[Feedback time on LCT]

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 

[Jing Gong MP5SD Any Good?]

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. 

[5 x 1,100 11.1 volt lipos deans]

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. 

 

 

[Airsoft Parts in Carry-On Luggage – My Experience with Airport Security (Spain to UK)]

8 hours ago, Dogsbody100 said:

 

 

Its yet another demonstration of how unaware and uneducated security agencies can be when it comes to airsoft.

 

 

 

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. 

[Airsoft Parts in Carry-On Luggage – My Experience with Airport Security (Spain to UK)]

5 hours ago, TheFull9 said:

I'd be interested in a further explanation of why you didn't put them in your checked/hold bag? I'm not a frequent flyer or anything, probably only done about 20 return trips in my adult life, but I've brought alllll sorts back from the US in my hold bag, zero issue or fuss. Little bottle openers that look like rounds, bladed tools, all sorts of little gun/tactical paraphernalia that's obviously legal in both countries and legal to put on the plane, just with a high potential of raising eyebrows at airports. But on the flip side I've forgotten to empty my water bottle that was in my carry-on backpack or take out a tablet (electronic) a couple of times over the years and been swiftly pulled aside and had to go back around to the start of the queue going through security.

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. 

[Airsoft Parts in Carry-On Luggage – My Experience with Airport Security (Spain to UK)]

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!

[Sold ignore]

Sold 

 

 

 

[Delta Force MP5 look-alike components help]

45 minutes ago, IOnceWas said:

That's some nice kit and useful information you provided me with!

At first, I was thinking about the UMAREX MP5. Either the Elite Force H&K or the Heckler & Koch HK MP5 A5 Dual Power Spring, I don't know which one is better.
https://evike-europe.com/78863.html - Elite Force H&K
https://evike-europe.com/2-6311.html - Heckler & Koch HK

As for the front grip, I believe I can use a Magpul AFG or something 3D printed.

The only problem I have is the extended barrel, which might not be so easy to find. 

But thank you for the help, I will consider your advice!
 

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. 

[S/H guns at full price plus]

1 hour ago, Tackle said:

You're correct, they're not allowed here, in fact anyone who's found to be repeatedly selling new stuff, say purchased cheaply on Aliexpress & then immediately posting it here at a higher price is quickly banned.

That's not to say that members can't ask whatever they want for items, or claim they're "new", but they need to be aware that they'll usually be quickly outed on threads such as Macks, or even on their own sales ads in the comments section, as you've pointed out, technically nothing sold here can claim new status if it's not accompanied by a full warranty & all it entails.

All we do ask is that if your going to post on someone else's ad, please be polite, be constructive & maybe share a valid link to show their price is overly optimistic. 

If their response is negative,  feel free to rip the 💩 out of them on Macks 🤣.

 

 

 

 

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". 



 

[Invicta Woodland site to shut down.]

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. 

[Interesting new product round-up]

28 minutes ago, rj1986 said:

Prepare to be poor. Or disappointed. No in-betweens

 

Nice Marui springer!

[The 'What have you just bought' Thread]

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. 

[Help understanding the UK laws on selling second hand RIF's]

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,

[I am just looking to get a decent airsoft rifle.]

59 minutes ago, TexasDiorite said:

Thanks man, do you know of any outstanding problems or issues with internal or external structures with the Delta Armory DA B15?

 

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.  

[Selling old SR4, no idea what the value would be]

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?

[Wolf Armouries selling up?]

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. 

[Going to Apocalypse Airsoft in Kent]

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. 

[DogTag airsoft closed?]

Just heard that it's closed permanently. Landlord didn't want to extend the lease and all social media relating to Dogtag has disappeared. 

[Red 1 Chislehurst closing.]

On 10/01/2025 at 19:18, Jaylordofwaargh said:

I had mixed feelings for it, had a couple of really good days and a couple of meh days there. But importantly I could take the bus to get there and also take the kid.

The Falkham site is not travel friendly so looking around

 

So now having looked around at Dropzone, where do they publish game days?

Sadly D&A wont be reopened any time soon, and may not even reopen at all. 

 

 

 

[Red 1 Chislehurst closing.]

6 hours ago, Jaylordofwaargh said:

I had mixed feelings for it, had a couple of really good days and a couple of meh days there. But importantly I could take the bus to get there and also take the kid.

The Falkham site is not travel friendly so looking around

 

So now having looked around at Dropzone, where do they publish game days?

 

Facebook only. They are currently on a winter break. 

[Red 1 Chislehurst closing.]

34 minutes ago, Tackle said:

Does anyone know if the site comes under the ulez zone ?

Just outside it. 

[Red 1 Chislehurst closing.]

1 hour ago, Colin Allen said:

Excellent!  I assume it is the old Doomsday site, so will be heading back there.

Its the very same site 

[Red 1 Chislehurst closing.]

2 hours ago, Colin Allen said:

Has anyone tried D&A Dropzone?  It seems to be pretty exclusively inhabited by people from the Baltic states.

Yup. Love going there. Really nice bunch of people and it's very family friendly. 

[Red 1 Chislehurst closing.]

1 minute ago, AirsoftTed said:

Sad to see another site go.

 

Not sure if it's still there as I'm up in Scotland now - but there is (or was) also Tactical Warfare Airsoft in Croydon/New Addington.  That's where I started out 12 years ago!

AHH yes I keep forgetting about that one... It's so bad 😬

[Red 1 Chislehurst closing.]

Red 1 has announced the last game day at Chislehurst is this weekend and they are moving to Fawkham... I hope it's a brand new site, but I am guessing the old Bedlam Paintball site (Which was briefly used by Mayhem SE (The Kent based one) or they might share the Ultimate Wargames site. 

 

This is significant as both Bunker and Chislehurst have shut down in a couple of months, which means only three active sites still left within the M25 (And only just!) 

 

D&A Dropzone in Swanley, Tactical Warfare in Croydon and Mayhem in Abridge being the last three. 

 

Edit: They are site sharing with Ultimate Wargames. I assume they will rotate weekly, UG being on Saturdays and R1 beings on Sundays. It's a shame because Chislehurst used to be a bus ride away from Central London. Fawkham is two trains and a 1 hour walk uphill.