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New LR-300 coming from Evolution Airsoft

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For all of you fans of the legendary LR-300 we have the great news!

This masterpiece of firearms industry is now available in a fully licensed Z-M Weapons’ official air soft replica.

For all of you that are wondering about it, no, it is not a cheap rebranded China gun, the official LR-300 is a top class-top performance air soft gun, made in the G&G Armament factory for Evolution International S.r.l., Italy the Z-M Weapons’ worldwide exclusive licensee.

Forget about the old GR300, the official licensed LR-300 is a completely new gun, most parts have been re-designed based on the original LR-300 blueprints, so expect a 100% like to the original replica.

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All details have been reproduced, starting from the original trademarks placed on the body, on the Rapid Deployement Stock and pistol grip to the function like the real of folding stock. The RDS stock is designed following the real LR-300 design, so its operation, unlike on the unofficial guns produced on the past, unfolds using one hand like the real LR-300. You can see how it works in this video, the air soft official version is just like that!

Z-M 3The first prototype of the LR-300 M/L was exhibited in the Evolution Airsoft booth at the IWA 2009 in Germany, after an extensive work to improve accuracy and internals performance the official licensed Z-M Weapons’ LR-300 series is finally out on the market. Featuring an amazing rate of fire of 1260 BB’s per minute using just a small 8,4V 1200 NiMH battery, the LR-300 is capable of even higher performance if powered by the 9,6V battery for which the internals are designed for.

The Official LR-300 series is available in 4 models:

  1. LR-300 M/L (short barrel, folding and retractable stock)
  2. LR-300 SR  (long barrel, folding and retractable stock)
  3. LR-300 S     (short barrel, folding stock)
  4. LR-300 L     (long barrel, folding stock)

Main features:

  • Z-M Weapons’ licensed logos and trademarks
  • CNC machined aluminium Repid Deployement Stock with Z-M Logo
  • CNC machined steel phantom flash hider
  • CNC machined front and rear sight
  • 8mm bearing gearbox
  • Steel reinforced gears
  • Milled brass cylinder head with rubber silencing bumper
  • Aluminium CNC machined piston head with trust bearing
  • Metal spring guide with trust bearing
  • Variable pitch spring
  • O-ring sealed CNC air nozzle
  • 450 rds magazine

The new official licensed LR-300 is produced exclusively for Evolution International S.r.l. and is available in Europe and the USA only though Evolution. Dealership and distributionship positions are open, fore more information about how to become part of the official LR-300 distribution network e-mail to info@evolution-airsoft.com . E-mails from air soft players about the LR-300 tech features are also welcome. We promise we will release more detailed information about each of the newly released LR-300 in the next days. The Official LR-300 is already available and already in distribution to the European retail shops this week.

We would like to thank Z-M Weapons for their invaluable help that allowed us to make such great replica. (Evolution International S.r.l.)

Forged Clothing: Halo Red now available

There’s a new shirt out from Forged Clothing:

Forged Clothing e-Newsletter: Halo Red Available NOW!

November 2009 Issue No. 54

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Halo Red This design was inspired by a free fall parachute insertion method used by military Special Forces called HALO (High Altitude, Low Opening).

image Click the "Buy Now" button at left to be the first to get The Halo Red!

Do YOU have a couple pics sporting your favorite Forged Clothing gear? Post it to our Gallery section.  It’s quick, easy, and FREE!

Also keep your eyes peeled for new website features and upgrades coming soon!

Ryan Williams, (VP and Head of Design, Forged Clothing)

Ridge Outdoors Tactical Footwear

New from Ridge Outdoors is their latest footwear and the 7104 Hawk:

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New videos from Airsoft Press and Deep Fire Airsoft

The latest news from Airsoft Press:

We have teamed up with DEEPFIRE to create a series of airsoft tech scenario case videos.

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Case scenario series one. Here is the first of 14 videos in series one:

Click here to view the rest of series one.

Case series two. Here is the first of 15 videos in series two:

Click here to view the rest of series two.

(AirsoftPress)

Systema Energy series available at RedWolf!

From RedWolf Airsoft:

That’s right guys and girls, With the recent announcement from Systema regarding their ‘Energy’ line of products, we’ve managed to pick up the complete line of Energy products to go on our shelves.
Is this another upgrade from the Systema revolution gearbox they launched some time back?

Ranging from gearboxes, pistons, cylinders, gears to motors plus many more other smaller parts.  You can dramatically transform your AEG into something new, something different and definitely more efficient.  If you’ve read the previous news post regarding Systema’s line of products please feel free to check it out again here.  That page includes static data for the motor performance under a few variables that definitely make this an interesting read.

By reducing the initial inertia required to start the mechanical system, not only will it reduce the energy required to run the system but also reduce the mechanical wear on the components due to the reduction of the forces involved.  Systema have also looked into various other ways into making their systems more reliable in different conditions as well as being more efficient, talk about attention to detail here… These guys really have been digging deep and thinking outside of the box, we’ll go into detail on the product report here individually, click the following link for more details.

Whilst we’re on the topic of AEG parts, allow us to introduce the Madbull’s ultimate 3-in-1 Hopup Chamber for the M4/M16 series.

Another practical innovation from MADBULL, this new metal hop-up unit / chamber has 3 functions in 1! Designed by airsoft player Brian Holt, Madbull implemented Brian’s idea with the following smart features:
1. LED Tracer Unit (Optional and available separately from Madbull)
2. Chamber Lock (Prevents BBs from falling out when you eject magazine)
3. Easy adjustment using new design dial for more stable hop-up
This set also includes a free MADBULL blue 60 degree SHARK hop-up bucking rubber.
Note that the chamber lock function works via an O-ring in the BB feed tube that goes up to the firing chamber. The O-ring prevents BB’s from falling out of the gun when you pull the magazine out, which is normal in a Marui type gearbox. If you find this causes any problems for you, or you prefer that the 3-4 BB’s in the feed tube fall out of the gun during reloads, you can simply remove this O-ring to disable the chamber lock function.

New hop-up adjustment dial stays in place and won’t shift from vibration during full-auto firing, giving you more reliable and consistent hop-up than in traditional guns with slide-type hop-up adjustment lever.

And if you need one more reason to get this hop-up unit, Madbull tested this hop-up unit on the Echo1 M4 and got a 5% increase in power due to a better air-seal. So you get 4 benefits in one unit! Need we say more?

Below is the test result using an ECHO M4 (fps):

 

Average

High

Low

stock echo barrel, stock blue bucking (MadBull Blue Bucking) and stock hopup

297.34

303.5

289.5

stock echo barrel, NEW MadBull, bucking(in package) and NEW MadBull HopUp

312.55

317.3

308.4

(RedWolf Airsoft)

KTR Krinkov AEG release date

The KTR Krinkov AEG is going to be released at the beginning of December. (See the LCT Airsoft website for more details):

Here is KTR KRINKOV AEG. Release date: 12/01/09

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This is an Officially Licensed airsoft product by Ryh Yeou Trading Co, Ltd of Taiwan.

Zoe Chen, (RYH YEOU TRADING CO., LTD.)

Install vid: new DEEPFIRE one-piece M4 hopup/barrel

Terry over at Deep Fire has sent in a new video link, this one is entitled “AirsoftPRESS HD Tech Video: Installing the new DEEPFIRE one-piece M4 hopup and barrel”:

Dear my friend, Enclosed video link for your reference:

Regards Terry, (Product Manager, Deep Fire)

Systema no longer ship NiCd?

Systema have sent out a quick Q & A about NiCd batteries and the fact they will no longer be shipping that type of battery:

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About NiCd batteries which we imported before import prohibition, please note that according to the law after July 1st 2009 it is also forbidden to sell NiCd batteries, and all NiCd batteries still in stock must be destroyed. The prohibition is not only to import but also to sell. I agree with you that NiCd batteries are the best battery for toy gun use, many times better than NiMH and LiPo, but unfortunately they belong to the past. We need to look forward and choose the best available now.

Regarding T.W. battery, please read this answer thoroughly and understand it.  Please explain the correct information carefully to your customers. Thank you for your help.  (Systema)

Continue reading ‘Systema no longer ship NiCd?’

SWAT RAP4 HSI seminar 2009 in NJ

Real Action Paintball have sent in a report from their time at the HSI Tactical Seminar 2009 in New Jersey:

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VIEW VIDEO OF THE T68 WITH SWAT

image Real Action Paintball is proud to be part of the HSI Tactical Seminar 2009 in New Jersey. The event took place at Harbor Site International, the premier tactical training venue in Elmer, New Jersey. HSI presented one of the world’s most experienced security, training, and risk mitigation teams as part of the HSI Seminar. They invited security and police professionals from fifty two departments and tactical teams to join in a weekend-long summit discussing new technology in threat mitigation and less lethal response. These professionals work the streets and ports of the United States and the capitals of Europe, in Afghanistan and Iraq, and throughout Latin America, the Middle East, the former Soviet Union, Southeast Asia, and Africa. Their participation made the HSI Seminar an overwhelming success!

The SWAT, SRT, and other participants were excited to test and evaluate RAP4’s latest T68 training products. Outstanding for force-on-force tactical training as well as less lethal use in the field, RAP4’s T68 M4-styled compressed air powered carbines were extensively test fired and praised.

The T68 reflects the latest in tactical training technology, incorporating a fully functional magazine-feed system. The array of accessory interchangeability allows for a world of configurations: RIS CQB, Special Ops, with an onboard hidden air source or remote line connected to a bulk air container, red dot sights and scopes, flashlights, grenade launchers, and the ability to use either a full size hopper or magazine feed! The T68 M4 works with an 18 round detachable magazine, though an optional 200 round hopper adaptor is available for those who need more ammo capacity. With ergonomics, controls, and aesthetics replicating the M4 duty carbine, operators carry their instincts over perfectly between duty carbine and T68…making your range time that much more effective.

The RAP4 T68 training system is safe, effective, and costs less than 5 cents per shot. With RAP4’s specialized projectiles, you can train with marking rounds, non-marking water rounds (for use on MOUT and borrowed facilities), and rubber non-marking rounds. The kinetic reinforcement from being hit with these non-lethal training rounds is second to nothing for tactical training…and provides shot accountability with clear hits on target and in the surrounding environs. No other training system provides more trigger time that is as realistic or as effective.

(rap4.com)

MadBull M4/AR LED Module released end of November

imageMadBull have sent over some more details of their Hopup unit and a new LED module they are about to release:

Gents, Based on the US distributor’s test, our Hopup chamber unit have great performance and air seal. (*)

Tested on ECHO1 M4:                     Average           High     Low

stock echo barrel                            297.34             303.5   289.5
stock blue bucking(MadBull Blue Bucking)                      
stock hupup                       

stock echo barrel                            312.55             317.3   308.4
NEW MB bucking(in package)                      
NEW MB HU                          

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After adding on the LED module, you can use your AEG’s battery (split cable included) to make your Hopup chamber become a tracer unit!

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(MadBull)

AirsoftPRESS tech videos

Terry (Product Manager, Deep Fire) has sent over a bunch of YouTube videos. All videos are inset complete with links as you can also watch them in HD:

Dear my friend, Enclosed four video link for your reference :

AirsoftPRESS HD Tech Video: MP5 Assembly

AirsoftPRESS HD Tech Video: MP5 Disassembly

AirsoftPRESS HD Tech Video: MP5K Disassembly

AirsoftPRESS HD Tech Video: V3 Gearbox Upgrade

Regards, Terry (Product Manager, Deep Fire)

SOCOMGEAR M82A1 Ver.2 to be released in Dec

SOCOMGEAR will have their new M82A1 out in December in time for Christmas by the looks of it:

Gents, This is the ONLY Barrett Rifles licensed toy gun.

  • Ver. 1 is sold out and discontinued.
  • Ver. 2 will be released in December.

Difference?

  1. With Mono pod included.
  2. With real gun style barrel assembling. Super powerful recoil spring.
  3. With Ronnie Barrett, owner of Barrett, signature and certificate
  4. Retail price: $1050

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Worldwide limited quantity: 100 pcs (1st production). Due to limited and slow production process, please pre-order from your local retail shop before it is gone.

Thanks, (SOCOMGEAR)

Highlander news #37 Nov09 - new winter hats

image Highlander have two new hats out:

Couger Winter CapNEW WINTER HATS

The first are two new waterproof hats inspired by the UK issue winter cap. Made from the same Ab-Tex Tri-Max used in our Waterproof Suit, they are available in two styles. The Couger is full helmet style and fastens under the chin for increased protection from the wind. The Puma is a shorter style  with flaps to cover the ears and a foldaway front peak.

Our rangNEW WINTER HATSe of fashion hats have also proven very popular and are selling fast. Consisting of the Russian Faux Fur Hat, Flying Hat in Woodland and Tree Camo, Hunting Sheepskin Camo Hat, and we are pleased to announce the return of a Biggles style Bomber Hat to our collection. All of these are selling very fast, so place orders now to avoid disappointment. (Highlander)

UTG Gen 5 Master Sniper

UTG have sent out details of the latest version of their “master sniper” product:

imageGen 5 AccuShot Competition Master Sniper Rifle - Black

Item No.:SOFT-M324S-B

Brand: UTG SPORT

Detail Information:

  • Superior Performance with New Gen Bolt and Reinforced Safety
  • Extremely High Metal Contents, Including Barrel, Bolt/Cocking, Trigger and Lots More
  • Long Range High Power Pin-Point Accuracy Performance
  • Spare Magazine
  • Spring Powered Deluxe Speed Loader
  • UTG Tactical Bipod with Picatinny Mount and Posi-Lock
  • UTG Sniper Rifle Sling

(Leapers)

New from Forged Clothing: Crusader

image There’s a new shirt from Forged Clothing:

Crusader Available exclusively at ForgedClothing.com

Introducing the newest design from Forged Clothing,  The Crusader.

100% preshrunk cotton, Forged is outlined in red foil and we used our usual super soft and breathable inks for the rest of the print.

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The design depicts an old school cross with the words "Strength through Adversity" written in the scrolls across it. It is only through our struggles that we learn about our strengths.

Click the "Buy Now" button at left to be the first to get The Crusader.

Do YOU have a couple pics sporting your favorite Forged Clothing gear? Post it to our Gallery section.  It’s quick, easy, and FREE!

Ryan Williams (VP and Head of Design, Forged Clothing)