Crosman air pistol with pneumatic design, 600 fps vs Umarex Glock 17 Blowback BB Gun Air Pistol
Overall winner: Crosman air pistol with pneumatic design, 600 fps
Key Differences
Crosman (A) is a pneumatic, bolt-action air pistol with adjustable velocity up to 600 fps and a single-shot design, making it more versatile for controlled shots and it sits at a more affordable price tier. Umarex (B) mimics a Glock with a full-metal slide and 18-shot drop-out metal magazine for realistic handling and higher capacity, but it has mixed build-quality feedback and some reported trigger reliability issues
Crosman air pistol with pneumatic design, 600 fps
Compact air pistol with synthetic frame and rifled barrel, pneumatic design, and adjustable sights. Customers note good accuracy and value for money, with easy pumping for many users
Pros
- synthetic frame and grip
- rifled steel barrel
- pneumatic design
- variable pump power up to 600 fps
Cons
- difficult to operate after multiple pumps
- single shot bolt action may require cocking between shots
Umarex Glock 17 Blowback BB Gun Air Pistol
A 18-shot, .177 caliber BB air pistol with realistic blowback action, powered by a CO2 cartridge. Shoots steel BBs at up to 365 fps with a full metal slide and drop-out metal mag. Customer note highlights realistic look and weight, with mixed build quality and functionality feedback
Pros
- realistic blowback action
- full metal slide
- 18-shot magazine
- realistic controls
Cons
- mixed build quality feedback
- trigger functionality issues reported
Head-to-Head
| Criteria | Winner |
|---|---|
| Price | Crosman |
| Durability | Umarex |
| Versatility | Crosman |
| User Reviews | Crosman |