Inherited an SMG but no instructions/brand new to this

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Hi There,

No idea if this is the right place, but could just so with some advice, I am a complete newbie/zero experience. I have the the forum rules but if I had said something incorrect or not allowed let me know, again I'm a newbie sorry!

I'm based in North Shropshire
I've never done airsoft in my life (paintballing is about extreme as it gets)
This was a gift to my Son from one of my best friends who moved to Sweden and this was his old piece of equipment and basically said "here you go mate your lad might get into this if he likes paintballing" haven't used it in years though 😂
I have no idea how this thing works or the value (I've managed to get it to shoot air but I think the battery pack is dead/needs replacing as it does it once then dies)

Basically I just need to know:
Does a replacement battery pack exist, I have tried looking online but not much luck?
Is there somewhere near me I can take it just to give it a once over and show me how to use it (no instructions)?
Do I need a licence or like certificate for this type of weapon?
Any other advice you guys have or things I need to consider!
Oh and does this model have any value? Saw new ones (I think) online for like £200-400 lol but don't know if it's legit!

Sorry if this kind of post isn't allowed, I just have it sat here gathering dust and could do with some help as my Son is interested in Airsoft and want to basically surprise him one day with it fixed and ready to go to a local event or meet up etc.

Thanks in advance for any help! 1000140356.webp 1000140357.webp 1000140355.webp 1000140353.webp 1000140348.webp
 
So, hi & welcome.

It’s an ICS Mp5
A quick search online for retailers will help you to surmise if
1. They are still sold (or in production)
2. Attain a retail price
The general rule of thumb when selling a replica used is to list at 70% of lowest retail.

The battery is old Nimh technology, a current Lipo of a same voltage will have it going again (the cells on that one are probably past holding a charge) though i’d not field it until it’s had a strip down, checked over and a lube and fresh hop rubber.
The battery should show what voltage it is … ie:7.2v / 8.4v etc
It looks to have a Tamiya battery connection, so find something with that to suit 👍
 
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