Description
The GSG Firefly HGA Mint Green Threaded is a full-size .22 LR pistol from German Sport Guns, imported by American Tactical (ATI), with a mint green frame, black slide and a 4.9-inch barrel threaded for a muzzle device or rimfire suppressor. It ships with a 13-round magazine and is an inexpensive way to practice with a pistol that feels like a centerfire duty gun.
GSG Firefly HGA Mint Green Threaded Overview
The Firefly is styled after a classic full-size service pistol, with a hammer-fired double action/single action trigger and a slide-mounted manual safety lever on both sides. It uses a simple blowback action, a fixed barrel and an alloy frame with an integrated accessory rail for a light or laser. The HGA version adds the threaded barrel and a 13-round magazine instead of the 10-round magazine on standard models.
Threaded Barrel Details
The barrel extends past the slide and is threaded so you can mount a thread protector, compensator or rimfire suppressor. Retail listings show 1/2×28 threads, the common rimfire pattern, typically achieved through a thread adapter on the barrel. Confirm the threads and adapter fit before mounting anything. A suppressor is an NFA item that requires an approved ATF Form 4, a tax stamp and a state that allows ownership, and rimfire cans foul quickly, so plan on regular cleaning.
Shooting and Ammunition
Like most blowback .22 pistols, the Firefly runs best with high-velocity, round-nose ammunition. Standard-velocity target loads and some bulk ammo may not cycle the slide reliably, especially when the gun is new. Expect a break-in period of a few hundred rounds. Rimfire ammunition is inexpensive and widely available, which makes this an affordable trainer, but keep in mind that rimfire priming is less consistent than centerfire, so occasional dud rounds are normal.
Frame, Sights and Ergonomics
The frame is a zinc alloy, which makes the gun heavier than its size suggests at about 24.6 ounces. That weight helps soak up the already light recoil of .22 LR. The grip is full-size, with black polymer panels that suit medium and large hands but may feel bulky for smaller shooters. A windage-adjustable rear sight lets you fine-tune zero, and the frame rail accepts most compact weapon lights and lasers.
Finish and Color
The mint green frame contrasts with the black slide and barrel, giving the pistol a distinctive look at the range. The colored frame finish is applied to a zinc alloy frame, so it can chip or wear at edges with heavy holster use or rough handling. Holster options are limited compared with popular centerfire pistols. Look for holsters made for the Firefly or SIG P226-sized frames, and test fit with the threaded barrel before buying.
Honest Expectations
The Firefly is an economy rimfire pistol, not a precision target gun. Its value is affordable trigger time and a familiar manual of arms for shooters who own DA/SA service pistols. Fit and finish are basic, the DA trigger pull is heavy, and resale value is modest. Owners who want a long-lived match .22 should look at higher-end options. For plinking, teaching new shooters and suppressor fun, it is an easy pistol to enjoy.
Safe Storage
Store handguns unloaded in a locked safe, lockbox or with a cable lock, and keep ammunition separate when children are in the home. Quick access safes let you keep a defensive handgun secure but available. Teach everyone in the household basic firearm safety rules.
Ordering From MAG5
Choose your local FFL dealer at checkout and we ship directly to them. Once the firearm arrives, your dealer will run the background check and complete the transfer paperwork. Most dealers charge a modest transfer fee, so ask about it before you order.
State Laws and Ownership
ATI lists this model as not for sale in California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Hawaii, Illinois, Massachusetts, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Vermont and Washington, largely because of the threaded barrel, the 13-round magazine or state handgun rosters. Other localities may also restrict threaded pistols or magazine capacity. Check your state and local laws before ordering, and confirm your receiving dealer can transfer it.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: German Sport Guns (GSG), imported by ATI
- Model: Firefly HGA, mint green (GERG2213TFFMA)
- UPC: 810113114309
- Caliber: .22 LR
- Action: Blowback semi-automatic, DA/SA hammer
- Barrel: 4.9 in., threaded (1/2×28 per retail listings)
- Capacity: 13+1 (one magazine)
- Frame: Zinc alloy, mint green, light rail
- Slide: Black
- Sights: Windage-adjustable rear
- Safety: Ambidextrous manual safety
- Weight: About 24.6 oz.
Before You Buy
Federal law requires handgun purchases to go through a licensed FFL dealer with a background check, and you must be 21 or older to buy a handgun from a dealer. Use hotter .22 LR loads for best reliability.
Who It Is For
The GSG Firefly HGA Mint Green Threaded is a great fit for new shooters, families and budget-minded plinkers who want an affordable, threaded .22 LR pistol that handles like a full-size service gun.
Buy the GSG Firefly HGA Mint Green Threaded at MAG5 Firearms
MAG5 Firearms is a family-owned FFL in Collegeville, Pennsylvania. Order the GSG Firefly HGA Mint Green Threaded online and ship it to your local FFL dealer, or browse our full selection of firearms for more pistols. For factory details, visit American Tactical (GSG importer).
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