EMG / Salient Arms BLU Compact Gas Blowback Pistol in Blue

Some airsoft pistols aim for subtlety—this one doesn’t. The EMG / Salient Arms BLU Compact GBB Pistol in Blue is a compact, full-metal powerhouse that screams precision and personality. Fully licensed by Salient Arms International and built by EMG, this airsoft pistol pairs elite race-gun styling with practical CQB-focused functionality. Whether it’s your main in a pistol-only loadout or a fast-draw backup to your AEG, it’s designed to get the job done—and look good doing it.

Measuring 198 mm long and tipping the scales at just 505 g, the BLU Compact rides light on your rig but hits heavy with its snappy blowback and tight recoil impulse. Its CNC-machined aluminium slide is dressed in bold BLU-style cuts, lightening reciprocating mass for rapid cycling and better heat dispersion. Serrations along the slide are cut deep and purposeful—ideal for glove use and quick press checks. Beneath that, a match-grade, gold-toned fluted outer barrel brings flair and function, threaded 11 mm CW (female) and bundled with a 14 mm CCW adapter and branded thread protector. Tracer unit? Mock suppressor? You’re sorted straight out of the box.

Internally, it runs off a WE EU19-style gas system, delivering around 305 FPS with 0.20 g BBs on green gas. Prefer punchier blowback? This pistol is CO₂ magazine compatible too. Either way, the slide kicks back with a satisfying snap that makes every trigger pull feel more immersive. The hop-up is adjustable—accessible during field strip—and lets you stretch those mid-range shots with real consistency. BBs track clean out to 25–30 m when tuned right, giving it surprising reach for such a compact sidearm.

Handling is sharp and deliberate. The stippled polymer frame features an extended SAI-style magwell to guide reloads, while the double undercut trigger guard invites a high, two-handed grip that tames muzzle rise. The interchangeable SAI backstrap adds custom comfort, and the flared magazine base plate keeps reloads fast and secure under pressure. The flat-faced trigger has a two-stage pull with a clean break and audible reset—perfect for quick double taps or precise, timed shots in CQB scrims.

Sights are race-gun inspired: a fibre-optic front sight for rapid target picks, and a serrated rear sight that helps cut glare when the light’s less than ideal. Up front, you’ve also got a 20 mm Picatinny accessory rail ready to take torches or lasers—no adapters or faffing around. It’s these extras—the little details like the checkering, the slide finish, the gold mag release—that elevate this pistol from “solid” to “seriously slick.”

This GBB pistol thrives in skirmishes that demand quick thinking and tight movement. It’s a shooter’s sidearm—designed not just for looks, but for real-world gameplay where every draw, rack, and reload counts. Whether you’re charging through killhouses or covering corners in an outdoor field, the BLU Compact punches above its size class.

Features

• Fully licensed by EMG / Salient Arms International (SAI) 
• CNC aluminium construction with BLU-style slide cuts
• Compact size ideal for close-quarters use and carry
• Flat SAI-style trigger with integrated safety blade
• Gold fluted match-grade outer barrel (threaded 11 mm CW)
• 14 mm CCW adapter and SAI-branded thread protector included
• Interchangeable backstrap and extended flared magwell
• Fibre-optic front and serrated rear sights for rapid target alignment

What you get

• EMG / Salient Arms BLU Compact GBB Pistol 
• SA-BLMG02 23-round green gas / CO₂ compatible magazine
• 11 mm CW to 14 mm CCW thread adapter
• Thread protector

Details

• Pistol Length: 198 mm
• Pistol Height: 130 mm
• Pistol Weight: 505 g
• Magazine Weight: 245 g
• Inner Barrel Length: 81 mm
• Muzzle Velocity: ~305 FPS (0.20 g BBs)
• Threading: 11 mm CW (female) with 14 mm CCW adapter
• Hop-Up: Adjustable (accessed during field strip)
• Gas Type: Green Gas / CO₂ compatible