Description
WE Custom Big Bird (Black Slide and Gold Barrel – Cut Slide)
The WE Custom Big Bird is a gas blowback pistol with a black cut slide and a gold barrel. The cut-away slide exposes the gold barrel underneath, giving the pistol a bold custom look that stands out on any range or skirmish site.
WE (WE-Tech) is one of the best-known makers of gas blowback pistols. The Big Bird combines a metal slide with a polymer lower frame, an integrated accessory rail and an ergonomic grip, so the custom styling is backed by a practical, usable sidearm.
Build and design
The slide is metal and features front and rear serrations for a positive grip when racking it, along with the distinctive cut-out that reveals the gold barrel. The polymer lower frame keeps weight down and includes an integrated Picatinny rail for a pistol light or laser. The ergonomic grip is shaped to point naturally and stay secure.
How it works
The Big Bird is a gas blowback pistol. Gas is filled into the magazine, and each pull of the trigger releases a measured amount to fire the BB and drive the slide back. The 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 you build the same reloading habits you would with a real pistol.
Performance depends on temperature. Gas pistols run crisply in warm weather; in the cold, pressure drops, so keep a spare magazine in an inside pocket and pace your shots. Good quality BBs of a consistent weight give the flattest, most consistent flight.
Handling
The Big Bird’s sight system is designed for quick target acquisition, and the gas blowback action gives a lively, realistic feel. The cut slide also reduces weight at the top of the gun, helping the slide cycle quickly. It is a pistol that is as enjoyable for target practice as it is for skirmishing.
Key features
- Black cut slide exposing a gold barrel
- Metal slide with front and rear serrations
- Polymer lower frame
- Integrated Picatinny accessory rail
- Ergonomic grip
- Gas blowback action
- Gas magazine holding around 24 rounds
What’s in the box
- WE Big Bird pistol
- Gas magazine
Compatibility
Use WE magazines made for the Big Bird; please check with us before buying spares. Fires standard 6mm BBs; 0.20g to 0.25g suit most gas pistols. The integrated rail takes standard pistol lights and lasers.
Because of the custom slide, holster fit can vary, so check before buying. 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 Big Bird is for players and collectors who like a custom look, with a cut slide and gold barrel, on a practical gas blowback pistol.
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.
