Armorer Works Custom HX23 Series Gas Blowback Airsoft Pistol in Black (AW-HX2301)

Armorer Works Custom HX23 Series Gas Blowback Airsoft Pistol in Black (AW-HX2301)

Precision-built for the competitive field, the Armorer Works HX23 (AW-HX2301) is a Hi-Capa platform airsoft pistol that dials in performance without compromising on style or practicality. It’s the kind of sidearm that feels tuned from the factory—light where it needs to be, responsive in all the right places, and engineered to keep your shots fast and flat.

The standard-length one-piece metal slide features sharp, deep serrations for easy manipulations and a fluid racking motion you can feel right away. This slide isn’t overly bulky, and thanks to the shortened mid-frame beneath it, the pistol handles with a noticeably tighter, more agile feel. Whether you’re burning through drills or cutting corners during a live skirmish, the HX2301 keeps pace without missing a beat.

Up front, you’ve got a threaded outer barrel straight out of the box—no extra mods or thread adapters needed. Drop on a mock suppressor or compensator and you’re good to go. The slide is also cut for AW’s MRDS red dot mount, so if you like running optics, it’s ready for it with no extra milling required. It’s this kind of practical modularity that really sets the HX23 apart.

The grip setup is equally purpose-driven. It’s skeletonized for weight reduction and airflow, and the aggressive stippling combined with finger grooves and a high trigger undercut gives you strong support-hand engagement and exceptional recoil control. And with the flared HEX-style magwell, reloads become automatic. Mags just slide in without needing to overthink your alignment mid-fight.

Shooting performance sits around 320 FPS on green gas using 0.20g BBs—right in that sweet spot for UK field limits. It cycles snappy, and the blowback has that crisp kick you want in a GBB pistol without wasting gas. Paired with the adjustable hop-up and 109.9mm inner barrel, it’s plenty accurate for both close quarters and short-range outdoor engagement.

Fibre optic front and adjustable ghost ring rear sights give you rapid target acquisition, even in shifting light conditions. Whether you're darting between cover or reacting to a quick corner peek, the sight picture is fast, clear, and confidence-inspiring. It’s these details that make the HX23 a true contender for competitive players who live on speed and instinct.

It comes standard with a 30+1 round mag and plays nicely with any TM, WE, or KJW Hi-Capa magazines. So if you’ve already got a Hi-Capa loadout built, this’ll slide right into your rig without the need to reconfigure anything. The pistol itself is full metal with a polymer grip module—tough, lightweight, and ready to take a few knocks without falling out of tune.

Whether you’re running competition drills or want a fast-shooting sidearm to back up your rifle loadout, the HX2301 is a no-fuss, high-performance choice. It’s built for those who don’t want to compromise between looks, function, and field effectiveness.

Highlights

• One-piece standard length serrated slide for smooth manipulations
• Threaded outer barrel for suppressors or compensators
• MRDS red dot mount compatible (pre-cut)
• Fibre optic front sight with adjustable rear ghost ring
• Skeletonized grip with undercut and finger grooves for recoil control
• Flared HEX-style magwell for quick reloads
• Modular trigger system for custom fit and feel
• Reinforced internals and crisp blowback performance

What's Included

• Armorer Works HX23 Gas Blowback Airsoft Pistol (AW-HX2301)
• HXMG06 30-round green gas magazine
• User manual and documentation
• Box packaging

Technical Specifications

• Length: 219mm
• Height: 149mm
• Inner Barrel Length: 109.9mm
• Muzzle Velocity: ~320 FPS (0.20g BBs)
• Gas Type: Green Gas, Red Gas, Propane
• Magazine Capacity: 30+1 rounds
• Compatible Magazines: TM, WE, KJW Hi-Capa Series
• Fire Mode: Semi-Auto + Safety
• Hop-Up: Adjustable
• Build: Metal Slide and Frame / Polymer Grip
• Pistol Weight: 767.1g
• Magazine Weight: 336.8g