Arex REX Delta full review: Heavyweight features at a featherweight price

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  • Опубликовано: 10 июл 2024
  • My take on the Arex Rex Delta striker fired pistol. Is this the end-all be-all of striker fired guns?

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  • @jhelmsing
    @jhelmsing  5 лет назад +26

    *UPDATE* So, I was WRONG.... You CAN indeed remove the slide without pressing the trigger. Simply follow the standard takedown method and press it forward with a little force. The slide comes off without pulling the trigger, although it is easier once the trigger is pressed if you use that method 🤙🏼👍🏼

    • @satotadanobu855
      @satotadanobu855 4 года назад

      How many shells were fired from the Rex Delta? I ask because of the marks on the barrel.

    • @jhelmsing
      @jhelmsing  4 года назад +2

      @@satotadanobu855 over 1000. It started marking like that after a few hundred.

    • @kevss1993
      @kevss1993 4 года назад

      I have read that if you don't pull the trigger, and you remove the slide, the striker still falls. So make sure there is not a round in the chamber.

    • @marthafisk4504
      @marthafisk4504 4 года назад

      Those cons are what everyone is trying to avoid.. and their pretty significant ones also.

  • @studiomansion7942
    @studiomansion7942 5 лет назад +19

    This is the best review I've seen on this gun. Arex should invite you to the factory for a tour. Thank you for your services. Keep up the great reviews.

  • @QuailFat
    @QuailFat 4 года назад +18

    Based on your review I purchased the Rex Delta and am very happy with it. I own a G19 gen4, a West German Sig P226, and a Walther P99. The Rex Delta trigger reset is as short as the Walther P99 which puts it in the awesome category, One thing I noticed with the Rex is how incredibly fast the dwell time is with the striker. The slide also seems to cycle very fast and the ejection pattern is consistant.
    The trigger take-up has some grit and can easily be fixed by polishing the sides of the firing pin safety. The grit is the fps plunging into the slide as the trigger bar “shark fin” engages it.
    My specimen’s polymer reliever had some flashing on the front-strap, and there was a little flashing on the trigger. I sanded these along with some of the corners with 1000 grit and made the ergos a little less raspy.
    It’s a great pistol, I noticed a Rockwell cone hardness divot on the inside top of the slide just forward of the ejection port. Arex attention to detail on these slides and barrels are as good as Walther. Like Walther Arex has a stress relief cut on inside top of the barrel lug. The locking block is forged and I didn’t see any cheap-ass MIM parts.

    • @Etruscan70
      @Etruscan70 4 года назад +6

      love mine, and I own 21 striker fire pistols. I bought it because Arex nailed the G19 demensions where no other manufactuer has been able to accomplish this. It's actually smaller than a G19, and I'm not noticing it being any snappier as the reviewer is suggesting. I'm carrying it presently, and it is a quality made pistol.

    • @sgrombus3447
      @sgrombus3447 3 года назад

      @@Etruscan70 what holster are you using?

  • @sethlaw9780
    @sethlaw9780 5 лет назад +2

    Ive been waiting over a month for some content. Glad to finally get some. Keep up the good work. Very much appreciated

  • @MDpolo
    @MDpolo 5 лет назад +3

    Thanks for another most informative review. I own the Rex Zero 1s and love it. Very much looking forward to this hitting the shelves. Cheers!

  • @leereoder
    @leereoder 5 лет назад +1

    Cool review. I realy like the homegrown atmosphere of your channel. Its down to earth. I realy don't care what you do for a living, thats your business. I am just an Iraq Vet gun nut looking for good gun reviews. I looked threw your videos and didn't see any 1911 or revolver reviews. Looking forward to seeing those in the future. Take care.

  • @davidcroteau4876
    @davidcroteau4876 3 года назад

    Good thorough review! I ordered one today, and I can't wait to put some rounds through it.

  • @bertrammorris4076
    @bertrammorris4076 5 лет назад +5

    Once again J nice review in depth as always I wouldn't buy this gun the review was very informative and I've got nothing but mad respect for you as a peace officer you seem like your a down to earth guy!!!

  • @charleslackey6275
    @charleslackey6275 4 года назад +1

    Excellent review!

  • @maxmuller1585
    @maxmuller1585 4 года назад

    Good review. I was on the fence on it and will probably hold on getting it.

  • @mikewilliams719
    @mikewilliams719 4 года назад +1

    Great review! Thanks brother.

  • @KSGunGuy01
    @KSGunGuy01 5 лет назад +13

    Great review brother!

  • @JohnDavis-bq8jb
    @JohnDavis-bq8jb 5 лет назад

    Good review. Straight to the point.

  • @wardroland270
    @wardroland270 3 года назад

    Thanks JH. Great job. Good info.

  • @johnr1066
    @johnr1066 3 года назад

    Great review J. Don’t change for anyone.

  • @cleeckvidz9322
    @cleeckvidz9322 4 года назад

    Very good review. This is exactly what i was looking for. I saw the rex delta at the gun show and i thought it was a good looking gun. So i wanted to know how it perform before getting one. Your thorough review helped me decide on my gun purchase. Thank you..

  • @johnnydanger1305
    @johnnydanger1305 5 лет назад +17

    J Helmsing came on last year as just a down to earth humble guy and that hasn’t changed. Don’t like the police? Then don’t call em when you need em. Keep up the vids my man and thanks for your service.

    • @jhelmsing
      @jhelmsing  5 лет назад

      Thank you! 👊🏻🤙🏼

    • @thisismagacountry1318
      @thisismagacountry1318 4 года назад +1

      My favorite was the Dallas sniper. During the police protest, when the sniper opened fire, every snowflake ran behind the cops for protection. Then they had the unmitigated gall to complain about the cops using a robot to kill him.

    • @Liberty4Ever
      @Liberty4Ever 3 года назад

      I believe there are good police departments and bad police departments. There are at least two problems with your recommendation, "If you don't like the police, don't call them." 1) Someone else calls the police and I can't opt out of their services. 2) Even if I wanted to opt out of police services, like every other aspect of government, I'm forced to pay for police services.

  • @skiflyfightdoc
    @skiflyfightdoc 3 года назад

    Wow!! By the way, "Back The Blue". One of the best reviews I have seen. I now include you as one of my "Go To Guys" (including Tim of Military Arms Channel and Mike of MrGunsnGear) . Completeness, objectivity, knowledge and experience seem to be hallmarks of this video. I hope all your videos follow in its footsteps!!

  • @jimboord927
    @jimboord927 5 лет назад +12

    Good review and thanks for your service. Nothing but respect for peace officers.Keep up the great vids.

  • @jims9249
    @jims9249 5 лет назад +1

    Very nice review.

  • @Grimes247
    @Grimes247 4 года назад +2

    I really like your channel. You do very in-depth reviews. I own rifles and shotguns but have never owned a pistol. I have done a lot of research on compact carry guns and decided to go with the Arex Delta.
    It was between the Delta and Smith and Wesson m&p M2.0. After a lot of reviews it was pretty much unanimous that the Delta can be put through the ringer and come out asking for more. Everyone said it was extremely reliable. Because of that I went with the Delta.
    Did I make a good choice for my first pistol ?

  • @DT7967
    @DT7967 4 года назад

    Very good review. I caught the breakdown error but not a real issue. Really covered the pros and cons. Some of the popular RUclips channel reviewers never saw a firearm they don't just absolutely love, which doesn't really help.

  • @donnieclark3862
    @donnieclark3862 3 года назад

    I like your review ty

  • @USAF-777
    @USAF-777 5 лет назад

    Glad to see you back J ….that was some great shooting, you made that arex look good my friend...lol I,m going to have to get me one it was a sweet shooter, keep those great vid's coming ...God Bless

  • @MrDAN854
    @MrDAN854 5 лет назад

    Good review.

  • @claudioschimidt6659
    @claudioschimidt6659 4 года назад +1

    Thanks for made that reviu! Your final word about pistol Arex is good?

  • @johnportelli3035
    @johnportelli3035 3 года назад

    Very good review thank you, I will be importing this gun to sell from my shop in Malta .

  • @maxhayward2127
    @maxhayward2127 3 года назад

    Thanks for the review, I have two of these also and was curious on how to remove the extractor in order to clean the safety plunger or even if I had to replace the extractor? I can’t figure it out.
    Thanks again!

  • @petespurgeon7217
    @petespurgeon7217 4 года назад

    Great reveiw, great quality, style & delicious price, like itt. P.S.

  • @compasslife6658
    @compasslife6658 3 года назад

    Solid range skills. I'm jealous.

  • @tommcfarland5368
    @tommcfarland5368 3 года назад +1

    I was looking at the arex zero 1, but now (covid times) they are 600 bucks. This is 360 bucks right now. You just sold me.

  • @KeithJamesDesigns
    @KeithJamesDesigns 3 года назад

    Great, extensive review. The only downside of the Delta is that slide won't close on a mag slam. What was the holster/light combination you showed? Looked like it fit the Delta nicely.

  • @tigermantis3
    @tigermantis3 4 года назад

    Nice review on the gun. Can that striker indicator be used with your thumb over it to keep the trigger from getting back far enough to fire the gun? Could you use it the same way as thumb over the hammer on a double single action pistol while holstering it?

  • @chrisgodfrey2846
    @chrisgodfrey2846 3 года назад

    Man if you did a review on the #ArexDeltaGen2 that’d be awesome!
    Your videos have been picking up!!

  • @chollister08
    @chollister08 3 года назад +1

    I was curious if you have had a chance to check out the IWI Masada and if so between that and the Arex Delta which would you prefer ?

  • @Jeff-xn1ew
    @Jeff-xn1ew 5 лет назад +2

    Haven’t seen you in a while. Thanks for the video as always you do great reviews. I don’t hate cops I wouldn’t want there job at all, I think the reason is people think cops should be held to a certain standard being that they are to serve and protect and that’s not the case anymore. 🇺🇸🇺🇸

  • @eduardolimaargimon5499
    @eduardolimaargimon5499 3 года назад

    So, could you check if it fits a holster like the Safariland 6354 and the 6390 ALS holsters? Thinking on buying the Gen 2 and wanted to use these holsters.

  • @chriskelly509
    @chriskelly509 3 года назад

    Are the xd and xdm the same sights? Because everyone says use the xdm sights

  • @exodusconcepts
    @exodusconcepts 5 лет назад +2

    Awesome review of this little pistol. I appreciate the in-depth look! I purchased one last night after watching this review. It looks very good, and like the ideal pistol for appendix carry. The striker indicator with the feedback function is nice, and also the longer initial pull with the sweet follow up reset. I think Arex is calling it the SDA trigger (striker double action) I might have to try this as a carry option in addition to my P-01, I love when companies think things out, and execute well. Also the forward firing pin block is welcomed, it looks like a good offering for sure. Thanks again.

  • @keithkent8126
    @keithkent8126 Год назад

    It would be great to know your opinion on 2nd generation pistol .

  • @lynncurry8525
    @lynncurry8525 5 лет назад +1

    When can we come practice at ypur home range. That was some shooting J. Keep up great work

    • @jhelmsing
      @jhelmsing  5 лет назад

      Let me know and we will make it happen!

  • @jamescarter4175
    @jamescarter4175 4 года назад

    Thanks!

  • @TheMarkTenification
    @TheMarkTenification 3 года назад

    Needed a reliable, everything 9mm for myself and the wife. She's a lefty btw. Really happy with what I've heard about the gun, and, the one box of ammo I've been able to find hahaha
    Can't wait to actually shoot it!

  • @rtz549
    @rtz549 3 года назад

    What do you use on that Glock slide to get it shiny like that?

  • @AlvaroMB
    @AlvaroMB 4 года назад +2

    Good review! I bought and received my new Rex Delta and I agree with you. This is a fantastic pistol!

  • @walterminer4990
    @walterminer4990 5 лет назад +10

    Funny thing I learned decades ago. Some people hate cops? Oddly enough, "They don't call the mail carrier or their pizza delivery person when they need a cop"? Guess its just my personal observation?
    Vest best to ya',,,,!
    Be Safe!

  • @paulvega9893
    @paulvega9893 3 года назад

    Brother in Blue, you should put another thin blue line flag. I am a medically retired police officer . I was on the job for 26 years. I will support you. For the na sayers criticizing you for your flag; have comfort that when those critiques are peeing their pants in fear, they will be calling for a fellow brother or sister to rescue them.
    I think your show is informative and entertaining. I have subscribed to your channel and like what I see.
    God Bless and stay safe.

  • @gwlester
    @gwlester 3 года назад

    How can you decock the Arex Delta with a round in the chamber?

  • @jeffandstuff821
    @jeffandstuff821 3 года назад

    Who is making IWB holsters for Arex Delta's?

  • @horrorclose9462
    @horrorclose9462 4 года назад +1

    Suarez makes blacked-out and tritium sight sets now btw.

  • @chrisrowe5346
    @chrisrowe5346 3 года назад

    Any update on sights?

  • @mikem.3412
    @mikem.3412 5 лет назад +3

    Great in-depth review, J. I think that you being a police officer adds even more credibility to your already insightful reviews.

  • @LdidThaT
    @LdidThaT 4 года назад

    I have the same problem with those take down levers very shapre, I don't know how to fix it without messing up the gun

  • @normansmith7806
    @normansmith7806 5 лет назад +1

    Good review !! Screw the haters :)

  • @matejmatej3554
    @matejmatej3554 3 года назад +1

    My respect for you being a police officer. Greetings from sLOVEnia east europe

  • @gregoryrodriguez5417
    @gregoryrodriguez5417 4 года назад

    What holster company are there for the rex delta?

    • @jhelmsing
      @jhelmsing  4 года назад +1

      Alex and Ryan design are what I used

  • @paulh6101
    @paulh6101 3 года назад

    Hows this gun holding up

  • @Liberty4Ever
    @Liberty4Ever 3 года назад

    You shoot well and know a lot about guns... for a cop. 🤣
    17:02 - There is no need to pull the trigger to disassemble the Arex Delta.
    I bought an Arex Delta two days ago... like I need another 9mm handgun! It's very nice. I consider it to be an improved Glock 19 for $140 less.

  • @victormudrack3406
    @victormudrack3406 4 года назад

    Overall BRother, a darn fine review. One GLARING OMISSION is that you didn't mention that you CAN....gasp!....get it with a manual-safety in 1911-style operation. There is a POSSIBLE CONCERN w/the MAGAZINE/s that I hope the owners who've commented will check and report back on. My dealer said he'd had his loaded with the plus-two on his desk. He bumped the pistol onto the floor, and the floorplate popped off and spewed rounds everywhere. (No need to comment on the desk-bump

    • @victormudrack3406
      @victormudrack3406 4 года назад

      safety scenario). Thanks!

    • @victormudrack3406
      @victormudrack3406 4 года назад

      Arrrgh! Keep bumping it to posting before completion of the though. What if your pistol suffers a drop during a fight? Can you owner's check this and post back here?

  • @ryanh.8401
    @ryanh.8401 5 лет назад

    Did you try XDM sights? That is what they said should work.

    • @ryanh.8401
      @ryanh.8401 5 лет назад

      Also, in the manual it states not to pull the trigger to take it apart. A very nice feature.

    • @jhelmsing
      @jhelmsing  5 лет назад

      Yes, XD-M sights are too loose.

    • @jhelmsing
      @jhelmsing  5 лет назад

      What procedure does it outline for removing the slide without pulling the trigger? I was unable to get it accomplished on mine without pulling the trigger and releasing the sear.

    • @ryanh.8401
      @ryanh.8401 5 лет назад

      @@jhelmsing Pull slide slightly back (you'll feel when pressure is released), push down take down tabs and release slide. Then you push slide forward until it clicks and then lift off frame.

    • @jhelmsing
      @jhelmsing  5 лет назад +2

      Correct you are!! You can remove the slide without pressing the trigger!

  • @stephenehmann9050
    @stephenehmann9050 3 года назад

    God Bless the men and women in blue. Thanks for the video.

  • @radiofreejacksoncounty9317
    @radiofreejacksoncounty9317 5 лет назад +3

    I’m still eagerly awaiting a 1911 review. #2worldwars.

    • @jhelmsing
      @jhelmsing  5 лет назад +3

      Waiting for WW3 to post a review.

  • @jessitaylor4170
    @jessitaylor4170 5 лет назад +1

    Oh how's the Beretta PX4 Storm Compact carry model, are you going to do a update video on it. Also to hell with the haters, they're probably all criminals.

    • @jhelmsing
      @jhelmsing  5 лет назад +2

      I'll probably do a take 2 on that gun. I carry it quite a bit 👍🏼🤙🏼

    • @jessitaylor4170
      @jessitaylor4170 5 лет назад

      @@jhelmsing That's awesome, I carry it all the time and I love your video reviews on it. I can't wait to see a take 2 on it.

  • @spadetrump
    @spadetrump 2 года назад

    you should try their sig 226 clone. I ended up buying 2. lol.

  • @ibleedpurple52
    @ibleedpurple52 5 лет назад

    You still my man J even if you are a police officer lol jk still my favorite gun reviewer & I never spoke about the old flag & I still wont mighty commendable of you to switch it up regardless of the hate respect, that baretta is 1 mighty sweet pistol i cant wait to get my hands on1

    • @sharper9009
      @sharper9009 5 лет назад

      Jay Mar Umm the gun he was reviewing isn’t a Beretta...

  • @DanTheWolfman
    @DanTheWolfman 3 года назад

    Most Efficient Best CCW Pistol for most! Here is a Delta Unboxing, holsters,night sights that fit it and important reholstering feature ruclips.net/video/61uerxcj0_k/видео.html Full Review w/ 50 rd Advanced CCW/LE style test coming

  • @ryrydadeala
    @ryrydadeala 5 лет назад +4

    Oh yea 40 min LEGGO!!

    • @jhelmsing
      @jhelmsing  5 лет назад

      😂😂😂

    • @ryrydadeala
      @ryrydadeala 5 лет назад +1

      J Helmsing Don’t leave us for that long next time man we get worried 😂

    • @jhelmsing
      @jhelmsing  5 лет назад

      @@ryrydadeala hahahaha 👍🏼

  • @marthafisk4504
    @marthafisk4504 4 года назад

    All those cons are what everyone is trying to avoid, and they're pretty significant ones too.

  • @labinotberisha310
    @labinotberisha310 4 года назад

    I love cops thnx god we have you guys fore

  • @rugrt1
    @rugrt1 3 года назад

    BACK THE BLUE !!

  • @lanceblinent7909
    @lanceblinent7909 4 года назад

    I just bought one about two months ago. Love the size hate the trigger. I knew the trigger was going to be heavier when I bought it. In my own opinion some of the handguns on the market have triggers that are too light for me to carry. However on the rex delta the trigger is abrupt and hard. They need to smoothen it out. Because of the trigger issue I can't recommend it.

  • @stephanieroberts1394
    @stephanieroberts1394 3 года назад

    Your mug is definitely not ugly.

  • @pitchapitcho568
    @pitchapitcho568 3 года назад

    REX DELTA GOOD GUN ..👍💀💀💀💀

  • @danielmills9207
    @danielmills9207 5 лет назад +2

    Like your vids. Interesting that you take a stronger stance on being law enforcement than on being an American with your background choices. Those kinds of choices lead me to think you would be fine taking guns from the homes of law abiding citizens in the name of "enforcement " to serve your political masters. I pray I am wrong.

    • @jhelmsing
      @jhelmsing  5 лет назад +3

      You'd be wrong if that is your assumption. I don't have "political masters" as odd as it seems I am just in the line of work because I like helping others and serving my community. My role as a LEO has provided me some unique opportunities and a unique perspective as an end user of guns and not a collector or plinker. I'm also a Soldier, competitive shooter, instructor, former teacher, son, father, American, etc.

    • @jhelmsing
      @jhelmsing  5 лет назад +3

      I just realized you were talking mostly about my flag rant. what I've noticed is social media in general is that it only allows a small view of a person. The rest of that is filled in with our assumptions, presumptions, and general knowledge and experience about the person. I'm not some lockstep cop, I don't have a punisher thin Blue line mug that I sip coffee out of, and I sure don't run around taking everyone's guns to appease the powers that be. Not all of us out here are mindless drones. instagram.com/p/BxFcufYnSiW/?igshid=5grh8xilmhm6

    • @danielmills9207
      @danielmills9207 5 лет назад +2

      J Helmsing
      Glad to hear all of that. Keep up the great vids and be safe catching the bad guys. Thanks for taking a second glance at my post and replying again.

  • @rhylin26
    @rhylin26 3 года назад

    I think you just sold me a gun lol

  • @johndeere1951a
    @johndeere1951a Месяц назад

    If viewers comment on your flags, delete them. Simple. Its your business. Your pride. Don't acknowledge idiots..its now May 2024 and your fans hope you find the time to film some more. Your sober, mature presentations are quality, instructive, and relaxing in a crazy video luney tunes world.
    Be safe and come back
    👮‍♂️🚨🗽✌️

  • @anthonycaldi7056
    @anthonycaldi7056 5 лет назад +3

    Why would you ever take that Thin Blue Line American Flag Down? J, who could be offended by that?? Not sure I get the whole issue as to why you took it down....but Please Get It Back Where It Belongs!

    • @jhelmsing
      @jhelmsing  5 лет назад +2

      I've still got it. I had at least 6 people who totally blew their lid over that flag, and I mean got downright nasty about it. One told me to off myself 😂. It's not worth the hassle of having it in the frame. Not that I particularly care about subscriber count or anything like that but I'm just at a point where I'm beyond the drama and stupidity.

    • @anthonycaldi7056
      @anthonycaldi7056 5 лет назад +1

      J Helmsing J. Love the channel I really do. I’ve commented on a number of your videos. You seem like a really solid American. You don’t know me from a can of paint...but I can Guarantee you, you will be offending Far More people by taking it down! Who does that? Your a Veteran and a Police Officer! Do not Capitulate to online trolls. That is exactly what they want. That’s how they win. They, the trolls. got you to remove something that meant something to you, and for what? Because they were offended? Let them retreat to their “happy place”. I would replace that Thin Blue Line American Flag with another one 4 times that size and would make it my Back Drop! Not Joking. I’m sure your a Great American! Get that Flag back up with the respect it deserves! Far too many people have given their life for what that flag represents. Trust Me On This One!

    • @jhelmsing
      @jhelmsing  5 лет назад

      Thank you Sir! 🇺🇸👍🏼 The new thin blue line flag is actually larger (hard to see in the camera angle of this video), it's just not in the American flag style which is what seemed to ignite the mouth foamers.

    • @anthonycaldi7056
      @anthonycaldi7056 5 лет назад +1

      J Helmsing J. Understood...but it is not the same Thin Blue Line AMERICAN Flag!

    • @Snipergrey
      @Snipergrey 5 лет назад +1

      Agree with Anthony J. Love your channel and was very disappointed that you seemed to capitulate to the snowflakes. Our country is not perfect by any means but too much sacrifice has been made for that flag to be so easily set aside.

  • @rssdefensecorp8756
    @rssdefensecorp8756 4 года назад

    I stick the VP9

  • @jamescrandall6380
    @jamescrandall6380 5 лет назад +3

    WHO CARES IF SOMEONE GETS BUTT HURT ABOUT YOUR AMERICAN FLAG YOU SHOULD'NT HAVE TAKEN IT DOWN SCREW WHAT THEY THINK!

    • @jhelmsing
      @jhelmsing  5 лет назад

      I hear you, just tired of getting death threats / hate filled remarks on my channel from idiots so I moved it out of the frame.

  • @michaelanthonyanderson4404
    @michaelanthonyanderson4404 4 года назад +2

    Anyone who doesn't like the American flag and lives here in this great country can go ahead and leave. I will gladly help you pack your bags

  • @tomhohum4275
    @tomhohum4275 4 года назад

    🤣 “shade tree gunsmith” 🤣

  • @commonsense5558
    @commonsense5558 2 года назад

    Cops deserve allot. No doubt. But you do not deserve your own flag. Sorry brother. Great review tho. Great channel.

  • @carl-ok9gn
    @carl-ok9gn 4 года назад +2

    The American flag should not be modified.

  • @thomasjohnson6808
    @thomasjohnson6808 4 года назад

    "I shoot this gun really well." Hint: to get to the target audience you MUST use third grade English.

    • @tacuazinful
      @tacuazinful 3 года назад

      Not a native english speaker, but can you elaborate.. What did you mean?

  • @Oldspartan65
    @Oldspartan65 Год назад

    You forgot to dip it in mud and drive over it with a truck

  • @brenna1968
    @brenna1968 3 года назад

    Talk too much

  • @Recoveringred
    @Recoveringred 5 лет назад +2

    Just picked up an HK USP 9mm in town a couple weeks ago. You can borrow it if you want to do a review on it. I only have 150 rds through it so its practically brand new.

  • @SOULFLYSI
    @SOULFLYSI 5 лет назад +1

    Very nice review.