I'm very excited for this build - I never really thought I'd get into this blaster's world, mainly because RO-72 target pistols are very hard to come by. Unlike the Obi Wan saber parts, where you could frequent multiple military websites, there are only so many places you can look for old cheap bb guns before you just end up using time.
Until that time comes, I think I've found a way in. There are a few models that are built similar to the Umarex Panther RO-72. The Winchester model has a LARGE scoop for your thumb and that was weird enough that I avoided getting one. There is also a Manu-Arm French air pistol that has a sharp trigger guard and slightly different grip. Surprisingly, the trigger guard is really the only distinguished difference. It also comes with a completely different sight (which is removed for this project anyways) and it leaves the rear of the gun shaped a bit differently as well. It's usually a full circle on Panther pistols, and on a Manu-arm, a slice is taken off the top.
I recently won an auction that stayed under the radar, so I was the only bid. I love when that happens.
Anyway - here's the pistol I won!
(I'm going to attempt to cut my own side plates, and a member or two have been nice enough to help find greeblies)
Oh yea, I was able to dredge up some of those cross knobs that are used on some star wars props. They are also on their way to me
Until that time comes, I think I've found a way in. There are a few models that are built similar to the Umarex Panther RO-72. The Winchester model has a LARGE scoop for your thumb and that was weird enough that I avoided getting one. There is also a Manu-Arm French air pistol that has a sharp trigger guard and slightly different grip. Surprisingly, the trigger guard is really the only distinguished difference. It also comes with a completely different sight (which is removed for this project anyways) and it leaves the rear of the gun shaped a bit differently as well. It's usually a full circle on Panther pistols, and on a Manu-arm, a slice is taken off the top.
I recently won an auction that stayed under the radar, so I was the only bid. I love when that happens.
Anyway - here's the pistol I won!
(I'm going to attempt to cut my own side plates, and a member or two have been nice enough to help find greeblies)
Oh yea, I was able to dredge up some of those cross knobs that are used on some star wars props. They are also on their way to me