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I'll continue to reduce it on the advice of the moderation team. This was actually proposed by them a little while ago so you have them to thank and me to scorn for being too busy to action it properly.

Why would you want an all black or otherwise realistic gun? You're young, you should be rocking bright, fun colours. It's only us boring and sensible oldies that need RIF's.

its certainly a good start but I agree with the monkee that 14 a week is still in theory at least 56 adverts a month, I cant see any reason to need any more than 10 adverts a month, I've recently downsized my collection of 30 and I don't think I hit more than 10 at any point

Max adverts now at 14 per week down from 10 per day.

I'd like half of whatever that blokes taking. Fucking hell!

With nuprol shit. yeah right.

A Dynatex BFG. Such a clever bit of engineering and everything I’ve heard suggests I’ll still own it fully functional when I die.

https://imgur.com/a/JS6m3sn Got this TM Samurai Edge AW01 Custom from avenger63 a month or so ago, got some pick n' pluck foam for the casing so it can hold an extended mag + 3x standard mags in there nicely. I've just added a spring guide buffer to it because there's really nothing else to upgrade internally, it's solid as fuck. I was disappointed that the LAM was only a torch even though it has a faux painted red-dot on the front of it, so I bought one of these from AliExpress for £60, has a torch with strobe function as well as red dot laser. And latest pic of my M41A PR: Think i'm finally happy with it now. Hopefully never have to take it apart again, full internal upgrades on every single part.

It's a legitimate tactic

Thanks for taking action, it was beginning to smell distinctly of taking the piss. I still think 14 per week is a tadge on the high side but thanks anyway

Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha Made my day, I think I know some friends Iva Bigun and Wain King.....

Load out 1: Operator Probably my favourite one- Warrior Chest Rig, Helikon IFAK, dummy PRC152, x3 PMAGs, TQ for decoration, Gerber Strongarm (this is replaced on game days with a rubber bladed knife). Z Tac Headset and SEAL Team Cap. Over a simple button down shirt and jeans, with a 5.11 belt and Blackhawk Glock Holster. Loadout 2: SWAT The generic SWAT operator load out, MilTec Plate carrier, CAT TQ, Dummy PRC152, x3 Condor Mag Pouches, Blackhawk Glock holster on the belt, plus x2 M4 mag pouches and x1 pistol mag pouch. Up top is a Nuprol FAST helmet, with Earmor M32s. (the SEAL team call sign patches are going!)

Unfortunately, whatever the actual circumstances or reasons behind it, this is another of those situations that make airsofter’s and firearms enthusiasts look like a bunch of nutters. There are a load of people out there who don’t understand or want to understand a persons interest in firearms, both here and in the U.S. and these things just play right into their fears and concerns. I’m not surprised companies will start to distance themselves from him. Unfortunately for him this couldn’t have happened in a worse state. If it had been the majority of other states in the U.S. he would have just been one of many guys wandering around with AR’s. Of course, the fact that he’s apparently manufactured parts without serial numbers will mean it would be an unregistered gun, which I think is a felony in most states. Any way, it looks like he’s screwed.

After taking time out (far far to long).. The first of my new loadout has arrived today! Literally just bought everything in one go! Awaiting my new boots that should arrive in the next few days!

the compact one could have some uses with a bit of custom shrouds.

Oooooh Purdey

The young ones won't get this...... lol

So Ill give some more information thats been gathered since Im US-based and have been following the release of information. Apparently he loaded up in full kit including NODs, armor, everything. Wore his old SG patch from his time in the 82nd. Took an Uber to his brother-in-law's store to defend it from looters. Saw the NG unit nearby, and this is where information starts to vary. The NG unit claims he walked up to them and stated that he was a part of their unit. They were instantly suspicious as this guy has about 40 grand in better equipment than NG get, his rifle was out of regs, NG dont get handguns and he had a tricked out one, and it wasnt a G17 or M17. So they start asking him questions about the unit, their CO, etc and he cant answer any of them. So they talk him into handing over his guns and hand him off to a LAPD unit as they arent sure what to do with him. Then it gets interesting. So as some of you might know, California has the most anal gun laws in the US. I wont get into Second Amendment rights and all that, but lets just say Cali does not like guns. And to own a firearm in Cali you have to adhere to a very strict set of requirements. You can not bring external parts into Cali, you can not modify guns, etc. Apparently Spartans AR was modified, had parts that were non-California compliant, and there have been people saying he had a "ghost" lower. This has been said to be several things, from a 3D printed lower, to a polymer lower with the serial number removed. So what are the various crimes committed here? Well, impersonating servicemen is Stolen Valor and a federal offense. Modifying a firearm is a state offense. Open carry is a state offense. And an illegal lower is a federal offense. Current estimates on his sentence really vary. Depending on the court and plea deal he may very well get away with a monetary fine and lose his ability to own a firearm (this is a guarantee of anyone convicted of a federal offense). Or, he could see up to a $60000 fine and up to 10 years total jail time, assuming sentences are concurrent. Courts often take a bit of leniency on Vets, but as its California they may very well try to bury him under the jail. Now on to things we do not know but are rumored. First off, after his arrest police raided his home and found evidence of his attempts to modify and sell illegal firearms. This has not been confirmed, and there are many who say they simply rolled up to his house, saw his gun wall of airsoft, and figured "well we got him big this time". It wouldn't be the first time people have been arrested over airsoft. If that is the case they will eventually be identified as such and wont matter. If he was indeed modifying firearms with intent to sell then we have a whole 'nother problem here. Second is the rumor that some guardsmen said something along the lines of "hey Wong, youre a cool cat, why dont you come down and hang out with use at the barricade". Again, no proof this happened, but Ive heard it mentioned by several sources. In the end it doesn't really change much as common sense should have told him that would be a bad idea, plus above modified weapons and open carry issues. If its true it might lead to those NGs getting a bit of trouble but nothing major. In the end, however, it was a very stupid thing to do. Unfortunately even if everything is dropped and he doesn't serve any time, he will be dropped by every company he works with, and will essentially have to find a new line of work. The reenactment groups he frequented have already started moving away from him, theres no doubt Magpul and the other firearm companies he speaks for will drop him, and the airsoft companies may very well do the same. He will be losing all his firearms and right to own a firearm, so thats all gone too. As my guys over at "A Very Serious Airsoft Podcast" said - "the best case scenario is that he was just very stupid."

Just to offset this thing here is what a good 9mm ak looks like. I wish g&g had made this instead.

I think that's more of an argument against mag flashes than mesh, tbh. Hope your mate makes a quick recovery. And a tidy nurse.

I'll move this to the off topic section for you Tezza... Instead of "Gas Guns"...

There you go 😜

More like £70 😅 That's my secret weapon, I roll that out to freak out the opposing team

I actually don't know how that works, so the proof will have to be in the tasting.

Apparently he's out on bail (which was set at $50k).

Interesting. That may mean theres less to this than has been announced. If they havent dropped him immediately then it may be that things are grossly overstated and it may not be a huge deal compared to what everyone thinks. Good news is that Ive seen very little in the news over him being an airsofter. A ton about him being a reenactor, but not an airsofter.

No you were right, they are definitely Italy based, but their amazon store seems to get a lot of US customers.. funny thing is a number of the poor reviews seem to be to do with purchases on boots - wrong sizes being sent, high return charges, that kinda thing. Either way, shouldn't be as much of an issue for us - have added them on 👍 https://www.amazon.com/sp?_encoding=UTF8&asin=&isAmazonFulfilled=&isCBA=&marketplaceID=ATVPDKIKX0DER&orderID=&seller=A14JNY308Z0IC7&tab=&vasStoreID=

The rifle he was carrying was made on a ghost home milled reciever and was non california compliant. He may have been arrested for impersonation but he will be going down for more than that. Edit: my source for that is a friend of his who knew his gun was non compliant. He made a video talking about the situation but has since taken it down probably because he incriminated himself.

Sellers name is Tom Tank Is that Cockney Rhyming Slang for W@nk 👋 ??

at that point... the work had better be carried out by the TM masters where they have employed a thousand fairies to infuse extra magic into what is probably only an averagely performing Rif... 😅

I am genuinely gob smacked at that.... I mean no offense but £800 for a cyma should make alarm bells start ringing across the nation.... 😂😂😂

Try Boomarms they are flexible http://boomarms.com/shop/item.cfm?id=ACE-PMAG-MWS-BK&curr_code=USD

Have I got the car for you Pontiac Aztec

I quite like the really compact one. I'll show myself out.

Hi folks, I've gone over to GBBR and just don't see myself using the Devgru again, hadn't used it at any game days well before lockdown kicked in and just seems daft to hold onto it and let it gather dust. If it was just a stock Devgru I'd advertise at the usual 50%-70% retail and hope for the best, but due to the nature of the extensive upgrades and Gucci mid-caps - I'm genuinely at a loss as to where to come in at an asking price (that would be fair on both myself and a potential buyer) TM HK416 'Devgru' approx 2 years old. Few minor cosmetic marks from skirmishing, but generally excellent condition. Approx 340 fps (with .20's) Upgrades installed by the renowned Sam Liggat at Kingdom of Airsoft in Dundee. Recoil Service (please see their website for everything that this includes) Prometheus Recoil Gears Eagle6 Recoil Main Spring Prometheus Purple Hop Rubber EdGI AEG Barrel KoA Blueprinted Motor Deans conversion Gate Titan MOSFET Custom R-Hop (for .30 / .32 weight bb's) I have the original invoices from Kingdom of Airsoft to prove all upgrades. Includes: Orginal box x1 brand new TM NGRS midcap x5 PTS NGRS PMAG's (3 used with ranger plates attached, 2 brand new) <---- very Gucci and sought after. Comes with original iron sights and suppressor I don't have the original vertical foregrip. As a side note, I will NOT sell the PMAGS separately so dont even ask!

It's a super cheap £4 part, get the shs red version, this seems to have the best compatibility.

Oddly enough, the trigger contacts seem to be moving back and forth like normal when the gearbox is open, i'll try running it with one side off to see if i put a different part in a weird place that keeps the contacts from working. The motor cage (if you mean inside the grip), is polymer, so yay non conductive materials. Ok i was able to recreate it with one half of the gearbox shell off. It is indeed the trigger contacts. Most of the time, i can push the trigger and let go and the moving side will return to its original position. However, on occasion, about every 10 times i pull the trigger, it will get stuck on the other one and the motor will continue to be powered. Not sure what this could be caused by, but would the best solution just be to get new trigger contacts? edit; just read the first reply again, and lol, you got it.

Running socks, they might be french or Italian issue 😜 (Sorry Skara)

30 adverts ongoing at the mo and that's not including the completed/uncompleted ones

There are sports and sports. From the general definition of sport airsoft can be an activity, but is a long way from being a 'recognised sport' under the criteria of Sport England etc. The government classification as an 'activity' is valid. Even if an activity is recognised as a sport, then that doesn't mean all playing of it is sport. Football is a sport, Sunday league pub football is sport, but a kick about in the park isn't. Elements of airsoft and paintball could meet the starting criteria of Sport England, these would be tournament speedsoft and tournament paintball. Other competitive forms could also meet the starting criteria such as the woods ball league, and arguably our Battle Royale 'tournaments'. Prizes & prize money - perhaps, but it depends on the type of competition. Sponsorship would also depend - in itself it doesn't imply a sport, and there are some very loose definitions of 'sponsorship'. Paintball has a long tradition of 'sponsorship' which is a glorified discount. Very few have a real sponsorship which is a two way relationship. For the purposes of the current thread, airsoft and paintball are activities and will have to wait a bit longer. For resilience with an organisation and representation paintball is in a fairly good position with recognition of the UKPSF as a representative body to government, but a disappointing low number of player membership. The wider world of paintball isn't all rosy though - an attempt to form the WPBO (World Paintball Organisation) and to create one international tournament rulebook failed from the start. (Millennium rules were fairly well established as a common rulebook in Europe and the UK, and many assorted league rules in the US.) From the offset the 'one' rule book had certain rules for the US and certain rules for the UK, and any company or league in the US that weren't part of the WPBO collaborative or didn't; like personalities ran their own leagues to their own rules. Airsoft did well with the ABA, UKARA & UKASGB working with the government the VCR bill prior to the VCRA enactment and establishing the skirmisher defence, but from what I have seen the UKARA would be a special interest group rather than a representative body. ** Update correction Association of British Airsoft The United Kingdom Airsoft Retailers Association The United Kingdom Airsoft Sites Governing Body

Teamwork. I always start the day talking to the people I'm going with about how we'll work together and how cool it'll be the the whistle blows and I'm on my own inside 5 minutes. I do well on my own and join up with people I run into when I need to but I spend most of the day having no idea where my mates are until we get back to the spawn between games

For indoor CQB it would be hard for me to recommend any site other than Level 2 airsoft when it comes to the North West. Level is based in Atherton and it's a pretty big site with a varied layout which offers some incredibly close engagements and opens up enough to allow for some decent longer ranged engagements too. When it comes to outdoor I tend to travel a bit further a field although Anzio used to have a decent reputation. I'm not sure if they offer a rental service. One thing to bear in mind is that a lot of the airsoft community will be waiting to see which sites will re-open. Nonetheless it certainly sounds like you've given it some thought and that you're approaching it the right way. Welcome to the hobby and here's hoping that once we return to some form of normality you stick around and enjoy yourself.

I aspire to one day enjoy a job as much as Marui Man enjoys his.

It gets to the point where it starts entering the realms of overshooting. If It takes one bb to take somebody out, surely a blank grenade only needs to loud enough to let people know they've been hit by a grenade. If you want to stick yourself in a shipping container and drop a grenade in to stun yourself, knock yourself out, but not everybody is signing up for a free tinnitus trial.

Mag flashes are stupid. Nothing to do with Mesh V/s anything. The site should review the use of them as personally if someone chucked that at me and it burnt my gear I'd be pretty fucked off.

Much as I like to hate mesh and recommend people use full face goggles, plus my ignorance of ‘mag flash’ and only having just looked them up ........ The issue here appears to be magflash

man fuck mag flash I don't want that thrown at me 😟

I'd like to start off this thread by saying that the pistols, rifles and shotguns that I recommend are, and always will be, from my own experience of using them and by popular opinion from regular users on here, other forums and other reputable sources. This thread will also be updated over time. The amount of threads I keep seeing about this subject literally popping up every other week is getting a tad bit annoying, so, I figured I'd create this thread to save people from repeating themselves. So, you're a new player looking for a decent gun hmm? You have a set budget for a gun that will be suitable for skirmishing and won't break anytime soon. If you have a budget of £20 - £60, these guns will do just fine. Primarily gas and spring. - Any Double Eagle/AGM single-shot shotgun: These things have good range with .25g BB's and don't shoot above site limits, for around £30 you can't go wrong. Bison shotguns are a good option if you prefer a different look. - Any Double Eagle tri-shot shotgun: Like the single-shot shotguns, these also have good range but cost slightly more (around £50.) Do not purchase the Marui tri-shots new because, personally, the quality is on par with the Double Eagle tri-shots, not worth above £100. Cyma make metal tri-shot shotguns with folding stocks, full stocks, stockless and all metal or polymer for under or a bit over £100 depending on the model. G&P shotguns are outdated and overpriced, avoid. - ASG, KJWorks, HFC MK23: Absolutely the best gas pistol for under £70, very efficient, accurate and cheap to buy. The included 'silencer' will increase the FPS, try to find the Marui silencer to make it deadly silent. - Cyma AEP's: Like the MK23, these AEPs are excellent for the money, reliable gearboxes, some upgrade options out there on sites such as Eagle6 and Firesupport, magazines are very cheap, LiPo kits are also available and are a worthy upgrade. - HFC gas pistols: These are OK for around £30, average accuracy and gas efficiency, plastics used aren't great BUT the pistols are rugged enough for skirmishing, but they won't stand up to long-term use, consider saving up for the MK23. If you have a budget of £60 - £100, this is an ok budget for a gun. - KJWorks P226, Glocks, M9s and 1911s: These guns are absolutely solid, will last a long time if taken care of. Good kick, average gas efficiency due to metal construction, fully Marui compatible. These are capable of using Co2, but is strongly advised due to inconsistent FPS. Magazines are poor quality and WILL leak during your ownership, replacing them with Marui magazines is advised. The paint that is used is very easily chipped. - WE Glocks, P226, M9s, XDMs and PX4's: Like KJWorks pistols, these pistols are very solid performers and are reliable, average gas efficiency and good range. Avoid purchasing second hand, these pistols are usually very well used in their lifetime, check the condition of the pistol before considering purchasing. The Glocks are slightly fatter than the real thing, so as such, they do not fit most plasic holsters, either trim the holster or purchase an adjustable cloth holster. The paint on the pistols is slightly better than the KJWorks, but will still easily be scratched off. - ASG Dan Wesson revolvers: These guns are reliable, but have no hop up, so they lack range. Only capable of holding 6 rounds, these are not suitable for skirmishing due to the lack of range and the inconsistent FPS. Good, realistic backyard plinkers for collectors. - JG Skorpion, Mac 10: These are very reliable and rugged AEP's, clones of the Marui so plenty of upgrade options and magazines online from sites such as Eagle6. You will be outgunned by regular AEG's such as Combat Machines however due to the small gearbox and weak motor. Will make a decent side arm if using a high-capacity magazine. - Well R4 & R2: Decent AEP's, on par with JG. Clones of the Marui, so upgrade options are available. The plastic Well use for the AEPs are very poor, and will shatter under heavy use. The R4's magazine release will snap if used a lot, so take care. Please consider the JG over the Well if possible. If you have a set budget from £100 - £200, the options are essentially endless. This is the budget you need for a good reliable gun. Spring guns aren't included on this list as you'll end up spending more than you'll realise when you end up upgrading them. AEGS: - Any: G&G Combat Machines/GC16, Cyma AK's/Mp5's/M14's, JG G36/AUG/AK's/G3s, ICS M4's/Mp5's(Sportline)/AK's/G33/Sigs/Mx5's, Classic Army Mp5's/M4's/AK's/P90, SRC G36's, ASG Sten-gun/MP40/MP44/AUGs(JG)/M14(Cyma), APS AK's, King Arms P90 and D-Boys KAC/AK's. Pistols: - Any: Tokyo Marui gbb pistols! Their Hi-capas, Glocks, M9's and 1911's have the most after market parts. KWA/KSC pistols are also very good, the Glocks are extremely robust apart from the full auto versions due to their weak fire selector. Marui pistols will work fine on propane/green gas, though I wouldn't recommend using propane/green gas in them on warm days, stick to HFC gas instead. KWA/KSC gbb's have inferior hop up designs, as the 'nub' that is used to apply pressure is just a tiny ball bearing, whereas in the Marui pistols, they use VSR buckings and regular nubs. "Why aren't sniper rifles/DMR's included?" . Spring guns aren't included on this list as you'll end up spending more than you realise when you start upgrading them to 'outperform everyone on the field'. DMR's are just AEG's; put an oversized scope on an unweildy rifle and you've got a DMR. If you have a set budget above £200 to £300, any AEG will do. Consider Krytac AEG's as they're very well shimmed and have excellent air compression. If you like realism, try gas blowback rifles such as WE/GHK/KJWorks, the WE's will definitely require upgrading for long-term use, also consider HPA use for consistency (or Tippman M4's). If you don't like the idea of buying gas but still want the realism, consider the Marui recoil shock series or CTW's. Hope this helps!