Paul at Freestyle Publications has sent over word of their new magazine and after a chat today has sent over a copy sample copy of what the cover may look like (just for clarity – it’s only a mock up). The people behind "Impact" magazine are the same chaps that publish Boys Toys which will give you an idea of the quality of magazine that they are aiming for.
The new magazine is a monthly publication, is expected to have a circulation of around 40,000 and is going to hit major newsagents (such as WH Smiths and Dillons) in May of this year. Even better news for folks interested in the magazine is that the expected cost per issue is only £2.50.
To give you an idea of what’ll be in the magazine, the planned features and regulars for the new publication are:
Features and regulars
- 2 pages, Introduction (first issue) – What is Airsoft?
- 1 page, Forward & Contents
- 2 pages, News round up – What’s hot and happening in the Airsoft world
- 4 pages, AEG review and comparison test – Reviews on rifles and pistols with comparison tests
- 2 pages, Accessory and tune up technical report – Add on bits to AEG’s and kit
- 4 pages, Kit Review and Impressions – Reviews on the latest kit/clothing available plus in-depth impression’s of your favourite military regiments
- 2 pages, Interviews – From key people from within the industry (manufactures/retailers? site-owners)
- 4 pages, Site review (from around the world) – Where to play
- 1 page, Team Forum – A place for teams to promote themselves
- 1 page, Team Profile
- 2 page, Site listing
- 1 page, Competition
Life Style
- 1 page, 1/6th scale Military review – An interesting over view of the 1/6th military market with figure reviews
- 1 page, Video Game review – 1st person "shoot-em-up" review
- 1 page, DVD Review- Films and documentaries
- 1 page, Merchandising Page – Magazine promotional items for sale
All in all it looks good so far, and I look forward to seeing the first issue when it’s out.
