Daniel Defense
DDM4 V7P GBB
APS X EMG
This model, manufactured by APS, comes with the licenses from the firearm manufacturer Daniel Defense, thanks to EMG. It is a replica featuring markings and handguard of the DDM4 V7P model (DD for Daniel Defense, M4 Version 7, and P for pistol) with added details such as the EPG Alpha grip, Hawk sights with a folding stock, all mounted on its GBox GBBR system, making this model one of the top gas rifles available on the market.
1. APS Hawk Sights Set
2. MFR 9.0 M-Lok Hand Guard
3. Green gas magazine 36 bbs
4. EPG Alpha (EMG Brand)
5. Paracord sling swivel
6. Match Grade Charging Handle
7. EE104 (RS-3 Butt Stock Black)
8. Fully Licensed Daniel Defense Receiver
9. QD sling mounts
10. 10.3” Metal Outer Barrel
Folding Stock System
This system allows the stock to fold over the body (inner side for right-handed users), facilitating the transport of the replica. An interesting detail is that this folding system mimics real weapon models so well that it actually requires a certain degree of force (very AK-style) to fold it.
The system to fold the stock is as simple as pushing the stock tube upwards (there is a marking with an arrow so you won't have any doubts).
In addition to the stock adjustment functions, the tube contains a buffer that acts as a recoil system when firing the replica.
An important note: you can fire with the stock folded, but be careful because part of the bolt (the part that would push the buffer) extends outside the body with each shot, and it's not a practice we recommend doing too often due to the lifespan of the replica.
By the way, a quality detail in this replica is that the sling ring has been replaced with a cord, which is quieter and more comfortable.
EMG is the brand of the well-known American store Evike, which collaborates on this project by providing the licenses of the famous firearm manufacturer Daniel Defense for this replica. We see this not only in the name it shares with its real counterpart but also in the markings and the characteristic design of the MFR 9.0 M-LOK handguard, although it differs in other details like the grip, lower receiver, stock, and muzzle.
The APS model inherits the term "pistol" from the original model since the configuration marketed by Daniel Defense makes it, according to U.S. law, considered a pistol rather than a short rifle, making its acquisition bureaucratically simpler. Americans and their 5.56 pistols, of course!
GBox System
Basically, it's a GBBR system that is compatible with the range of AEG bodies and accessories, allowing for a drastic reduction in the final price of the replica, offering a GBBR product at almost half the price of other competitors on the market.
1. Charging Handle
2. AEG Body
3. Adjustable Power at Front Valve
4. Bolt Assembly
5. Adjustable Hop-Up System (you can adjust it from the ejection port)
6. Steel Internals
7. GBBR System
8. Buffer System
Magazine
The heart of every GBB replica (and the one that gives players the most headaches) is the magazine. In this case, APS has designed a specific gas magazine for its GBox M4 series with a capacity of 36 bbs made of polymer.
After using it in various temperatures, repeatedly with gas loads, and even testing gas at 8, 12, and 14 kilos, we can say that it is (based on the sample we have) the most stable GBB magazine we’ve seen after the MWS magazines from Marui. If APS maintains this level of excellence in all its magazines, the GBox series will undoubtedly undoubtedly be a massive success.
CONCLUSION
This Daniel Defense model is arguably one of the best replicas born from the collaboration between EMG and APS in the manufacture of licensed replicas. If we had to highlight a specific point, it would be the stability of shooting and gas management in different temperatures and against cooldown.
An economical option (considering the average prices of other GBBs on the market) that literally offers the ability to take it out of the box and play. The only downside we can point out, and this happens with all GBBs on the market, is that the unit price of the magazine remains high compared to AEGs. But dear reader, no one said looking cool was cheap!
