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The quality control on AK rear and front sight alignment is just awful. I have bought at least 6 AKs from LCT in past and I had to return 2 of them because the trunnion pin holes themselves were so badly drilled that the rear sight could never be aligned correctly with the path of the BB. Even when the trunnion is drilled in the right place, the front sight still needs a hammer to adjust it in the right place because the front sight pin holes are not drilled/pressed in the right place. Are there any plans to make this process more accurate? I have never had this problem with E&L AKs. I would love to see the AKM-63 back in the UK

I would no get one if only for the old school TM style Hop unit adjustment. It's incredibly easy for it to adjust itself after full autoing. The only MP5 style I will get is one with the sliding style hop unit.

Honestly, though I cant speak for anyone else, I would never touch a 2nd hand battery, especially if they have started becoming puffy. Chuck the puffy ones and try and sell the two that arent.

The issue is, Airsoft is not mainstream. It's why even though we put UKARA numbers on rifles we import, they still get pulled aside by the average Border force worker. Because they don't know what a UKARA number is. Only when they get seized does it get to someone who might know what it is. There is a big issue with people not wanting Airsoft to become legal in a black and white sense. They would rather have it be in this legal grey area so that it can't be changed or legislated from central government. One of the downsides of this is the lack of awareness. Having said that. Security knew exactly that it was suspect, and did the right thing and call in the police who know exactly what it is. Personally I would rather have Airsoft recognised much like Paintball, and take the risk of more control so I know I am safe in the knowledge I can buy more toys without the possibility of them being banned in the future. It would also mean less issues at the borders for people who are meant to have them.

I get to visit Spain every month for 6 days and have storage there for clothes etc, so I only ever need to take a small backpack with me on flights.

Just wanted to share my experience flying from Spain (Malaga) to the UK with internal airsoft parts in my carry-on luggage, in case it helps anyone considering the same. This could probably help in some other EU countries as well. Background: I only considered doing this because I had pre-purchased parts from Finland and Italy to arrive at my address in Spain. Nearly everything was RetroArms parts at significant discounts — hard to come by and expensive to replace. The only non-RetroArms item was the LCT AK magwell spacers. I was trying to avoid shipping them separately or risking them in checked baggage due to time and coordination issues. Previous Experience: On a past trip, I had tried to take an airsoft pistol magazine in carry-on. In hindsight I couldn't believe I even tried this, I should have known better. It was flagged immediately and security said I’d have to either check it in the hold (too late) or have it confiscated. I chose the latter. Lesson learned: magazines are a definite no in hand luggage. This Time: I packed the following internal-only parts in my carry-on: 2 gearboxes 2 motor cages 2 spring guides 1 cylinder 1 cylinder head LCT AK magwell spacers Nothing was externally gun-shaped or capable of functioning on its own. All were purely internal upgrade components. I also brought: Paperwork detailing what the items were, receipts and why I had them. In both Spanish and English. My best attempt at staying calm and cooperative despite being rushed (I woke up an hour before the flight and was rushing like hell to get to the airport, don't do that!) What Happened: After going through the scanner, my bag was immediately pulled aside. Security flagged the contents as “weapon-like in nature.” I explained and handed over the documentation. A police officer was called. Thankfully, he knew what airsoft was and confirmed the parts were internal-only and not part of a replica. He still went to check with his superior, since it was a fairly large quantity. The superior gave the green light, but warned me not to do it again, emphasizing that other officers could have refused it entirely. I ended up having to sprint through the airport and barely made my flight. It was a close call as I had 7 minutes to run from Security, through Passport control and to the gate at the furthest end of B Terminal! Key Point: Even if what you’re carrying is legal, that does not mean you have the right to bring it in carry-on. Airport security and airline staff have full discretion to confiscate or deny boarding over any item they find suspicious, even if it’s not prohibited by law. Final Thoughts: I got through this time because I had paperwork, remained polite, and the police officer was informed. But it could have easily gone the other way. TL;DR: Only tried this because I had pre-bought RetroArms parts at a discount, shipped to Spain from Finland and Italy. Packed all internal parts: no replica externals, no magazines. Bag was pulled aside, police were called, and I was let through after a warning. Legal doesn’t mean allowed — security can refuse anything. Wouldn’t try it again — too stressful and risky. If you do intend to try this. Please make sure you heed the above!

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Dual power spring is an Low Power AEG as in. Plastic gearbox and FPS lower than 200. You need a proper AEG with metal gearbox to go skirmishing. Also the LPAEG will struggle with compatible parts.

So in my example of an ICS SIg 551 MRS where I bought it as New Old Stock and in basic testing I found it to be firing hot, the hop rubber had perished and I had to Model and 3D print in steel a proprietary part. Would this still not be considered "As New"? When selling stuff, you only get a "As New" and "Used" Option. "As new" by dictionary default is not Brand New, but it's closer to "Like New". So no warranty can be implied by "As New".

But a new one opening at "Somepoint" In Yalding this year. I take that with a pinch of salt, but Invictas Woodland site was pretty good, so it's a shame to hear.

Nice Marui springer!

So the gearbox in my E&L AKM is deemed to be defective as the Motor cage wont attach tightly enough in any direction and sounds awful as soon as the pistol grip is attached. Decided to swap in the gearbox in my LCT AMD-65 to the E&L (Whilst swapping the Cylinder to a full type. And going RetroArms/Mosfet for the AMD) RetroArms V3 CNC QSC Gearbox. LCT Magwell Spacer x2 RetroArms CNC Cylinder Head RetroArms CNC Type C Cylinder RetroArms CNC Steel Bearings RetroArms CNC Tappet Plate RetroArms CNC Fire Selector Screw RetroArms CNC Motor Cage RetroArms CNC Nozzle (19.7 and 19.8mm) Perun V3 Optical Perun Clicker XT M105 Spring Solink 12:1 Helical gears SHS Anti Reversal Latch This is paired with an existing T238 Brushless Motor and Prommy 363mm barrel.

I have sold to the Channel Islands before and it means that the Importer has to make sure they follow all the local laws required, but also the exporter has to fill in a declaration form. Honestly I would rather avoid going through it again,

The problem is that every individual rifle is different because "Airsoft Tolerances". One person could have a completely different experience with the exact same rifle. Airsoft QC is crap and it doesnt necessarily get better the more you pay. You could look on the classifieds for something that has a better spec and in theory, because it's been used before you at least know it works. But you could also have a seller that is lying to you. Buying new you could end up with a lemon and you have to attempt to send it back, but many Airsoft shops will fight tooth and nail to blame the fault on you. As an example, (And a shameless plug). I am selling a New Old Stock Dytac M4 for £140, Aluminium Reciever, very solid build, its essentially a gussied up Cyma. I have fired it to make sure it works, but beyond that, I wouldn't provide any warranty as a private sale. But the price is about 60% of the new price that a shop would charge, but they in theory provide a warranty. So it's priced accordingly. There are no guarantees. And be prepared to pay extra on top to get issues fixed and parts replaced.

I know Wolf Armouries were trying to sell their SR4 for about £75 brand new for years, only shifted last year. SO I would say maybe £40?

I went in yesterday at lunchtime. They have very few bb bottles left. Mostly the Perfect BLS .2s and .25s Tracer ones. I bought 6 bottles of the .3 Devils and a bunch of other stuff. They had none of the G&G or BLS.28s left. Got 2 Nuprol AK Flash Mags, couple of possibly Boneyard RIFs that they didn't have on the website, a couple of decent old stock Viper Special ops zipped jumpers they stopped making 15 years ago that I have been looking for for a while. It's just one guy left in the shop. The shutter is half down so he can concentrate on internet orders and people who are in the know can ring the shop when they are outside to be let in. Mostly to prevent browsers/time wasters. It's looking awfully empty in there. I was told that Saturday will likely be the last day they open.

Great site in terms of playing area. Very cliquey though. They have a "Home Team" And "Favoured Regulars" who would never do anything wrong. Also the home of the UKASA rubbish.