AP-84 Duty

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The standard issue pistol of the AAF. Designed in 1980 and entering service in 1984, the AP-84 is a steel frame pistol using a short recoil, tilting barrel action. It features a front blade and rear square notch ironsight for quick target acquisition, which are fitted with tritium for night time shooting. The AP-84 has a thumb safety which can be quickly engaged and disengaged by the shooter, and a crisp trigger pull. It is renowned for its reliability and ease of use, and is in service across all branches of the Astronean Armed Forces. The AP-84 has seen success in both the civilian and military markets, being widely exported worldwide. It is renowned for its reliability, erganomics and low cost.