Description
Armorer Works Custom Skull 1911 (AW-NE2101)
The Armorer Works Custom Skull 1911, model AW-NE2101, is a custom-styled 1911 gas blowback pistol from the Armorer Works NE series. It takes the classic 1911 shape and gives it a bold skull theme, making it one of the more distinctive pistols in the AW range.
Armorer Works (AW Custom) is a Taiwanese maker whose 1911 pistols are popular for their crisp finishes and custom touches. The Skull 1911 is aimed at players and collectors who want a pistol with personality: a classic, easy-to-shoot design that also makes a statement in a holster or on the shelf.
The 1911 platform
More than a century after its introduction, the 1911 remains one of the most popular pistol designs in airsoft. The slim single-stack grip suits a wide range of hand sizes, the single-action trigger is short and light, and the controls are simple and positive. Those qualities make a 1911 easy to shoot accurately and a pleasure to carry.
How it works
The Skull 1911 is a gas blowback pistol. Gas is filled into the magazine, and every pull of the trigger releases a measured amount to fire the BB and to drive the slide back. That moving slide gives a real kick in the hand, cocks the action for the next shot and locks back when the magazine is empty, so handling it builds the same habits you would use with a real pistol.
Gas pistols are affected by temperature. They run crisply on warm days, while in cold weather the gas pressure falls, so keep a spare magazine in an inside pocket and give the magazine a moment between rapid shots. Good quality BBs of a consistent weight will give you a flatter, more consistent flight.
Custom styling
The skull theme gives the pistol a look you will not find on a standard 1911, and it is a popular choice for players who build themed loadouts or simply like their kit to stand out. Underneath the styling it keeps the familiar 1911 layout, so the grip, safety and slide release fall exactly where 1911 shooters expect them.
Key features
- Classic 1911 layout
- Skull-themed custom styling
- Gas blowback action with realistic recoil
- Single-action trigger
- From the Armorer Works NE 1911 series
Compatibility
Use Armorer Works 1911 magazines made for this pistol. Magazines and internal parts are not always interchangeable between 1911 replicas from different brands, so please check with us before buying spares or upgrades. Fires standard 6mm BBs; 0.20g to 0.25g suit most gas pistols.
Most holsters made for full-size 1911 pistols should fit, but custom features can affect the fit of moulded holsters. Use only gas made for airsoft guns; never use lighter fluid or butane.
Care and maintenance
Gas blowback pistols reward a little regular attention. After a day’s play, wipe the slide, frame and magazine down with a lightly oiled cloth to remove dust and moisture, and run a cleaning rod with a clean patch through the inner barrel every so often to keep accuracy consistent. Use only gas made for airsoft, and put a drop of silicone oil on the magazine fill valve and outlet seal from time to time to keep them supple and leak-free.
Don’t overfill the magazine; a short, steady fill is enough, and you will hear and see when it is full. For storage, leave a small amount of gas in the magazine to keep the seals pressurised, store the pistol and magazines at room temperature, and avoid leaving them in a cold car or direct sun. In cold weather keep spare magazines warm in a pocket, as gas pressure drops noticeably as temperature falls. Use good quality seamless 6mm BBs, as cheap or misshapen BBs are the most common cause of jams and hop-up wear.
Who is it for?
The Skull 1911 suits 1911 fans who want something with more character than a standard model, collectors of custom-styled pistols and players building a themed loadout.
Please note: Gas, BBs and spare magazines are not included unless stated above. Always wear suitable eye and face protection and check the power and safety rules at your site before play.
