The Action Army AAP-01 Gas Blowback Pistol is an exceptional gas blowback pistol which is currently one of the more sought-after models of the year. A lot of people have been asking us to review this one, and we finally got the chance to play with it for a good amount of time so that we could offer a thorough writeup on its many features and its overall performance. If you’ve been eyeing this gun for a while, you’re going to want to continue reading.
The Exterior
Let’s talk about what you can expect as soon as you take theAAP-01 out of the box. Now, first, we want to say that you shouldn’t be deceived by the fact that it’s completely polymer, if you’re hoping for something that feels and looks authentic. There are, in fact, different levels of polymer out there, and the one used for this model is one of the highest grades out there, which is why the gun feels both sturdy and lightweight at the same time. In other words, you won’t feel like it’s a flimsy knockoff, as it really feels great in the hand. There’s absolutely zero wobble. Another nice touch is the ambidextrous slide release.
The Internals
There are certainly some nice internal features as well. Of course, the blowback is what this baby is all about, and it lives up to the hype. It’s got safe, semi and full auto modes, and switching between them is really easy with a switch on the bottom that’s easy to operate. The velocity is 300-330 fps. Also, there’s a quick-adjust hop-up seat.
The Grip and Trigger
The grip of the Action Army AAP-01 is texturized in a way that’s actually aesthetically pleasing and made to be as secure as possible. You’ll be able to handle this guy properly for a long time, even as your hands get sweaty. This attention to detail is one of the many things that we love about the gun overall.
The glock-style trigger is equally appealing, feeling nice and sturdy when used, and offering the level of responsiveness that you’d expect from a high-quality, well-manufactured pistol. Plus, it’s a noticeably smooth trigger as well. And, the instantaneous reset action is something that you’re certain to love. So, absolutely no complaints in this department.
The Magazine
The gun comes with a 24rd green gas magazine.
The Performance
Smoothness is what the AAP-01 is all about. Instantly, you’ll notice that its performance is simply as smooth as can be. The blowback is particularly good on this model as well, giving a strong sense of realism to the experience. And, like we said, that instant-reset trigger truly comes in handy and makes using the gun more enjoyable overall.
The gun, to put it simply, shoots effortlessly. This speaks of the incredible quality and the thought that went into creating it. The speed is on par with high-end models that many of us have played around with in the past, and you won’t be let down in that area. As far as accuracy is concerned, it’s just as great, as we had no trouble hitting our targets, and testing the distance as much as we had the means to.
The Perfect Lightweight Airsoft Gun Needed on the Field
The Action Army AAP-01 is a great gas pistol if you’re looking for something well-made yet more lightweight than other popular options, and something that performs beautifully. Further, its design details make it a really nice piece to add to your collection. After trying it out for ourselves, we can absolutely say that it’s deserving of a spot in your arsenal, and that you’ll love bringing it onto the field.
