Description
Army Custom 17 Series Gas Blowback Pistol (JW3 – Blue – R34-2)
This is an Army Custom gas blowback pistol in JW3 configuration and blue, listed as a 17 Series model with the code R34-2. The JW3 style is modelled on the competition-inspired custom pistols seen in John Wick: Chapter 3, with an eye-catching slide, aggressive serrations and a stippled grip.
Army Armament’s custom range is known for offering detailed, good-looking gas blowback pistols at an accessible price. This blue version stands out from the crowd and is a fun sidearm for players who like a pistol with real personality.
Design
Our listing names this pistol as a 17 Series model, which refers to the full-size 17-pattern frame, while the R34-2 code places it within Army’s JW3 R34 family. Please check the product images for the exact slide length, cut-outs and finish of this version before ordering.
As with the rest of the JW3 range, the styling is all about speed and grip: a textured grip for a secure hold, a race-style slide and controls laid out for fast handling.
Performance
As a gas blowback pistol, the slide moves back with every shot to give recoil and a lively, realistic feel. Gas blowback pistols are popular as skirmish sidearms and for target practice, and the blowback action makes drills and reloads more engaging than with a fixed-slide pistol.
For the best results, use good quality seamless BBs, set the hop-up carefully if it is adjustable, and keep the magazines warm in cold weather.
Getting started
Fill the magazine with the correct gas in short bursts, holding the can upright, and let it settle for a moment. Load BBs and fire a few test shots at a safe backstop with the hop-up off, then add hop gradually until the BBs fly flat.
Read the manual so you know where the controls and safety features are, and practise reloading at home before your first game.
Key features
- Army Custom JW3 pistol
- Listed as a 17 Series model
- Model code R34-2
- Gas blowback action with a moving slide
- Race-style JW3 looks
- Blue finish
- Suits skirmish and target practice
Compatibility
Use magazines made for this Army Armament pistol, as pistol magazines are often specific to the maker even when the pistols look alike. Holster fit depends on the slide length and any accessories fitted, so check the product images and your holster’s fitting list.
Please check the product images for the exact appearance and details of this item.
Care and maintenance
Put a drop of silicone oil on the magazine’s fill valve and seals every few fills, and store magazines with a little gas in them so the seals stay tight. Do not overfill, and in cold weather let magazines warm up naturally rather than heating them.
Wipe the moving parts with a thin film of silicone oil now and then, clean the inner barrel with a rod and patch, and use good quality seamless BBs. Never use petroleum-based oils or solvents on seals, and store the replica dry.
Who is it for?
This pistol is for players who want a distinctive JW3-inspired sidearm in blue, and for fans of the films who enjoy owning a characterful custom replica.
Please note: Gas and BBs are not included. Always wear suitable eye protection when using any airsoft replica, and have it chronographed at your site before play.
