Almost perfect, but major design flaw

The retaliator fixes one of the biggest problems with the Recon: random jamming. If the Retaliator jams, the reason is simple and consistent. You didn't pull back the trigger all the way before pushing it forward. That doesn't mean there isn't problems. If you don't pull the trigger all the way back, you WILL have to remove the clip or the bullet will slide backwards into the barrel causing two bullets to get loaded on the next cock. Here's the worst part. If you don't realize what's happening and force the trigger forwards with two bullets inside, the flimsy plastic barrel blocker (that keeps bullets from sliding out when the gun is pointed downwards) will break off and you'll have to either replace the part (which is rare because nobody mods the barrel blocker) or replace the gun. On the other hand, when you do manage to successfully cock the gun, it's pretty powerful and accurate for a pistol. Plus, it's clip loading rather than front loading. This is why the Retaliator is my go-to Nerf gun for pistol fights.Read full review

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