The
legendary Colt Single Action Army (S.A.A.) Revolver is an iconic
firearm. Known as “the gun that won the west” and “the peacemaker”, it
is the quintessential cowboy gun, used by lawmen, outlaws, and civilians
alike during the late 1800s and early 1900s. The Single Action Army
revolver features a six-round cylinder and has been offered in over 30
different kinds of calibers but it was first chambered in the .45 Long
Colt cartridge, which was the standard round used by the US military for
many years since its first introduction to the market. There are many
variants of the S.A.A. like the Cavalry (7.5″inch barrel), Artillery
(5.5″inch barrel), and Civilian (4.75″inch barrel) standard models, then
there are unique models like the birds head grip variant that has a
grip the shape of an eagles beak and Wyatt Earp’s Colt Buntline 45 which
has a barrel length of 10″inches. Seen in classic western flicks like
“The Quick & The Dead” and games like the Red Dead Redemption
Series, the Colt 45 S.A.A. is definitely a cult-classic staple in the
world of firearms.
The Colt S.A.A. is a single-action revolver,
meaning that the shooter must manually cock the hammer before firing
each shot. This adds an extra level of control and precision to the
shooting experience, as the shooter must take the time to aim and fire
deliberately. The trigger pull is light and crisp, making it easy to
achieve accurate shots even at longer distances. But if you fancy
shooting like a cowboy, you’d be tempted to quick-draw the gun and fan
all six shots. As cool and badass as it sounds, it would not be
recommended to do so as the revolver’s internals are delicately crafted
and it would result in premature wear and tear unless it has been finely
tuned to allow for the fanning technique to be used consistently. The
2nd generation Colt S.A.A. revolver is a faithful reproduction of the
original design, with a few modern upgrades that make it more practical
for modern-day use. The sights have been improved for better accuracy,
and the action has been tuned to ensure smooth and reliable operation.
For
the airsoft world, Tanaka Works has given us the opportunity to
experience the legendary gun in its absolute peak physical form. Tanaka
Works’ rendition of the 2nd generation Airsoft Colt Single Action Army
is jaw-dropping as they are well-known for their exquisite model cap
guns and extremely realistic airsoft revolvers. The “PEGASUS II” 2nd
Generation Colt SAA gas airsoft revolver by Tanaka Works is their latest
offering of realistic airsoft revolvers, especially ones that are
steeped in history.
The Pegasus II system is a direct upgrade
from their previous Pegasus I (do note that the “a” and the “u” are not
a typo), featuring an adjustable hop-up and a full-length cylinder base
pin that adds more realism and a stronger structure to the replica. The
Pegasus system itself is unique because it does not use shells like
traditional airsoft revolvers do but instead holds the BBs in the
cylinder like a magazine and the gas is charged in the back of the
cylinder, meaning that apart from the barrel, the cylinder and the frame
being designed for airsoft, internally, some parts are compatible with
its real steel counterparts such as the hammer assembly, the trigger
assembly, the cylinder stop, and the grips. Now before you start
thinking about converting their toy guns into something that is NOT a
toy, Tanaka Works has implemented various safety precautions to prevent
such conversions like the dimensions being vastly different for the
cylinder, barrel, and frame.
The Pegasus II Airsoft Colt Single
Action Army itself feels incredible to hold in your hand and is
surprisingly hefty, featuring metal internal parts, a metal cylinder
shell, and a zinc powder-reinforced ABS plastic body. The action is
butter smooth and also has the signature “C.O.L.T.” 4 clicks when
cocking the hammer and just like the real steel Single Action Army, the
trigger is very light and crisp. To load the gun, the user must
half-cock the hammer to allow the cylinder to rotate, load the BBs in
the front of the cylinder or put the BBs in the ejector tube and simply
rotate the cylinder and pull the ejector rod to load the Single Action
Army. The loading gate is where you charge gas, using a specific
gas-charging nozzle attachment that is included in the box. Simply
rotate the cylinder until you find the appropriate charging port. Once
the airsoft revolver has been loaded, the user must decock the hammer to
its neutral position before fully cocking it back to shoot, otherwise,
wear and tear will occur and can potentially damage and ruin the timing
of the cylinder.
Shooting the gun is a blast, to say the least
with all the clicks and clacks expected when cocking an Airsoft Single
Action Army revolver. Though the gun does not have any blowback, the
weight of the hammer slamming forward does give the gun a unique feel
when pulling the trigger as the hammer spring is incredibly strong. I
would say that the feeling is akin to shooting an open bolt gun but in
purely semi-auto. The resulting bang is louder than expected and is
quite satisfying. The gun is fully skirmishable and is perfect for any
wild-west loadout whether it be lawman or outlaw.
Overall the
Tanaka Works “Pegasus II” 2nd Generation Airsoft Colt Single Action Army
gas airsoft revolver is a welcome addition to the pew pew world.
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Includes:
- x1 Tanaka Airsoft Colt SAA 2nd 4-3/4 inch Pegasas II Gas Revolver Heavy Weight (Nickel Finish)
- x1 Bag of BBs
- x1 Manual
- x1 BB Loader
*HFC134a gas recommended, anything stronger may increase wear & tear of the product. Use at your own discretion.
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