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Banned from zero in and the NAF for life? Don't you threaten me with a good time.....

This was my immediate reaction. I use gas guns and my most used main gun is a gas bolt action that I have to tweak that at the start of every game day since weather conditions affect the power. If I go to a game day and it's 18 celcius, then turn up to the NAF and it's 25 celcius, my gun will obviously be over the limit if I don't tweak it. It's also why I usually aim for about 2 - 2.1J at the morning chrono rather than 2.2 - 2.3J, because it gives me a bit of room as a buffer against temperature increases through the day.

Hmm. Biohazard is doing that, they record the chrono figure against your name on the sign-in sheet. I'm guessing this is an insurance requirement, because I can't see any real purpose that's served over a simple pass/fail. "If" is doing some Herculean lifting there. Of course they're going to "differ", especially for gas guns. But why would that matter if the field chrono isn't over the limit? Yet again, a site is spaffing out some words that (probably) don't represent what they actually mean. As we say in Jockshire to confirm that we really believe something: Aye, right. Everybody does. Which is exactly why pre-game chrono should be viewed as a service to help honest players determine that they won't get caught hot in game, rather than a process that has any chance of catching cheaters. Again I'd have to assume that they meant to say "You can chrono again at NAF if you are worried." The sloppy communication just highlights a site representative who doesn't take this at all seriously.

Thank you both so much, you’ve been incredibly insightful. currently I have no airsoft guns but I do have a lot of Nerf guns that were painted/distressed to give a more realistic vibe, ranging from sci-fi through to straightforward looking pieces, I would like to run a skirmish here in the future but that won’t involve me supplying guns etc I’ve included a few images for reference

*cough* I think you mean... 'POLYMER' *cough*

Just to clarify, I don't have an issue with emailing, providing there's been a bit of chat or atleast some clarification sort of thing. Not in the very first message get a basic "I have this, email me @....... " Nothing about the items condition or any info for that matter, like you've got to go fishing for it all.

It'll almost certainly have to do with people being too lazy to contact their mobile networks to remove adult blocks - AFUK gets caught by them on Three, O2 and EE. Emails don't get blocked by some arbitrary age restriction.

I don't do any buying or selling either, but to me wanting to take comms straight to e mail is a definite red flag to me, especially if it's from a new member or one with few posts.

Why did the chicken commit suicide? So it could get to the other side.

That's my thoughts, But was more it seems to becoming a regular occurance. So wasn't sure if a new thing to do or not. But will stick to my gut instinct and stick to the chat on here. Just been watchful as nearly scammed twice this year and twice before Xmas. The one before xmas was so comical. Was a user called "adams34". Who was trying to sell me something, and claiming it was his. Till I pointed out it was already sold else where. ? Cheers bud.

Welcome. The posts above have covered the buying rifs so I won't add anything more to that. Setting up a site can be a long and complicated process, especially for someone new to the game. Personally I'd contact local sites to see if they're interested in using the site. That way someone else gets the hassle of dealing with airsofters (making sure everyone knows what's going on and are in the right place can be like herding cats sometimes). Their knowledge and experience means they'll also be able to see and head off any potential issues before they become a problem. Oh, and nice job with the props

There’s no such thing as a RIF licence. There are restrictions on the sale, manufacture, import of RIFs under the VCRA with defences: Cosplay is not a defence (despite claims by a certain retailer) ’Professional cosplay’ (not dressing up and paying to get into a comicon) can be ‘theatrical’ with the public appearances and appropriate liability insurance etc Stills photography is not a defence - but film is (not just YouTube) The VCRA references the copyright act https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/1988/48/section/5B For your primary requirement of photography there may be elements of a defence and you can contact retailers on that basis. But you don’t have to own the props to take photos, (of course if you own the props for the photography you want then you can select your models rather than relying on whoever has their own props). You can still ask out for RIF owners to loan props - perhaps take some photos of them as well as the main photo shoot or see if who offers fits into your planned photos To become a venue you don’t need your own RIFs if you are running an event for existing players with their own equipment. You do need to not go in blind and involve experienced organsiers/marshalls/players If you’re a venue with the appropriate safety set up and liability insurance then you would meet the criteria with the purpose being to run airsoft skirmishing, therefore wouldn’t sign up to the UKARA as a player but as a venue Contact the UKARA and other sites for advice and wholesale/major retailers regarding buying RIFs as a site

Welcome! To avoid confusion, UKARA is one of several defences for a retailer to sell you a RIF, not a licence. You don't need a licence to own or purchase an airsoft gun. Liability insurance and a risk assessment should be prioritised before becoming a UKARA member site as a suitable liability insurance policy is required when you apply to become a UKARA member site. If you wish to purchase RIFs before getting your site fully set up, you can ask at an airsoft site that is registered with UKARA for an application form. You need to play 3 games with a minimum of 56 days between your first and third games where the site owner/director/host/marshal vouches for you and signs the form. After your third game is signed off, the site will submit your application to UKARA and shortly after that, you receive an email confirming your membership, number and expiry date (about 12 months after you are confirmed as a UKARA member). It's probably worth having a butcher's at the UKARA site. http://ukara.org.uk/ Good luck with your site!

That's an insane decision to make. I saw a post about this on Reddit that's pretty funny. Can I just drive through this speed camera at 20 now, so I can do 70 later? Honestly, how this got approved and made its way through multiple people before being posted without being flagged as a REALLY bad idea is wild.

An old Pilot sat down in Starbucks and ordered a cup of coffee. As he sat sipping his coffee, a young woman sat down next to him. She turned to the pilot and asked, ‘Are you a real pilot?’ He replied, ‘Well, I’ve spent my whole life flying biplanes, Cubs, Aeronca’s, Neiuports, flew in WWII in a B-29, and later in the Korean conflict, taught 50 people to fly and gave rides to hundreds, so I guess I am a pilot – what about you?’ She said, ‘I’m a lesbian. I spend my whole day thinking about naked women. As soon as I get up in the morning, I think about naked women. When I shower, I think about naked women When I watch TV, I think about naked women. It seems everything makes me think of naked women.’ The two sat sipping in silence. A little while later, a young man sat down on the other side of the old pilot and asked, ‘Are you a real pilot?’ He replied, ‘I always thought I was, but I just found out I’m a lesbian.’

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Love my 249 spitting 6mm bb's ??

At the risk of putting this thread back on topic, there was nothing in the King's Speech suggesting further banning replica guns or removing the airsoft exemption...

Following Thanks for Playing Along, Old School DPM ???

The point at which the hose goes into the connector block that then fits into the magwell ? If so, then , no, not had any issues there. I did have the other end of that hose pop out of the push fit connector on top of the gas tank a few times early on. I cant remember if I cured that by shortening the pipe and cutting it properly square or if I replaced the fitting on the tank, but it doesn't do it now . I've never had the block apart so i'm not rure of exactly how it's sealed. If it were me I would considder having a word with the retailer you got it from , or email VFC .

Yeah, I’d be a bit hesitant as well if straight of the bat it was a case of, can you email me. Especially if it’s a new member, no, or very few posts and no feedback. Probably best to ignore those, or be very wary when dealing with them.

Hi everyone, nice to meet you. Recently moved to the London and looking to get into the Hobby here. There seems to be dead links in: Any tips on getting started with the hobby in London specifically, not keen to travel too far just yet, and knowing that I have no social group to play with. regards and have a nice weekend!

Hi bud. Hope you enjoy your new, expensive,pastime lol. Best thing is to just go to your nearest or chosen site and get talking to the regulars. We love to talk ? and that way you will soon get to know who plays on a team and then ask to tag along and find out what it's all about.? Or maybe get a friend interested and have a two man team that way you can play your own game at your own pace. Have fun though and remember to call ya hits?

Hi mate, did you have any issuesnwith gas leaking after shortening the hose? I'm experiencing leaking gas around the hose connected to the part which connects to the gun and can't seem to seel it any ideas?

Probably looking at around £100-£150 for the set imo , a bit vague I know but it all depends on who’s looking and when . I fitted a genuine set of 1980’s olive furniture to my GBBR and it’s 100% a lovely upgrade , yours being ( I assume ) modified in some way already will be a decent plus point for an airsoft build .

Very cool There’s definitely a market out the for them Sorry, but no idea on value (I once held an LCT G3 with real wood kit and the steel/wood combo smelled awesome ?)

I'm confused too. If those numbers are right, it's testing at 3.92J. Not enough for some super-spicy European countries, but way higher than anything we should be catching in the UK. It's also far higher than EN166 F, which plenty of people wear without issues. Not something I'd do, I always wear a strap-on, but I've never seen or heard of any eyepro actually failing on site. Aaah, now that makes sense. Thanks for reading on a bit.

Trying to find a left handed holster for an M&P9L. But coming up back where do people recommend to get one made ? I prefer a button release over friction fit but beggars can't be choosers Cheers

Looks like another good, & well priced option?

I mean, we all know that we are each going to end up just getting both. I'm not sure why we carry on this pretence!

https://deadlycustoms.co.uk/product/mp9-kydex-dc1-series-holster/ Options are there for left/right hand, mountings, mid ride, and a QLS instead of just friction fit.

I have both and prefer these to the warrior one: https://www.patrolbase.co.uk/swiss-arms-adaptx-level-2-adaptable-holster

I'll be honest I didn't know they were a thing. Looks perfect thank you

I'm holding out for a not shit Tavor... and an M240B that isn't crazy expensive.

Have you considered a warrior assault systems universal holster, adjustable to fit most mid sized automatics, & it's a thumb push button trigger lock. They're available in left or right handed, & numerous colours or camos.

I'd be interested in your opinion when it arrives - for my next RIF I had been waiting for the S&T Lee Enfield No4. when it finally lands on these shores, but this might have just put the cat amongst the pigeons.

I don't think they're getting desperate as according to their website just over 2000 players are booked to go, to me this is just laziness on their part. Less guns to chrono means more time for them to stand around doing fuck all

What could possibly go wrong? I respect the sites I've played at having done not just the chrono tests at the start of the day but an unplanned chrono test later to confirm people were still in the limits, especially as the heatwave did risk putting some of us above the limit by the afternoon. "Everyone's a winner" Great tune by Hot Chocolate but I don't think anyone losing sight in one eye will consider themselves a winner.

So it'll be no different to every other year then

I took my wife to be tested for Tourette’s Syndrome, but the test came back negative. Turns out I am a cunt and she does want me to fuck off.

Doc: “Hi – I am sorry but I have bad news, and I have very bad news. Which one do you want first?” Patient: “ok, give me the very bad news first” Doc “We have received the latest test results and you have been diagnosed with Ligma. You only have 1 day to live” Patient: “Just 1 day?! … what’s the bad news then?” Doc: “I tried to call you yesterday, but you didn’t pick up your phone”

Awesome. Mines got the king arms doofer on the front so it's basically a suppressor with a mag and trigger. ? I was looking for that daft hop cover that retracts, the plate on top of my v3 had the bits missing and the rubber covers went AWOL too. ???

I saw a police alsatian wearing a grey jumper. It was a plain clothes police dog

A bit of advice.... Never read a pop up book about giraffes!

Went to a Trump rally this weekend. All I got was this bloody T-shirt...

I'm actually gone be moving to London soon too, East Croydon to be exact and then I will be on the same boat as you trying to find sites to play. Luckily I have gear and rifles

London is rather large ... roughly which bit? Do you have your own transport? How far are you willing to go? Welcome to the site! The last thing to worry about is a social network of airsofters... I regularly go on my tod. Airsofters are a friendly bunch.

Hi bud. Nice to meet you as well. I bet I know what gun you want to get ? Check out 'playairsoft.co.uk' that will tell you about any sites near you. Be prepared to have your wallet hoovered clean lol. Find a site near you,make a booking as a rental player(I'm assuming you don't have any kit yet) and go along. You will need some sensible oldish clothes but make sure you are well covered. Good sturdy boots with ankle support are a must as is good quality eye protection with ballistic rating of En166,En172. No eye pro no play. As a rental you will get a gun,battery and ammo.there will probably be full face masks if you want. It would be a good idea to use them to start with. You will still need your eye pro though. Talk to people there,you will find them ready and willing to help you out with any questions.(I wouldn't though cause I'm an anti social git!) If you enjoy it and want to carry on then that's good but be prepared to spend ? Good luck? Regards