Description
EMG x STI International DVC 3-GUN 2011 Gas Blowback Pistol (Black, Threaded)
The EMG x STI International DVC 3-GUN is a licensed gas blowback replica of STI’s DVC 3-GUN 2011, a pistol built for three-gun competition, where shooters move through stages using a rifle, a shotgun and a pistol. This listing is the black, threaded version: the name indicates a threaded barrel, which lets you fit a compatible suppressor or tracer unit.
EMG specialises in licensed replicas of real competition and defence firearms, and its STI 2011 pistols are based on the widely supported Hi-Capa platform. That gives you a pistol that looks and feels like a race gun while still being easy to find magazines and parts for. It is a good fit for players who enjoy speed shooting, practical-style target practice or simply a fast, full-size sidearm.
Design and construction
Our listing for the standard (non-threaded) version of this pistol gives a full metal build, a length of about 230mm, a weight of around 1,072g and a 28-round gas magazine, and lists it as made in Taiwan. The threaded version shares the same frame and slide design, but the threaded barrel can change the overall length and weight slightly, so treat those figures as a guide.
The 2011 design pairs a 1911-style slide and controls with a wider double-stack grip. That is what allows the higher magazine capacity, and it gives the pistol a full, secure grip for fast shooting.
Performance
The DVC 3-GUN is a semi-automatic gas blowback pistol. Each shot cycles the slide, which makes the pistol feel lively and gives you a clear rhythm when shooting quickly. The hop-up is adjustable, so you can set it for the BB weight you use, and the pistol runs on green gas or top gas according to our listing for the standard version.
The threaded barrel is the main difference from the standard model. Before fitting a suppressor or tracer, check the thread size and direction against the device, and make sure the device is light enough not to affect the slide’s movement or the barrel’s alignment.
Getting started
Fill the magazine with short bursts of gas with the can upright, then let it settle for a moment. Load BBs, fire a few shots at a safe target with the hop-up off, and add hop a little at a time until the BBs fly flat. Have the pistol checked on your site’s chronograph before play, especially if you add a muzzle device.
Key features
- Licensed by STI International
- Replica of the DVC 3-GUN 2011 competition pistol
- Threaded barrel version for a suppressor or tracer
- Gas blowback action
- Adjustable hop-up
- Full metal construction (as listed for the standard version)
- 28-round gas magazine (as listed for the standard version)
- Built on the Hi-Capa pattern
- Black finish
Compatibility
The pistol uses the Hi-Capa pattern, so many Hi-Capa style magazines may fit, but fit and gas seal vary between makers, so please check with us before buying spares. We also stock replacement base plates for the DVC 3-GUN gas magazines.
For a muzzle device, confirm the thread size and direction from the product photos or with us before ordering. Choose a holster made for a 2011 or full-size Hi-Capa, and check it has room for the threaded barrel.
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 seated. Do not overfill, and in cold weather let magazines warm up to room temperature rather than heating them.
Remove any suppressor or tracer after use and wipe the threads clean, as grit can damage them over time. Wipe the slide rails with a thin film of silicone oil, clean the inner barrel with a rod and patch, and keep the pistol and magazines away from heat and direct sunlight.
Who is it for?
Players who want a fast, full-size competition-style pistol with the option of a suppressor or tracer, and fans of the STI 2011 race gun look.
Please note: Gas, BBs and any suppressor or tracer are not listed as included. Always wear suitable eye and face protection, and check your site’s rules and power limits before play.
