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  1. Latest broken gun. Only one week old :( Went to reload it and the whole plastic back section has disintegrated. 

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    I should be able to get a replacement as its very new. But I also spoke to Maxtact who apparently have replaced that part with a stronger polymer one as this is not a one off. They are hoping to push the new part out to retailers shortly. So the question is... Do I get a new one, but run the risk of getting an older one with the same soft part. Or get the newer part in and put in this one?

    1. Druid799

      Druid799

      I’d get on to the makers and play bollox with them ! ask for either a replacement gun or the new part at the least .

    2. Prisce

      Prisce

      Get the newer part. That cheap plastic isn't made to put up with the abuse these guns give.

  2. Decided on what rifle to get next, but the pound is doing terribly against the Euro. Going to have to hold off for now and hope the exchange rate gets a little better... But there are only 2 left in the entire EU!

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    2. Rogerborg

      Rogerborg

      Well, since you went there, Sterling has been over-valued for decades.


      Here's our 10 year balance of trade.  Note that in February this year it was over £7 billion, just in one month - the wrong way.

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      That reflects money leaving our economy, and ultimately it only comes back in when DeM MusLaMiCs (or the Russians and Chinese) purchase up our infrastructure for rent-seeking purposes, which just leads to even more money flowing out.

       

      Those of us who work in exports (you're welcome) would like to see Sterling come down a fair bit yet to make us more competitive in a global consumer market that values low price over high quality.

       

      It doesn't have to be that way: historically we've had period of trade surplus.

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      I'm sorry if the long overdue correction to Sterling makes toy gun purchases or booze cruises in Shagaluf more expensive, but it's an inevitable result of living in a high cost, high tax economy with an inflated currency.

       

      Also, send 'em all back, mine the channel, mandatory gammon three meals a day, and so on.

    3. Asomodai

      Asomodai

      @Rogerborg I am aware of that. Interest rates have been artificially low for a very long time to try and increase growth, but it's just not effective anymore and we are trapped as an economy. 

       

      In terms of buying a toy gun, this is still a good time to buy... so we'll see. 

  3. Cant go wrong with this for the money. Wolf got a massive shipment in ages ago but no one bought them. https://wolfarmouries.co.uk/tokyo-marui-colt-m45a1-cqb-u-s-m-c-pistol.html Usually they sell for around 165.
  4. I think TM's are the only true useful 1911s purely due to the Plastic slide. Plus with the M45A1 mags they last a bit longer gas wise. (Slightly larger gas reservoir then standard 1911 mags.) But hey, if its just for backyard plinking I don't see the problem with a metal one. Mine isn't exactly a 1911. Its a TM Strike Warrior which is essentially a Hicappa 4.3 upper, with a plastic Detonics slide and strike face, but with a 1911 lower. It is considered one of the best stock pistol trigger pulls on a gas pistol on the market.
  5. This time of year the gas efficiency isn't an issue. 1911's are the most satisfying pistols to shoot because of the single action in my opinion. I love taking mine on skirmishes
  6. More bits from AK2M4. Rocket Green 16TPA Motor for my XM8 to pull the annoying Helical gear set. ZCI Advanced 18:1 gearset to replace the chewed up gears in the A&K MK43 LMG.
  7. Problems with having eclectic gun taste number 1. A varied mag collection. 

     

    4 TM Famas high caps.

    6 Cybergun Famas variable midcaps

    7 Various Large M4 High Caps

    5 Nuprol NType M4 midcaps

    2 Mag M4 Midcap shorts.

    1 PTS Magpul Short M4 Midcap

    3 SVD High caps

    6 SL8 low caps

    6 MP5 High Caps

    4 VSR mags

    6 G36 High Caps

    1 G&P G36 Midcap (Need to get a full set)

    3 TM M9 Mags

    3 TM M45a1 1911 mags

    3 AUG high caps

    1 Aug midcap

    3 KSG Gas tanks

    7 Shotty Shells

    5 P90 Midcaps

    1 G36 3000 rd CType drum mag

    1 MK43 Box mag. 

     

     

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    2. Adolf Hamster

      Adolf Hamster

      yeah, something like that, never really counted but they hold a decent amount for their size.

    3. Asomodai

      Asomodai

      I doubt i'd have the cash, but hit me up if you decide to sell them ;)

    4. Adolf Hamster

      Adolf Hamster

      will bear that in mind, gonna keep them till i'm sure these new ones are good then might move them on.

  8. New SE Tour Review is up. AWA Herts! 

     

  9. Site Name: AWA Herts Contact details: 07732 184957 Website Address: http://www.awaherts.com/ Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/AwaHerts/ Site Address: Matthams Wood, Sawbridgeworth, Herts, CM21 0LT My battle buddy and I popped along to AWA Herts on Sunday (28/07/2019). The site has been going 16 years. Previous online reviews suggest it is a pretty good site. This one has been on my hit list for some time. This is a Large sized Woodland only site. Little in the way of ascent and descent with some slopes and a earthen bunker section. There are some purpose built buildings which are of wooden construction typical of airsoft sites. Some water features though they weren't in play. Mostly medium engagement distances are the order of the day. It has some fairly dense woodland with some clearings. Entrance to the site is through a farm track. Good: Chrono: A mandatory chrono was in affect and every rifle was marked. AEG FPS limits are a high 360FPS. DMR is 450 and Bolt actions are 500. Users own BB weight is used for testing. Gas pistols are usually not tested unless its C02. Fun Moments: Couldn't quite put our finger as to why, but we had some good moments during the day from a personal performance level. The Bunker defence game was a highlight for me, batting back people with my DMR was deeply satisfying. My battle buddy had possibly his best performance in airsoft. Clientele: Whilst not overly friendly (Not a huge amount of mingling between groups) everyone took their hits like a champ. I cant remember a time where people weren't calling them. Honest bunch. Average: Playing area: Standard woodland fare. It's a large site, but not massively varied. The amount of foliage around meant that long distance engagement was difficult. The Buildings were in fairly good order though looking a little tired. The bunker was an earth mound with brickwork tunnel running underneath. Food: A nice burger, with a veggie option. Chocolate and drinks available. We felt the burger price was a bit high at £5 for a double. Marshalling: Generally positive with a "but". The marshals were approachable, the safety brief was not overly long. They pushed the teams and gave help when needed. I reported an incident of one of my team giving out enemy positions after they called their hit. I reported it to a marshal who said they had already had a word with the player a couple of times and asked me if I could have a word with him? The marshals should have sat on him for it. Game modes: Pretty simple game modes, mostly attack this point with unlimited lives, defenders only have 2 lives. Timed game and then a turn around. The bunker game was pretty insane though and as stated before, a highlight. I think more variety here would be good, maybe a fall back game to take advantage of the large site. Despite the large site, short and fast games were played. We aren't sure this is the right choice though I guess this is a personal opinion! Parking: Was available on a long strip of tarmac. Can imagine it would be a little difficult to get past cars when busy, but there is plenty available. Get there early to get close to the safe zone. Safe Zone: Good size for the low numbers we had, but it was pretty tired in places. There was cover but not particularly effective, with rainwater collecting on top of a lot of them. Seats were made available. The tables were more like low wooden pallets (Though we did snag one of the few decent tables). Providing seats meant that this wasn't rated as "Bad" but it was a close thing. Bad: Shop: Limited selection of Smoke, Gas and BB's. Only .2's and .25's available. There was a very small selection of accessories and one RIF. Toilets: I recall a portacabin. I didn't need to go but kids setting up next to us refused to go in it due to the condition and/or smell. Conclusion: We had a reasonably good time at AWA. What we both came away with is that its a pretty average site, with no massive positives or negatives to take away from it. There is no obvious USP, but no massive red flags. My buddy put it best, "A local site for local people". We probably wont be back as there are closer sites to us that offer a bit more for a bit less money. I think for this site to attract people from further away minor improvements need to be made across the board. Bullpup Watch: Three, L85, Aug and UAR. (None mine).
  10. Not a "what I bought" but "what have I been gifted for my birthday!". My @Battle_Buddy surprised me with this whilst playing at AWA Herts! Two shots. 140 FPS on Ultragas. It doesnt shoot straight. I dont care! Its gorgeous. I nearly hit someone with it today as well! Really cheered up my day with all my rifles and pistol failing. In fact this is only thing that worked all day!
  11. Put over a thousand rounds in my LMG at home since I upgraded it. First pull of the trigger on its first game day and sounds like the gears/piston is gone. Bloody hell!

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    2. StayOnTarget

      StayOnTarget

      This could be a case for Mulder and Scully 👾 

    3. Asomodai

      Asomodai

      Just put some new ZCI Advanced 18:1 gears in it. Shim heights are correct as well as motor. Sounds a bit loud still. But should do for now. 

       

      For best results watch through speakers or headphones. Phone speakers make it sound much worse!

       

       

       

  12. On occasion. I do try to avoid it. The Dorset section there is no need to as there are plenty of camping sites. East Devon is also good for camping. West Devon is more of a struggle and I had to wild camp or go further inland. Cornwall I have started using more Youth Hostels as there are plenty about. I take quite a few photos of my travels too, though i am not much of a photographer. Heres a few from the St Just to Zennor section, probably the second toughest section on the whole path for undulations. Honestly, go and do something like this, I go solo and its a very rewarding feeling, though many times I have just wanted to give up and go home.
  13. I ordered a new ZCI 6.02 363mm for my XM8 Recently. Went to put all the project parts together and realised I had already bought a ZCI barrel in anticipation for the XM8 a month previously...

     

    ...I guess i'll need to buy another gun to put it in ;) unless of course I put it in my new Tavor whenever it arrives, would be fairly over volumed though. 

  14. Airsoft is not my main passion. That has to go to long Coastal hikes. I am most of the way through completing the South West Coastal Path. Lots of nostalgia for me being from Bristol and holidaying in Cornwall, Devon and Dorset as a kid. its over 600 miles long and with enough ascent to climb Everest over 4 and a half times. This is my current progress chart. (The Brown is the Somerset Coastal path, which I have also completed. )
  15. Completely agree with everything stated. I said this in my Apoc review some time ago. I do not want to take out 30 minutes of my day for a UKASA Sales pitch. It's such a shame as the playing area is right up there with the best sites.
  16. Latest SE Tour Review is up. Brand new Urban/CQB site within Oyster card distance. 

     

     

  17. I have a big head in proportion to the rest of my body. THANKS IM CRYING NOW 😞
  18. Rocking the KSG with the Mag Adapter in the daylight for the first time. Nice to actually see where the bbs go for a change! Had bags of fun with this. All KombatUK BTP Black kit.
  19. Been invited to a last minute initial test day skirmish at an Urban training centre in Surrey. Time to finally bring out the KSG for some shotty fun! Hopefully this site will be open to the public in the near future. 

     

    A whole weekend of airsoft for me! This tomorrow and AP on Sunday. I'm in heaven 😉

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    2. L3wisD

      L3wisD

      Oooooh! As an ex-Guildford boy, Surrey appeals to me!

       

      Where abouts is it?

      Oh wait, do you mean Longmoor?

    3. Asomodai

      Asomodai

      @L3wisD all will be revealed 😉 and no it's completely new. 

    4. Druid799

      Druid799

      Private invite to a new CQB site ? Barsteward ! 🤬

      edit just noticed YOU’VE GOT ONE OF THOSE MAG ADAPTER ABOMINATIONS IN YOUR KSG ! 🤮

      you will burn in Hell for it !

  20. £20 from Wolf Armories, I think they have a black one left. Its sturdy enough!
  21. @L3wisD Now that's a sexy RDS! Really does suit it nice with those Iron sights. Maybe paint on a dot in the centre
  22. Step one of XM8 DMR build. The most important thing, aesthetics. 5 inch barrel extension from @ak2m4
  23. Is that the hex mesh? Let me know how you get on as I have always wanted some of his kit
  24. Anyone know a cheap surplus place that can do next day delivery? Want a summer loadout for Sunday. 

    1. Jelliffe99

      Jelliffe99

      Try ringing Endicotts. They have always been good to me

       

    2. L3wisD

      L3wisD

      Sainsbury's 😎

       

      Camo shorts & Tan t-shirt.

      Sorted!

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