HeMan

Brilliant, once I had the right word to Google I found loads on eBay which will hopefully do the trick. It seems they are also called startlock clips as well.

I was cleaning my Valken ASL Kilo the other day and notice I seem to be missing a clip. As you can see in the picture, the mark shows there clearly was a clip there, like on the rivet above, but it is now nowhere to be seen! The question is, what are they called (not a circlip, as its a full circle) and where would I be able to get one from? It looks like something generic, that I might be able to buy from any hardware store, if only I knew what it is called! Thanks.

There isn't a "complete lack", I have seen them testing, although I didn't know why (maybe someone reported another player, which anyone can do) but they don't routinely test everyone's gun. They are clear about this though, and above someone comments that "pre-game chrono is largely just theatre" and another says CO2 pistols "don't generally get tested at any sites", even though we all know CO2 pistols are often hot. I have only been to a couple of sites, but I have yet to see any testing of all guns... maybe some do and I just don't know what I am missing... Maybe it did, but as the incident was nearly 6 years ago now (and at it's heart, I understand one kid pointed a gun at his mates face and pulled the trigger whilst cocking about in the safe-zone, which, without wanting to start a lengthy debate about what could have been done to prevent it, is hard to legislate against), if people are posting their reviews based on the poor safety before that time, it is probably hardly relevant now and perhaps they should preface their review with the fact it is based on a six year old experience! I was there weekend before last, and I was impressed by their safety now, even if it is due to an accident that happened nearly 6 years ago.

I feel I should say something as there seems to be a lot of hate for this site and I have been playing there with my kids for about a year now and have no problems at all. I have been to a couple of other sites, although I must admit, none of the recommended ones above. But they are VERY eye-pro strict in the game area and there is absolutely zero dry firing in the safe zone, which is also a mandatory barrel-sock area. The game area is large enough for there to be several distinct zones, each with different landscapes and features, the marshals seem good (albeit a little strict at times) and the pace between games is brisk. There is a generally very friendly atmosphere as well. It's not perfect, there are pros and cons, as with anywhere. People above who say the dry-firing in the safe zone puts them on edge or questions whether they enforce their barrel-sock rules have clearly not been there recently (if at all). Perhaps their current safety policies are in reaction to the accident and being sued (although I see no evidence a case was ever actually brought, let alone adjudicated on; we can speculate if their insurance settled, but really, it seems unlikely) but the accident was 5 years ago now, so I don't think it's lip-service; safety is now part of the culture of the place.

I see a few of you have finally had deliveries, and a lot of experiences has been shared but I am aware this is a changing situation and its not just a case of what "should" happen but it is a case of what suppliers "actually" do. So, would a few of you that have finally had deliveries mind writing a brief summary of real world facts? It would be good to know when you placed an order, when it was delivered, how much you paid TG and how much extra was paid to VAT, duty and UPS charges (or at least, a total of extras)? Thanks in advance if any of you that have actually had deliveries can help?