February 2005

Howard at Tactical Supply Storeroom has brought a new stock of gear in from the US for anyone looking for the ultimate concealment accessories (as posted in the forums):

Take a look at our latest gear direct from the US:

• Chameleon gear wrap – £29.99
• Ready made ghillie suit – £110.00
• Chameleon synthetic leaf ghillie – £99.00
• We’re also now selling complete head concealment kit (including:
  6lb burlap kit with netting, olive drab US issue boonie and
  5-colour face paint)
  for only £39.99!

This lot would usually cost £55, and you’ll have to agree this is really good value.

Don’t forget we don’t charge postage if you spend over £50 Howards, (Tactical Supply Storeroom)

Jon (aka Twitch on the forums) is out in Airsoft-land over in the Japan at the moment and has sent back some news about a interesting bunch by the name of Plum-Project:

I’m not sure if these guys are on your radar, but they seem to be doing something fairly unique: Plum-Project.

In addition to regular AEG-based customs, they also do a range of Armalite conversions using the Sunproject GBB as their base (they also carry some limited spare parts)

…as well as some JAC-based ones at the bottom (although I always gathered they were NBB).

I’ve attached a pic of one of their pieces which was featured in an ARMS product overview recently, and it has a fairly reasonable price-tag of 32,800 Yen, unlike most of the bits offered on their website which seem to be about triple that. There’s contact details on the website, although I wouldn’t know what their English is like.

Plum-Project also have some pics of a couple of BARs, although I’m stumped as to what they’re trying to get at with the “Full Blast” title. Jon, (aka Twitch)

Edit (00:06 17/02/05) Just had an email from E DeRuiter with some clarifications on the above news:

Hey Arnie, there seems to be some confusion about Plum Project’s modifications to the Sun Project / ESCORT GBB M16 series. A few points that were brought up in your news link that should be clarified.

The M4A1 RIS is not 32,800 yen, but the cost of the conversion to a user supplied SP M16A1 carbine (about 60,000 yen). PlumProject will not do any internal work. For 75,000 yen, Plum Project will build a customized M16A1 carbine for you (the price goes up from there if you want an A2 or M4). The customized guns have been changed to use Systema mags and incorporate a working bolt stop. He also tunes them for low pressure use to fit within ASGK 1 Joule guidelines.

The “full blast” option is his sandblasting technique which adds a realisitic texture to the stocks and a nice matt finish to metal. E DeRuiter.

Jared over at Gamepod.com has dropped in some news about the upcoming M14 release from GuayGuay. Here’s the news from them:

Here’s the latest direct from G&G!

The M14 Will have a MSRP of 590USD. The release date is expected to be the end of March and looks to be on target.

The specifications are as follows:
Overall length: 112cm,
Weight(w/o Battery) 3800g,
Inner Barrel Length: 515mm,
Fire Mode: Semi/Full Automatic,
Bullet Capacity: 470 Rounds,
Initial Velocity: 100m/sec (Semi Auto/0.2g BB),
Cyclic Rate of Fire: 950-1000 RPM (8.4v 1800Mah) Jared, (Gamepod.com)

There was meant to be a PDF file with some imagery attached to it in the email for this news post, but that went walkabout somewhere in the email ether (I’ve checked all the usual culprits such as overactive filters and junk mail gremlins to no avail). I’ll add the PDF when Jared sends over a new copy.

Update (18:18) : PDF has just arrived, so have updated this news article with the PDF file itself and associated images. The M14 brochure is 2Mb in size, or you can just click on the images inset for the same information in GIF format.

Holly at Holly at AirsoftMart has sent over some more news about their stock of FireFox products. Here’s the latest from them:

FireFox back in stock at AirsoftMart: AirsoftMart have sent over word that they now have the all new stock of FireFox products in new packaging ready for delivery. The first new product back in stock from Fire Fox is a Weatherproof PTT. No more fumbling around trying to find a tiny PTT button or setting off your VOX by accident. Now you can keep both hands on the wheel (or handlebars or weapon) and still share those moments that make life so much fun!

Next up from FireFox is a Fox Sox: The Fire Fox Sox is designed to protect the Fire Fox Throat Mics and accessories when not in use. While large enough to fit two mics and a few accessories it is durable enough to be thrown into a trailer, backpack, or equipment storage unit.

Next up from FireFox is an Extreme Throat Mic: The Extreme Throat Mic allows a user to communicate using a throat mic with dual microphones. The neck ring is adjustable to properly fit a wide range of neck sizes. The Extreme includes two speakers and two sound tubes. Since the sound tubes each have an individual speaker, the user can now receive twice the volume. Not to mention you don’t have to worry about it falling out of the ear. Because of its slim design , it fits perfectly under any helmet. The sound tube can also be cut shorter to fit different sized ears. The Extreme also includes a Weatherproof PTT for tough outdoor situations. Now you can play in the rain, mud or dust and not worry about damaging the Fire Fox equipment Where you go, it goes.

Next up from FireFox is a Commando Throat Mic: The Commando Throat Mic allows a user to still communicate using a throat mic while staying discrete with a sound tube instead of a conventional ear bud. Now, even with running and jumping, the sound tube will never fall out of the ear. Because of its slimmer design, it fits comfortably under any mask. The sound tube can also be cut shorter to fit different sized ears. The Commando also includes a Weatherproof PTT for tough outdoor situations. Now you can play in the rain, mud or dust and not worry about damaging your Fire Fox Communication equipment.

Next up from FireFox is a Paintball / Airsoft throat mic: The Paintball Throat Mic allows a user to still communicate using a throat mic while staying discrete with a conventional ear bud.

Next splitters are now back in stock

Lastly we now stock Motorola t5422 twin packs that work a 100% with Fire Fox products

Place your order now and get talking Holly, (AirsoftMart)

Matthew over at Stoppa has dropped in some news from them with some more products that may well be appealing to Airsofters. Their Wiley-X gear isn’t that easy to find (I had to use the search facility on site as it’s actually listed under their special offers link on the main page) so by all means use this direct link to make life easier.

Thanks Arnie for featuring our Damascus gloves. […] Can I draw your attention to the excellent Wiley-X range of eyewear.
These glasses/googles are current issue to US Forces, FBI, DEA and Navy Seals. They have been designed to offer bags of ballistic protection in a very usable and stylish design. They will stop a 5.8 grain projectile at 640fps and are optically perfect! Prescription lenses are also available for the SG-1.

I have attached a PDF showing the two designs we stock that are most suitable for Airsoft. They are relatively unknown in the UK and have been difficult to obtain here but are very common in the US and Iraq but certainly give the other quality brands a run for their money. More details on our website. Matthew,(Stoppa)