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FAS is a storied Italian match air pistol line, originally founded as Fabbrica Armi Sportive in the 1970s and currently produced by Chiappa Firearms with the FAS 6004 single-stroke pneumatic.
In our words
FAS is the brand for shooters who want Olympic-grade single-stroke pneumatic feel without spending PCP-match money. The 6004 sits in a category with very few competitors — the Beeman P3/HW40 is its closest peer — and Chiappa's stewardship has kept the platform accessible and supported. Listings should clearly identify the Standard vs Match variant and grip size, since those drive resale value.
Support
- First contact
- U.S. dealer first, then Chiappa Firearms USA, then DOMINO/Chiappa Italy.
- Summary
- Contact the U.S. dealer (typically Airguns of Arizona) first, then Chiappa Firearms USA for international warranty matters. DOMINO retains rights inside Italy.
- Warranty
- Warranty exists or is referenced, but terms should be verified by model and purchase channel.
- US availability
- Distributed in the U.S. by Airguns of Arizona; Chiappa's U.S. subsidiary in Dayton, Ohio handles the firearms side and supports the FAS line internationally.
- Owner prep
- Exact model (6004 Standard vs 6004 Match); Grip variant (ambidextrous walnut vs match anatomical) and grip size; Caliber (.177); Serial number if present; Proof of purchase; Trigger adjustment status; Single-stroke pneumatic seal condition; Photos/video of any function issue
Also known as
FASAP804AP6004AP6005DominoFAS 6004FAS AP-6004Domino AP 604Chiappa FAS 6004Chiappa FirearmsFabbrica Armi Sportive
Real-world commentary
FAS is the legend of Italian match shooting — Olympic-grade pedigree dating to the 1970s under founder Massimo Mencarelli. The Chiappa-era 6004 brings that lineage to a more accessible price point while preserving the core single-stroke pneumatic design and competition feel.