August 2002 News

Last updated: October 1, 2002 9:50 PM (GMT)
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Thursday, August 29, 2002 7:55 PM

Next Event at Sopley: I've just received an email from 'Raqman' about Sopley (my favourite local CQB skirmish site) and their future weekend events:

"...Hi The games of the 8th and 29th of September will be done only if there are more than 20 players, so if you want to come on either of the games, call to book otherwise in this occasion, they will be cancelled...."

September issue of FPS shipped: The next issue of the (only) US Airsoft magazine FPS has now been shipped, and I just received this from Mike Pentrack (publisher FPS Magazine):

"...Well the first real print issue (September #2) has shipped to the hundreds of subscribers and single copy buyers. Keep an eye out for it in your mailbox shortly.

We have started placing material in the December issue including the new format and the final look of FPS magazine. With many suggestions from our supporters, our constant revamping and trial and error, we think we have it solved. The September issue is a taste of what is to come.

Also, look for FPS magazine to be holding raffles and promotions at large events around the country in the following months, as our PR tour gets underway. If anyone would care to contact us for support or prize sponsorship, please contact sponsor@fpszine.com.

We are starting the launch of the September issue at an event here in Pennsylvania called Division. Then I personally will have a brief visit to Operation: Island Storm II "The Test" in North Carolina, just to say hello. We will then proceed to California to Operation Lockdown and finish the year by traveling to the Southwest to Texas at Operation Reindeer Games. If you are around or close to one of the above events, stop by say "Hello" pick up a copy, sign up for a subscription or tell us a suggestion.

If you noticed our pop-up when you first get to our site, we are giving away a Tokyo Marui M3 Super 90 shotgun. We will randomly choose a winner from all of the people who sign up for a subscription until February 1st. We will announce the winner in the March issue of FPS.

Finally, I want to thank everyone that has busted butt, met the deadlines, advertised in the magazine, and supported our project to make this magazine a success. If it were not for all of you, this would not be possible..."

CombatClub updates: CombatClub (http://www.combatclub.net) have sent in some more updates, this time they relate to special offers that they have on Classic Army AEGs. The exact details are below, or you can download them in MS Word format:

M16A3 + 8.4v 1900 ma Battery + Charger (by Super) + Toy-Jet 0.2g 4000 rounds BB USD$ 285.00
M4A1 + 8.4v 600 ma Battery + Charger (by Super) + Toy-Jet 0.2g 4000 rounds BB USD$ 275.00
M4T Tactical + 8.4v 1900 ma Battery + Charger (by Super) + Toy-Jet 0.2g 4000 rounds BB USD$ 270.00
MP5 A2 + 8.4v 1900 ma Battery + Charger (by Super) + Toy-Jet 0.2g 4000 rounds USD$ 305.00
MP5 A3 + 8.4v 600 ma Battery + Charger (by Super) + Toy-Jet 0.2g 4000 rounds BB USD$ 320.00
MP5 SD2 + 8.4v 1900 ma Battery + Charger (by Super) + Toy-Jet 0.2g 4000 rounds BB USD$ 290.00
MP5 SD3 + 8.4v 600 ma Battery + Charger (by Super) + Toy-Jet 0.2g 4000 rounds BB USD$ 305.00
Click here to visit the WGC shopWGC Shop updates: There have been some stock updates at WGC (Wargamer's Shop) recently. Of interest here is the TGS SR25 set, Guarder patches and the 8mm revolvers from Marushin (I love em). Anyway, here's the complete list:

Marui M4 RIS In Stock Again
Marushin Colt Anaconda Maxi 4 Inch Silver ( 8mm Version )
Marushin Colt Anaconda Maxi 6 Inch Silver ( 8mm Version )
Marushin Colt Anaconda Maxi 8 Inch Silver ( 8mm Version )
Metal Frame for KSC CZ75 2nd Ver
Metal Slide for KSC CZ75 2nd Ver
Metal Slide & Outer Barrel for KSC G26C
Guarder Unit Patch
GB-Tech Flash QD Flip Up Sight
Guarder M249 Minimi Box Magazine ( Box Only )
G&G SR15 Flip-Up Front Sight
Square Shape Point Sight
TGS SR25 RAS Complete Set

Wednesday, August 28, 2002 9:52 PM

TM G36C Prototype images: Some images have finally leaked out of TM's offices, from two separate sources, one set from a colleague, and another from TH. Many thanks go out to Ben for emailing in some of the latest photos (scanned from this month's Combat magazine) - click on any image for a larger version.

According to the news on TokyoHobby's page, TM are likely to release the G36c near the end of the year. Separate sources with experience in such things predict that an early 2003 release is more likely though, with the inevitable delays a release such as this will ensue.

So what can we tell from the photos? Well TM don't often let photos like this out, but you can't tell much from the photo - it's all plastic (you can't decipher what may or may not be metal in the release version), as it's only a prototype. It looks likely that we will see a plastic stock though, so here's hoping that it's better than the one they made for the SIG550. As is usual the build quality looks very good, so is sure to please - whenever it's eventually released (again, take note that there's no official word from TM themselves yet).

Metal parts include the flashhider, bolt, (lower) mount rail, safety and sights. Do note that the carry handle/ris-rail isn't metal, but if you look closely to the photo of the stripped G36c you can see that the inner barrel assembly is metal, basically meaning that the guts of the G36 are bolted to a very stirdy metal frame. Other interesting points of note (again from the bottom right photo) is that the TM version is strippable just like the real steel (compare it to the photos on HKPro). Do remember folks this is all based on photos of the development version, so there may be some changes before the final release.

Anyway, here's some more info quoted direct from TokyoHobby:


Here is takedown image of Tokyo Marui G36C. Courtesy of Mr. Tomo Hasegawa and COMBAT magazine.
"Recently I got call from high ranking guy from Tokyo Marui. I haven't never got phone call from high ranking guys at Tokyo Marui so I was surprised and was asking myself why is he calling me? Have I accidentally done something bad to Tokyo Marui? Or does he perhaps have some secret for me? (ed. :=) I took his invitation to visit Tokyo Marui.

In the Tokyo Marui meeting room I saw him for the first time and when I saw what he was holding, I screamed! (ed. :=D) It's was the G36 Compact, that Tokyo Marui is developing!!

I had first heard about it at Shizuoka Hobby Show(ed. held on May, ´02), but I did not expect the product was developing like this. Folding stock, mount base and see-through magazine are made from same material as real G36C. Flashhider, bolt, mount rail, safety and sights are made from metal and now ready.

So far the Tokyo Marui G36C weights 2,850g, which is same as the real gun without ammunition. The TM G36C is well balanced with stock folded. When I took aim with this gun I was amazed by the size of it.

You can read the rest of the story at COMBAT magazine and see additional images. Article is written by Mr. Tomo Hasegawa. You can purchase COMBAT magazine at our website. Please see PRODUCTS and general accessories.

We will have additional details by the time Tokyo Marui officially publishes the G36C at Tokyo Plastic Model and RC-model show on mid-October. Interestingly it is stated that G36C is going to be published at the end of this year, while recently it was told us by one of the designers that the release might happen early ´03. Perhaps this has been safeguarding against too early release expectations as some feel it might be too early to release at the end of the year. We just have wait and wish for the best!..."

September 2002 issue of Gun Mart out: The September 2002 edition of Gun Mart is now available (written and collated by Roger Stenning of PracticalAirsoft fame) on your local news stands. The retailer WHSmith's is your best bet at finding it in my experiance.

Here's the goodies you can find in the latest issue:

- "The Battle of Halkyn Forest (Part One)", by Roger himself
- Kit review - South African M-83 Assault Vest in British DPM, by Roger himself (again!)
- Airsoft news - As usual, courtesy of Arnie's Airsoft
- Masses of advertisements for Airsoft suppliers, militaria, clothing, etcetera!

If you can't find a copy, you can always contact the folks on this number (014-5462-0070) who deal with subscriptions for Gun Mart. UK subscriptions cost 24UKP (yup that's 2UKP an issue).

CEO of BlackHawk interviewed: Roger Stenning author of PracticalAirsoft has interviewed the President/CEO of BlackHawk Industries. DO check the full article (under 'reviews') at PracticalAirsoft:

"...BlackHawk is one of the premier makers of after-market combat equipment, ranging from assault vests, through to webbing harnesses and pouches, and so on. British equivalents would be Arktis Ltd, and Special Air Sea Services.

BlackHawk has, however, made their name by not only specialising in the US market particularly, but in managing to keep up quality, as well as mass-producing as much as they have; their ranges are bought by both military and police units, and have helped equip television shows and movies. They're also a customer-driven company, and when a customer comes to them with a requirement for large-scale orders, they go to great lengths to fulfil those requirements..."
Tuesday, August 27, 2002 11:32 PM

i-ara hits the streets: The International Airsoft Retailer Association (i-ara) is a new 'bag' that I hadn't spotted before (just saw it on WGC today). So what's the deal? Well if you are a fraudster, or a credit card thief beware, as these guys are out to specifically target you.

"...The I-ARA dedicates itself to protect the welfare of the airsoft retailing industry by offering a number of benefits to its members:

  • The sharing of internet fraud information by establishing "blacklist" of customers committing fraud in order to prevent further and repeated violations
  • The sharing of new airsoft products information
  • Facilitating the formation of partnership between members ..."
All in all it's a jolly decent idea and one that all the well known retailers are now members of (check their members list)

MM165BB webpage: I told you about them upon their conception, drooled over their development, and pondered whilst they came out at our local retailer, yes folks it's the Moscart BB Shower Grenade. Gregor Gruber loved them so much too that he's written a complete website for them.

Ladies and gentlemen, class of '99 if I can tell you one thing - wear sunscreen.. erm no that's not it. Ah yes, don't unscrew them! (yup a million small parts and springs will disappear into the further recesses of your kitchen if you do so ^_^).

But seriously for a second, it's a great website, and one that is built from an obvious passion for the product which is always nice. Hey what more can you ask, than a video of the little gem being fired? ^_^

SWAT bag review update: Comega has emailed in an update for his SWAT bag review. Basically with the apparent shortage of them at Wolf, he's found a suitable alternative for anyone looking for that perfect kit bag. Funnily enough it's made by those wonderful lads at Guarder. Check the updated review for the new additions.

Western Arms updates: WA have been busy slinging bits together from their big box of parts over at their Japan factory again. This time they have three spanky new pistols, for once they ain 't all black, and they aren't 1911 clones - they're my favourite pistols... Berettas!

In a prelude to the forthcoming WA M93r (I've got my name on one already) they are releasing the M8045F, which is basically a full-auto Cougar with a muzzle block. One point of note with this pistol is that even though it's full auto, it has no hopup fitted to it - strange but true. The full-auto capability can be obtained by flicking the custom safety switch on the side of the slide. RRP is set to 23500Yen, which is about £130 to us.

Next up on the list are the two Beretta M92FS Perfect Version (PV). These are releases to celebrate their 5th anniversary of their partnership with Beretta (correct me if I'm wrong here). The chrome version costs 22,00Yen, and the block version is 23,000 yen. This is rather strange as I'd expect the chrome one to be more expensive.. oh well.

WA labour how much they have put into these 'new' designs. Each part has been carefully worked on so that "the buff finish was administered to also each metal part and the color tone was gathered" - erm in English I think means that they have polished and prepared each part to make it ultra realistic. Both M92's come with variable hopup and the usual R-Type valve setup.

Curiously WA have listed the release date as the 14th of September which is when Marui are releasing their own chrome/INOX Beretta copy.
Saturday, August 24, 2002 4:26 PM

MadAboutAirsoft competition: MadAboutAirsoft have dropped us an email about their latest news and updates. In the latest updates are the MP5 RAS (got one here, and I love it ^_^), and the much acclaimed WA SV Infinity 5". They also have HFC134a in for £10 a can, which ain't bad at all (Do remember that with this summer heat, HFC22 may well be too powerful for your replicas).

"...We are selling the MP5 RAS, with Sanyo 8.4v battery, 2x200rd hi-cap magazines and the two batteries for the scope for £345.00 (inc. next-day delivery).

Also we now have HFC-134a gas back in stock which is priced at a very reasonable £10.00 a can...

We are stocking more Western Arms pistols, including the lovely WA SV Infinity 5" plus additional magazine for £225.00 (inc. next-day delivery)..."

Next Event at Sopley: I've just received a reminder via email about Sopley this Sunday (my favourite local CQB skirmish site):

"...Just to remind all that we have a game this Sunday 25th August. Please let Jay know if you are coming or not? Tel. 01425 674525. See you there :-) Raqman..."

Not really Airsoft related: It's not Airsoft related, and it truly saddens me when I have to place information like this on here, but I have a personal interest in this as some good friends of mine were burgled by these two individuals. These two (shown right) are now wanted by the Police in connection with a series of very serious crimes in the UK.

If you can can provide any information as to their whereabouts please contact the phone number listed. DO NOT approach them, they are considered armed and very dangerous. Here's the official Police blurb:

"...These two men are wanted by Stroud CID in connection with a series of extremely nasty aggrevated domestic burglaries committed up and down the country over the last seven months in which women have been seriously assaulted. In each case jewelery, cash, credit cards and cars have been stolen.

Both men are considered armed and extremely dangerous. If you see either of them please do not confront them but instead contact Stroud CID immediately on 01452 335612...."

Click here to visit UN CompanyUN Company updates: UN Company have updated their stock lists with a few new items. These include:

-KSC G26C (Taiwan Version)
-Top M249 FN Minimi MKII Model
-Wa Pro Killer 14-45 Limited
-Wa Pro Killer 14-45 Combat
-Sun Project M203 Grenade Launcher (For Rail)
-GB Tech Folding Frong Sight for RAS

AirsoftClub updates: AirsoftClub have two interesting pieces of kit available now. One is a custom M82a1 sniper rifle in a previously unseen AEG format, custom built to order (not cheap, but it is hand made for you).

The other is the infamous ZM Weapons' LR-300, a truly pokey piece of kit, and a welcome change from the ever so common M4. Again the LR-300 is a groovey custom design, and sure to attract interest. They also have an exclusive interview with 2hit6, HK's premier CQB team.
Tuesday, August 20, 2002 11:27 PM

'gunkulture' opening: ScorpioVI (aka Alan) has let me know about his team's new Airsoft shop in Northern California by the name of 'gunkulture'. The new shop is located at 1587 El Camino Real, Millbrae, CA 94030. The grand opening will take place on Saturday, August 24, between 10AM and 9PM. Here's the blurb from the man himself:

"...Join us Saturday, August 24 for gunkulture's grand opening. gunkulture is a unique custom airsoft shop. A custom Airsoft shop like no other. A shop with the capabilities of making airsoft players' dreams become reality (full machining capabilities in house).

A shop owned and run by a couple of Airsoft fanatics (Joe Lin -aka jetlegend & Elias Fedorowski) who are totally dedicated to airsoft and growing airsoft in the United States.

A shop dedicated to supporting hardcore airsoft players like you..."

CQB Event: Steve at MasterChief's have dropped me a line about a CQB event on the 31st of August.

"ATTENTION - CQB EVENT! There will be a CQB airsoft event in North Wales on the 31st of August -1st of September.

It will be free on the Saturday with free barbecue, and on the Sunday there will be a £15 walk on fee, and on site barbecue at £5 a head. Tent space will be available both Friday and Saturday at £5 per space.

For more details, map of site etc phone or email Richard Wynne on 07729 115611 romeowhiskeyone@hotmail.com"

CombatClub updates: CombatClub (http://www.combatclub.net) have sent in some more updates, this time they relate to special offers that they have on TM pistols. The exact details are below, or you can download them in MS Word format:

M92F Military Model Pistol + Toy-Jet 0.2g 4000 rounds BB + 134a Gas USD$ 120.00
Tactical Master Pistol + Toy-Jet 0.2g 4000 rounds BB + 134a Gas USD$ 130.00
Glock 26 Pistol + Toy-Jet 0.2g 4000 rounds BB + 134a Gas USD$ 130.00
M92FS Chrome Stainless Pistol + Toy-Jet 0.2g 4000 rounds BB + 134a Gas USD$ 135.00
Biohazard III 92F Pistol (1st Edition)+ Toy-Jet 0.2g 4000 rounds BB + 134a Gas USD$ 190.00
Samurai Edge Standard Mod. Pistol + Toy-Jet 0.2g 4000 rounds BB + 134a Gas USD$ 130.00
S&W M19 Combat Magnum 4 Inch + Toy-Jet 0.2g 4000 rounds BB + 134a Gas USD$ 120.00
S&W M19 Combat Magnum 6 Inch + Toy-Jet 0.2g 4000 rounds BB + 134a Gas USD$ 120.00
PYTHON 357 6 inch + Toy-Jet 0.2g 4000 rounds BB + 134a Gas USD$ 115.00
PYTHON 357 4 inch + Toy-Jet 0.2g 4000 rounds BB + 134a Gas USD$ 115.00
PYTHON 357 2.5 inch + Toy-Jet 0.2g 4000 rounds BB + 134a Gas USD$ 115.00

They also have the PWD M99-1 kit for the APS for sale. Pricing is set to 680USD.

Flecktarn.co.uk updates: Jo over at Flecktarn.co.uk has been kind enough to send in their latest updates.

"...Our latest website update is now out, with new products and new website features. In addition to a wider and clearer view of the camo patterns on offer in our product selection page (accessible by clicking on 'shop'), we've added subcategories to make navigation quicker between different product types. You can still browse all products within a camo type by scrolling down.

We're proud to be able to add KHS and TT tactical products to our Flecktarn/German product line. KHS and TT are widely acknowledged in Germany to be the two top makers of duty-compatible tactical equipment for use by professional German forces and active reservists. Our tactical product line now includes:

TT Chest Rig (fully featured with additional spaces for regular webbing items) - £75
TT Hydration Pack (designed for back-mounted hydration units and more) - £45
TT Tactical Leg Magazine Pocket (holds 3 G3/M16 sized mags securely) - £17.50
KHS Intervention Leg Holster (for medium to large framed automatic pistols) - £49.50
KHS Combination Leg Holster (for medium framed automatic pistols and 3 mags!) - £55
KHS Tactical Leg Holster (possibly the best leg holster around for medium framed automatics) - £65

Due to the popularity of 24 hour games, night games and camping-over games, we have introduced a 'bivouac' section for flecktarn. Included are:

Flecktarn two-man tent (complete) - £15
German Army four piece utensil set - £3.50
German Army three piece canteen - £3.50

Our newest additions to the webpage include:

German Army G36 bayonet (complete) - £29.50
British DPM helmet covers (desert or temperate) - £3.50
British DPM flak vests (with the Kevlar) - £49.50
British DPM daypacks (Bergen side pockets) - £12.50 per pair
British DPM small Bergen (complete) - £45.50

Check out our product description pages for further details and photographs!..."
Monday, August 19, 2002 11:26 PM

Spam #2: I haven't had much time tonight, but being a Monday I thought everyone could do with cheering up. So what better than a dose of my spam collection? Read the two latest installments in the series of "junk mail that makes you go.. hmmm". Here's a brief piece of the lunacy (read on for more):

"...As America's brave men and women continue the assault on terrorism abroad, Sen. Tom Daschle and his accomplices in Washington, D.C., have launched their own assault attempting to twist reality to gain an advantage in the coming political season. These self-absorbed liberals are trying to operate under the radar in an effort to secure a stronghold in the capital and in the hearts of American culture, demonstrating their interest in power, rather than in the Truth..." eh?
Saturday, August 17, 2002 8:17 AM

PWD new items: PWD (Professional Weapons Development) have a few tricks up on their news page. So what have we got, first in is the B.I.T.S. tracer system. The idea is simple, they have an inner barrel with a transparent section, which has the standard tracer lamp unit mounted around it. The result is that you can fit this new inner barrel tracer unit inside the foregrip for a TM SR16 or M16. RRP for the SR15/VN/M16 kit is 12,000 Yen. The unit is driven from the AEG's own battery, and although requiring only 6v, will work on up to a 9.6v battery.

Upon poking around their website a bit further, I found the APS-2 8mm conversion kit. The kit comprises of a replacement barrel, variable hopup unit, mag, and cylinder head.

They list on the website that minor modification is needed to the outer barrel to enable you to adjust the hopup for the new 8mm hopup unit. Also of note is that the mag takes 9 8mm shots. No RRP is given, but a price of around 10,000-20,000 Yen seems likely.

Thanks go out to Jack for emailing in the updated link.

CombatClub updates: CombatClub (http://www.combatclub.net) have some special offers on at the moment. There's a lot of them, so please forgive the small text below:

MP5 A4 + 8.4v 1900 ma Battery + Charger (by Super) + Toy-Jet 0.2g 4000 rounds BB USD$ 200.00
MP5 A5 + 8.4v 600 ma Battery + Charger (by Super) + Toy-Jet 0.2g 4000 rounds BB USD$ 200.00
MP5 K + 8.4v 600 ma Battery + Charger (by Super) + Toy-Jet 0.2g 4000 rounds BB USD$ 190.00
MP5 RAS + 8.4v 600 ma Battery + Charger (by Super) + Toy-Jet 0.2g 4000 rounds BB (Red-dot Scope and Mount Base are included) USD$ 275.00
MP5 SD5 + 8.4v 1900 ma Battery + Charger (by Super) + Toy-Jet 0.2g 4000 rounds BB USD$ 210.00
MP5 SD6 + 8.4v 600 ma Battery + Charger (by Super) + Toy-Jet 0.2g 4000 rounds BB USD$ 210.00
MP5 K PDW + 8.4v 600 ma Battery + Charger (by Super) + Toy-Jet 0.2g 4000 rounds BB USD$ 205.00
P90 AEG + 8.4v 600 ma Battery + Charger (by Super) + Toy-Jet 0.2g 4000 rounds BB USD$ 230.00
P90 TR AEG + 8.4v 600 ma Battery + Charger (by Super) + Toy-Jet 0.2g 4000 rounds BB USD$ 240.00
M1A1 Thompson AEG + 8.4v 1900 ma Battery + Charger (by Super) + Toy-Jet 0.2g 4000 rounds BB USD$ 260.00
AK-47 AEG + 8.4v 1900 ma Battery + Charger (by Super) + Toy-Jet 0.2g 4000 rounds BB USD$ 240.00
AK-47S AEG + 8.4v 600 ma Battery + Charger (by Super) + Toy-Jet 0.2g 4000 rounds BB USD$ 240.00
AK Beita Spetsnaz AEG + 8.4v 1900 ma Battery + Charger (by Super) + Toy-Jet 0.2g 4000 rounds BB USD$ 230.00
Knight’s SR-16 AEG + 8.4v 1900 ma Battery + Charger (by Super) + Toy-Jet 0.2g 4000 rounds BB USD$ 285.00
M4A1 RIS AEG + 8.4v 600 ma Battery + Charger (by Super) + Toy-Jet 0.2g 4000 rounds BB (Scope and Mount are not included) USD$ 285.00
M4A1 AEG + 8.4v 600 ma Battery + Charger (by Super) + Toy-Jet 0.2g 4000 rounds BB USD$ 250.00
M16 A2 AEG + 8.4v 1900 ma Battery + Charger (by Super) + Toy-Jet 0.2g 4000 rounds BB USD$ 230.00
M16 A1 AEG + 8.4v 1900 ma Battery + Charger (by Super) + Toy-Jet 0.2g 4000 rounds BB USD$ 218.00
M16 A1VN AEG + 8.4v 1900 ma Battery + Charger (by Super) + Toy-Jet 0.2g 4000 rounds BB USD$ 230.00
XM177E2 AEG + 8.4v 600 ma Battery + Charger (by Super) + Toy-Jet 0.2g 4000 rounds BB USD$ 210.00
CAR 15 AEG + 8.4v 600 ma Battery + Charger (by Super) + Toy-Jet 0.2g 4000 rounds BB USD$ 230.00
Steyr AUG Military AEG + 8.4v 600 ma Battery + Charger (by Super) + Toy-Jet 0.2g 4000 rounds BB USD$ 270.00
Steyr AUG AEG + 8.4v 600 ma Battery + Charger (by Super) + Toy-Jet 0.2g 4000 rounds BB (Scope is not included) USD$ 230.00
SIG 550 AEG + 8.4v 600 ma Battery + Charger (by Super) + Toy-Jet 0.2g 4000 rounds BB USD$ 260.00
SIG 551 AEG + 8.4v 600 ma Battery + Charger (by Super) + Toy-Jet 0.2g 4000 rounds BB USD$ 245.00
G3 A3 AEG + 8.4v 1900 ma Battery + Charger (by Super) + Toy-Jet 0.2g 4000 rounds BB USD$ 230.00
G3 A4 AEG + 8.4v 600 ma Battery + Charger (by Super) + Toy-Jet 0.2g 4000 rounds BB USD$ 230.00
G3 SG/1 AEG + 8.4v 1900 ma Battery + Charger (by Super) + Toy-Jet 0.2g 4000 rounds BB (Scope and Mount are not included) USD$ 261.00
MC 51 AEG + 8.4v 600 ma Battery + Charger (by Super) + Toy-Jet 0.2g 4000 rounds BB USD$ 210.00
PSG-1 AEG + 8.4v 600 ma Battery + Charger (by Super) + Toy-Jet 0.2g 4000 rounds BB (Scope is included) USD$ 375.00
Fa Mas F1 AEG + 8.4v 600 ma Battery + Charger (by Super) + Toy-Jet 0.2g 4000 rounds BB USD$ 213.00
Fa Mas SV AEG + 8.4v 600 ma Battery + Charger (by Super) + Toy-Jet 0.2g 4000 rounds BB USD$ 213.00
Friday, August 16, 2002 10:58 PM

MOD/RACK Comparison review: Comega has been kind enough to send in a great comparison review of the Guarder MOD vest, and the BlackHawk RACK vest. Given the quality and value of Guarder products, and the good name and reputation for BlackHawk gear, this review is sure to be a close one. Do read the full review for more:

"...There are not many people into airsoft who have not heard of Blackhawk Industries, If you have been to a proper game you have probably seen a Blackhawk vest or two. For those that don't know, they are a extremely large American manufacturer of Tactical clothing and equipment.

Those of you that watched Blackhawk Down, an interesting fact that you might or might not be aware of is that Blackhawk Industries supplied all the tactical gear for that, from harnesses to the vests and virtually everything in between. Unlike the Taiwanese / Chinese tactical clothing, Blackhawk usually stands miles apart in quality and feel and the general look, enter stage right - Guarder (intrudershop) we shall get into this a bit later on..."
Tuesday, August 13, 2002 6:37 PM

AirsoftClub updates: Algin of AirsoftClub has sent in their latest updates (thanks Algin!). Their updates include the latest prices on a range of TM and CA AEGs and some of the most popular combat gear. Click on any of the links below for a detailed description of the product.

AEG Marui H&K MP5A4 US$ 186
AEG Marui H&K MP5A5 US$180
AEG Marui H&K G3 MC51 US$190
AEG Marui Colt SR-16 US$260
AEG Marui Colt M4A1 Carbine US$220
AEG Marui Colt M16A2 US$ 210.00
AEG Marui H&K MP5SD5 US$:190
AEG Marui H&K MP5SD6 US$:190
AEG Marui MP5 RAS US$:255
AEG Classic Army M4T Tactical Carbine US$:225
AEG Classic Army M4A1 Carbine US$:230
AEG Classic Army M16A3 US$:240
AEG Classic Army MP5A3 US$:275
CombatGear
IS Delta Force Helmets ( Black ) US$36
IS Delta Force Helmets 2 US$:79
Mil Force Helmets US$:70
Bolle X500 US$:60
Polycarbonate Eye Protection Glasses US$:56
Click here to visit the WGC shopWGC Shop updates: We've been sent some new stock updates from WGC (Wargamer's Shop). Of interest here is well... nearly everything really. ^_^ WGC's updates spread across a range of product types. Particularly popular items will be the TOP M249 Mk2, Nitro.Vo handguards, TM M92fs chrome, and the WA 14.45 ProKiller range.

Western Arms Pro Killer 14-45 / Combat Coming Soon!!
Western Arms Pro Killer 14-45 / Limited Coming Soon!!
Nitro.Vo Rail Handguard for P90
First Factory PSG1 Bottom Rail
First Factory Hand Guard Lock Pin
Marui Pro Target
G&P Rail Cover ( OD )
First Javara BB Bottle
First Factory Direct Silencer Attachment for MP5 SD Series
Top M249 Minimi Box Magazine R2500
Protec Super Speed Recoil Unit for P99
First Factory Reinforced MP5 Mag Catch
Carrot Cheek Piece for M16 Series
First Factory Side Sling Swivel for M16 Series
Top M249 MKII Available on 14 Aug, 2002
Marui M4 RIS Back Again Soon
Excel 0.23g bbs Bulk Package Available Now

Marui M16 Stardand Magazine In Stock Again
GB-Tech MK11 Kit In Stock Again
Marui M92FS Chrome Stainless
First Factory Direct Silencer Attachment for MP5 SD Series
GP 8.4V 3000mAh Large Type ( NiMH )
GP 9.6V 3000mAh Large Type ( NiMH )
GB-Tech Vortex Silencer 30 x 178mm ( 14mm- )
Tanaka S&W M629 .44 Magnum Midnight Blue
Marushin P38 Maxi Long Barrel
Marushin Sturm Ruger Super Redhawk Maxi 7.5 Inch Silver ( 8mm Version )
Nitro.Vo Folding Glip
Nitro.Vo Rail Handguard for MP5 / MC
Nitro.Vo Rail Handguard for MP5K
GB-Tech Flash Light Mount for 6P / 9P
GB-Tech QD Sling Swivel
AOP Tactical Frame for Maruzen M11
First Factory Noise Limiter for Pro Silencer
Tanaka Colt SAA.45 ( Twilight Chromium )

Click here to visit UN CompanyUN Company updates: UN Company have updated their stock lists with a few new items. These include:

-Tanaka Colt SAA.45 ( Twilight Chromium )
-Tanaka Colt SAA.45 ( Nickel & Gold )
-Marui M92FS Chrome Stainless
-GB-Tech QD Sling Swivel
-Marushin Sturm Ruger Mk1 Maxi (Normal Barrel)
-Marushin Sturm Ruger Mk1 Maxi (Bull Barrel)
-Marushin Colt 8" Anaconda
-Marushin Colt 6" Anaconda
-Marushin Colt 4" Anaconda
-UN Custom-WA Infinity SV 5
-UN Custom-SR15 Match In stock now!
-WA Para Ordnance Pro Killer-------In Stock Soon!
Monday, August 12, 2002 7:25 PM

Geneth2000 scans: Matthew Dean (aka MobiusStrip) has been kind enough to send in some scans of the Geneth 2000, which is based on the Walther WA2000 sniper rifle. Out of the box this rifle chronos at 87.1, and groups at 117mm at 20 metres. The mag holds 25 rounds (it is built around Maruzen APS internals) and it weighs a hefty 5.2kg. Click on either of the two pages/images below for a larger version.

Click here to visit GuayGuayGuay Guay updates: Norman Hsu of GuayGuay has emailed in their latest updates (Thanks Norman). The new products include the following bits of kit (for further details check their 'what's new' page):

SR-15 Free Floating Version, Med of Aug.
Scope mount base for G17/18/19/34, in stock
Scope mount base for KSC M9, instock
1X30mm Dot sight, End of Sep.
Knight's type sight mount 30 & 25mm off set, End of Aug

Included in the updates is new of their own 1x30mm Aimpoint replica. This new scope is identical to the one found on the TM MP5 RAS, except it will be a lot less 'plasticy'. The specs from GuayGuay themselves indicate that it comes with a hardened allow outer shell (anodised), a reinforced and protected front lense, adjustable brightness and functional zeroing adjustment dials. Release is set for the end of September (I can't wait to see it myself).

Next up is their SR15 "free floating version" barrel kit. On their updates page, they have several comparison photos showing their prototype compared to the one shown in COMBAT magazine (Feb '01 issue).

Also included in the updates are GuayGuay's scope mounts (for the Glock 17/18/19/34, KSC M9, and SV range), and their own cute little bipod adapter (for fitting a bipod to a RAS/RIS system).

TM M9 INOX: It was mentioned back in May, but was somewhat overshadowed by the MP5 RAS release, so because of TM's latest website update I thought I'd run it up here again for everyone to read. ^_^

TM have now officially launched their new INOX M9 GBB (the actual launch date is listed as 8th August 2002. RRP 15800). This is basically a chrome version of their M92F, although TM are keen to point out that it uses a new patented 'plating' system for their INOX finish (it looks rather good too). You can find a photo of the prototype at the 41st Shizuoka Hobby Show in Japan (source GameSpot Japan)

Highlights from TM are listed as:

  • it uses a new patented 'chrome stainless steel' for both the frame and slide
  • the mag catch is metal
  • the plating on the magazine is an all die-cast finish, which increases thermal efficiency
  • it features an operational safety just like the real steel
  • Blow back action of the force which is transmitted to the wrist!
  • field strips like the real steel
  • performs identically to the real steel (including short recoil)

In short TM have taken great care in making this a 100% accurate replica of the real steel, and in it's finish/look. Other minor selling points listed by TM are the funky "vertically packaged box" (honest!), and the red painted dot in the foresight.
Thursday, August 8, 2002 9:58 PM
Team KGB website updates: TeamKGB - those nice folk who play at (and run) Alamo Wargames have updated their website, you can find the new one here (http://www.teamkgb.co.uk/). The site features "...full site information, player profiles and detailed kit reviews as well as a series of Forums for everything KGB / Alamo related...". Nice one guys!

CQB Airsoft launches: Richard has dropped me some news and an announcement about their new skirmish site based in North Wales by the name of CQB Airsoft. Here's the latest from them, including some photos of the place (it looks very impressive). Click on any of the embedded piccies for a larger version:

"...You are cordially invited to attend CQB Airsoft’s Grand Opening Skirmish being held on Saturday, August 31st 2002 and Sunday, September 1st at CQB War Games Ltd. in North Wales.

CQB is an outdoor adventure company that is already offering paintballskirmishing and military surplus sales. They have just opened a new Airsoft skirmishing division under the management of none other than myself, Richard Wynne and we plan to be offering military-style tactical and survival training in the near future.

Located east of Llandudno, just off the A55 at Junction 19, the site is mixed woodland of roughly 30 acres, 10 acres of that developed with military trenches and bunkers. Only minutes from the train station, transportation assistance can be arranged on request.

To get a general idea of the site, check out the current paintball website (the airsoft website is still in development)… http://www.cqbwargames.co.uk The staff includes a number of former soldiers, so we plan on running things the ArmyWay. Having a good time while being safe will be paramount. It will be realistic enough to suspend disbelief, yet casual enough to still be fun.

Discounted Price Structure:
- Saturday Greens Fee: Free (includes protective mask hire) Equipment Hire: 15 GBP (includes AEG, combats, and webbing) BBQ Lunch: Free
- Sunday Greens Fee: 15 GBP Equipment Hire: 15 GBP (includes AEG, combats, and webbing) BBQ Lunch: 5 GBP

BB’s will be on sale for 10 GBP a bag while supplies last. Camping on site will be allowed, priced at 5 GBP per tent.

Players will be eligible to apply for CQB Veteran Status to gain additional long-term discounts.

For your shopping enjoyment there will be airsoft and tactical equipment vendors on site able to supply your special requirements.

We want to encourage Airsoft skirmishers across the UK to come take a look at the site, see how we plan on doing things and give us feedback on what YOU the players want. All players are asked to contact me to make reservations for the event, whether attending one day or both days. While there is no deposit required to play, to ensure we have enough equipment available we are asking people who need to hire equipment to pay a 10 GBP deposit when making their
reservations.

Feel free to email me directly at: romeowhiskeyone@hotmail.com Call our Office at: 01492536359 Or call me on my mobile at: 07729115611 I hope to see you there! - Richard Wynne CQB Airsoft “Making Every Shot Count” ..."
Wednesday, August 7, 2002 8:04 PM

3psa updates: 3PSA have sent in news of one of their products that no one seemed to be talking about, so I'm putting it up for them. Actually DolphiNCommand (Herman/H) has been raving about the CO2 capulet adapter for a bit, as he bought one and loves it to bits. We don't often hear much from 3PSA themselves so it's a welcome change to hear from them. Anyway enough waffling from me here's the latest from 3PSA:

"...The power booster carbon is a new accessory made by KWC (and distribute by CYBERGUN) witch use the 12 grams CO2 cartridges. For those who are "old" in airsoft it can be compare to the special adaptator for green gas cartridges (made by Marushin few years ago) not in product anymore.

It was designed to use KWC blow back gas guns when temperature is to low to use hfc134a. It is made in metal alloy and is compose by a pressure relieve valve ( for security), a CO2 cartridge holder, a pu hose (flexible) and a quick release valve.

The power is adjustable by a screw (but if you tight it the warranty cannot be apply anymore). It can deliver more than 100 % more power than when using hfc134a.

It allow a consitent power flow improving accuracy.CO2 gas is not inflamable and therefore it is the safer gas.

It can be adaptable on most of the blow back( and also on KWC and Marui
revolvers) airsoftgun. It is sell with one adaptator for KWC gas guns but this one fit Marui M9 or Glock26 and Maruzen gas guns .For the other guns you will have to use "gas tank adaptator", or with small modification (exemple : tight the flexible direct in the magasin) you can put it on Western Arms, KSC and Tanaka.

For exemple on KWC gas guns with the factory power you can shoot at 300fps (and huge 430fps on desert eagle with long barrel) on a WA M92F with one cartridge you can shoot more than 100 BB's. Power is adjutable from 260FPS
(78m/s) up to 350 FPS (105m/s) with this power you better use metal slide and stronger recoil spring and maybe stronger hammer spring. Power can be higher but it is on the customer own risks.

Price is 50 euro plus shipping. Co2 cartridges cannot be ship by plane. For more informations please feel free to send an email to cybergun.stgermain@ifrance.com..."

August 2002 issue of Gun Mart out: The August 2002 edition of Gun Mart is now available (written and collated by Roger Stenning of PracticalAirsoft fame) on your local news stands.

The retailer WHSmith's is your best bet at finding it in my experiance. Here's what you can find in the latest issue:

- "Classic M4A1? Not Really", by Charlie Omega
- Site review - Spectre Wargames, by Adam ("beast_spectre")
- Airsoft news - As usual, courtesy of Arnie's Airsoft
- Masses of advertisements for Airsoft suppliers, militaria, clothing, etcetera!

If you can't find a copy, you can always contact the folks on this number (014-5462-0070) who deal with subscriptions for Gun Mart. UK subscriptions cost 24UKP (yup that's 2UKP an issue). Click the image to the left for a larger image/preview.

"I thought Christmas only came once a year": Those jolly old boys at Q have been at it again, and have been kind enough to drop us their latest updates. Following on from their well known M134 release, this latest news covers the brand spanky new HK G36C AEG:

"...We would like to inform all our clients and potential customers that www.theqproject.com is currently inactive and undergoing development plans for our new shopcart system.

Besides our latest release of the M134 6mm Airsoft Cannon (aka Minigun), we will soon have available the HK G36C, featured at Operation Crimson Dunes 8/16-18 (See: www.combatenterprises.com ) TQP will be selling an Exclusive Version of the G36C with options for internal and external modifications for upgrades, durables, and power.

Some general information regarding our latest available product:

Name: G36C (mnfr. Tek Arms, USA)
Real Steel Mnfr: H&K
Min length w/ Stock folded: 19inches
Max length w/ Stock open: 28inches
Inner barrel:
Firing modes: Semi and Full-auto
Avg ROF: 700-800/min
Avg FPS: 270-280
Weight w/ battery and mag: 4.5lbs

Hicap magazine standard w/ purchase: 220 BBs
Gearbox: Ver. 3
Motor: EG700
External Body Material: High tensile Resin "Polymer" including upper rail and removable front tri-rails
Battery: 8.4v 600mA Stick
Exclusively sold at: The Q Project
SRP: $375.00 stock format

Customization Options available via The Q Project:

Inner and outer Barrel extension and silencers are available
9.6v 600mA and rewiring available for Original or Ultra "durable" upgrades up to 380-400fps (Requires internal modification work)
External modifications and add-on's : Mini Grenade Launcher Systems, tactical vertical foregrips, tactical lights and lasers and Scopes. Reinforced steel retainer pins and enhancements are also purchaseable..."

Additionally it's worth noting that any email inquiries concerning general purchases, wholesale, customization, consulting, repairs, lost GPS transponders, warranty services and HALO drops (basically everything ^_^ ) may temporarily be directed to theqproject@mindspring.com . This is because The Q Project are currently upgrading their website, so it's offline at the moment.

UNCompany updates: UNCompany have updated their stock list. Of note (at least to me) this time is the new KJW INOX Beretta M9, which is full metal. For around 110USD that's not too bad at all.

BBIPSC updates: You may or may not know, but we are proud to be the home to the UK BBIPSC (in our forums), and they have emailed in the details for their latest "postal" competition (and no it's not a game to see how insane/nuts you can go ^_^). You can find details of the competition in this ZIP file. I have personally scanned the files and they are virus free here, but I recommend that you double check yourself to be sure.

"Glevum Practical Pistol E-Mail/Postal shoot - 2002: The Glevum E-Mail/Postal shoot will start in August 2002. It will consist of one competition per month, with each competition consisting of four stages. The E-Mail/Postal shoot will continue for six months.

The best five monthly results to count, out of the maximum of six monthly results. You can compete in any one of the divisions listed below.

There will be no fee to enter this competition, but a competitor number is required (available from jss4s@aol.com) before a score can be entered. The competition will be based on IPSC (14th edition) rules, with [a few] additions..."

SystemA parts not up to scratch? Matthew Dean (aka Mobius Strip) has sent in some updates concerning the apparent issues with the latest SystemA pistons (the red ones). Here's the latest from our lovable WA guru ^_^ :

"...As you are aware the Systema Red piston (the new one) can be out of spec and cause the gun to jam. On Sunday I experienced this very phenomena myself. Several bloody times. It was so bad that I could not get 200 rounds out without the gun locking up.

"Dry running" the top gear over the piston showed that at the last big tooth on the gear there was indeed a tolerance problem. I tried the same test with OE Marui parts and the problem was not there.

With the help of Mr Vernier-Caliper, it became apparent that the problem is that the metal tooth on the piston is 0.5mm too far forward!!

I checked the specs against the Marui one and it was confirmed that this tooth was badly positioned. I removed the said tooth (comes out on a plate, by removing the Piston Head) and removed 0.5mm from the back and the lip at the front as these two areas form the contact points, and removing material allowed the tooth to be repositioned further back. Yes there was now 0.5mm movement front to back, but guess what.....so has the Marui standard piston body (on the 3 that I had to hand to check!!) Of course the Piston tooth with be held back by the gear as it rotates anyway.

Having now removed the material I reassembled the gun - 1000 rounds later all is well :-) If you get one of these pistons check it with a top gear by running it along the top (teeth positioning -big tooth on gear engages/pushes back the metal tooth on the piston). Be carefull out there..."
Tuesday, August 6, 2002 10:08 PM

News from our man in HK: H (known to most of you as 'DolphinCommand' in our forums), is off touring HK and scouring the local shops (some well known, others unheard of) for the latest news. Here's the latest from our roving reporter (many thanks go out to Nelson at Dentrinity for the news):

"...I went to Den Today and got some rather startling news, DTP have been a little quiet of late but they have a raft of new products that are in the works.

SR25 metal body: Probably the worst kept secret in the world, DEN are making the SR-25 metal body, thats right, thats the 7.62 version of the Knights SR15, This will be out any moment! Watch out for other DTP AR15 front ends too!

M14 AEG and GBB: DEN are also busily prototyping a AEG M14! Thats right, an M14! Thats the American rifle that was developed from the M1 Garand, and saw service in Vietnam before it was replaced by the M16, You may even remember the article on this web site "So you want an Airsoft M14" Well your wait is almost over! Nelson says that the AEG version of the M14 should be released in around 6 months time, with a GBB version close behind!

An Arnies Airsoft exclusive (I think) DTP MP5 metal bodies: DTP have been unimpressed with the quality of the MP5 metal bodies released thus far, So they are going to have a go! Although its only on the drawing board at the moment, the plan is to produce DTP MP5 metal bodies that will be as good as the DTP AK metal bodies, and we all remember the patented DEN Hammer test!..."

Our man in the UK: Darren (aka Nautilus), although based in the UK now still has close ties with Japan. The following news and rumours of late hit my inbox recently (released from sources including Mr Ito of Sanko):

"TM rumour mill part two: Mr. Ito has finally seem the TM M63A1 protoype (as well as a real steel which TM had from Eugene's son apparently - not the one that KM bought I stress). The project is still classed as a "Personal design Project" and the news is that it will not make production this year. The prototype has a motorized box magazine, but it is doubtful if that would translate to a release. But as Mr. Ito finished up "The TM labs have twenty guns for evey one that goes into production and with the driving factor being cost, anything that requires new tooling is always onto shakey ground. The P90 proved that new does not always mean bad - and on an allied note, the MP40 project has gone back onto active status it seems - but there would have to be a huge fan outcry for the M63A1 for TM to consider moving it up the development schedule - though with the popularity of TOPs M249 the Stoner sits just ahead of Marui's own Minimi in the LMG stakes"

Tanaka rumours: G43 - Yes you heard me! G43 on the same basic gas system as the Kar 98 (though this will not be GBB I think, but I think a long trigger stroke NBB would be acceptable ^_^). More news as I have it on that one. for the mo its a keeper though as the source is not a known quantity."

TM Mk23 NBB to be released this month: The news is out that the long awaited TM MK23 is due out this month. Here's the latest from Japan (Source TH):

"...Marui’s existing NBB pistols were released back in 1988, so news of new NBB pistol was a surprise. The decision to make the Mk23 as NBB must have been sales one, as to compete with KSC’s gas blowback version they should make either technically superior or more affordable version.

This in mind I picked up the Marui’s brand new Mk23 NBB. The external parts are mostly made from ABS and all right with some good details, better that than low-quality metal. The LAM unit is plastic copy of the real one and rather toy like, it has white light with cut-off switch and additional small red dummy light to increase the atmosphere. The SOCOM silencer is deep black coloured and made from plastic. It can be easily removed and re-installed.

The trigger mechanism is what Marui promised, smoother than the typical NBB triggers. The hammer is working, not fixed, as in some of the NBB pistols. Magazine has release valve common to all NBB magazines and at this point it cannot be said how durable the magazine is. Only time will tell about that.

The gun is also accompanied with black ABS-made gun case that can hold the gun and silencer. This whole set costs 123USD at retail..."

Friday, August 2, 2002 7:52 PM

Tea and medals updates: 'Tea and Medals' (aka Hatchet's Guide to Airsoft) has been updated recently, here's the latest from the man himself:

"...Just to let you know I've done a few updates to the site. No major reviews yet (although I hope to have some of those within the next month or so), but I've updated and reorganised some of the pages. As well as that there's a new guide to hand signals, a section on ghillie and mirroring of Redcap's radio guides (with permission of course)...."

New updates from Wolf: Wolf Armouries have sent in their latest updates including a review of the latest scopes from ClassicArmy that they have in stock. Please note that this is a review submitted by a retailer, so it is obviously slightly biased. That said the review is well written, and the prices aren't too bad either. Here's the latest from them:

"...One of the fastest, simplest modifications that can be made to an airsoft model is the addition of an optical device. However there is a lack of low-priced, reliable, military-style optics available to the airsoft skirmisher. Few of us can afford to mount military-grade optics on our markers; let’s face it there’s no need spending £3000 on an ex-US special forces ACOG scope and mounting it on an M4 that can only shoot 30 metres!"

Wolf also had some new regarding the CA M4. It would seem that direct UK sales have had the piston/spring spacer taken out so that they chrono at the 1J marker:

"We have just had a shipment from Classic Army of the MP5s and M4s. We have found that contrary to the article that someone did on your site the UK spec M4s that we received are very very nice. Cronoing between 325 and 333 ft/sec with an extremely high fire rate."
Thursday, August 1, 2002 8:33 PM

MP5 RAS review: It's finally done (well kinda). This review has been in the works here for the past few days, and isn't yet finished (I need to do some more proof reading and editing). That said it's at a state where it should make good reading. A real big hearty thanks go out to CombatClub for supplying the MP5-RAS for review, and thanks go out to Jeremy Morrison (of the South California Wolfpack), the kind guy from the US who happened to pop in to say hello the day the RAS arrived, so kindly helped me out with the photos.

Please excuse any minor errors in the review, as I'll get them corrected in the next revision (tomorrow night I should think).

"...Well it looks gorgeous for an MP5 - and lets face it your either an HK lover or you just hate them. To be honest I'm rather indifferent about them, but they grow on you, and this one has. Just watch a few reruns of Raw Deal, and you'll see what I mean. ^_^ (edit: we sat and watched Raw Deal last night, curious point of note the MP5 Arnold uses changes through the film from an original grip, to the more modern one several times. Yup never sit Airsofters infront of a movie with guns in it..)

The TM MP5 RAS comes fitted with TM's latest ProScope II reddot (an Aimpoint replica), a new style folding stock (that looks remarkably like the TM MP5 PDW version), a new scope mount, RAS grip (with two armour covers and a vertical grip), and a QD muzzle with PDW flashhider..."

September issue of FPS launched: The next issue of the (only) US Airsoft magazine FPS is now finished (the September issue). Final proof reading is being done at the moment.

You can catch a sneak peak of the front cover at their newly designed and updated website (http://www.fpszine.com/).

Included in the September issue is:

- AK47 Mechbox guide
- Custom M3 Entry gun
- Airsoft DVD?
- BlackHawk SOLAG glove review
- TechTips and more...

Airsoft Tactical's new store: Airsoft Tactical opened their new store in Roswell on the 27th of July. Sadly no little green men joined the opening party, but by all accounts the store is doing really well. The new address is: 1575 Old Alabama Road #105, Roswell, GA 30076, USA (tel: 770.992.7137).

I've attached some pictures of the new store to this news post, click any of them for a larger image. Here's what the main man 'J' had to say:

"...just wanted [to let you] know that we had a very successful Grand Opening of the new store on July 27th. The store is complete with high line Airsoft, Military, and Tactical gear. We have also just signed on as an authorized retailer for Blackhawk. Inside we have a complete line up of gear, where we can equip the hard-core airsofter with everything but Boots. Also there is a fully electronic automated 20 meter indoor shooting range complete with chronograph. We have had such a tremendous response, we are spending more time making product orders than taking them..."

Click here to visit UN CompanyUN Company updates: UN Company have updated their stock lists with a few new items. These include:

-GB-Tech Flashlight mount
-Marui RAS with Griip for MP5 A4/A5
-KJ Works M9 Silver (Metal Version)
-Guarder Polycarbonate Piston For TOP AEG Series (Economic Version)
-Guarder Polycarbonate Piston For TOP AEG Series
-Guarder Polycarbonate Piston For Marui AEG Series (Economic Version)
-Guarder Polycarbonate Piston For Marui AEG Series
-Arms Magazine 9
-Combat Magazine 9

CA M4 review up at AirsoftPlayers: AirsoftPlayers have just posted a great comparison review of the Classic Army M4. Be sure to read it, as it's the most definitive article about the new beasties from CA that you'll find anywhere.

MadAboutAirsoft competition: MadAboutAirsoft have dropped us an email about their latest news and updates. So what's new with MAA?

"...Our congratulations go to Mr P. Butler of Uxbridge who won our first give-away competition. He is now the proud owner of a KSC M11A1 Ingram & silencer!

This month we are giving you the chance to win a MultiCom Pro radio set along with a throat mic!

Our review of the radio can be found out Arnie's Airsoft

We are now stocking a wider range of Western Arms pistols and magazines.

Sniper in the bushes! - Thinking of getting a sniper rifle? Been toying with the idea of getting a new Maruzen APS-2 SV? Well for a limited time we are offering this great stock sniper rifle for £240.00 (inc next-day delivery & an additional magazine!).

Lee-Enfield Conversion - We are currently working on a Lee-Enfield conversion, using a deactivated Lee-Enfield No4 as the base and then installing a custom airsoft bolt mechanism into the stock.

Excel 0.25g BBs - Upgraded your AEG to 328-350fps? Why not try a couple of bags of 0.25g BB's and see the difference over the standard 0.2g. You might be quite surprised..."

TokyoHobby website upgraded: As we thought TokyoHobby (TH) have updated the workings of their website. Here's the latest from them:

"...We have upgraded our site including new shopping system, new products, pricing in USD and many other new features. Please visit http://www.tokyohobby.net. More new features will be added and we are glad to have your feedback about the current site in order to develop it..."
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