The CYMA 1911 Tactical Chrome Metal Spring Pistol is constructed from metal. The CYMA 1911 Tactical Chrome is operated by racking the slide which cocks the spring for a single shot. The spring system used in this gun allows it to be very affordable, however it is not skirmish able or realistic. The CYMA 1911 Tactical Chrome has realistic features such as realistic sights, slide cocking serrations, textured grip and magazine release. Despite the realistic features, the CYMA 1911 Tactical Chrome leaves much to be desired in the authenticity department. Although the CYMA 1911 Tactical Chrome Spring Pistol may be adequate for a display piece or prop, there are much better options for skirmish able that are still affordable. A spring shotgun such as the AGM Full Stock Spring Shotgun which comes in at only $29. 99 features a much more realistic action as well as a much higher build quality. For a $52 more you can purchase a very reliable and skirmish able shotgun such as the Fire Power Multi-Shot Spring Shotgun which features a very durable polymer body as well as 3 shot burst to better replicate a shotgun. Although, if you are set on purchasing a 1911 type you should save up a purchase a Gas blow back 1911, GBB are the most realistic guns you can buy. You can check the GBB 1911s out here, High quality Full metal 1911s As previously stated, this gun is not field ready due to its low performance. Although due to its realistic look and features, this gun is a great choice for use in film productions or as a great display piece. Please do not expect to be able to compete with high quality while using this low cost This gun is not serviceable and does not come with a of any kind. Specifications Manufacturer: CYMA Weight: 1 pound Muzzle Velocity: ~150 FPS Magazine Capacity: 14 rounds Package Includes: gun, magazine, low quality BBs Please Note: This product does not come with a of