Armorer Works VX7 Mod 3 EU17 GBB Pistol

If you're in search of a sidearm but don't want to break the bank, the Armorer Works VX7 Mod 3 EU17 GBB Pistol is what you need! This full metal GBB is uniquely styled with a custom slide equipped with front and rear serrations along with a custom frame based on the real steel P80, offering positively luxurious ergonomics along with top-notch build quality.

The VX7 is internally based on the WE EU17, meaning recoil is a fair step up from comparable GBB pistols thanks to a hefty metal slide and enlarged blowback unit. The enhanced frame boasts trigger guard undercuts and an extended beavertail to improve comfort along with a low profile gen.3 style mag release to reduce the potential of inadvertent mag drops. At the tip of the outer barrel, we have 11mm CW female threading, allowing a tracer or suppressor to be added using an Armorer Works, WE or CowCow thread adapter.

Whether you want your first sidearm to be a head turner or you're into modern custom pistols and seek an affordable Airsoft equivalent, the Armorer Works VX7 Mod 3 EU17 GBB Pistol is a fantastic option, especially at this incredible price point!

Starting at the front, we can find 11mm CW female barrel threads, making the VX7 tracer and suppressor ready with the addition of an 11mm CW to 14mm CCW thread adapter. The threading is also cut to mimic rifling, giving the opfor a more realistic view before you send them back to respawn. The barrel is made from alloy and is well finished in matt black, with an Armorer Works logo engraved on the top of the chamber with "AW Custom" on the right side.

Moving back to the slide, we can take note of the considerable weight reduction in the form of a reduced profile central section and deep front and rear slide serrations. The slide is also rocking an oblong port on the top, giving it a touch of custom looks in line with modern high-end real steel handguns. The slide serrations are deep enough to provide plenty of traction in wet weather but are smoothly machined to keep your fingers unblemished if you take your chances without gloves on the skirmish field. Up top, we have a set of Glock-style white dot and U iron sights, effective fixed combat sights designed to avoid mixing up sight dots when working under pressure.

Moving down to the frame, we can find a full 20mm Picatinny rail at the front, allowing a tactical flashlight or laser aiming module to be added if required. The benefit of a full rail as opposed to a pistol rail is broader compatibility with accessories, avoiding the need for specific rail adapters for certain flashlights. Inside the centre of the rail, we have the mock serial number plate which functions as a trigger lock safety. Push the serial number plate forward to lock the trigger and rearward to unlock it. This is obviously going to be a hassle to do under pressure but it makes a fantastic way to ensure your sidearm is safe when stored or transported.

The trigger guard is a close match for the real steel P80 pistol, boasting a recurved front face and recessed underside functioning similarly to trigger guard undercuts. This allows for a higher grip on the pistol for improved recoil control, with the recurved front face providing an extra point of contact for modern pistol shooting techniques. The trigger itself is a standard EU series trigger with a central blade which works as a safety device, preventing the trigger from being pulled accidentally by restricting trigger movement when the blade is not pressed.

Above the trigger, we can see a small catch, which is mirrored on either side of the pistol. This is the disassembly catch and can be used to field strip the pistol for maintenance. To remove the slide of the pistol, simply remove the magazine, cock the slide so the hammer is back, pull down the disassembly catches on either side and push the slide forward to remove it from the frame.

With the slide removed, you can now access the VX7s adjustable HOP up unit, which can be used to apply backspin to your BBs, extending their range. The dial can be turned to apply additional HOP effect and can be tuned to your chosen BB weight to extend the effective range of the pistol.

The magazine release is on the left side of the grip, well within reach of the thumb when the VX7 Mod 3 is held in a firing grip. A gen.3 style design with a reduced profile, this mag release is designed to be accessible without increasing the risk that you'll drop your mag by accident. Above the mag release, we can find the slide lock/release catch; a low-profile design made from steel for maximum reliability.

The grip is a considerable improvement over the standard EU17, offering a more comfortable angle, crackle texture on all sides and an extended beavertail at the rear, preventing slide bite and improving comfort. On the rear of the grip, we're also equipped with a lanyard mounting point, allowing you to keep your sidearm tethered to your belt using a pistol retention lanyard. This is a fantastic feature if you skirmish like a bull in a china shop or like to get down and dirty in the woods; there is nothing worse than realising your pistol is missing mid-battle!

Internally, the VX7 Mod 3 is based on the WE EU17 and should accept internal upgrades for the WE. The inner barrel and HOP-up bucking are TM GBB/VSR spec, giving you almost unlimited options when it comes to enhancing long-range performance and accuracy. The slide lock/release catch is made from steel, a thoughtful upgrade ensuring this high-wear component will never let you down.

As far as affordable sidearms go, the VX7 is practically peerless, offering custom looks without the high price tag. Whether this is your entry point into GBB pistols or you're looking for an excuse to expand the arsenal, the Armorer Works VX7 Mod 3 EU17 GBB Pistol will put a big smile on your face!

Features

• Full metal construction
• 11mm CW Female threaded outer barrel - Tracer ready with WE/AW adapter
• Unique ported slide - Port on the top, forward slide serrations & weight reduction cuts
• White dot & U iron sights - Classic Glock-style combat iron sights
• P80-Inspired custom frame - Similar shape to one of the most popular real steel Glock frames
• 20mm Picatinny frame rail - Ready for a tactical flashlight or laser
• Hidden trigger lock safety - Slide the serial number plate on the rail rearwards to lock the trigger
• Two-stage safety trigger - The central blade must be pressed for the pistol to shoot
• Steel slide lock/release - No chance this high-strength component will let you down!
• Trigger guard undercuts - Allows for a higher grip for better recoil control
• Gen.3 low-profile magazine release - Easy to reach with minimal chances of accidental mag drops
• Crackle textured pistol grip - Grippy and comfortable, Armorer Works logo roundel in the corner
• Lanyard mount point - On the rear of the grip, use to tether your pistol to your belt with a Lanyard
• Extended beavertail - Extends from the rear of the frame, improves comfort and prevents "slide bite"
• Compatible with WE or Armorer Works EU17 magazines
• Extended magazine available - Great for intense firefights!

Package Includes

• Armorer Works VX7 Mod 3 EU17 GBB Pistol
• 25rnd Green Gas magazine