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If that's the case then you're sorted. I personally wouldn't use the starter kit mask you would have got since I've seen one of these fall to bits after half a days skirmishing. If you want something a bit different you could go for an "Army of Two" style mask though they really restrict aiming down sights because of how bulky they are.

Face masks: http://www.fire-support.co.uk/product/black-bear-razor-black-mesh-mask http://www.zerooneairsoft.com/product_info.php?cPath=287_438&products_id=7270 This style can be used with glasses (or so I've been told), but I'd recommend trying one before you buy it. If not then use contact lenses - daily lenses are available for most prescription strengths these days (sadly not mine so I have monthly lenses).

Booked in for the 5th July as that's the next game day I have off

I have the ASG version of the Mk23 - surprisingly fun bit of kit even if it's a NBB. Just a pain finding a holster big enough. For GBB pistols I would go against the grain and say to get a KWA if you can - especially one with the NS2 gas system. Very efficient and don't need the slide upgrading to take green gas like TM pistols do.

Cold Steel swords are solid mate, don't think you'll get away with one

Definitely going to get my mits on a breacher. The M870 is great and all but like Black Death said: it's quite a long shotgun for CQB (hence why I have my CA870 even if it's single shot). Hopefully it's not in the same price range as the M870 but more than likely will be.

This. It's a relatively unknown brand so you'll be taking quite a risk at a price that could net you a more well known and (potentially) higher quality brand. Not saying Evolution are crap, just I wouldn't take the risk at that price.

I like it since it gives me more flexibility than a fixed vest set up - I can adjust and change my loadout without having to buy a new bit of kit. Plus everything released these days is molle. Not many companies produce new variants of the plc/alice set ups that predate the modular systems.

Go for World War Two, they upgraded to using broadswords haha: http://badassoftheweek.com/churchill.html

Or just buy a marui and leave it stock. 280 may not sound like much but it's enough and definitely under site limit wherever you go.

Let us know how it stacks up against the embassy though guys. From what I've heard it sounds immense but nothing beats first hand accounts.

"Ideal for the school run" Yeah I'm getting one of those if I win the lottery haha

Be a great introduction to the hobby for new starters: "Did you enjoy it? What happened?" "I watched a group of grown men dressed like soldiers chase each other with dildos." "..."

Rabbits don't need guns:

Loughborough, but I'm actually going to be responsible and get the car sorted this weekend

That is a pretty looking rifle mate. Looks better with the vn mags in my opinion as well

Weapons: Okay the gun you've linked is fine as a starter, so don't worry about that till you have a feel for the hobby and know what to look for in weapons. Transparent AKs are practically non existent - i.e. If you look long and thoroughly enough you may find one, but I've never seen or heard of one. Best colour for AK two tones (in my opinion) is the bright orange since if you squint at it then it almost looks realistic haha. Cymas are brilliant but you will need a spring downgrade as they clear 370fps out of the box. Chest rig/Loadout: Best thing to do is to decide what you need the rig for then choose accordingly; chest rig/vest for CQB games or plate carriers if you decide to milsim/use low cap magazines. It's all dependent on your ideal budget as well since most decent chest rigs/plate carriers cost in the region of £40+ before you add on pouches. If you're on a budget then a prebuilt tactical vest may be a better choice as you can get a decent one for around £30. As a new starter it's unlikely you'll be running more than a couple of high caps so just having camo trousers on is enough as most pockets on these are big enough to hold magazines. This brings me on to the chinos. Don't bother with them and buy a pair of surplus camo trousers to wear instead (can get them for less than £10). Face mask: Depends on personal preference and your sites restrictions. Most ask for under 16s having a full one piece mask, 16-18s can have a lower mesh mask/goggle combo and 18+ can just use goggles. Personally speaking the goggle/mesh mask combo is my favourite combined with suitable head wear. I use these two products as my face protection: http://www.tactical-kit.co.uk/smith-optics-elite-boogie-regulator-goggle-10085-p.asp http://m.ebay.co.uk/itm/370897157295 Boots: Anything sturdy with good grip is your best bet. Hiking boots are cheap and rugged but again it's down to what your comfortable in. Most commercial trainers won't take the abuse of regular skirmishing whereas a good pair of boots are usually cheaper and last a lot longer.

Third vote for the TM recoil - especially if price isn't an issue

I'm not sure if I'm going this year due to work commitments. Really want to but if I did I'd be going on my own.

For £15 (not including postage) you are definitely getting a cheaper quality product with this vest. The weave looks quite poor from the pictures shown. If you could give us a budget I'm sure we could find something suitable and of good quality. E.g. I purchased one of these about 6 months ago in black and it's still going strong. Not bad for £30 (including postage). http://m.ebay.co.uk/itm/281321977195?nav=SEARCH

Cheers mate, have enough kit at the minute (he says) but will keep it in mind in future.

Yeah I'm going nowhere near the hop, gearbox and spring as I'm happy with them so no worries there. Will probably just end up running a mock suppressor on it regardless of whether I upgrade the barrel or not.

Think 3s are bad, try finding 1s in anything other than KZS

Yeah that Dan Wesson must be great for pistol whipping Need mind rubber ducks Mr B, get a rubber chicken haha

I have a four foot foam sword for non-serious skirmishes. When I bring that everyone seems to call surrender for some reason when I charge them with it... But for regular games I have a fake rubber knife but it's mainly for display.