Revenge Seeker
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Differences from modern M16 AEGs: Other than the different receiver color, the color of the part under the dust cover is silver instead of black. I like this but many of you might not. Although there is a setback to it and that is it does not go back like other M4/M16 AEGs do; and neither does the dust cover. The dust cover needs to be opened and kept opened by hand as it closes by a spring. The charging handle also does nothing at all.
The way it is put together is also different which makes disassembling it different too. It does not flip open like the hood of a car but instead requires the "pull method" which Classic Army M4/M16's require. If you ignore this and try to flip the top receiver up, you will break the tabs.
Another drawback to the different receiver is its incompatibility with most metal receivers. If you compare it with another AEG (like the M16a2 and M16Vn barrel pics above), you will see the front of the top receiver is different. So consider this before buying a metal receiver for it. Also note that the Hurricane M16a1 receiver is meant for the M16a2 and other M4/M16 AEGs, not the M16VN. Buying a metal receiver for this requires buying a whole different front.
Sights: The sights on the M16a1 are pretty basic. They are not self-adjustable as the A2's are. You'd need a tool to adjust it and it only goes horizontally. Its not a big issue and its the way things are supposed to be on a real M16a1.
Magazine: This is one of the few guns Tokyo Marui make that come stock with a Hi-capacity (hi-cap) magazine. The mag is a short "VN"-type and stated to hold 190 bbs. If you're not familiar with how a hi-cap works, all you have to do is open the top door, fully load it with bbs, close the door, load it in the gun, hold it the gun upright (not upside down) and wind for about 30 times or until you start hearing clicks. It should last you till 3/4 of the mag (about 50 rounds) until you'd need to wind again...
Inserting the battery: The butt plate is covered with rubber which gives it a more comfy shouldering. The rubber is on really tight so there is no way for it to fall off of the plate. There is no door like on the M16a2. Instead you'd need to press it down like one would with a TM AK47.
Metal: The metal parts are: outer barrel, flash hider, sights, magazine release, trigger, trigger guard, magazine, charging handle, dust cover, "2nd outer barrel" O-ring, and the mock gas return tube.
Performance: Not much to say here, it performs on par with the TM M16a2. I could hit coconuts on coconut trees about 40-60 feet up every time (yes, I live in Hawaii
). Range would be around 150 feet and FPS would be the most 280; nothing more. Ratings:
Quality : 10/10
Durability: 9/10 (hey, its plastic)
Range: 10/10
Looks: 10/10 (the same gun Neo is holding on the 1st Matrix wallpaper)
Metal Content: 7/10
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It is against customs to have trades on Tokyo Marui replicas because they are not officially licensed. Laws in Japan are different than the laws here so they have no problems with it.
Notice it says "M16a1". This is indeed a replica of the M16a1. It is not a mistake TM made.
They are literally drilled off which leaves a very unrealistic look but unless you are a collector, it is expected and no one pays notice to them in games.
Underneath the foregrip are metal weights on each side; whether they are lead or not, I cannot confirm. But they are pretty heavy; more than I expected.
The foregrips are unbelievably well made. They are a ton more solid than the foregips on the TM M16a2. Not only that, they have a very "high-quality" shine to them; I'm not talking about "cheap plastic" shine, I mean a professionally glossy shine as seen below next to my Softair springer:
The Tokyo Marui is the on the top.
Reliability: Needless to say, this gun is very reliable. It has withstood the test of time and still performs as good as new. There isn't even barrel wobble. Now there is a reason it has no barrel wobble and that is because the top receiver's front (part that connects to the foregrip) is extended and because there is an extra barrel covering the outer barrel; sort of a "2nd outer barrel". The M16a2 does not have that and therefore is considerably more prone to barrel-wobble. Perhaps its better if I compare it with a pic from a TM M16a2 review at AirsoftCore.
You can see the 1st outer barrel thru 2 big holes on each side of the bigger tube (which is metal)
Tokyo Marui M16VN (Vietnam Version) Part 3
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Tokyo Marui M16VN (Vietnam Version) Part 1
"The sexy black rifle"
Introduction: The Colt M16 rifle was first introduced in the Vietnam War as a more compact and modern battle-effective replacement for the M14 rifle. It started out as the XM16E1; which was the prototype designation (hence the "X"). The first M16 lacked a forward assist and had a slightly different receiver. The next change in the M16 was the added forward assist with a more familiar receiver and after that, the "tulip" flash hider was then replaced with the more effective "birdcage" flash hider. More additional features were added until we have the modern M16's which our military used today.
The gun, the TM M16VN, I will be reviewing for you is based off of the early XM16E1 with a forward assist and tulip flash hider; keep in mind that later XM16e1's had birdcage flash hiders. Also keep in mind that there is no such thing as a "M16VN" in real gun terms. M16VN is name Tokyo made to designate their "M16 Vietnam Version" AEG.
Getting the gun: I got the gun from PoweredgeUSA for $300 with battery and charger 3 years ago; price has dropped since then. That is why I can say somethings in this review which others can't (like how long it can last/reliabilty).
First Impressions: Since it was my first AEG, I was immensely amazed by it. It looked so real and the details were unbelievable compared to my Softair Spring M16a1. I have always been an ARVN (Army of the Republic of Vietnam) fan and the M16a1 appeals to me more than our current reproduction. For some reason I really like the A1 foregrips more than the A2...and the fact that it actually had a 'full-auto' firing mode made this more realistic than the TM M16a2.
It comes in a rather brilliantly designed box (shown below). Unfortunately, the box is ruined by the removal of trades on it; the word "colt' is the one being removed:
Tokyo Marui M16VN (Vietnam Version) Part 2
Inspecting the gun: One thing you will rarely read about the M16Vn is the color tone of the receiver. For some odd reason, the tone is not the same as the TM M16a2 or their most of their gray-receivered M4's. It has more of an OD color to it. Its hard to recognize it in the photos but in life, when you put them side by side, there is definitely a tone difference. Its all for the better actually, the tone on the M16Vn makes it look more realistic and it just looks more real after time have played a part with it. As the reviewer at ASR said, "it is like fine wine"; better with time...
The photo below shows the color brilliance of the M16vn's receiver next to the dull dark black of my springer
Notice the selector on the M16Vn is on 'semi'. I did not do this on purpose. With time, the selector will become loose and swing out of place on its own
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#2 is correct... #1 is wrong... lol... knew someone would say PPSH... hmm... I'm gonna keep my lips shut now or else I might give out hints...
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Next attempt...since last one failed.... miserably...
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PlasticMag...
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The Mexican X05 G36 clone.
Ignore him... he doesn't know what he's talking about.... 
man... you ruined the fun...which only lasted for a few minutes....... And I thought it was "FX05"..
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Pff... cheater... I deserve credit for that one... http://www.arniesairsoft.co.uk/forums/inde...howtopic=127172
Anyways... forget about that... (post in my thread if you really want to talk about it).... what's this...
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Is this beautiful or is this boo-ti-fool?
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My M16Vn I had for over 3 years with my new TM Deagle:
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Sorry, I really can't comment on the grip color.
I happen to be color blind!
That's so unfortunate... now we will never know what color they are! lol seriously, why won't you tell us?
Its actually something everyone wants to confirm; whether they are really plum or not...
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Is there actually any hint of plum on the furniture or is it just not showing up on the photos? from the photos it actually looks more like the black polymer furniture that came with my old Izy Yunkers 3 (the AK 105 styled air-rifle)
I think if you look very closely you'll see some pics do look a bit "plum-ish"... like this one... concentrate.....
Or it could just be me...
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Good review! I never expected it to be really on par with VFC on external flawlessness but it was expected. I'm still getting one!
But I think I'll wait for the full stock one and wood if dboy does decide to sell wood versions.What are the grips and stock made of? I would say nylon because dboy uses that alot. In some pics it looks like Styrofoam, lol. And the seams....hmmm... "you can't feel them but you can see them...?" ..... doesn't make much sense....?
Still good review!! Probably the most anticipated airsoft review in my life!
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yes, vid!! I would love to hear the bolt and the sound of the metal clanking around... if you do decide to do one could you make it like this?;
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*drool* I have to decide between this and all the new guns comming out of Japan!!! I'm torn!!!
you mean China right?
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hehe, you really are "Angry". But you're right. I just read the whole thread from the beginning at its all been "FarEast, can you tell us the FPS...FarEast, how well does it shoot...FarEast..blah..blah."
you know before I watched the clip I've always thought FarEast was a Japanese woman because of his avatar. lol, but from seeing his manly and hairy (no offense, I have hairy arms too) arms, I knew it wasn't so.
But the blowback is impressive. The whole gun literally shakes. Wonder how it feels to shoulder it. ;D
Tokyo Marui M16 Vietnam Version
in Rifles (AEG)
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Last words: Phew! That took most of my day. The only problems I have are the loose selector switch and the plastic creaking sound; but it actually has the least creaks out of all the TM's I've handled. Also, details are superb. The texture on the pistol grip is amazing. I'll leave you with some eye-candy....
My two favorite hobbies....