Swiss Arms Navy Pistol XXL Airline CO2 GBB

Starting at the front, we can find mock rifling at the tip of the 5-inch extended barrel. This makes the Navy Pistol XXL a fantastic piece for realistic photoshoots or film prop use, but prevents a tracer or suppressor from being fitted without an aftermarket threaded barrel.

Next up, we reach the extended X-Five-style slide, boasting front and rear slide serrations for easy racking in any weather conditions. On the left side, we have a discrete Swiss Arms laser marking. The slide is made from well-finished alloy with a dual-tone effect, giving it the sporty looks expected of a competition-style sidearm.

The front and rear sights differ from the usual F226 combat sights, offering a raised front blade and a fully adjustable rear sight, both equipped with glare-reducing texture for a clear view in bright sunlight. To adjust the rear sight for elevation and windage, turn the screws on the top and right side, respectively. The rear sight is very similar to most Hi-Capa rear sights, meaning if you're used to a 'Capa, you'll be right at home running the Navy Pistol XXL.

Moving down to the frame, we can find a 20mm Picatinny frame rail at the front, ready for a tactical flashlight or aiming laser. Following the rail, we come to the trigger guard, an enlarged design with a textured front face designed to help control recoil using the "European" grip technique.

Above the trigger guard on the left side, we can find the disassembly catch. This allows you to remove the slide for maintenance and to access the adjustable HOP-up unit. To remove the slide, first remove the magazine. With the mag removed, rack the slide so the hammer is back. Next, rotate the disassembly catch by 90 degrees counterclockwise until it faces down. With this done, push the slide forward and off the frame.

On the left side of the outer barrel, you'll find the gear-style HOP-up adjustment dial. This allows you to tune the amount of backspin applied to your BBs, seeking the flattest possible trajectory. This is a great feature to have on a high-FPS target pistol, allowing you to reach out further than others, which often lack a HOP-up.

The trigger itself matches the real F-series "double-action/single-action" trigger design perfectly, with a wide, curved front face to encourage proper finger positioning. The double-action/single-action design allows you to carry the Navy Pistol XXL "cocked and locked" with a BB in the chamber and the manual safety activated, benefiting from a shorter and lighter trigger pull in "single action" mode.

The magazine release is on the left side of the grip, a push-button design with a textured surface for optimal wet-weather traction. Surrounding the magazine release, the grip panels are scalloped to allow easy access without risking accidental mag drops, an ideal feature for a competition-optimised build design with fast reloads on the move in mind.

Next up, we reach the grip, made from alloy with polymer grip panels on either side. The front of the frame features machined-in texture, pairing perfectly with the textured wrap-around grips which improve wet weather handling. The rear of the frame features what is known as an "extended beavertail", a slight extension to the rear of the frame intended to encourage consistent hand positioning by filling out the hand, along with preventing "slide bite".

On either side of the rear of the frame, we have a manual safety catch, a feature added to the "X-Five" variant of the real steel pistol in place of the combat version's decocking lever. This allows you to lock the trigger from either side and release it in a split second using your thumb. Like the legendary Hi-Capa platform, the safety levers do double duty as a thumb rest, giving you an extra surface to control muzzle rise and steer the pistol between targets with authority.

On the left side, just in front of the manual safety catch, we have the slide lock/release catch, an enlarged design which is easily accessed from a firing grip. This catch allows you to release the slide when it locks back when your mag runs dry, and also allows for manual locking for chamber inspection by pulling the slide back and pushing upwards on the catch.

Internals

Being manufactured for Swiss Arms by KWC, the Navy Pistol XXL Airline is loosely based on the Tokyo Marui F-series design, with a TM-compatible inner barrel and HOP-up bucking for those who want more potent long-range performance. Otherwise, compatibility is limited to Swiss Arms/KWC Navy Pistol parts, though some TM F226 parts may fit with modification (no guarantees).

In terms of performance, the Navy Pistol XXL hits hard at approximately 390 FPS using 0.20g BBs, making it a tad spicy for skirmishing but ideal for ringing steel on your home range, capable of knocking down targets with impressive effect. Its CO2 power source also gives it insane recoil compared to gas-powered alternatives, with solid cold-weather performance so the fun doesn't have to end when the ground gets hard.

Features

• Full metal construction
• CO2-powered - Insane recoil, great cold-weather performance
• High FPS - Up to 390 FPS on 0.20g BBs, ideal for target shooting
• Front & rear slide serrations - Easy to rack in any weather conditions
• Adjustable open match iron sights - Full adjustability at the rear sight for perfect accuracy
• 20mm Picatinny frame rail - Ready for a tactical flashlight or aiming laser
• Double action/single action trigger - Rack the slide to shorten the trigger pull
• Gear adjustable HOP-up unit - Accessible with the slide removed
• Textured pistol grip - Comfortable and grippy, with or without gloves
• Push-button magazine release - On the left side of the grip, recessed for security
• Extended beavertail - Encourages a consistent grip & prevents slide bite
• Extended slide lock/release - On the left side, easy to reach from a firing grip
• Ambidextrous manual safety catch - At the rear of the frame, great for left or right-handed shooters
• Compatible with Swiss Arms Navy Pistol CO2 magazines - Not compatible with other F-series/F226 mags

Package Includes

• Swiss Arms Navy Pistol XXL Airline CO2 GBB
  • 24rnd CO2 Magazine