【WESTERN ARMS】Delta Force Custom 2026 Ver.

Western Arms products are gas guns made of high-density plastic, allowing you to enjoy the same realistic weight as a real firearm. The "Magna Blowback" mechanism, which controls the heart of the gun, provides a powerful recoil shock just like a real firearm, allowing you to enjoy realistic and exciting shooting. It uses safe low-pressure gas to fire 6mm BBs in the same process as a real firearm.

A .45 auto customized for members of the U.S. Army's Delta Force, one of the world's strongest special forces, is reproduced with an overwhelming sense of weight in a blued and side-polished finish.

Delta Force, the Strongest Special Forces Unit

Delta Force is known as one of the highest-level special mission units in the U.S. military. However, the existence of this unit has never been officially confirmed by the U.S. government, and all public information about its existence is said to be based on testimonies from former members.

Most of the missions Delta Force has undertaken in the past remain classified, and even the unit's name has varied over time, using designations such as Combat Applications Group (CAG), Army Compartmented Element (ACE), Task Force Green, or simply "The Unit."

Currently, its official name is 1st Special Forces Operational Detachment-Delta (1st SFOD-D). Its history in the U.S. military is relatively new, established in 1977 as a first-class counter-terrorism unit equivalent to the British Army's 22nd Special Air Service (SAS) as the threat of terrorism spread globally.

In recent years, Delta Force has frequently been featured in movies and games. For gun enthusiasts like us, the appeal lies in the flexibility they are allowed in choosing their weapons due to the special nature of their missions. One such weapon is the custom-made .45 auto, known as the "Delta 1911."

The Best CQB Weapon Chosen by Delta Force

The 1911 .45 automatic, sometimes generically referred to as the Colt Government in Japan, was adopted as the official service pistol of the U.S. military, starting with the Army under the designation M1911, before World War I in 1911.

The M1911 was updated to the improved A1 model and continued to be used through World War II until the Vietnam War, but as is well known, it ceded its position as the official service pistol to the 9mm Beretta M9 in 1985.

However, due to the man-stopping power of the .45 ACP round and the effectiveness of the first-shot hit rate provided by the cock-and-lock single-action mechanism (which allows the hammer to be cocked and held with the safety engaged), some units reportedly continued to use the 1911, and Delta Force was one of them.

The unique aspect of Delta Force was that members were issued two 1911s and allowed to customize them freely to their liking.

It is said that the customization of the 1911s was carried out by the unit armorer within the force. Larry Vickers, a former Delta Force member and a prominent figure in the American firearms world, was also deeply involved in the creation of the Delta 1911, and his book "Vickers Guide" offers a glimpse into its concept.

Delta 1911 Slide Customization Points

The traditional 5-inch barrel slide features block-shaped cocking serrations at the front and rear, providing practical usability for easy operation even with gloved hands, while also giving it a tactical appearance.

The front sight is equipped with a fiber optic that glows highly visible green under light, providing an excellent sight picture.

A distinctive feature of the rear sight is that, despite being a tactical gun, it is equipped with a fully adjustable Bomar sight. However, it is noteworthy that it is mounted lower and slightly further forward than competition sights, to reduce snagging on clothing and prevent damage, reflecting its practical military use.

The traditional straight barrel, combined with a thick barrel bushing, is crafted from blackout-finished machined aluminum for lightness to minimize the impact of slide movement. The metal chamber cover, a reproduction of the Kart Precision Barrel, has a blued finish.

The steel full-length guide rod, parallel to the barrel, assists the reliable expansion and contraction of the recoil spring while achieving a top-heavy balance.

The lower end of the ejection port is deeply cut, and a case rollover notch has been added.

Delta 1911 Frame Customization Points

The Picatinny rail, integrated into the dust cover of the frame, was an early adoption at the time and is said to have significantly influenced the current mainstream of tactical firearms.

The thumb safety is ambidextrous, allowing operation from both sides. The method of fixing the right-side lever, which does not interfere with the grip panel, can be seen as a choice unique to military operation, considering the frequent need to replace grip panels under harsh usage conditions.

A robust magazine well with a widely flared magazine entrance is attached to the bottom of the frame, promising quick magazine changes.

While Delta 1911 grip panels were favored for their rough, anti-slip texture, such as those from Burner, WA reproduces these as full metal parts. This achieves a reassuring grip feel and a weighty sensation of over one kilogram in hand.

Standard Equipment: Wilson Combat Long Magazine

The Wilson Combat long magazine has been confirmed in use by some units within the U.S. military as an item to compensate for the low ammunition capacity, a weak point of single-stack (single-column magazine) 1911s.

Known for its minimal feeding issues, this magazine is also well-regarded by law enforcement agencies. For gas blowback guns, it not only increases ammunition capacity but also boosts the internal gas tank volume.

This not only means more gas can be injected but also increases the heat capacity within the gas tank, making it an excellent item with a strong structure against "cool down," the bane of gas guns.

While the .45 ACP round was once revered as a military round, current law enforcement agencies have moved past the era of the more powerful .40 S&W round and are now transitioning to the era of high-performance 9mm Parabellum rounds.

However, a properly customized 1911 .45 auto, when handled by a professional with advanced training and knowledge, can neutralize targets most quickly and reliably.

WESTERN ARMS brings to life the custom-made .45 auto that Delta Force hailed as the ultimate CQB weapon.

Slide and Frame Maintenance

The surface finish of the carbon black heavy-weight material emphasizes the texture of the material and does not undergo any coating processes such as painting.

Therefore, unlike painted finishes, the alloy powder layer mixed into the material is exposed, which may cause oxidation or discoloration over time or with frequent use.

After use, we recommend regular maintenance, such as wiping off dirt (like skin oils from hands) adhering to the material surface with a separately sold silicone spray.

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