Introduction: One of the finest pistols on the market today. The KSC Glock 19 is just a scaled down version of its older brother, the model 17. It has become the pinnacle of gas blowbacks for airsoft skirmishers and collectors alike.
I hope I cleared up some questions, there have been many rumors and other uncomfirmed differences between the two versions, but IMO, it's probably all BS anyway.
What comes in the box: Gun comes with one standard magazine, manuals, one cardboard target, 100 bb's, hop up adjuster tool, speedloader and it may or may NOT come with a replacement orange barrel(depends on where you buy it from). KSC G19 features: The KSC G19 sports a few things other KSC glocks don't have.
*I've read on a few forums that parts like the ramp loader on the inner barrel is now metal instead of plastic, also a few other parts have been reinforced. I used to own a KSC G18C and yes I can confirm that. Also the hop up is designed differently now instead of using a two prong key, it uses a wrench type hop up adjuster. Build Quality: The gun is built from the finest quality materials there is. My gun came straight from UNCompany for $175.00 shipped with the following:
They also take the liberty of tuning my gun for Green Gas. This is the best deal today on the market for a KSC G19, I advise you take advantage of it. However, although I can't confirm it, due to the price, I doubt that the G19 used is the Japan version.
The stock gun sports a HW Frame and slide/barrel, which are finished perfectly. However, the HW frame will look like drab green under the sun. The aftermarket metal slide is HK made (possibly G&G) with 'authentic' whited in markings. But as you can see from the pics, the Glock logo is a bit off..also the finish is a little glossy. What is HW? HW stands for Heavyweight. This is a process being used for higher end guns. A few companies that use HW material for their airsoft guns are KSC, WA and KJW (their FMV Glocks). HW material differs from regular ABS because it actually has some metal mixed into the plastic, creating a hybrid material that feels cold to the touch. It is also more durable than standard ABS and of course, it is more hefty. Trademarks, where are they? On the stock gun, there are no trademarks to be found. This is due to the recent lawsuits that Glock inc. has filed against airsoft manufactures that use the Glock logo without license (It was filed mainly against KSC) and thus to comply with Glock's lawsuits, KSC took off all trademarks on their newer Glock models (19, 26, 26c, 23F) and replaced them with a strange looking 'G' followed by 'Mil. Spec' and the caliber marking. On the other side of the slide and on the outer barrel, they retain the older but authentic Glock marking of the Eagle and 'NPv'. Also the magazine no longer bears the Glock logo on the bottom plate or on the magazine. The frame does not bear the Glock logo anymore and on the other side it has "MIL. SPEC STANDARD" and below that "MSN 1005-66-132-7731" instead of the authentic marking "MADE IN AUSTRIA" and below that "GLOCK. INC. SMYRNA. GA." Also on the bottom it has the label "US.Lot." Instead of "US.Pat." Not a big deal really, but it does indicate that this gun is a replica.
Function: The KSC Glock series function exactly the same as the real Glocks. They have the patented Glock trigger system. For more info on that system, please click here. There are no external safties. Hop up is adjustable with the tool provided. Magazine: The Magazine is nicely detailed with numbering but no Glock logos. They still retain the magazine plate system where it covers the gas valve. It has the 'lock and load' system, where you can lock the bb follower at the bottom for easy loading. This little features also allows you to draw fire your gun without holding down that mag catch.
Firing: Very nice crisp blowback, especially on Top Gas. But this is coming from the upgraded one with Hi Flow Valves. However I have test fired the stock gun at a local gun store, and it doesn't lag behind that much. Great gun for use with HFC134a or HFC22. Minor cool down effects if firing rapidly. Accuracy: With hop up appropriately set there are excellent groupings about .05-1.0 inch from 20 ft. away indoors. I was in prone position. Sights are authenticly replicated with the "|_|" shape for the rear sight and a standard white dot for the front. Both sights are plastic, just like the real one.
A minor note: Ack, looks like UNCompany really tightened that rear screw for my Glock, I stripped the screw and had to go to an local airsoft shop for a technician to remove it. Just a word of caution on that. I replaced the screw with a curved top instead of the flat top type which you're supposed to use. It's only temporary, until I find a real replacement. It works though. Aftermarket parts/Accessories: Everything under the sun almost is available for this gun. Various custom metal slides, threaded barrels, scope mounts, rail torches/lasers, etc. I'm sure that real glock parts will fit such as snug plugs, front and rear sights and that nice new little official Glock tactical light. Complaints: Virtually none, this gun is perfect in almost every aspect. But make sure you get yourself a metal slide/barrel combo if you plan to use Top Gas or skirmish with it. It's only $175.00 shipped! Just spend yourself that extra $50 get it upgraded from Uncompany.com. However, there is one problem, make sure when you are setting the recoil spring back onto the inner barrel, make sure its correctly set, otherwise if you put the slide back on, it'll jam and it is rather very troublesome to get the slide back off. Conclusion: One of the best gas blowbacks on the market today, without that killer price tag. Undisputed, the best airsoft Glock there is. Its a shame that the gun does not bear authentic trademarks, but just slap a metal slide on it and all is well. Unfortuantely, seems to be no way to get authentic trades for the frame. I highly recommend people take advantage of the deal from UNCompany. Comparison Pics Here you can see the KJW G26 FMV vs. KSC G19 FMV
KSC Firing Video: A nice video of the piece in action. (warning: 6Mb download)
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