{"product_id":"a-ction-liberty-chief-2-inch-model-gun-kit","title":"A!CTION Liberty Chief 2 inch Model Gun Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn the annals of military history, few sidearms have commanded the respect and longevity of the John M. Browning-designed 1911. Its influence stretched far beyond the borders of the United States, finding a distinguished home in the frigid climes of Scandinavia. The Kongsberg M1914 stands as a testament to this legacy, serving as the official standard service pistol of the Norwegian Armed Forces for an incredible seven decades, from 1914 until 1985. This was not merely a clone; it was a national treasure, a Norwegian interpretation of an American legend. The journey to its adoption was a circuitous one, beginning with Norway's initial interest in the Colt Military Model 1902. However, as the United States pivoted towards the .45 ACP 1911 for its own troops, Norway wisely followed suit, initiating a new round of field trials that would ultimately shape their military sidearm for generations. Officially adopted in August 1914, the Kongsberg M1914 replaced the older M\/1893 7.5mm Nagant revolvers, marking a significant leap in firepower and reliability for the Norwegian soldier.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDespite a delay in the initial procurement of American-made samples, the path to production was uniquely international. It was discovered that the pistols under consideration were actually being manufactured by Fabrique Nationale (FN) for the European market. This revelation led to a tripartite contract between the Norwegian government, Colt, and FN, paving the way for local production under license at the Kongsberg Vaapenfabrikk. This factory would become synonymous with the pistol, and the firearms that rolled off its lines bore the distinct pride of Norwegian craftsmanship. The result was a pistol that was functionally identical to the American 1911 but carried its own distinct identity, marked by specific Norwegian ordnance inscriptions and subtle ergonomic enhancements that set it apart from its cousin across the Atlantic.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eToday, this rich heritage has been meticulously revived for the modern enthusiast, not in gunpowder and steel, but in the precision-engineered world of airsoft. The A!CTION Liberty Chief 2 Inch Model Gun Kit is a faithful replication of the Kongsberg M1914, bringing this historical artifact to life in a format accessible to collectors and skirmishers alike. Manufactured by FCW, this airsoft pistol is more than just a lookalike; it is a detailed homage. It faithfully features the Norwegian manufactured rollmarks, including the correct and official markings stamped on the left side of the slide: \"11.25 m\/m AUT. PISTOL M\/1914.\" This attention to detail extends to the aesthetic, with a robust zinc alloy slide that carries a durable black finish, contrasted by an ABS lower frame equipped with checkered wood grips, evoking the feel of the original service pistol.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInternally, the A!CTION Liberty Chief is a masterpiece of practical engineering, utilizing the ubiquitous and reliable Tokyo Marui 1911 GBB system as its foundation. This ensures that the pistol is not only a showpiece but also a high-performance airsoft weapon, complete with an adjustable Hop-Up for precision shooting. It utilizes 25-round, single-stack magazines that are compliant with the Tokyo Marui 1911 specification, ensuring that users have access to a wide array of aftermarket magazines and parts for customization and maintenance. By retaining the core dimensions and aesthetics of the 1911 platform, including the ergonomic extended slide release, this airsoft replica perfectly balances the historical authenticity of the Norwegian classic with the modern performance standards of the Tokyo Marui system, making it a compelling choice for those who appreciate the confluence of history, craftsmanship, and innovation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul style='margin-top: 16px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px !important; margin-left: 0px; padding-left: 18px; color: rgb(15, 17, 21); font-family: quote-cjk-patch, Inter, system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, \"Segoe UI\", Roboto, Oxygen, Ubuntu, Cantarell, \"Open Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;'\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\" style=\"margin-top: 0px !important; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eThe Kongsberg M1914, Norway's adaptation of the Colt 1911, served as the official Norwegian service pistol from 1914 to 1985, replacing the older M\/1893 Nagant revolvers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-top: 6px;\"\u003e\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\" style=\"margin-top: 0px !important; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eNorway initially sought the Colt 1902 but switched to the 1911 after the U.S. adopted the .45 ACP version, leading to a tripartite contract with Colt and FN for licensed production at Kongsberg Vaapenfabrikk.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-top: 6px;\"\u003e\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\" style=\"margin-top: 0px !important; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eThe Norwegian variant featured distinct national rollmarks, including\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\"11.25 m\/m AUT. PISTOL M\/1914\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eon the slide, along with an extended slide release for improved ergonomics.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-top: 6px;\"\u003e\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\" style=\"margin-top: 0px !important; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eThe A!CTION Liberty Chief 2 Inch Model Gun Kit, made by FCW, faithfully replicates this historic pistol with correct Norwegian markings, a zinc alloy slide with black finish, an ABS lower frame, and checkered wood grips.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-top: 6px;\"\u003e\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\" style=\"margin-top: 0px !important; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eInternally, it uses the Tokyo Marui 1911 GBB system with adjustable Hop-Up, accepts TM-spec 25-round single-stack magazines, and is compatible with a wide range of Marui aftermarket parts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-top: 6px;\"\u003e\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\" style=\"margin-top: 0px !important; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eThis airsoft replica blends historical authenticity with modern performance, making it an excellent choice for collectors, reenactors, and skirmishers alike.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"A!CTION","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49491602047204,"sku":"ACT-4580750660038","price":199.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0617\/1325\/2580\/files\/ACT-4580750660038-1L.jpg?v=1784860700","url":"https:\/\/www.ehobbyasia.com\/products\/a-ction-liberty-chief-2-inch-model-gun-kit","provider":"eHobbyAsia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}