Glock 17 Gen.5 French Edition(BK/CB) | FREE Delivery over €50 (ROI)

Pistols are generally used as a sidearm, or back up for your primary, however that doesn't mean that's all they can be used for. If action movies have taught us anything, it's that with a pistol, you're unstoppable! Smaller, more compact, and easier to use, pistols are a lot of fun, whether you're gaming every weekend, shooting targets out your back garden, or just like adding another awesome piece to your collection.

Blowback can be a confusing term - in effect, it means simulated recoil. In other words, it is more realistic, and as a result more fun! Airsoft guns will never achieve the same level of recoil as the real steel counterparts, however it will still put a smile on your face every time you pull the trigger. Due to the nature of the blowback systems, there are more parts, requiring a higher degree of maintenance to keep everything in tip-top shape, but the benefit is a more realsitic experience, and greater satisfaction with every shot!

This replica is powered by green gas, although the name is something of a misnomer. It's stored in the bottle (and magazine/pistol) as a liquid, and needs heat to turn into a gas. As you can imagine, each shot uses up the ambient heat, and the gun cools down. The colder it gets, the less efficiently it operates (this is called cool down). Practically speaking, it means you will cycle through the different pressures of gas based on the temperature/climate i.e. in the colder months, you'll likely use 150 PSI gas, in the summer you'll use green gas (or 110/120 PSI), and for the indeterminate weather conditions, most likely you will rely on 130 PSI.

Unsure what gas to use? Using lower pressure gas will not damage your replica in any way, so it is safer to start lower, and only move up a pressure class (i.e. from green gas to 130 PSI, or 130 PSI to 150 PSI) when the replica is not performing as expected.

To refill with gas, remember that it is actually a liquid, so you will need to have the pistol/magazine and gas bottle upside down to fill. Line up the fill nozzle with the fill valve, press and hold it into position and keep in place until full. Generally it takes about 10 seconds for a full fill, however larger magazines may take longer. For best results, fill up with gas when the magazine/pistol and gas bottle are cold, and warm up the magazine before use. This allows the gun to have more gas available, and increases the pressure inside the magazine.

Umarex have been around for a long time, concentrating on perfection in everything that they do. They are the largest supplier and manufacturer of over the counter replicas in the world, and one of the main license holders resulting in the highest possible quality replicas on the market from leading manufacturers. Producing replicas for Colt, Beretta, Browning, GLOCK, Heckler & Koch, Ruger, Smith & Wesson, Walther and more - Umarex have a carefully considered feedback loop with their end-users, distributors, and manufacturers, consistently iterating and improving upon each one of their offerings like no other. Careful consideration goes into every facet of their design, from the materials used, to their packaging, and of course, their internals. Widely regarded as the best replicas on the market, as well as some of the highest performing out of the box, Umarex have a loyal following thanks to their consistency in delivering the best experience possible.

Umarex don't just produce airsoft guns - they also have a wealth of accessories, consumables, and tactical gear. From flashlights to knives, tactical holsters, targets, red dot sights and scopes, to lasers and so much more. Bringing the same level of quality to each of their offerings as their replica series, it is no wonder that they are the first choice for many airsofters.

The French Army Edition of the Glock 17 is modelled after the Gen. 5 frame, and was designed explicitly for the French Armed Forces. It has a coyote lower, and black slide, giving it a great presence out of the box. Speaking of the box, this package comes complete with official and authentic Glock hard pistol case (also coyote). The lower frame has a detachable lanyard eyelet, as well as replacable backstraps (four are included).

Since its based on the Gen.5 frame, you have the funneled mag well, and has deep-cut slide serrations for greater control and manipulation. You have strong recoil, thanks to the superb gas system designed by Umarex. As this is a real steel replica, the frame is authentic, making it compatible with real steel holsters.

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