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Interesting review. Pity about the lack of chrono.

Welcome mate ? Sounds like you're well stuck in already ? Not been to Dogtag but heard generally good things ? Plenty of tips, tricks and trash on the forum ?

Welcome ? A little secret... I'm also in my 50s

I think someone on the forum posted that they had a problem with an import because one digit of the UKARA was wrong so I guess they do check at least sometimes ?

Yeah, I was a bit rough with the minimum time for doing the 3 games but at the two sites I obtained and renewed my UKARA it was at their discretion. I do wonder if border farce actually check them properly or just look for a common format.

No experience myself but the only other G3 I know of is the JG one. Maybe compare pics if you haven't already. I presume the problem is that the mags don't sit high enough to activate the BB catch at the top of the feed tube? Maybe some electrical tape around the top part to make a tighter fit in the magwell? Just found this: Or this one:

Yeah, fogging also depends on climate conditions too.

Nicely integrated set up. Might be a bit wide with cheek weld aiming sightline in some cases.

A friend of mine (@Baiok) bought a RIF from TaiwanGun and had it shipped to his family in Italy then they arranged shipping to UK ? Cost him about the same as buying from UK but if its not available here then it makes sense.

Yeah could be but should be easy to check connector colours going to motor. Its sounding more like it could be a dying or underpowered battery.

Could be anti-reversal latch not fitted correctly. Or shimming may be too tight. When you say you can turn the gears with a screwdriver, how far around can you turn them? You should be able to slowly do a full fire cycle with some effort. Open it up, take out the main spring, then put the gearbox back together and see if you can turn the gears to complete a full cycle. Its worth checking the shimming while its open anyway.

Its really at the discretion of the site. If he can keep a record of the game dates he can ask them once he's done the three. Its supposed to be with a 3 month period but that will likely be ignored because of the covid thing.

Depends on the design and if its a pistol, AEG or GBB but generally should be a little way inside before the mound. If the BB falls out of the barrel you know its gone too far ?

Make a note which side they came out. The pins should have grooves/hatching at one end. Other end goes in first.

Have a search in the forum and you'll find loads of threads about first/best gunz ?

Or just use the tried and tested method... Shoot at a drinks can: If it goes through the sides its OK If it goes through the base then its hot ?

Welcome Yeah, unfortunately things are quite bad at the moment. Eastern production having been affected by Covid for the last year and a bit, shipping disruptions and Brexit issues importing means that stock is very low everywhere and most European suppliers will not deliver to UK anymore. You can order direct from Eastern retailers but shipping is expensive and long. Same situation on parts. Best option right now is find something you like in a UK retailer and make sure its from a well known make but many parts are also in short supply.

All fps quoted by sites or specs of airsoft guns in retailers are always measured with 0.2g BBs. Using heavier weight will result in less speed but roughly the same energy. (Look up 'Joule Creep' for more complication)

No threads = no tracer I'm afraid. As Loz said, it would be a bad combination if used with auto anyway. Ideally you need a pistol without a floating/tilting outer barrel. The AAP-01 would be the way to go if you want the pistol/tracer/auto combination. (or single shot too of course)

It can be hard to do a good paint job on polished metal finish. Use Isopropyl alcohol to get rid of any oils and use gloves to handle it before painting. Ideally you should use primer first to help the paint hold. Spray in thin layers and allow to dry a bit before next layer. It'll take 5 or 6 thin coats I recon. Good luck ? (Be aware of the design flaw with the WE Hi-Power) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6nDSDEScEDQ&t=1s

Not to worry Chris, its not really bad, just not the best bang for buck but at least you didn't get a Nuprol ? Buying anything without research will never get you a good deal ?

Hi Chris, I guess you wanted that specific model? Just wondering because A&K is an unusual choice for an M4 base. Anyway, I think most of us will say not to fiddle with it. Maintain it well and it should last ages. Use it until something breaks and then go in and replace/upgrade stuff.

Welcome Aircanman, Unfortunately stock is low everywhere. There are many variants that look similar to the TRX-9 which are under £200 or even £150 so have a look what's available in the UK retailers. Patrolbase is another good place to look. CYMA and JG are good budget manufacturers. SpecnaArms: Some have reported problems but they are generally regarded good value. G&G are popular with some. I have no experience with LancerTactical so maybe someone else can comment. Stay away from Nuprol weapons, batteries, chargers. You can bet any 'special deal' from a shop including battery and charger will be more beneficial to the seller than you. If a gun comes with a battery and charger from the manufacturer then it will be enough to test and play a bit but if its going to be used regularly its always worth buying a good battery or two and decent charger. There are discussions about batteries and chargers on this forum that you can do a quick search to find.

I just got one and noticed that it takes some wiggling to get the slide back on because the spring guide gets stuck on the frame in the lower. (Not very well designed) PM me if you need more info.

Hi Chris welcome back. Absolute has quite a poor reputation. (search reviews) Adding to previous posts I'd suggest Skirmish Wycombe Airsoft to the good list.