Specna Arms SVD RETRO Spring Bolt Action Sniper Rifle

Starting at the tip we can find the classic SVD integrated front sight/flash hider, which combines a long "birdcage" style muzzle device with a raised sight with a full hood, to prevent bumps and scrapes from affecting your sight's zero. The sight post has checkering on the rear to reduce glare and ensure you aren't distracted while aiming.

The front sight/flash hider attaches to the extremely long outer barrel using a small grub screw hiding in the bayonet mount on the bottom of the device, though there are no threads beneath. As we move rearwards, we meet the gas block, which serves no function for Airsoft purposes other than looking cool and providing a sling point, which can be found on the left side and takes the form of a small loop through which a loop of paracord or a keyring can be threaded.

Following the gas block, we arrive at the front handguard cap, which secures the two-part handguard to the rifle. To remove the handguard, simply rotate the release lever on the right side towards the muzzle of the rifle, which will allow the handguard cap to slide forward, releasing the handguards.

The handguards are of the classic SVD design, with attractive vent holes and constructed from either high-density polymer with a satisfying textured surface or real wood, depending on the variant you choose. The handguard shape is very comfortable to grip, allowing both a close-in target grip and an aggressive elbow-locked C-clamp grip depending on the shooter's preference.

Atop the handguard, though not actually attached to it, we can find the rear tangent open iron sight, which features realistic range adjustment between close-range shooting and 1200 meters! Obviously, this doesn't translate directly to Airsoft, though it allows the shooter to adjust for various engagement ranges all the same.

Next up, we reach the receiver, which is entirely constructed from alloy, providing the authentic feel we expect of a realistic SVD replica. The fire selector lever can be found on the right side of the receiver, similar to an AK-type rifle. The horizontal position locks the trigger in safe mode, and rotating the lever downwards enables the fire mode. For AK users, this fire selector setup will feel right at home and is actually slightly easier to reach than in an AK thanks to the extended tab at the tip.

To the rear of the selector lever, we can find the disassembly lever, which can be rotated downwards to allow removal of the top cover. Once the top cover has been removed, the HOP-up unit can be accessed to adjust the flight path of the BB.

The HOP-up unit is a grub screw adjustable TDC type, applying pressure directly to the top of the rubber, reducing the possibility of shots curving left or right. The adjustment screw appears on the top of the silver HOP unit; once the rifle is cocked, the bolt can be held to the rear to adjust.

The magazine release can be found on the bottom of the receiver and allows access for both left and right-handed users. The magazine uses a "rock and lock" insertion method, similar to the AK platform. The left side of the receiver features an SVD Dovetail optics rail machined in, though this rail is non-functional as far as we can tell.

The trigger guard is made from steel and conceals and protects the curved trigger of the SVD from accidentally being pressed. As we reach the rear of the rifle, we encounter the classic SVD stock/pistol grip assembly, providing that familiar Bad Guy sniper rifle silhouette, giving the Dragunov its classic look.

The pistol grip is a short but wide design and fills out the hand well, providing support for the palm, ensuring the shooter has a comfortable grip. The standard SVD stock profile provides an excellent cheek weld when using the iron sights, though this rifle also comes with a comfortable wood and imitation leather cheek pad.

Just like the cheek pad issued with the real SVD, this provides a removable cheek riser for use with optical sights. At the rear of the stock, we find our second sling point, a hole in the rear of the stock with a metal pin running through, allowing the use of two-point slings. The butt plate is made from metal and is a smooth flat design, matching the real SVD perfectly.

Features

• Full metal construction
• Real wood furniture - Maximum realism
• Straight pull bolt action - No rotation needed, great for left-handed snipers
• Removable cheek rest - Remove it for iron sights, add it for optics
• Mock bayonet lug - Completes the realistic look
• Ambidextrous magazine release - Easy reloads from the left or right side
• SVD Thumbhole stock - Iconic SVD silhouette
• Russian SVD side rail - Add an SVD optic or 20mm rail mount
• Adjustable tangent sights - Press the drums on either side to adjust
• TDC Adjustable HOP-up unit - Beneath the top cover, pull the bolt back to access with an Allen key
• Compatible with AEG standard main springs - Upgrade velocity to your heart's content
• Internals - King Arms SVD-based design:
  • AEG-compatible main spring
  • AEG-compatible HOP-up bucking
  • AEG-compatible inner barrel
  • Steel spring guide
  • Steel cylinder
  • Aluminium piston
• Compatible with Specna Arms SVD RETRO or AGM Spring-powered SVD Magazines

Package Includes

• Specna Arms SVD RETRO Spring Bolt Action Sniper Rifle
  • 33rnd Low capacity magazine