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Activist · February 28th, 2016, 15:54

Hi, I'd like to start off by saying that I have done my research (of what's available) including this ASC thread (titled) BELL GBB Pistols? and based on this post I decided to make an order for the Glock 17 (gen 3) made by Bell.

Now I've heard some mixed stories saying it's a TM clone (because of the magazine) and other's saying it's a WE clone and compatible with WE parts.

If anyone out there has the Bell G17 I'm curious what kind of after-market parts will be compatible with the Bell model; for instance - the slide. I would like to upgrade the slide to one with an extractor as a separate piece (like the Stark Arms/VFC or TM models). I'd also like to upgrade the magazine valve's and hammer + hammer spring. I'd also like to upgrade to night sights.

Another question I have is regarding the quality of the polymer frame and how (bad or good) the mold lines are. If they're poor I'd probably upgrade to a Guarder frame assuming it is compatible.

If any of this seems unnecessary and you're thinking to yourself "it would have been smarter to just buy the TM model or at least the WE", then I would agree with you - except I purposely went with Bell because it's much cheaper and I want it to be my first project gun so I can get familiar with performing upgrades and modifications myself without worrying about screwing up and leaving me with a much more expensive paper weight for a gun.

If anyone with the Bell Glock 17 could send me a close-up picture of the slide's extractor, breech and trademarks I would be very grateful.

I personally went with the c02 version and even though I've heard they're prone to leaks and other issues I decided I'd just buy a few extra magazines because of this.

If there is anything you think I should know about these guns please feel free to help me out by letting me know. If you only feel like posting to tell me I wasted my money or to stay away from cheap chinese clones then please refrain from doing so. I have already made my decision and it's already on it's way to my address. Just so you know (for those who also may be interested in Bell GBB pistols) I plan to do a very in depth review full of beautiful hi-def pictures after a few days of tinkering with it, and then updating it after a month or two to let you know how it has been holding up.)

Thank you in advance to those whom reply, it is greatly appreciated.

February 28th, 2016, 15:54	#1
Activist Airsoft SJW - potential hazard on the streets beware...... Trader rating Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Sk	Bell GBB's (specifically the Glock 17) Hi, I'd like to start off by saying that I have done my research (of what's available) including this ASC thread (titled) BELL GBB Pistols? and based on this post I decided to make an order for the Glock 17 (gen 3) made by Bell. Now I've heard some mixed stories saying it's a TM clone (because of the magazine) and other's saying it's a WE clone and compatible with WE parts. If anyone out there has the Bell G17 I'm curious what kind of after-market parts will be compatible with the Bell model; for instance - the slide. I would like to upgrade the slide to one with an extractor as a separate piece (like the Stark Arms/VFC or TM models). I'd also like to upgrade the magazine valve's and hammer + hammer spring. I'd also like to upgrade to night sights. Another question I have is regarding the quality of the polymer frame and how (bad or good) the mold lines are. If they're poor I'd probably upgrade to a Guarder frame assuming it is compatible. If any of this seems unnecessary and you're thinking to yourself "it would have been smarter to just buy the TM model or at least the WE", then I would agree with you - except I purposely went with Bell because it's much cheaper and I want it to be my first project gun so I can get familiar with performing upgrades and modifications myself without worrying about screwing up and leaving me with a much more expensive paper weight for a gun. If anyone with the Bell Glock 17 could send me a close-up picture of the slide's extractor, breech and trademarks I would be very grateful. I personally went with the c02 version and even though I've heard they're prone to leaks and other issues I decided I'd just buy a few extra magazines because of this. If there is anything you think I should know about these guns please feel free to help me out by letting me know. If you only feel like posting to tell me I wasted my money or to stay away from cheap chinese clones then please refrain from doing so. I have already made my decision and it's already on it's way to my address. Just so you know (for those who also may be interested in Bell GBB pistols) I plan to do a very in depth review full of beautiful hi-def pictures after a few days of tinkering with it, and then updating it after a month or two to let you know how it has been holding up.) Thank you in advance to those whom reply, it is greatly appreciated.