April 2005

Wolf Armouries have one of the new TOP MP40s in stock and have sent a photo over and their thoughts on the new model. If you want to see the new model, drop in and see them:

Hi all,

The top MP40 that everyone is talking about….well…we have one in the shop already!

ITS FANTASTIC!

First impressions:

Comparing it to a de-act MP40 it is spot on, there’s superb attention to detail, it’s also one heavy piece of kit.

There is an actual gearbox in this replica and it seems solid. It uses what looks to be an improved version of the bellows system (what looks like tougher material and a metal piston head).

Popping it open, we were amazed at just how clever the design is. How you store the batt is simply ingenious.

The battery is housed in the lower receiver and you have to split the SMG in half to do that – even putting in a batt was fun!. It takes AUG/M60 type custom battery with large connectors or standard 600mAh minis.

We chronoed it and low and behold – it does 320-330 fps out of the box.

I can’t say enough about it …. just come down to the shop and have a look and you will know what I mean.

If WW2 stuff ain’t your thing well prepare to be converted.

That’s it for now from us. Next up we will bring you the Hurricane M82A1 Barrett conversion Kit.

Till then… happy shootin’

Benny, (Wolf Armouries)

Dave over at OnPatrol.co.uk has sent over a quick message form him with some stock news for their shop here’s the latest from the guys there:

We are the UK dealers for Proud Tactical Gear and have some very good value for money products on sale, including; Lightweight Plate Carrier, Detachable Plate Carrier (this can be separated and worn just as a plate carrier) Molle Chest Rig and Dump pouch. Also to get that authentic look and feel, Toy Soldier Replica Sapi Plates.

Our range is increasing all the time and we are soon to have in stock a number of Patriot Performance Material pouches. Dave Stewart, (OnPatrol)

Mike over at Edgar Brothers has sent over news from them about new products that they are stocking and new items coming in shortly.

Edgar Brothers are expecting to have the Night Ops Gladius range (RRP 199UKP) from Blackhawk from mid to late April (see attached PDF). Night-Ops is the result of a partnership between BlackHawk Products Group and Strategos International.

The Gladius features a unique strobe application which can act as a great less-lethal self defence tool, as well as the ability to reduce the max output to give you a 400 hour run time. Max output mode for the Gladius is 90 Lumens for over 85 minutes. For more information please contact Mike at police@edgar-brothers.co.uk or tel 01625 430330.

If you’re interested in the new 5.11 range EdgarBrothers have the new brochure in stock now. Anyone (if you are Police or not) that wants a free 5.11 brochure can send their address to police@edgar-brothers.co.uk to get their copy.

Matthew over at Stoppa Ltd has sent over word of two new products that they are stocking. First up they have several sets of BH MOLLE Strike Plate Carriers (I should point out that at 47UKP for the carrier it’s a real bargain):

I thought I should let you know about the Blackhawk MOLLE/STRIKE plate carriers we have for sale at the moment. They are an economical way of carrying the very useful MOLLE style ammo pouches etc and are proving quite popular with airsoft players at the moment. I thought your members ought to have first refusal so to speak. Matthew, (Stoppa)

Shane over at has sent in word that there’s a new retail and internet store opening in Columbus, Ohio by the name of AirsoftSMITH LLC, here’s the details from him:

AirsoftSMITH, LLC is a new Retail Store and Internet Retailer of airsoft toys and replicas in Columbus, Ohio. Our business philosophy is to only sell what we stock in our warehouse. When you visit our online store, you will see that all products are in stock ready for shipment or otherwise they are identified as “out of stock.” At our Retail Store you will be able to see and inspect all products… what a concept! All of our employees are veteran airsoft participants with several years of competition and industry knowledge to support your buying needs. You will love our prices, I promise! You can visit us at www.airsoftsmith.com.

Shane (AirsoftSMITH LLC)

I’ve just been sent in the official announcement, so I can post up the official news from the guys at Airsoft Armoury that was on old grapevine newswire. There’s some line-up changes at Airsoft Armoury that mean the sad departure of a familiar face and the surprise (and welcome) comeback of an equally familiar soul:

Allister Barker: It is with some considerable regret that the Airsoft Armoury Limited announces the resignation of Allister Barker.

Allister was instrumental in the initial inception of the Airsoft Armoury over two years ago and has been a tower of strength to the business since then. He is now pursuing a new business venture entirely removed from the world of airsoft although of course we expect to see him regularly at skirmishes.

This parting of ways is entirely amicable and we would wish Allister all the very best for the future.

Lee Fields: Airsoft Armoury is delighted to announce that Lee Fields has joined our staff at the Amersham branch.

Many of you will already know Lee from Sterling Services, any number of other sites around the country or as BawFlinger on the forums.

Lee brings with him a tremendous knowledge of airsoft gained as a skirmisher over the last eleven years and having been involved in airsoft industry for the past six years. Lee’s breadth of experience in airsoft and his practical knowledge on the use of airsoft products will add further value to our customer service. (AirsoftArmoury Ltd)

The guys at Endoshoji have sent over information about the TOP MP40 release today, including some lovely high resolution shots of the new AEG. The images are very large so please be patient if you’re on a slow connection. If you want to just download one image then click here.

The MP40s literally arrived with them in Japan this afternoon (6th April) so you’re getting the photos right after the guys took them – enjoy. The MP40 is listed as a limited production run, so each dealer has only had a certain amount delivered. The second produciton run is set for May/June. You can order your MP40 from Endoshoji on their pages here.

The guys at RAP4 have lowered the price on their T68 System down to 399USD for their .68cal unit. Remember that whilst the .68cal system is setup for paint/pepper much like it’s baby brother (the T16) these systems are able to use rubber balls and other non paint based products if paint isn’t suitable for you. These systems are used by many US law enforcement bodies for training purposes quite often in conjunction with simunition based systems so they come well recommended:

T68 M203 System preice reduction form 599USD to 399USD:
You have waited and now it is here, the biggest sale of the T68 M203 ever! Get 200USD off on the T68 M203 package. You will never see the T68 M203 at this price again.

Introducing the most realistic paintball marker available today. The T68 fires standard .68 caliber paintball or pepper ball (#1). The CO2 tank is hidden inside the butt stock (#2), an option is available to mounted the CO2 tank in the front in place of the M203 (#4). The T68 has standard built in electronic trigger with settings for Auto/ Semi/ Burst (#3). The T68 most awesome feature is its ability to take any M4/AR style attachments such sights, scopes, rail mount system (#5). The T68 is built with all these features for unbelievable war games, exciting paintball tournaments and very effective live fire tactical training.

T-68 M203 Package comes with:
1 x T68 Paintball Gun,
1 x Magazine storage,
1 x Butt Stock,
1 x Electronic Trigger Assembly,
1 x Front Sight Rail,
1 x Handguard and barrel,
1 x User Manual,
1 x Barrel Plug and
1 x Tool Kit.

Technical Info
for the T68 Model M203:
Caliber .68,
Action Auto/ Semi/ Burst,
Power CO2-standard cylinder,
Magazine Capacity 150+,
Cycle Rate 15+BPS,
Standard Barrel Length 16.00″,
Length (with Standard Barrel) 33.00″,
Weight (without tank) 6.0 lbs,
Effective Range 150+ ft and comes with a 1 year warranty KT Tran, (Real Action Paintball)

Francis Leung at HobbyAsia has just sent over their April sales and offers. Here’s the latest from him:

The new Marui P226 RAIL is now available for pre-order at a special price of 99 USD! The P226 Magazine is also available under Gas Powered Gun Accessories. We expect our shipment to arrive April 24th so pre-order before the gun arrives to get the best deal of 2005! The P226 pre-order special cannot be purchased in conjunction with any other discount.

SPECIAL SALES FOR APRIL: M4A1 CARBINE $214 USD (original price 219 USD), UZI SMG $179 USD (original price 184 USD) Francis, (HobbyAsia)