KWC Tanfoglio Witness

Manufacturer: KWC

Model: Tanfoglio Witness

FPS: 240-250

Cost: $17-$25

Introduction: A reltatively common and low-priced pistol, the KWC Tanfoglio Witness is sold under the Cybergun brand and features Tanfoglio trademarks. Don't let its low price trick you though, KWC spring pistols have a reputation for being reliable and durable replicas. They are commonly availible at both sporting good stores and airsoft retailers.

Externals: The externals of the Tanfoglio Witness are very impressive and nice. They are made up of a very durable ABS plastic. The grips are made up of slightly less-pretty plastic that takes the hue of a hideous brown. All parts of the replica feel very solid. Note that there is no open-ejection port; rather, the ejection port is covered by a very convincing plastic or sticker that gives a very good impression of metal. The iron sights are simple and are practical. The take-down lever for KWC pistols is the fake slide-lock; simply pull it out and then the slide comes off for easy cleaning and maitence.

Metal Parts: There are no metal parts on this replica other than the screws and inner barrel.

Features: There is no significant features on this spring replica. No RIS rails for attaching additional acessories.

Safety: The safety could be considered the weakest part of this replica. Though it will function fine if used properly. There is no functioning grip safety. Engaging the safety lever makes a nice click noise to indicate it safe and in this mode you can't pull the trigger or cock the pistol. The most commonly experienced problem with the safety is that the small spring of the lever becomes lost, and the safety no longer locks into place. None the less, under proper usage and care, this problem should no occur.

Magazine: The magazines are of the typical KWC speedloading style. Simply pull down the spring till it locks in place, and then hold on the lever and let the bbs come in. The flaws in this design are that the spring may accidentally snap back up, causing the bbs to spew everywhere during reloading, and during usage if anything touches the lever that holds the bbs down, it will let all the bbs spew out of the magazine. Thus, magazines must be stored and handled with care to prevent accidental discharge of all the bbs. Overall, they are very light and very skinny; they are built well but still seem slightly fragile.

Firing: To fire this replica, make sure the safety is off first. Cocking the pistol while the safety is engaged may break the safety. Then, simply grip the slide and pull back till you hear a click and guide the slide back to its original position. A firm trigger pull will cuase the replica to fire. Note that the pistol should be cocked all the way to prevent jamming. If the replica does jam, you must remove the magainze and cock the pistol one more time and fire to clear the chamber.

Accuracy: This replica is able to use both .12s and .20s. Obviously, .20 bbs have a straighter trajectory and accuracy, while .12s still offer a respectable accuracy. The lack of hop-up on the newer version 2 of this replica mean limited range (50-60 feet), but it is extremely accurate within this range.

Conclusion: A highly recommended replica which has stood the rigorous tests of durabilty. Beginners will definately be satisfied with this replica and it may even make a backup sidearm for AEGs. Despite the 2 slightl deficiences of this replica (safety and magazines), this replica is well worth its low-cost due to its extreme accuracy and build quality.

Airsoft Springers Reviews:
Externals: 4/5
Durability: 5/5
Accuracy: 4/5
Range: 3/5
Power: 3/5
Overall: 4/5