4.5mm Blowback CO2 BB Pistol.

  • Umarex CP99 Compact Recon 4.5mm Blowback CO2 BB Pistol.

  • Umarex H.P.P 4.5mm Blowback CO2 BB Pistol.

  • Umarex SA177 4.5mm Blowback CO2 BB Pistol.

  • Umarex Steel Storm 4.5mm Blowback CO2 BB Machine Pistol.

  • Umarex Makarov 4.5mm CO2 BB Pistol.

  • Umarex H&K USP 4.5mm CO2 BB Pistol.

  • Umarex Colt Defender CO2 4.5mm BB Pistol.

  • Umarex Colt Special Combat CO2 4.5mm BB Pistol.

  • Umarex Smith & Wesson M&P 4.5mm CO2 BB Pistol.

  • Umarex Beretta Elite II 4.5mm CO2 BB Pistol.

  • Baikal IZH MP-654K (Makarov) 4.5mm CO2 BB Pistol (Nickel).

  • Cybergun P226 X-Five 4.5mm Blowback CO2 BB Pistol.

  • Cybergun P226 X-Five (with Sight Rail) 4.5mm Blowback CO2 BB Pistol.

  • Cybergun GSG 92 4.5mm Blowback CO2 BB Pistol (Full Auto Mod).

  • Cybergun Tanfoglio Witness 1911 4.5mm Blowback CO2 BB Pistol.

  • Cybergun Sig Sauer SP2022 (Metal Slide) 4.5mm CO2 BB Pistol.

  • Cybergun Sig Sauer GSR Sigarms 4.5mm CO2 BB Pistol.

  • Cybergun IWI Jericho 941 4.5mm CO2 BB Pistol.

  • Crosman C41 4.5mm CO2 BB Pistol.

  • Crosman PRO77 4.5mm Blowback CO2 BB Pistol.

  • EKOL ES 55 4.5mm CO2 BB Pistol.

  • ASG CZ 75 P-07 DUTY 4.5mm Blowback CO2 BB Pistol.

  • ASG Dan Wesson 2.5 inch Silver 4.5mm CO2 BB Revolver.

  • ASG Dan Wesson 4 inch Black 4.5mm CO2 BB Revolver.

  • ASG Dan Wesson 6 inch Silver 4.5mm CO2 BB Revolver.

  • ASG Dan Wesson 8 inch Black 4.5mm CO2 BB Revolver.

  • ASG STI Duty One 1911 4.5mm Blowback CO2 BB Pistol.

  • ASG Steyr M9-A1 4.5mm CO2 BB Pistol.

Pistols Pellet: 

  • Umarex Desert Eagle .177 Cal. Blowback CO2 Pellet Pistol.

  • Umarex Beretta PX4 Storm .177 Cal. Blowback CO2 Pellet/BB Pistol.

  • Umarex Beretta PX4 Storm (Tactical) .177 Cal. Blowback CO2 Pellet/BB Pistol.

  • Umarex PPQ .177 Pellet & 4.5mm BB CO2 BB Pistol.

  • Umarex Colt Government 1911 A1 Nickel CO2 .177 Pellet Pistol.

  • Umarex CP88 Matte Black CO2 .177 Cal. Pellet Pistol.

  • Umarex Beretta M 92 FS  Matte Black CO2 .177 Cal. Pellet Pistol.

  • Umarex Beretta M 92 FS  Nickel Wood Grips CO2 .177 Cal. Pellet Pistol.

  • Umarex CPSport CO2 .177 Cal. Pellet Pistol.

  • Umarex Smith & Wesson M&P 45 .177 Cal. Pellet 4.5mm CO2 BB Pistol.

  • Baikal IZH MP-655K (Viking) .177 Cal. Pellet & 4.5mm BB BB Pistol.

  • Crosman 1088 .177 Pellet 4.5mm CO2 BB Pistol (Sliver)

  • Crosman 2240 Custom .22 Pellet - Wood Grips - Extended Barrel - RJ Machine Bolt.

  • Crosman 1377 American Classic .177 Cal. Pellet - Multi-pump.

  • Crosman Kimar CK92 Black CO2 .177 Cal. Pellet Pistol.

  • Crosman Kimar CK92 Chrome CO2 .177 Cal. Pellet Pistol.

  • Webley Alecto (Zoraki HP-01) .22 Cal. Pellet Target Pistol (Multi-stroke pneumatic)

  • Valtro Airgun 92 - Shoot2 System CO2 .177 Pellet pistol.

  • Anics Skif A-3000 CO2 .177 Pellet pistol.

  • Xisico XSP180 .22 Cal Break Barrel Pellet (Target Pistol)

Pistols Airsoft:

  • Crosman Airmag M50 UZI 6mm Blowback CO2 BB Airsoft Pistol (Full Auto Mod).

Rifles BB:

  • Crosman Marlin Cowboy Lever Action Spring BB Rifle.

  • Daisy Red Ryder Lever Action Spring BB Rifle.

  • Baikal MP-661K Blackbird 4.5mm BB CO2/Air Machine Rifle (Full Auto 1200 RPM Mod.) JimC Barrel.

  • Baikal Drozd (Classic) 4.5mm BB CO2/Air Machine Gun (Full Auto 1200 RPM Mod.) JimC Barrel.

  • Umarex MP5K PDW 4.5mm BB Blowback CO2 Rifle (Semi Auto).

  • Umarex Walther SG9000 CO2 4.5mm BB Shotgun (Semi Auto Single & Three Shot Burst).

  • Umarex EBOS CO2 4.5mm BB Machine Gun (Semi/Full Auto 8 Round Burst).

  • Cybergun Mini UZI 4.5mm BB Blowback CO2 BB Gun (Full Auto Mod).

  • RAP4 "Real Action Paintball" RAP5 MP5 4.5mm BB Blowback Rifle CO2(Semi/Full Auto)

  • ZMZ Tyrex PPA-K-01 - 4.5mm BB Blowback Submachine gun CO2(Semi/Full Auto)

Rifles Pellet:

  • Crosman Quest 800 .22 Cal. Spring Piston Pellet Rifle (Rodent/Crow Removal).

  • Crosman Night Stalker .177 Cal. - Blowback CO2 Pellet Rifle (Small Rodent Removal).

  • Crosman Backpacker 2289 .22 Cal. Pneumatic Pellet Rifle (Rodent/Crow Removal).

  • Baikal IZH MP-61 .177 Cal. Side Lever Spring Piston Pellet - 5 Shot Magazine

  • Umarex CX4 Storm .177 Cal. Blowback CO2 Pellet Rifle (Semi Auto).

  • Benjamin Sheridan Super Streak in .22 Cal. Spring Pellet Rifle (Rodent/Crow Removal).

  • Kimar Mod. K 760 - .177 Cal Spring Pellet Rifle (Target/Small Pests)

Rifles Paintball:

  • Tacamo T68 AK47 Paintball Rifle .68 Cal.

Blank Guns:

  • Kimar Lady K (Walther PPK) 8mm P.A.K. Blanks - Semi Auto.

  • (Removed from Possession) Zoraki Mod.914 9mm P.A.K. Blanks - Semi/Full Auto.

  • (Removed from Possession) Zoraki R1 Revolver (Rossi Snub Nosed) 2.5 inch Barrel - 9mm P.A.K. & Crimped 38 cal. Blanks.

  • (Removed from Possession) Zoraki Mod.925 Mini Machine Gun 9mm P.A.K. Blanks - Semi/Full Auto.

  • Zoraki M906 (All Black) 9mm P.A.K. Blanks - Semi Auto.

  • Zoraki M906 (Silver-Chrome Slide) 9mm P.A.K. Blanks - Semi Auto.

  • EKOL ASI (UZI) 9mm P.A.K. Blanks - Semi/Full Auto.

  • EKOL Jackal Dual (Beretta 92 FS) 9mm P.A.K. Blanks - Semi/Full Auto.

  • EKOL Firat (Beretta 92 FS) 9mm P.A.K. Blanks - Semi Auto.

  • EKOL Dicle (Beretta Cougar) 9mm P.A.K. Blanks - Semi Auto.

  • EKOL Aras (Browning Hi-Power) 9mm P.A.K. Blanks - Semi Auto.

  • EKOL Special 99 (Beretta Cheetah) 9mm P.A.K. Blanks - Semi Auto.

  • EKOL Major (Walther PPK) 9mm P.A.K. Blanks - Semi Auto.

  • EKOL Volga (Tanfoglio GT27) 9mm P.A(Walther PPK).K. Blanks - Semi Auto.

  • EKOL Tuna (Tanfoglio GT27)  8mm P.A.K. Blanks - Semi Auto.

  • EKOL Arda (Mini Revolver) 8mm P.A.K. Blanks - Semi Auto.

  • Retay CS9 (Smith & Wesson CS9) 9mm P.A.K. Blanks - Semi Auto.

  • Retay Baron HK (Sig Sauer P228) 9mm P.A.K. Blanks - Semi Auto.

  • Retay Eagle (Desert Eagle) 9mm P.A.K. Blanks - Semi Auto.

You can also check them out here.

Categories: .22 cal, .68 cal, 4.5mm / .177 cal, 8mm, 9mm, BB, Blank Gun, Blowback, Break Barrel, Bulk Air, CO2, Full Auto, Multi-pump, Paintball, Pellet, Pistol, Repeater, Revolver, Rifle, Semi Auto, Single Shot, Spring Piston, YouTube Video Tags:

Crosman NightStalker Field Test Review

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First off, make sure to checkout my Table Top Review for the Crosman NightStalker for all the specifications and details on it.

In this Filed Test Review of the Crosman NightStalker .177 caliber pellet shooting air rifle I shoot 5 rounds through the Chronograph to get a real world average FPS of this detuned Canadian version. As expected the CX4 Storm replica does not get anywhere close the 580 FPS the non-regulated version claims to get and even with fairly light 6.9 grain pellets I got an average of just over 400 FPS, also keep in mind I have re-tuned this air rifle a bit to get somewhat higher Feet Per Second performance then the stock Canadian version even if it's not a lot.

Unlike the Umarex Beretta CX4 Storm I also Field Tested, the Crosman CX4 replica air rifle was not so reliable for me when it came to operation, I had several misfires and failures to load which was not what I was expecting since I had shot this gun many times before with very different results. The Crosman NightStalker uses a rotary magazine system which in theory should work pretty well but maybe due to my pellet choice this time around I found the NightStalker almost painful to shoot and I'm not sure why it was acting up so much for me?

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During my Accuracy Test using a the Red Dot Scope from 30 feet out in a semi-rested position, I got pretty good results which was a bit of a relief, right around a one inch 12 round grouping. Again this airgun is made for fun and if all was working well I should have been able to empty the 12 round magazine fast and precise but not today. I would not recommend the Night Stalker for any type of small pest control because it is a bit underpowered, but for target practice and plinking it is well suited

As far as recommending this gun, I think if you can get your hands on a used one you should fair pretty well as long as yours does not act up like mine was on this day and time. If you can find the higher FPS version then it would be a nice upgrade to the one I was testing. The original price point for the Crosman NightStalker was not expensive so don't pay too much if you do plan on getting one and expect to play around with pellet choice till you find one it likes best.

My Vimeo Video Table Top Review of the Crosman NightStalker Pellet Rifle:

Categories: 4.5mm / .177 cal, Blowback, CO2, Field Test, Review, Rifle, Semi Auto, YouTube Video Tags: Crosman, NightStalker

Umarex Beretta CX4 Storm Field Test Review

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First off, make sure to checkout my Table Top Review for the Umarex Beretta CX4 Storm for all the specifications and details on it.

In this Field Test Review of the Beretta CX4 Storm .177 caliber pellet shooting air rifle I shoot 5 rounds through the Chronograph to get a real world average FPS of this detuned Canadian version. As expected the Beretta CX4 Storm does not get anywhere close the 600 FPS the non-regulated version claims to get and even with fairly light 6.9 grain pellets I got an average of just under 400 FPS, perhaps a little too aggressive with the Canadian regulating of the CO2. I would have liked to have seen much better Feet Per Second performance from the pellet shooting Umarex CX4 Storm.

On the other hand this CX4 replica air rifle was incredibly reliable when it came to operation, I did not have even one misfire or failure to load a round even with the rather unusual 30 round belt-fed magazine, which one might think would be prone to problems. The Umarex Beretta CX4 Storm has a very snappy feel with its blowback operation that gives you a confident feeling when shooting and the 8 pound trigger seems to actually lighten up the faster you shot it :)

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During my Accuracy Test using a magnified scope from 30 feet out in a semi-rested position, I got pretty decent results but nothing amazing, just over a one inch 12 round grouping. Again this airgun is made for fun and you can really empty the 30 round magazine fast and with good precision. I would not recommend it for any type of small pest control because it is a bit underpowered but for target practice and plinking it works very well.

As far as recommending this gun, I think it is very well made and it performs excellent, if you can get your hands on the higher FPS version then it would be a nice upgrade to the one I was testing. The price may be a tad high but it really is a very good quality air rifle overall.

My Vimeo Video Table Top Review of the Umarex Beretta CX4 Storm Pellet Rifle:

Categories: 4.5mm / .177 cal, Blowback, CO2, Field Test, Pellet, Review, Rifle, Scope, Semi Auto, YouTube Video Tags: Beretta, CX4 Storm, Umarex

Umarex Beretta CX4 Storm & Crosman NightStalker Comparison Review

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Type: Pellet air rifles.

Manufacturer:Umarex & Crosman

Model:Beretta CX4 Storm & Night Stalker

Materials: Metal & plastic.

Weight: 5.25 / 3.27 Pounds.

Barrel: 17.5 / 16.75 inches, metal-rifled.

Propulsion: CO2 88 gram.

Action: Semi auto - Blowback.

Ammunition Type: .177 caliber pellets.

Ammunition Capacity: 30 / 12 rounds.

FPS: Up to 500 fps (Canadian detuned versions).

Trigger Pull: The trigger pull on the Umarex Beretta CX4 Storm and the Crosman Night Stalker are both pretty decent and weigh in at 8.5 pounds for the Beretta CX4 and 7 pounds for the NightStalker. This is a bit surprising since the Umarex Beretta trigger only releases the action while the Crosman NightStalker has to rotate the 12 shot magazine with each trigger pull.

Accuracy: This is still to be determines in a later field test review but from my past shooting experiences with both these guns I found them to be pretty good and even though the Crosman NightStalker is a far cheaper built and priced gun then the Umarex CX4 Storm, I think it may have the edge on the German made counterpart.

Update:

Build Quality: Both of these Beretta CX4 Storm looking guns have plastic shells with internal metal parts but they are night and day when comparing the build quality. Don't get me wrong, the night Stalker is not a badly built rifle but when sitting side by side with the Umarex CX4 Storm, you can really see the extra quality that went in to the German made Umarex version. It has much heavier and thicker materials and the fit and finish is excellent, pretty much what you would expect to see on the real Beretta CX4 Storm.

Realism: The Umarex Beretta CX4 Storm is obviously a replica of the real steel Beretta CX4 Storm and it really is an excellent replica in almost every way with the excepetion of the screw holes one side. The pellet shooting version even includes the hard shell case that looks to be the same one the real CX4 comes with. So what about the NightStalker? The Crosman NightStalker is a look-a-like for the replica Beretta CX4 Storm but not really a replica. It still looks very good and makes for a a decent rifle if your looking for something that has that CX4 Storm look and feel.

Purchased From: Private Sale.

Pros for Umarex Beretta CX4 Storm:

  • Very well made - made in Germany.

  • Almost perfect replica with lots of detail.

  • Comes in a nice hard-shell case.

  • Adjustable sights for windage and elevation.

  • Has built in picatinny top rail.

  • Large capacity 30 rounds belt-fed pistol grip loading magazine just like the real CX4 Storm.

  • True Blowback operation.

  • Lots of shots per 88 gram CO2.

Pros for Crosman NightStalker:

  • Made in the USA.

  • Inexpensive yet a very respectable shooter.

  • Adjustable sights for windage and elevation.

  • Can mount rails for sights and add on accessories.

  • Decent capacity 12 round rotary magazine.

  • Lots of shots per 88 gram CO2.

Cons for Umarex Beretta CX4 Storm:

  • A bit on the expensive side!

  • Canadian detuned version is very underpowered.

  • Trigger pull is a bit hard for a true blowback gun.

Cons for Crosman NightStalker:

  • Kind of simple and basic in design!

  • Canadian detuned version is very underpowered.

  • Would have been nice if it came with a top rail of remounting a scope.

  • 12 shot magazine a bit tricky to load till you get used to it.

Comments:

I don't do a lot of rifle reviews as there seems to be a lot less replica air rifles when compared to the vast amounts of replica air pistols available. So it's kind of nice to have these two air rifles that I can show you. Of course if money was no object, then I would recommend the Umarex Beretta CX4 Storm over the Crosman NightStalker especially since the NightStalker does not seem to be in production anymore - kind of a shame since it is really a very respectable multi-shot blowback air rifle for the money. Neither one of these air rifles are made for hunting but I suppose if you have the non-Canadian version that have not been detuned then they may have enough power for small pests. Either way these guns are meant for fun times, and they are fun to shoot rapid fire on targets so if you want a very believable CX4 Storm for a lot less money then the real steel version not only to buy but shoot, then look no further...

 
Categories: 4.5mm / .177 cal, Blowback, CO2, Comparison, Pellet, Review, Rifle, Semi Auto, YouTube Video Tags: CX4 Storm, Crosman, NightStalker, Umarex

Kimar Mod. K 760 .177 Caliber Spring Piston Break Barrel Rifle Review

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Type: Pellet air rifle.

Manufacturer:Kimar.

Model:K 760.

Materials: Metal & plastic.

Weight: About 3+ pounds.

Barrel: 14 inches, metal-rifled.

Propulsion: Spring piston.

Action: Single shot.

Ammunition Type: .177 caliber pellets.

Ammunition Capacity: 1 round.

FPS: 450.

Trigger Pull: The trigger pull on the Kimar Model K 760 is a bit stiff but on a beginner gun I would recommend the trigger to be on the heavy side for safety reasons and also to teach correct trigger control. It did not seem to effect my shooting at all which was nice.

Accuracy: Very good, I was surprised at the tight group I got from a semi rested position and with open sights, I nearly got a 3/4 inch group from 30 feet out which is about the best I can expect from just about any gun I have shot in the same manner. The Kimar Model K 760 spring piston break barrel rifle also shot true to it's claimed feet per second rating and got right around the 450 fps velocity mark.

Build Quality: The Kimar K 760 .177 air rifle is not going to win any prizes for style or craftsmanship but it gets the job done and in about as simple a manner as is required. With that said, what can really go wrong with it?Crank the barrel and pull the trigger. The lack of a safety does not really bother me as I never ever trust a safety and it's always good to learn how to keep a gun safe at all times even when you "believe" it is not loaded or ready to shoot. There is some plastic found on the Kimar K 760 like in the sights and the stock but the mechanical parts are all metal including the trigger.

Purchased From: The Replica Airguns Store.

Pros:

  • Inexpensive spring piston rifle.

  • Reasonable quality for the money.

  • Synthetic stock good in all elements.

  • I pump - 1 shot.

  • Decent FPS, could be used on small game with practice.

  • Very good accuracy even with open sights.

  • Adjustable rear sight for windage and elevation.

  • Very compact and easy cocking effort - good for younger shooters.

  • Made in Italy

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Cons:

  • Very basic design, no frills.

  • No safety or trigger adjustments.

  • No ability to mount a scope.

Comments:

Coming in at around $50, you can not ask the world from the Kimar Mod. K 760 .177 Caliber Spring Piston Rifle! What you can ask for is for decent accuracy and usable fps, and that's exactly what you are going to get from the Kimar K 760. This break barrel air rifle is really perfect for a beginner shooter on a budget or even for someone who may want to pack it around in some ugly situations where you wouldn't want to subject your high priced top quality air rifle. For the money you really can't lose with this one!

Categories: 4.5mm / .177 cal, Break Barrel, Field Test, Pellet, Review, Rifle, Single Shot, Spring Piston, YouTube Video Tags: 760, Kimar