Footage from USAirsoft on the BB Wars: Dragon's Nest. This event took place in Texas last 20 May 2018 at D14 Airsoft. Airsoft GI has resumed this epic airsoft series which takes place in various places in the United States following a storyline akin to the Star Wars film franchise.
So you're about to go to your first airsoft game, but what do you need in order to get kitted up and ready on the day itself. Here is Sniper-AS with their recommendations, just turn on the language caption is this in German... "Hey guys, we thought we would shoot a different video today. Not a direct review but a beginner's guide about: What do I need for my first Airsoft day? Okey right away that's just a possibility. Of course you can also go with much less in the field but this is a recommendation on how to optimally start in the first matchday. VERY IMPORTANT: Of course you must not forget your shoes :P."
Another series of Secutor Arms pistols, the Bellum series, are set to be introduced to the market next month via SKWAirsoft... "'Si vis pacem, para bellum' (if you want peace, prepare for war) introduces the new Secutor pistol called BELLUM. The 3 models of this new range will be available in mid-September. More information soon!"
Airsoft Review en Español reviews the King Arms BLACK RAIN Ordnance. Available in the market for sometome now, this already comes with a built-in MOSFET out of the box and has Modula Rail System and the Black Rain Ordnance Metal Receiver to give it a distinct look for an AR-style rifle. This AEG is full licensed from Black Rain Ordnance.
5.11 Tactical announce management changes with Co-Founder and President Francisco Javier Morales taking up the CEO position, taking over from Tom Davin who will now take on an advisory role. Matt Hyde will be the Executive Chairman. All three will be taking their positions effectively on the 4th of September 2018. Press release below:
5.11 Tactical Announces Tom Davin transition to an advisory role. Names Francisco Morales as Chief Executive Officer and Matt Hyde as Executive Chairman.
Irvine, Calif. (August 27, 2018) - 5.11 Tactical (“5.11” or the “Company”), the world’s leading innovator of purpose-built gear, announced today that Francisco Morales, Co-founder and President of 5.11, has been appointed as the Company’s Chief Executive Officer, effective September 4, 2018. Mr. Morales will also be appointed to the Company’s Board of Directors. He will succeed Tom Davin, who will be transitioning from his position as CEO. Mr. Davin will continue to serve in an advisory role to the Company.
Francisco Morales is currently the President of 5.11, which he co-founded in 2003. Mr. Morales was President of outdoor and travel clothing company, Royal Robbins, where he helped create the 5.11 brand. Earlier in his career, Francisco held a variety of positions at L.L. Bean and Dick’s Sporting Goods, where he developed brands and product lines across various product categories and was a member of the team that created the Dick’s Sporting Goods private label division. Mr. Morales earned an executive MBA at the Thunderbird School of Global Management and a degree from Jefferson University (formerly Philadelphia College of Textiles and Science).
Francisco Javier Morales (Linked In photo)
5.11 also announces the appointment of Matt Hyde as Executive Chairman. Mr. Hyde previously served as Chief Executive Officer of West Marine following a 26-year tenure at REI, culminating as Executive Vice President. Mr. Hyde will be working closely with Mr. Morales and the senior leadership team to help develop strategy and set priorities as the business continues to grow.
“It has been a tremendous honor to lead 5.11 as CEO and serve members of the law enforcement, firefighting, EMS and military communities with innovative products. Like my service in the Marine Corps, being part of 5.11 has been a calling. I am proud of the team we’ve built and the culture that will carry on,” stated Tom Davin. “Francisco Morales has been my partner for the past 7 years. He is one of the most talented leaders I’ve worked with during my 30 year business career. I’m excited to support him as he guides 5.11 through the next stages of global growth.”
Francisco Morales commented, “I’m grateful to have had the opportunity to work closely with a leader of Tom Davin’s caliber and to continue to have him as an advisor. 5.11’s prospects are strong, and I am honored to become the Company’s new CEO. I look forward to working closely with Matt Hyde, our entire senior leadership team, and our exceptional group of dedicated professionals to further solidify 5.11’s leadership position. We remain committed to continuing 5.11’s proud tradition of partnering with our end-users while continuously innovating new purpose-built apparel and gear for the most demanding missions.”
About 5.11 Tactical
With offices around the globe, 5.11 works directly with end users to create purpose-built apparel and gear designed specifically to enhance the safety, accuracy, speed, and performance of tactical professionals and enthusiasts worldwide. 5.11 products exceed rigorous standards, which have allowed the brand to establish a reputation for innovation and authenticity, and become the premier choice for those who always have to be ready. 5.11 products can be purchased online, through authorized dealers and retailers, as well as at 5.11 company-owned retail stores.
Mach Sakai gets a non-airsoft product but still something you want to have to use at your airsoft field, a folding military shovel. This spade is the Gerber E Tool, a NATO-approved, digging tool, useful for digging trenches and holes. There will be Milsim events that will require you to dig such so better be prepared with this shovel, or you will have to dig with your bare hands. Useful for gardening too.
It keeps on getting better. The much well-received AEG that is proudly produced by ASG, the CZ Scorpion EVO 3 A1, gets a 2018 upgrade... "ASG's CZ Scorpion EVO 3A1 has consitently exceeded the benchmarks for what is expected of an AEG, offering a combination of faithful realism, realistic construction and unparalleled shooting performance – right out of the box. Summer 2018 sees the unveiling of the next stage of the evolution of the first and only Airsoft gun to be designed and manufactured in Denmark.
With each revision the EVO has proven to consistently perform even better and has ensured it continues to eliminate all competition. Now though, after nearly 2 years of development and testing, we're proud to introduce the most significant updates to the EVO yet – udates that will redefine the standards of AEG performance…
The 2018 upgrades include:
Compatability
The new cylinder set is compatible with other 3rd party Version 2 and Version 3 (M4/AK/G36) gearboxes and we intend to make it available as a separate upgrade component in the near future.
All 2018 revision specification parts are 100% inter-compatible with previous versions."
Aryan Alinpour reviews for the Airsoft & Milsim News Blog (AMNB) the third gen of the GBLS DAS GDR-15 AEG, the M4-style AEG that has the most realistic operation... "GBLS have released three different iterations of their DAS Airsoft rifles which has lead to the third iteration being the GDR-15 production release edition. This iteration is supposed to be consumer ready with all the expected features and performance requirements to skirmish alongside other AEG rifles. Needless to say, the issues advertised and voiced by media outlets about the older models have mostly been addressed if not completely resolved. If you hadn’t noticed, the DAS GDR-15 comes complete with PTS furniture, not only increasing the ergonomics and looks of the product, but also increasing the value of the product being purchased."
The Matrix Special Edition AK Tactical Airsoft AEG by CYMA has its priced slashed by Evike.com. Already a much affordable AK AEG, it got even more affordable at US$112.00... "The Dynamic Tactical AK is a real steel inspired build of the all time AK47 for a solid, modern, and high speed look as customized by real operators. Equipped with an advanced railed handguard, the AK Dynamic Tactical also utilizes an AR-15 style retractable stock, an enlarged ergonomic grip, completed with flip-up sight sets and ambidextrous charging handle.
Internally the AK47 Dynamic is equipped with a performance gearbox, high torque motor, that is fully customization ready and takes high power battery packs such as lipoly.
Features
WGC Shop posted an update on the status of the Sten GBB from Northeast Airsoft which was first announced a year ago. They are now taking pre-ordersfor this... "We had Northeast Airsoft make a video to demonstrate performance of their new product, STEN GUN GBB. Sales sample is going to meet you guys at WGC soon, can't wait to see it! Small quantity in every batch, get one while you still can."
If you can turn the language caption on your YouTube player, then better do so now. Follow Infamous Airsoft as he lists the 10 reasons why you should choose the Earmor M32 for airsoft... "10 Reasons why you should choose the Earmor M32 from OPSMEN, a review in Spanish different from the ones you are used to."
Video from Airsoft Taiwan showing steel upgrade parts from Mafioso Airsoft for the Cybergun M1A1 Thompson GBB OEM by WE Airsoft. It is a package that contains the following: upper receiver, bolt kit, outer barrel, front sight, a tool to mount the handguard, fire selector levers, and mag release. All made of steel and now available at Airsoft Taiwan.
DesertFox Airsoft goes into action during the Bad Blood 2018 event as an airsoft sniper. As for the equipment, he mainly used items from the shop of the biggest airsoft celebrity ever. You know who we are pertaining to... "This a glimpse of what it's like to be an airsoft sniper. Today we're playing at EMR Event Park in New Milford, PA for Evike.com's Bad Blood 2018.
I'm using the Novritsch SSG24 bolt action sniper rifle with Novritsch zoom camera, Novritsch scope set and Novritsch .40g BBs."
Carol Grillo reviews the Krytac Trident CRB and the version is the MK2. Already in the market for some time now, this features a billet style receive, ambidextrous selector, CMC Trigger, and onboard MOSFET. The MOSFET is built-in to the Nautilus Gearbox rather than as a separate component found somewhere else in the AEG.
The latest in the Secutor Arms Gladius series, the Acta Non Verba, gets reviewed by Antre du Dingo Dingchavez... "Almost 18 months after having released the Gladius17 series, Secutor now sell a new "Acta Non Verba" model. They made a few improvements so let's check this out ! Thanks a lot to 020magazine for sending me the gun."
Now you can also attach a Salvo 12 Suppressor to the Tokyo Marui M870 Gas Shotgun Series with the version from Daruma Custom available at RedWolf Airsoft. We saw a photo on Twitter that it can be attached to the Marui KSG Shotgun as well... "The Daruma Custom SALVO 12 Silencer comes with one thread cover made to fit the original barrel of the Tokyo Marui M870. It's unique style and shape allows it to sit in front of a shotgun without blocking the low rise front and rear sight. You don't have to worry about the angle of the suppressor as you can always fix it if the angle is a little awkward.
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A new brand of optics called Buckler got an assortment of sights, red dots, and accessories for your airsoft aiming that you can find at Gunfire... "Buckler is a new brand that in cooperation with experienced shooters develops and launches the most optimal solutions in the field of shooting optics and accessories. Our offer consists of high-quality Honor scopes, Fess variable scopes and Dexter sights."
A cheap airsoft revolver from UK Arms, the G36B Spring Revolver, gets the thumbs down from Reventian. This revolver is made of Polymer with realistic shells and cylinder. Will cost US$20 on Amazon or still cheaper at other airsoft retailers. Find out why he calls the worst $20 airsoft revolver... "Is this the worst airsoft revolver, if the company that made it Ukarms is any indication...but is the best looking revolver for under $20 on Amazon?"
Grab yourself a great deal when you are looking for waist packs as Military 1st are taking 20% off the prices off their offerings from brands already known amongst airsoft players. Just use the discount code provided here... "We offer 20% off all products from Waist Packs category with Discount Code WAIST18.
Visit our website today and save on waist packs and bum bags in a variety of styles, colours and camouflage patterns from such well-known manufacturers are Brandit, Flyye Industries and Helikon.
Hurry up: this special offer ends 3 September 2018, midnight. Excludes sale items.
Free UK delivery and returns! Free shipping to the U.S., Ireland, and Australia. Fantastic rates for delivery across Europe."
Hyperdouraku with guests from who are from the JGSDF, one a former soldier whilst the other is a reserve officer go over the new Tokyo Marui Type 89 Gas Blowback Rifle. This rifle uses the ZET Technlogy that is seen in the Tokyo Marui M4 Gas Blowback Rifle Series and the Type 89 is the standard issue rifle of the JGSDF. So what will these two say about this GBB? Watch the video below:
