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SURVIVE Magazine #16 Sep. 2018 (Tokyo Game Show Limited Edition) is a special variant of the second pamphlet released with the AWM series guns made by Tokyo Marui. It was available as a promotional item at Tokyo Game Show 2018 after originally being released with the gun in June. It contains some additional development information, but less in other areas, as well as a different cover and layout. SURVIVE Magazine is an in-universe press outlet. #16 focuses on the Albert.W.Model 01P (Performance). Scans provided by Chris Sidwell & cvxfreak.
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GETTING STARTED
Since some time has passed since the previous Issue 15, let's take a moment to review.
These articles originally began with a single email from a friend. "You've got permission to report on Umbrella Co.'s firearms."
Surprised and flattered, I came to the "Umbrella Co. Anti-Bioweapon Development Bureau" in fine spirits, brushing aside my family's concerns...
Outlined last time, the previous article delivered a commentary and shooting report on "THOR'S HAMMER."
As noted in advance, this time I'll send a report on a contemporary first-rate factory custom "SAMURAI EDGE."
Since I can't deny my feelings of excitement seeped into my words last time, this time I covered it in a rather calm manner, feeling the pressure of your expectations. I'd like to deliver the complete picture of this gun to the best of my ability.
SAMURAI EDGE
First of all, if you're even a little interested in guns, you'll have heard of it. To my knowledge. I can't think of a custom gun this famous. I wonder if it's like the Buntline Special from the days when Western movies were booming big.
In order to know why it has become so famous for all this time, we can't go on without mentioning S.T.A.R.S., but the gun's the focal point this time.
In the following points, I've reached a conclusion in my analysis as to why the SAMURAI EDGE has gained such recognition.
Being a custom gun based on the Beretta 92FS, which was popular back then.
S.T.A.R.S. was the first organization to face the bioterrorism happening frequently in recent years.
There are many chances to talk about the legends of the S.T.A.R.S. members.
I wonder if this is close. Though it looks good, there are dramatic elements in its backstory which breathe character traits into the gun itself. It's a UMA in the handgun world, never documented in anything besides poor quality photos. Moreover, the 92F gun's now at the level of an elder. These realities create a situation that sparks debate.
Now, this time will be a report on a globally unprecedented handgun. Since our pages are limited, I'd like to focus on the 01P, which you could call the latest edition. The why and how of its legendary performance... I hope they don't result in shattered dreams... Let's begin the report.
This time I was able to gather information on the latest in the series, equivalent to a newest edition of SAMURAI EDGE, that which is classified as "Albert.W.Model 01P." Those who read the previous report may have noticed THOR'S HAMMER seems to be classified as "Albert.W.Model 02", these are parts of a structured weapons system. Assault rifles, submachine guns, etc. are also likely to exist and appear to be issued to each member of the BSAA Special Cases Response Team as individual weapons.
It's dizzying just how much of an enormous budget has been invested in the system at this point in time. I can easily imagine development of the previous THOR'S HAMMER having a vast budget... but it's surprising for a handgun.
GETTING STARTED
Since some time has passed since the previous Issue 15, let's take a moment to review.
These articles originally began with a single email from a friend. "You've got permission to report on Umbrella Co.'s firearms."
Surprised and flattered, I came to the "Umbrella Co. Anti-Bioweapon Development Bureau" in fine spirits, brushing aside my family's concerns...
Outlined last time, the previous article delivered a commentary and shooting report on "THOR'S HAMMER."
As noted in advance, this time I'll send a report on a contemporary first-rate factory custom "SAMURAI EDGE."
Since I can't deny my feelings of excitement seeped into my words last time, this time I covered it in a rather calm manner, feeling the pressure of your expectations. I'd like to deliver the complete picture of this gun to the best of my ability.
SAMURAI EDGE
First of all, if you're even a little interested in guns, you'll have heard of it. To my knowledge. I can't think of a custom gun this famous. I wonder if it's like the Buntline Special from the days when Western movies were booming big.
In order to know why it has become so famous for all this time, we can't go on without mentioning S.T.A.R.S., but the gun's the focal point this time.
In the following points, I've reached a conclusion in my analysis as to why the SAMURAI EDGE has gained such recognition.
Being a custom gun based on the Beretta 92FS, which was popular back then.
S.T.A.R.S. was the first organization to face the bioterrorism happening frequently in recent years.
There are many chances to talk about the legends of the S.T.A.R.S. members.
I wonder if this is close. Though it looks good, there are dramatic elements in its backstory which breathe character traits into the gun itself. It's a UMA in the handgun world, never documented in anything besides poor quality photos. Moreover, the 92F gun's now at the level of an elder. These realities create a situation that sparks debate.
Now, this time will be a report on a globally unprecedented handgun. Since our pages are limited, I'd like to focus on the 01P, which you could call the latest edition. The why and how of its legendary performance... I hope they don't result in shattered dreams... Let's begin the report.
This time I was able to gather information on the latest in the series, equivalent to a newest edition of SAMURAI EDGE, that which is classified as "Albert.W.Model 01P." Those who read the previous report may have noticed THOR'S HAMMER seems to be classified as "Albert.W.Model 02", these are parts of a structured weapons system. Assault rifles, submachine guns, etc. are also likely to exist and appear to be issued to each member of the BSAA Special Cases Response Team as individual weapons.
It's dizzying just how much of an enormous budget has been invested in the system at this point in time. I can easily imagine development of the previous THOR'S HAMMER having a vast budget... but it's surprising for a handgun.
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DEVELOPMENT BACKGROUND
To avoid any potential misunderstandings, I first want to explain the circumstances behind its development. The United Nations imposed a number of stipulations on Umbrella Co. as part of its restructuring.
One of the provisions was to expand support to respond anywhere in the world within 24 hours after an incident broke out.
This was a major conundrum in the restructuring process. The reason for that was another clause, prohibiting them from retaining private forces capable of exercising armed force.
Though this may sound contradictory, in light of the incident they caused, it's understandable that without this article, approving their restructuring would prove difficult under normal social conventions. There was considerable consultation between Umbrella Co. and the UN over this issue. Umbrella Co. requested humanitarian considerations, as opposed to forcing people to go into hazardous field sites unarmed. The resulting answer the UN came up with was that the BSAA, a military unit under the UN, would provide armed support.
Although it's political talk, Umbrella Co.'s cooperation was also essential within the UN. Having not yet established countermeasures against the growing complexities of B.O.W.'s, the UN forces were facing severe criticism from various countries. In addition, the ballooning costs of operating the BSAA and other organizations was also a cause for concern.
The fact they proposed to bear the costs and supply technology makes sense in light of the unusual measure of having UN subordinate forces stationed within a corporation.
Since then, Umbrella Co. has devoted itself to upgrading the troops' gear. I hope this honeymoon relationship will continue for a long time to come...
At any rate, this cooperation allowed Umbrella Co. to meet the necessary conditions for their re-establishment.
The team members are provided with a full range of equipment, including special sets of armaments tailored to the case at hand. The benefits of this cooperation were great, as they needed to be ready to respond to the field immediately. The main unit's always well stocked with ammunition and consumables and can supply them quickly... but it's an arrangement with an unexpected budget.
This 01P's to be brought along at all times, a weapon constantly equipped on the troop's waist. Other weapons vary depending on the case, but only a handgun's carried always.
Here I tried asking more questions. Why does it need to be a handgun that extensively utilizes metals even though modern polymer-based autos have reached a level of perfection?
The elderly official gave me detailed responses just like last time. Various guns were trialed day by day ahead of formal adoption.
(It's interesting to note the trial even included modern auto custom guns such as SAI and TTI.)
However, it seems only the SAMURAI EDGE survived until the third test. How? The biggest trial dogging the modern autos was "melt-resistance."
I couldn't even follow what sort of chemical it was specifically, but no matter how robust a polymer is, it's still a polymer on a molecular level.
I assume the material itself is vulnerable against certain ingredients...
I shiver to imagine a whole frame dissolving. Here too, you can discern the harshness of the environments the employed members face.
DEVELOPMENT BACKGROUND
To avoid any potential misunderstandings, I first want to explain the circumstances behind its development. The United Nations imposed a number of stipulations on Umbrella Co. as part of its restructuring.
One of the provisions was to expand support to respond anywhere in the world within 24 hours after an incident broke out.
This was a major conundrum in the restructuring process. The reason for that was another clause, prohibiting them from retaining private forces capable of exercising armed force.
Though this may sound contradictory, in light of the incident they caused, it's understandable that without this article, approving their restructuring would prove difficult under normal social conventions. There was considerable consultation between Umbrella Co. and the UN over this issue. Umbrella Co. requested humanitarian considerations, as opposed to forcing people to go into hazardous field sites unarmed. The resulting answer the UN came up with was that the BSAA, a military unit under the UN, would provide armed support.
Although it's political talk, Umbrella Co.'s cooperation was also essential within the UN. Having not yet established countermeasures against the growing complexities of B.O.W.'s, the UN forces were facing severe criticism from various countries. In addition, the ballooning costs of operating the BSAA and other organizations was also a cause for concern.
The fact they proposed to bear the costs and supply technology makes sense in light of the unusual measure of having UN subordinate forces stationed within a corporation.
Since then, Umbrella Co. has devoted itself to upgrading the troops' gear. I hope this honeymoon relationship will continue for a long time to come...
At any rate, this cooperation allowed Umbrella Co. to meet the necessary conditions for their re-establishment.
The team members are provided with a full range of equipment, including special sets of armaments tailored to the case at hand. The benefits of this cooperation were great, as they needed to be ready to respond to the field immediately. The main unit's always well stocked with ammunition and consumables and can supply them quickly... but it's an arrangement with an unexpected budget.
This 01P's to be brought along at all times, a weapon constantly equipped on the troop's waist. Other weapons vary depending on the case, but only a handgun's carried always.
Here I tried asking more questions. Why does it need to be a handgun that extensively utilizes metals even though modern polymer-based autos have reached a level of perfection?
The elderly official gave me detailed responses just like last time. Various guns were trialed day by day ahead of formal adoption.
(It's interesting to note the trial even included modern auto custom guns such as SAI and TTI.)
However, it seems only the SAMURAI EDGE survived until the third test. How? The biggest trial dogging the modern autos was "melt-resistance."
I couldn't even follow what sort of chemical it was specifically, but no matter how robust a polymer is, it's still a polymer on a molecular level.
I assume the material itself is vulnerable against certain ingredients...
I shiver to imagine a whole frame dissolving. Here too, you can discern the harshness of the environments the employed members face.
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A - Umbrella "Blue" Medallion
The UMBRELLA medallion shines brilliantly.
B - Combat front sight inherited from Samurai Edge series.
Combat front sight with white dot.
It's inherited from the Samurai Edge series.
C - UMBRELLA CORPORATION
Non-Brigadier slide with front sight, engraved with UMBRELLA Corporation, proof it's an <exclusive firearm>.
D - Rear Sight / Beavertail
Combat rear sight with white dot. High visibility for quick sighting. The beavertail's shape can also be seen.
E - Can be with attachable tactical light
Can be used with attachable tactical light due to frame-type 20mm rail equipped as standard. This is a must-have for night-time combat and confined spaces.
F - Internal Confidential document
Internal classified document with special permission for disclosure.
A - Umbrella "Blue" Medallion
The UMBRELLA medallion shines brilliantly.
B - Combat front sight inherited from Samurai Edge series.
Combat front sight with white dot.
It's inherited from the Samurai Edge series.
C - UMBRELLA CORPORATION
Non-Brigadier slide with front sight, engraved with UMBRELLA Corporation, proof it's an <exclusive firearm>.
D - Rear Sight / Beavertail
Combat rear sight with white dot. High visibility for quick sighting. The beavertail's shape can also be seen.
E - Can be with attachable tactical light
Can be used with attachable tactical light due to frame-type 20mm rail equipped as standard. This is a must-have for night-time combat and confined spaces.
F - Internal Confidential document
Internal classified document with special permission for disclosure.
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Were the SIG P226 and Colt M1911 submitted to the trial? That question was also on my mind. We've also heard rumors some anti-B.O.W. units have adopted the P226. Why was its design also the old Beretta-based SAMURAI EDGE?
The 01P's creator will be key to perusing this mystery.
There's no doubt the base was the original SAMURAI EDGE. The original was made by the defunct Gunsmith Mr. KENDO, but the 01P's design and production were conducted by Umbrella Co. The blue umbrella shield mark's embedded in the grip, sort of like a proof.
(On a side-note, a special chemical-resistant coating appears to have been applied on this grip, but it also still dissolved in prior tests. As a matter of fact, the end of the trigger bar was processed and apparently it's possible to fire even without a grip panel. Seems like a frustrating move.)
Hearing the explanation so far, can you see the original that became the basis?!! It's surprising, but... disappointing! They greatly reviewed the design on the 01P and even the materials became tailor-made. It's not composed of a commercially available metal...
As an aside, this metal seems to be a patent of Umbrella Headquarters, and I was only able to hear the primary material's a derivative of stainless steel. This material has superb oxidative resistance, is incredibly tough and apparently very stable. A gun could certainly be manufactured from this material. The conditions narrowed the options, and the Beretta was selected.
The model name, Albert W., is the name of Mr. Albert Wesker, the first Captain of S.T.A.R.S. As he owned the plans that proposed the basis of this SAMURAI EDGE's design, as well as how to manufacture the special stainless steel, I'm not sorry he's already deceased. When I broached this topic with the elderly official, his face went gray, so I feel his death was something that had a great impact on many people.
As can be imagined from the name 01P, there are several variations. We've gathered images of these. Umbrella provided the examples, the elderly man in question was quite generous.
LIVE-FIRE MODEL COMMENTARY
This model's the most standard model among the variations, and a large number of them have been produced as standard gear for troops.
However, it's unlike general mass-produced guns, and in terms of production numbers, there are probably more than two zeroes. Therefore, the construction of each part's elaborate and unique, and the processing of the body, its foundation, is also special.
The barrel's custom-made from stainless steel. The rifling has been specially dimpled to reduce drag and improve initial velocity. The barrel length's 109mm, which is 16mm shorter than the original CQB size for easier handling.
The slide's made of ultra-high-tensile strength carbon steel and the Brigadier slide, a feature of the SAMURAI EDGE, has been returned to its standard shape to reduce weight. The frame's made of the aforementioned special stainless steel, dyed black, with a Picatinny rail and a beavertail added over the original, but lacking the straight grip seen on the M9A3. These external features are very similar to the Wesker Model of the original SAMURAI EDGE, which seems to be the origin for this product's name. All the internal components are composed of extremely tough stainless steel with a special lubricating coating, said to allow for maintenance-free operation over quite a long period of time, but since special lubricants are required for its maintenance, this point needs to be improved.
Were the SIG P226 and Colt M1911 submitted to the trial? That question was also on my mind. We've also heard rumors some anti-B.O.W. units have adopted the P226. Why was its design also the old Beretta-based SAMURAI EDGE?
The 01P's creator will be key to perusing this mystery.
There's no doubt the base was the original SAMURAI EDGE. The original was made by the defunct Gunsmith Mr. KENDO, but the 01P's design and production were conducted by Umbrella Co. The blue umbrella shield mark's embedded in the grip, sort of like a proof.
(On a side-note, a special chemical-resistant coating appears to have been applied on this grip, but it also still dissolved in prior tests. As a matter of fact, the end of the trigger bar was processed and apparently it's possible to fire even without a grip panel. Seems like a frustrating move.)
Hearing the explanation so far, can you see the original that became the basis?!! It's surprising, but... disappointing! They greatly reviewed the design on the 01P and even the materials became tailor-made. It's not composed of a commercially available metal...
As an aside, this metal seems to be a patent of Umbrella Headquarters, and I was only able to hear the primary material's a derivative of stainless steel. This material has superb oxidative resistance, is incredibly tough and apparently very stable. A gun could certainly be manufactured from this material. The conditions narrowed the options, and the Beretta was selected.
The model name, Albert W., is the name of Mr. Albert Wesker, the first Captain of S.T.A.R.S. As he owned the plans that proposed the basis of this SAMURAI EDGE's design, as well as how to manufacture the special stainless steel, I'm not sorry he's already deceased. When I broached this topic with the elderly official, his face went gray, so I feel his death was something that had a great impact on many people.
As can be imagined from the name 01P, there are several variations. We've gathered images of these. Umbrella provided the examples, the elderly man in question was quite generous.
LIVE-FIRE MODEL COMMENTARY
This model's the most standard model among the variations, and a large number of them have been produced as standard gear for troops.
However, it's unlike general mass-produced guns, and in terms of production numbers, there are probably more than two zeroes. Therefore, the construction of each part's elaborate and unique, and the processing of the body, its foundation, is also special.
The barrel's custom-made from stainless steel. The rifling has been specially dimpled to reduce drag and improve initial velocity. The barrel length's 109mm, which is 16mm shorter than the original CQB size for easier handling.
The slide's made of ultra-high-tensile strength carbon steel and the Brigadier slide, a feature of the SAMURAI EDGE, has been returned to its standard shape to reduce weight. The frame's made of the aforementioned special stainless steel, dyed black, with a Picatinny rail and a beavertail added over the original, but lacking the straight grip seen on the M9A3. These external features are very similar to the Wesker Model of the original SAMURAI EDGE, which seems to be the origin for this product's name. All the internal components are composed of extremely tough stainless steel with a special lubricating coating, said to allow for maintenance-free operation over quite a long period of time, but since special lubricants are required for its maintenance, this point needs to be improved.
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As for the AFPB and decocking safety, it adheres to the Beretta on which it's based. This was at the request of the troops, they don't carry cock-and-lock, and a safety that can be safely carried hammer-down for operational use, as well as double-action, were listed as essential. It's also interesting to note they had an extreme aversion to press moulding. Press-moulded parts can on rare occasions deform when subjected to a strong impact from the side, and it was requested that the gun should be made of as much precision-cut parts as possible.
LIVE-FIRING
Finally, it was time for the live-firing. I was so excited... does that expose my age? I was probably the first civilian to fire this legendary gun, so there's no way I couldn't be nervous.
This time, I was allowed to shoot special bullets. The magazine was loaded with eight rounds. A little low for 9mm I thought, but apparently the magazine comes in variations of 8, 15, and 20 rounds. The number of rounds in the magazine varies depending on the warhead used, is affected by the impact of a discharge, and the follower spring's adjusted to prevent the rounds from dancing around and causing feeding problems. There was a clue in this explanation, but I was so worried about this thing in my hand I just let it go.
Even though it wasn't explained to me, I'm still a writer, so let's take a look at the details of this thing I held. I've already explained what it was equipped with, but I'll introduce some additional points I was able to confirm on the actual gun. First of all, the sight's a standard 3-dot, but the design's original.
The front sight's a solid fit on a dovetail design. The grip isn't small, but it's not hard to hold, the size of a Beretta. The panel shape's grained so that it's non-slippery, but it's not as grippy as the G10. The trigger, safety, and takedown levers appear to be unchanged from the Beretta.
While suppressing my desire to fire the gun right away, I decided to check how it operates to avoid embarrassing myself. The first thing I did was dry fire it in single-action, and the trigger pull was unexpectedly light and smooth. Although it was tight, the trip was longer than that of a race gun, but still fell lightly and naturally. The gun's well tuned. In double-action, the Beretta's distinctive touch is overshadowed by its extremely even resistance that persists and grows just before it drops. This makes it easier to grasp the timing, which I think is a good thing. The most surprising thing is its accuracy.
I've heard it said a well-designed trigger pull's like sliding on glass, but in recent years I've rarely seen such a gun.
Both the Glock and the M&P have plastic triggers and trigger safeties. They're the epitome of function-first, pure rationalism.
Against this backdrop, this gun's trigger pull is now an orphan, reminiscent of a lost tech.
As for the AFPB and decocking safety, it adheres to the Beretta on which it's based. This was at the request of the troops, they don't carry cock-and-lock, and a safety that can be safely carried hammer-down for operational use, as well as double-action, were listed as essential. It's also interesting to note they had an extreme aversion to press moulding. Press-moulded parts can on rare occasions deform when subjected to a strong impact from the side, and it was requested that the gun should be made of as much precision-cut parts as possible.
LIVE-FIRING
Finally, it was time for the live-firing. I was so excited... does that expose my age? I was probably the first civilian to fire this legendary gun, so there's no way I couldn't be nervous.
This time, I was allowed to shoot special bullets. The magazine was loaded with eight rounds. A little low for 9mm I thought, but apparently the magazine comes in variations of 8, 15, and 20 rounds. The number of rounds in the magazine varies depending on the warhead used, is affected by the impact of a discharge, and the follower spring's adjusted to prevent the rounds from dancing around and causing feeding problems. There was a clue in this explanation, but I was so worried about this thing in my hand I just let it go.
Even though it wasn't explained to me, I'm still a writer, so let's take a look at the details of this thing I held. I've already explained what it was equipped with, but I'll introduce some additional points I was able to confirm on the actual gun. First of all, the sight's a standard 3-dot, but the design's original.
The front sight's a solid fit on a dovetail design. The grip isn't small, but it's not hard to hold, the size of a Beretta. The panel shape's grained so that it's non-slippery, but it's not as grippy as the G10. The trigger, safety, and takedown levers appear to be unchanged from the Beretta.
While suppressing my desire to fire the gun right away, I decided to check how it operates to avoid embarrassing myself. The first thing I did was dry fire it in single-action, and the trigger pull was unexpectedly light and smooth. Although it was tight, the trip was longer than that of a race gun, but still fell lightly and naturally. The gun's well tuned. In double-action, the Beretta's distinctive touch is overshadowed by its extremely even resistance that persists and grows just before it drops. This makes it easier to grasp the timing, which I think is a good thing. The most surprising thing is its accuracy.
I've heard it said a well-designed trigger pull's like sliding on glass, but in recent years I've rarely seen such a gun.
Both the Glock and the M&P have plastic triggers and trigger safeties. They're the epitome of function-first, pure rationalism.
Against this backdrop, this gun's trigger pull is now an orphan, reminiscent of a lost tech.
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A - You'll have your own way...
Once you tame a wild horse, it suddenly becomes a lot of fun. Once you get it, you cannot stop shooting.
B - Once you get it, you cannot stop shooting.
The first shot shocked me, but the more I shot it, the more I wanted to shoot again...
C - Hybrid Type Grip with black color
The hybrid grip comes in a black color.
A - You'll have your own way...
Once you tame a wild horse, it suddenly becomes a lot of fun. Once you get it, you cannot stop shooting.
B - Once you get it, you cannot stop shooting.
The first shot shocked me, but the more I shot it, the more I wanted to shoot again...
C - Hybrid Type Grip with black color
The hybrid grip comes in a black color.
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I slipped in the magazine, which holds eight special warheads, and pulled the slide. Inserting the magazine's rough compared to the trigger.
There seems to be a lot of clearance. And the slide pull's... not heavy, it's tough! So tough it made me wonder what was wrong with it!!
It uses a very strong recoil spring. At times like this, I bring the gun up to my chest and use my pecs to pull it all the way down.
Now it was time...
The actual distance was about 15 meters.
I aimed at the target using the combat sights. I pulled the trigger in a single motion, being careful not to tense up too much. That's how it's done these days.
A moment later, a fireball-like muzzle flash appeared before my eyes and I felt a shock that stung my palm. This first shot honestly surprised me.
The impact was greater than that of a 10mm caliber. This was awesome!
It was the complete opposite of THOR'S HAMMER, the expression of a truly wild horse being appropriate. I was completely taken aback and lost my nerve. Believe it or not this warhead also seems to be nearly 200 grains at a size of 9mm.
A standard 9mm warhead's around 120 grains, with the 10mm warhead being one of the heaviest, launching at around 1300 ft/s which surpasses the .357 Magnum by simple joule count. The warhead used is composed of a super-heavy, high-strength core material with a slightly soft alloy they said had been specially designed to provide both stopping power and penetration.
This is combined with a special powder containing an additive which accelerates the combustion rate to achieve the aforementioned specs.
From what they told me it's the same standard bullet used by the troops at all times, but as far as the warhead's detailed ingredients go, they didn't disclose them and its very composition appears to be top-secret. Apparently the ingredients are also expected to be utilized in MBT armor-piercing rounds, but I don't think they'll be distributed to the general public like products.
Apparently other warheads that incorporate special chemicals, even moulded explosive warheads, are going to be utilized.
With my amateur training and cheap mechanic's gloves I brought along, the recoil was too much for me however.
I managed to get my first round into the target, but my second and third rounds were barely able to reach the target paper. Not wanting to let things go on like that, I changed my shooting style. I slowly squeezed the trigger in an old-fashioned style. Rather than hold the gun in the center of my body, I extended my right hand and held it like a stock, with my left hand supporting me. Then I managed to catch the target. I got it! I slowly worked my way through the remaining rounds until the single magazine was spent.
I can't really say how accurate it is from just one magazine, so I'll just give a quick impression.
I slipped in the magazine, which holds eight special warheads, and pulled the slide. Inserting the magazine's rough compared to the trigger.
There seems to be a lot of clearance. And the slide pull's... not heavy, it's tough! So tough it made me wonder what was wrong with it!!
It uses a very strong recoil spring. At times like this, I bring the gun up to my chest and use my pecs to pull it all the way down.
Now it was time...
The actual distance was about 15 meters.
I aimed at the target using the combat sights. I pulled the trigger in a single motion, being careful not to tense up too much. That's how it's done these days.
A moment later, a fireball-like muzzle flash appeared before my eyes and I felt a shock that stung my palm. This first shot honestly surprised me.
The impact was greater than that of a 10mm caliber. This was awesome!
It was the complete opposite of THOR'S HAMMER, the expression of a truly wild horse being appropriate. I was completely taken aback and lost my nerve. Believe it or not this warhead also seems to be nearly 200 grains at a size of 9mm.
A standard 9mm warhead's around 120 grains, with the 10mm warhead being one of the heaviest, launching at around 1300 ft/s which surpasses the .357 Magnum by simple joule count. The warhead used is composed of a super-heavy, high-strength core material with a slightly soft alloy they said had been specially designed to provide both stopping power and penetration.
This is combined with a special powder containing an additive which accelerates the combustion rate to achieve the aforementioned specs.
From what they told me it's the same standard bullet used by the troops at all times, but as far as the warhead's detailed ingredients go, they didn't disclose them and its very composition appears to be top-secret. Apparently the ingredients are also expected to be utilized in MBT armor-piercing rounds, but I don't think they'll be distributed to the general public like products.
Apparently other warheads that incorporate special chemicals, even moulded explosive warheads, are going to be utilized.
With my amateur training and cheap mechanic's gloves I brought along, the recoil was too much for me however.
I managed to get my first round into the target, but my second and third rounds were barely able to reach the target paper. Not wanting to let things go on like that, I changed my shooting style. I slowly squeezed the trigger in an old-fashioned style. Rather than hold the gun in the center of my body, I extended my right hand and held it like a stock, with my left hand supporting me. Then I managed to catch the target. I got it! I slowly worked my way through the remaining rounds until the single magazine was spent.
I can't really say how accurate it is from just one magazine, so I'll just give a quick impression.
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LIVE-FIRING GENERAL COMMENTS
In a word, this gun's accuracy is "extraordinary."
I felt 15 meters was too close a distance considering this gun's accuracy, after all, my last four shots were almost in one hole. However, the accuracy here isn't only about the accuracy of the hits, but also about the unusual smoothness of its overall movement. It's like an overhauled SIG210, a highly accurate and rigid object operating without any sense of resistance.
That's why I was a little worried the first bullet's strong recoil might affect the precision machine.
As I continued to fire two or three more rounds, I gradually began to understand the sensation. It wasn't that I was too used to the high grip of a Glock, but it was the feeling I had with steel pistols. When I first shot the CZ 75, which I'd always dreamed of, I was disappointed to find it was more ordinary than I'd imagined, but the more I shot it, the more I became engrossed in its unique ease of shooting. This was similar to that feeling.
A metal frame doesn't soften recoil, but transmits it directly. I thought back to the fact I hadn't shot my 1911 recently.
The recoil of the .45 caliber's too heavy for me, and I can't fight the recoil even with my right foot halfway down in an isosurface stance.
IN CONCLUSION
With such a high level of accuracy, is there any problem with adaptability to the environment? Wouldn't it be more adaptable to the environment if the design was a little rough? I wasn't able to ask this question directly, but the official had been mentioning the word "malfunction" a lot thus far. Considering the purpose behind its use, it was only natural, but...
the fact it's balanced with this accuracy's hard to believe though. This is a gun that's been designed with great care.
If some precautions were taken, it'd be difficult to find any flaws in this gun.
In recent years, polymer autos have always been compared to Glocks in terms of how they compare. However, the SAMURAI EDGE still retains characteristics of the days when guns were made of steel and each gun had a strong individuality. The SAMURAI EDGE isn't a gun that overwhelms you with continuous fire, but a gun that accurately hits a critical point and cuts them down with a single shot. I could feel it was a special model as a professional tool.
Another point's their commitment to "guaranteed operation". It's said troops confronting bioterrorism desire to fight with B.O.W.'s at a distance of less than one meter if necessary. The moment they cross each other, distance can mean the difference between life and death. A malfunction's a problem that can lead directly to death.
LIVE-FIRING GENERAL COMMENTS
In a word, this gun's accuracy is "extraordinary."
I felt 15 meters was too close a distance considering this gun's accuracy, after all, my last four shots were almost in one hole. However, the accuracy here isn't only about the accuracy of the hits, but also about the unusual smoothness of its overall movement. It's like an overhauled SIG210, a highly accurate and rigid object operating without any sense of resistance.
That's why I was a little worried the first bullet's strong recoil might affect the precision machine.
As I continued to fire two or three more rounds, I gradually began to understand the sensation. It wasn't that I was too used to the high grip of a Glock, but it was the feeling I had with steel pistols. When I first shot the CZ 75, which I'd always dreamed of, I was disappointed to find it was more ordinary than I'd imagined, but the more I shot it, the more I became engrossed in its unique ease of shooting. This was similar to that feeling.
A metal frame doesn't soften recoil, but transmits it directly. I thought back to the fact I hadn't shot my 1911 recently.
The recoil of the .45 caliber's too heavy for me, and I can't fight the recoil even with my right foot halfway down in an isosurface stance.
IN CONCLUSION
With such a high level of accuracy, is there any problem with adaptability to the environment? Wouldn't it be more adaptable to the environment if the design was a little rough? I wasn't able to ask this question directly, but the official had been mentioning the word "malfunction" a lot thus far. Considering the purpose behind its use, it was only natural, but...
the fact it's balanced with this accuracy's hard to believe though. This is a gun that's been designed with great care.
If some precautions were taken, it'd be difficult to find any flaws in this gun.
In recent years, polymer autos have always been compared to Glocks in terms of how they compare. However, the SAMURAI EDGE still retains characteristics of the days when guns were made of steel and each gun had a strong individuality. The SAMURAI EDGE isn't a gun that overwhelms you with continuous fire, but a gun that accurately hits a critical point and cuts them down with a single shot. I could feel it was a special model as a professional tool.
Another point's their commitment to "guaranteed operation". It's said troops confronting bioterrorism desire to fight with B.O.W.'s at a distance of less than one meter if necessary. The moment they cross each other, distance can mean the difference between life and death. A malfunction's a problem that can lead directly to death.
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D - Provided with the "Thor's Hammer."
A Thor's Hammer set is provided to members of the BSAA Special Cases Response Team.
E - C. Redfield might have got this "ALBERT.W.MODEL01."
Chris may also have received this ALBERT.W.MODEL 01.
D - Provided with the "Thor's Hammer."
A Thor's Hammer set is provided to members of the BSAA Special Cases Response Team.
E - C. Redfield might have got this "ALBERT.W.MODEL01."
Chris may also have received this ALBERT.W.MODEL 01.
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Until this interview, I'd imagined the gun as a sword, a sword forged to be held by a samurai, a sword in the pocket of B.S.A.A. members. However, after firing the gun, that image changed dramatically. They're able to endure any environment silently and complete the task with a single sword using a minimum of gestures when necessary. I understood the name "samurai" referred to the gun itself.
The legendary gun undoubtedly exists and is as good as the legends say. To be honest, I was afraid I'd have to put a damper on those legends. I'm happy to report my fears were unfounded and I can write about it without any worries.
At the same time, I can't say the Glock's a masterpiece since the SAMURAI EDGE has every element a gun should have, and more. So compared to the 01P... unfortunately, I don't have any friends who can relate to that. The trouble's that the taciturn and austere figure of the samurai appears likely to obscure other guns for a while.
Until this interview, I'd imagined the gun as a sword, a sword forged to be held by a samurai, a sword in the pocket of B.S.A.A. members. However, after firing the gun, that image changed dramatically. They're able to endure any environment silently and complete the task with a single sword using a minimum of gestures when necessary. I understood the name "samurai" referred to the gun itself.
The legendary gun undoubtedly exists and is as good as the legends say. To be honest, I was afraid I'd have to put a damper on those legends. I'm happy to report my fears were unfounded and I can write about it without any worries.
At the same time, I can't say the Glock's a masterpiece since the SAMURAI EDGE has every element a gun should have, and more. So compared to the 01P... unfortunately, I don't have any friends who can relate to that. The trouble's that the taciturn and austere figure of the samurai appears likely to obscure other guns for a while.
