Description
King Arms 357 Evil Gas 2.5″ Snub-Nose Revolver Full Metal (Black)
The King Arms 357 Evil is a full metal .357-style gas revolver with aggressive, competition-inspired styling, and this version has a 2.5-inch snub-nose barrel, finished in black. The Evil takes the classic .357 revolver and gives it a bold, modern look, with accessory rails and a distinctive profile that stands out on a belt or in a collection.
King Arms is a long-established airsoft manufacturer with a strong reputation for metal revolvers, and its .357 and Peacemaker models load individual shells into the cylinder in the same way as the real thing. That hands-on loading routine gives a revolver a character that semi-automatic pistols simply cannot match.
Build and design
A UK retailer listing for the King Arms Python 357 Evil (green gas, black) describes full metal construction with an EDP (electro deposit primer) coating, a wood-textured grip and 20mm rails above and below the barrel for optics, lights and lasers. It lists fixed sights, a fixed hop-up and a six-round capacity using shells.
The 2.5-inch snub-nose barrel keeps the revolver short and handy, ideal as a compact backup or for character loadouts. Because the revolver is full metal, it has a reassuring weight that helps keep it steady when you shoot.
How it works
This is the gas version of the Evil, so it runs on airsoft gas such as green gas rather than CO2 capsules. Each BB is loaded into its own shell, and six shells fill the cylinder. The retailer listing describes both double- and single-action operation: pull the trigger through for double action, or cock the hammer first for a shorter, lighter pull. There is no blowback, as with any revolver, so the gas goes into the shot rather than cycling a slide.
To get started, fill the revolver with gas as the manual describes, load BBs into the shells, fit them into the cylinder and close it fully. Fire a few shots at a safe backstop to get used to the trigger in both modes, then practise reloading the shells quickly, which is part of the fun of running a revolver.
On the field
A .357 revolver is at its best as a sidearm or for scenario and role-play games, where six careful shots and a deliberate reload add to the experience. The rails let you fit a small red dot or a compact light, which can make the Evil a surprisingly practical secondary.
Key features
- King Arms 357 Evil, full metal .357-style revolver
- Gas powered (green gas)
- 2.5-inch barrel (snub-nose)
- Six-shell cylinder with realistic loading
- Double and single action (per retailer listing)
- 20mm rails above and below the barrel (per retailer listing)
- Fixed hop-up and fixed sights (per retailer listing)
- Black finish
Compatibility
Use airsoft gas suitable for the revolver as described in the manual, and good quality seamless 6mm BBs. Spare shells should be King Arms .357 shells made for this revolver; please check with us before ordering spares. The 20mm rails take standard 20mm optics, lights and lasers, and holsters need to suit a .357-style revolver of this barrel length with rails.
Care and maintenance
Fill the revolver with airsoft gas in short bursts with the can held upright, and do not overfill. Put a drop of silicone oil on the fill valve every few fills to keep the seals supple, and store the revolver with a little gas in it rather than completely empty.
Wipe the metal over with a lightly oiled cloth after use, especially after handling, to protect the finish from fingerprints and moisture. Keep the shells clean and check their tips for wear, clean the inner barrel with a rod and soft patch, and use good quality seamless 6mm BBs. Store the revolver somewhere cool and dry, away from direct sunlight.
Who is it for?
The 357 Evil in black with a 2.5-inch barrel suits revolver fans, collectors and players who want a characterful, full metal sidearm with a modern, competition-inspired look.
Please note: Gas and BBs are not included. Always wear suitable eye and face protection when using airsoft replicas, and check your site’s rules before play.
