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There’s a Bridle Path running next to the site which is now part of my cycling route so I can keep an eye on the place. As of last weekend nothings changed up there, looks exactly the same. Only thing I’ve noticed a quite a number of the trees have been marked up for what looks like felling. I’m really hoping it starts up again….

I’ve just done some upgrades on my VSR-10 and feel pretty chuffed with myself so thought I’d share. when I bought the rifle I added straight away, Action Army Hop up unit Maple leaf 60 degree Omega Nub Today I’ve added, Action Army trigger unit, piston, spring guide AirsoftPro M110 spring It was a bit more involved than I thought, getting the anti-tamper pin out of the cylinder was pretty intense. Really didn’t want to bugger it up and have to buy a new one. Drilled it out, with a mixture of pillar drill and Dremel. I’ve done some tests in the garden at 30m with .30 and it feels really nice, adjusted the hop up and zeroed the scope as best I can. Looking forward to the next game in a few weeks. I don’t have a Crono but think it could be around 1.8j, does that sound about right? I might look at a different spring but will see how I get on. Only downside is it’s lost that loverly quiet pop sound that the standard VSR has, at least my son’s one still has that sound!

With Dogtag closing and me being not that fussed with Driverswood, I thought I’d try Apocalypse Kent. After the ‘glowing’ reviews from here I went with low expectations.. Place was easy to find and well signposted. Arrived at 8:30 to be greeted at the gate by a Marshall who guided me to a parking spot. I grabbed my gear and prepared myself for the climb up to the safe zone. Honestly wasn’t that bad but in the wet it could prove interesting… Check in was easy although a sign said ‘gun bags mandatory’, this isn’t mentioned on the website and I didn’t have one. I didn’t say anything a nether did the Marshalls, I did have a sock in my bag if needed. Safe area was well built and clean, had a nice vibe about it and better feel than Driverswood. Shop well stocked and good bacon rolls. Toilets, well they do their best but still not great. Better than the portapotties at Dogtag… Couldn’t fault Crono, guys were talkative and helpful. Even let me have a go on his TAC-41. Safely brief was good, they explained the medic rule which was new to me but made sense. They said they had 100 booked in, I counted 80+ during the briefing. First game was move the ‘Bomb’ across the site and into a structure. Each team (red/blue) was split into two squads so there were four groups starting in different places. This was much more complex than the games I’m used too, couple this with the medic rule and the huge site with many structures, I felt like a total noob! Soon got into the swing with my L85 but having to watch out for players coming from different directions meant many opportunities for friendly fire. I did enjoy the medic rule, to my untrained eye the rules were followed and hit taking was on a par with other sites I’ve visited. At one point I could hear the Marshalls radio and they were actively checking people. They game went on for a good two hours which again was a new thing for me, I’m used to shorter skirmishes. Glad I took all my mags. After lunch (cracking cheese burger) was a domination game of three structures, I switched to my 1j sniper rifle and had a blast, this was another long game and the slower pace with the bolt rifle let me catch my breath. Even so I didn’t play the third game as I was really tired. Shame it was a CQB game I think. I would definitely go again, I only got to see a small part of the site and would like to see the village.

Thanks guys, I'm really looking forward to this now LOL 😆

I've heard this from a few people now, thanks for confirming. Is it far? so could i leave some stuff in the car and get it later if i want to use another weapon in the afternoon?

Heading over to Apocalypse Airsoft in Kent on Sunday for the first time. Any advice about the site or anything I should know?

I thought this was the case, thanks for confirming. I’ll wait for the parts to become available.

Hello, Does anyone have any experience of installing and using one? I’ve been studying the website and downloaded the manual but am still not sure if I understand how it works. Does it replace your current Mosfet or connect in series between the mosfet and battery via the deans? From the app could you get your gun to fire in just semi only regardless of the position of the selector switch? My ICS L85 doesn’t work in semi and I’m wondering if this will allow me to control it electronically and bypass the mechanical issue. thanks

Oh no, this was on my list of sites to try, what's wrong with it?

@Impulse Thanks for the info. My AEG is only full auto at the moment so I don't know if that will effect things. In semi-auto games or areas I use my pistol. My bolt rifle is 1j so should be ok. @The_Lord_PonchoYes, the times I've been its always been well attended. I know Dogtag is a small part of a larger concern with Archery, axe throwing and other type activities, there's also the paintball and laser tag areas. Even if the airsoft is going well it could be affected by business in the other areas. Honestly don't know.

FYI, Dogtag in Horsham/Crawley has closed for the foreseeable future. I did go to Driverwood once but it didn't really work for me, can't put my finger on why.... I'll give it another go but also looking forward to trying Worthing Airsoft next weekend, any tips for Worthing? Is Invicta's woodland site in Kent worth the trip? Its about 1h from me.

Incase you're interested in what I did.... I bought another TM VSR 10, but in OD this time. I did handle the other snipers, TAC-41, SSG's, they were nice but felt like 'too much' of a gun for what I need, if you see what I mean. The clean line and simplicity of the VSR is a real attraction to me. I've bought the parts to upgrade to the same spec as my other VSR, this will be fine for now until I feel the need to go further. Thanks for all the input and DM's guys, its really appreciated. The scope is just one I had lying about. its a x50 and too big in my view. I'll keep an eye out for a nice x40 mildot.

I have what Rogerborg has an image of above. use a sniper with standard height sight and no issues. Face covering is such a personal choice, I rarely see two set ups the same.

Well that’s a glowing review for the TAC-41. I’ve got a lot to think about, thanks again.

Thanks guys. I’ll have a look at the TAC-41 this weekend at my local shop. Thank you impulse for the detailed comparison.

Ohhh, maybe You can fit M42 silencers on a TAC-41....

I have already bought one about 9 months ago and am thinking of getting another. When I got it, I did some small upgrades (thanks to you guys) that improved the range and accuracy, but kept the stock spring so my son could cock it. What's happened now is that both my son and daughter love using it so I don't get a look in! I also really enjoy using it and as it's on the 1J limit we don't have a minimum engagement distance, this means I don't have to worry about my kids accidently shooting someone at close range. So, with this in mind I'm thinking or buying another one and upgrading to a higher specification, maybe 2J. This would be MY rifle! I'm struggling a bit with spending £230 in a rifle and then spending £200+ on upgrading by replacing the new parts. I'm happy to invest and do the work but don't want to throw money away. Question is, should I be looking at a cheaper platform than the TM to start with if I'm going to end up throwing a load of parts away? I love the look of the VSR10 G spec with the silencer, its a really nice looking weapon!.....

Welcome! I’m just over a year into your story. My daughter now plays sometimes as well as my son and I, so I’m at x3 on all costs. Step one, get the UKARA defence, as for rifle, get what you like the look of. Guarantee you will have at least 3 or 4 within a year 🤣 The Specna Arms are good value and I can testify to them being good starter weapons.

Thanks for clarifying guys. i'll ask my site next time I go but good to hear it should be ok.

I'll ask when I'm next at my local site but what the consensus from the forum. Would a 3 or 6 shot shotgun be frowned upon in a game that's semi-fire only. The idea, as I understand it, behind semi is to only have one BB in flight at a time? wouldn't a multi BB shotgun be against this rule?

My son and his mate use Valken Mi-7, they are 12-13 years old. Masks fit great and as they are double lensed don't steam up. They cover the face totally and protect the ears. My son has detached the visor and wears a boonie hat over the top. Only other thing I would recommend for a kid is something to protect the neck, my son got hit in the throat and it hurt him so much he almost gave it up. Unluckily hit but if you've got bare skin you can guarantee you'll get hit there. He now has a scrim around his neck and is fine. Last thing, gloves. getting hit in the knuckle is painful, my daughter got hit and had a lump for weeks.

My sniper rifle is only 1j so have had people not call the hit a few times. Can be annoying but as others say I keep dialling in the shot until I hit somewhere they do notice it. I love the fieldcraft aspect of it, with a low power bolt action you are hugely outgunned which makes sneaking up and getting the hit super satisfying.

Sorry just checked her rifle, it’s a Flex not an Edge. The local shop I use say they sell loads of them and have no issues. I defo buy another one.

Well @WillMidz, I’ve been using my VSR10 bolt action rifle and really loving the different style of play compared to an assault rifle. This, along with my pistol have given me hours of fun. I recently bought a ICS L85 second hand off here to learn how to ‘tech’. I’ve taken the whole thing apart and am in the process of upgrading. I used it at a game the other day and enjoyed the bullpup style, fits with my loadout also. I’m currently waiting for the Noveske N4’s to come back in stock so I can get my first GBB rifle. I’ve come to the conclusion that having a few different weapons allows you to mix things up depending on the game. I go with my kids so we tend to share which is great to mix things up. If I was buying a starter rifle again I would probably go for a Specna Arms Edge. I bought one for my daughter, £170, and it’s fantastic out of the box. I find myself gravitating to this weapon for your standard woodland skirmish, it’s a great all rounder.

I spent £160 on my first AEG and used it heavily for a year before fiddling with it. Even then I didn’t really need to but wanted to try and improve the performance. TBH I wish I’d left it alone as I haven’t made it any better. I don’t regret buying a ‘cheap’ first rif as I spent more on accessories and protection. I think it took a good 6 months of playing before I got a loadout I was happy with. One thing I’ve learnt is everyone have their own favourite, both style of gun and make. It’s a lot like Pivot, YT, Specialized, Santa Cruze, etc. They’re all good and do pretty much the same thing, you’ll have loads of fun whatever you buy, but you will want to move on depending on what style of play you end up preferring.