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[Solo]

Now,
although it's not really "news" that Systema has released its new, 3rd generation PTWs, I don't seem to have seen much info about it.
And since I've recently received mine (and am about writing a personal review), as the usual passionate I am about these, I've shot this short video containing my personal overview on them PTWs.
This is NOT endorsed or sponsored in any way by Systema at the time of this writing, although I let Systema know about it so that they can take a break and have a laugh
This is meant to be "Part One", a simple overview. I will - in time - shoot "Part Two", about in depth performance on the field.

Hope you like it.


http://rapidshare.de/files/5701851/PTW_Par..._Final.mov.html

[Solo]

By the way,
since I mention it in the video, this is one of the images I showed around in a couple of forums and that pictures my latest, 3rd generation arrivals:

[expvideo]

Now I have to get a systema PTW rifle. That is just soooo sexy.

Aaron

[Perch]

very nice video and i nformation

[EvilCookie]

Nicely made video sir

[NamantH]

like the back groud music.

damn those are impressive guns... never knew that you could swap out the cylinders so easy in those guns... that is a real nice feature.

[Solo]

Guys,
thank you all for your kind comments.

PS

Music is original soundtrack from movie "School of Rock"

[Qhs]

Very professional video. Why not send it to Systema? Make you famous. I could recommend this video to Wallace over at Zshot, if you want me to.

[Solo]

Very professional video. Why not send it to Systema? Make you famous. I could recommend this video to Wallace over at Zshot, if you want me to.

<{POST_SNAPBACK}>

Your usual kindness and friendship mate
I DID send one copy to Wallace and one to Systema headquarters. I think - like I said above - they might have a good laugh


Thumbs up from me to you,


Fil

[davedawg123]

I don't know if its the guns or the way you take pictures, but your m4 and m16 are some of the nicest I've seen. Almost makes me want to go out and spend $2000... or maybe I just need a better camera.

Edit*
Good work on the video, btw.

Edited by davedawg123, 30 September 2005 - 06:35 PM.

[Solo]

I don't know if its the guns or the way you take pictures, but your m4 and m16 are some of the nicest I've seen. Almost makes me want to go out and spend $2000... or maybe I just need a better camera.

<{POST_SNAPBACK}>

ROFL
I can honestly tell you, there's nothing special about me taking pics. It's the "stuff" I'm taking pictures of that is really, really well made.
This is the only reason I'm doing all this for.

These are the finest toys I've ever had in my life, and I like toys (well, toys for big boys, that is ).

[Trigger Happy10]

Now I have to get a systema PTW rifle.  That is just soooo sexy.

Aaron

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I know. I am lucky I have alot of relitaves. That'll be my one huge christmas present.

™

[unimatrix001]

Solo what Markings are on the new PTWs? Any pictures of the left side of the guns?

[BakaBox]

Nice video, it really makes me want one. The quick change cylinder setup even beats ICS' system, that initially copied Systema's old design afaik.
The way you can just snap it open like that after removing the receiver pin...

Judging by your forum nationality, you're Italian. Great English troughout the video!

[Solo]

Bakabox, thanks a lot for the nice comments.
I'm an Italian/American (US born, living in Italy)

unimatrix001:
Markings are PTW markings, with Systema's logo, white.
Mine on these 3rd gen (pictured below) - to my surprise, courtesy of Systema Corporation - are "personalized"
This was due to my perseverance and continuous input to the company (I guess!).

I am definitely a friend of Systema's, though not involved officially in any way to this date.
Still had to pay fully for my stuff though!

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Edited by Solo, 30 September 2005 - 09:47 PM.

[Qhs]

Before everyone starts e-mailing Systema for a 3rd Gen armalite, Systema told all retailers in the US to stop selling them to consumers unless you are LE or Military. Found this out in July or Aug of 05'. No word on when Systema will make a consumer version or just reopen the armalites to the consumer market. Bummer for us but great news for Solo.

[duckares]

Before everyone starts e-mailing Systema for a 3rd Gen armalite, Systema told all retailers in the US to stop selling them to consumers unless you are LE or Military. Found this out in July or Aug of 05'. No word on when Systema will make a consumer version or just reopen the armalites to the consumer market. Bummer for us but great news for Solo.

<{POST_SNAPBACK}>

Good stuff, Solo!!!

If PowerEdge or AirsoftExtreme does not stock the current Gen 3 PTWS or support parts for the earlier PTWS, then what are the chances of LE agencies in HI or CA adopting the PTWS???

I see a "glide slope to sea-level" on this one!!!

Edited by duckares, 01 October 2005 - 01:21 AM.

[DrewLawson]

Nice video Solo you lucky ....

[Solo]

Before everyone starts e-mailing Systema for a 3rd Gen armalite, Systema told all retailers in the US to stop selling them to consumers unless you are LE or Military. Found this out in July or Aug of 05'. No word on when Systema will make a consumer version or just reopen the armalites to the consumer market. Bummer for us but great news for Solo.

<{POST_SNAPBACK}>

Uh-oh... didn't certainly know about this one. Will try and get info. Mine were ordered in march and I got them only recently because of Italian customs.
I am rather certain the upgrade kits should be coming out in a few weeks, but will ask again.


Never despair!

[Solo]

Haven't checked completely yet,
but Qhs' report seems to be correct: PTWs will not be stocked normally by retailers because Systema has chosen a "safe" line with these PTWs.

This however, doesn't mean at all that - who wants one - can't get it.
You will most likely have to place an order either at the retailer's or at Systema directly.

This is in fact how I did back then (march) and it worked out fine.

When you see/hear Systema officials speak about PTWs they say "these are not toys" and having them with me I can confirm this is true. I see this as a plus.

Therfore, this specific type of order processing would seem to be a logical consequence.

I confirm once again that the upgrade kits for older PTWs should become available soon. I was told in just a few weels. The upgrade kit is ready, it's just the various manuals that are being prepared.

Should anyone of you pursue more information, don't hesitate to contact me, I'll do my best