Decision Trigger – Is this revolver for you?
 
✔️ Shoot at will if:
You want the quintessential "Artillery" size: The 5-inch barrel length hits the definitive historical sweet spot, offering the most balanced and iconic look in the entire Single Action Army legacy.
You demand a perfect physical balance: Unlike shorter or longer variants, the 5-inch configuration provides an unmatched, natural point-of-aim that doesn't feel front-heavy or stubby in the hand.
You want modernized field performance: It utilizes Tanaka's advanced Pegasas II system, allowing you to enjoy authentic frontier handling paired with excellent gas efficiency and a practical BB capacity stored right in the cylinder.
 
❌ Hold your fire if:
You want maximum holster quick-draw speed: While more manageable than the 7.5-inch Cavalry model, this 5-inch barrel is still too long for ultra-fast, high-speed competitive gunslinging draws compared to the short 4.75-inch version.
You want manual shell-ejecting choreography: Because it uses the fixed internal Pegasus system to keep gas efficiency high, you miss out on loading and flipping out individual mock brass casings.
You need a high rate of fire: True to its 19th-century single-action roots, you have to manually cock the hammer back with your thumb before every single shot you take.
 
『Takeaway: The Tanaka Colt SAA 2nd Gen 5.5-inch Pegasus 2 is the golden mean of western wheelguns. By insisting on the historical "Artillery" 5.5-inch barrel length, it trades specialized quick-drawing and shell-ejecting play for perfect mechanical balance and iconic frontier proportions. It is the definitive choice for enthusiasts who want the absolute middle ground of handling, history, and reliable gas revolver performance.』
 
The original SAA 2nd 5” Pegasus 2 Gas Revolver, debuted in 1999. In 2005, it was updated with a detachable cylinder design, marking the beginning of its continued evolution.
 
The newly developed PEGASUS II was created with a clear goal: greater durability, enhanced realism, and performance suited for both airsoft skirmishes and fast-draw competition. One key improvement addresses concerns from earlier detachable-cylinder models—the cylinder is now secured by a true-to-life base pin that passes through the cylinder, closely replicating the real firearm’s structure.
 
The patented PEGASAS II system also incorporates a variable hop-up mechanism for improved adaptability in airsoft use. To overcome typical revolver capacity limits, the SAA features an internal magazine system similar to other Pegasus models, holding 15 rounds plus an additional 10-round reserve stored in the ejector tube—for a total of 25 shots.
 
Reinforced and cushioned internal components further enhance strength and longevity, while refinements throughout improve overall realism. The result is a thoroughly upgraded platform built for practical performance. A 5½-inch version will also join the PEGASAS II lineup.