Airsoft International - April 2022

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THE LASER-CUT RANGE KRYTAC

“ENHANCING THE OPERATIONAL CAPABILITIES OF
THE MODERN WARFIGHTER AROUND THE WORLD.”
YES PLEASE, WE’LL HAVE A BIT OF THAT! PAGE 25 LVOA-C
THIS LICENCED WARSPORT
MODEL IS MAKING A BIG
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BODYGUARD
380 NBB
TOKYO MARUI’S LATEST COMPACT
CONCEALED CARRY NONE-BLOW BACK
V O L :17 I S S :1 3 £4.95
PISTOL HITS THE AIRSOFT MARKET!

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VIPER
VX RANGE
INCORPORATING THE
BUCKLE UP SYSTEM
The Viper VX Range is adaptable to multiple mission specific
roles, due to it’s ability and versatility, this system allows the
user to configure their equipment around the munitions and
gear which will be carried.
The Buckle Up System within the VX Range enables quick
attachment with minimal effort. All Buckle Up equipment is
adaptable and interchangeable, ranging from a low profile
unit to larger platforms.
CONTENTS
13 ALIVE AND KICKING
AIRSOFT INTERNATIONAL
VOLUME 17 ISSUE 13
The Maritime Ballistic Survival System is still alive and kicking!
16-17 AN EVOLUTION
The Ghost 2 Smart AEG falls under our crosshair.
18-19 ON A BUDGET?
Join us as we take a look at kit for under £30.
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21-23 CONCEALED CARRY
The Tokyo Marui Bodyguard 380 NBB Pistol is here.
25-30 WARRIOR ASSAULT SYSTEMS

We take a closer look at the Laser-cut System from Warrior.
34-41 CRITICAL KRYPTEK

Have you ever considered Kryptek worthy to join your kit locker?
FEATURED!
42-49 BACK TO BASICS
We take a look at a load out based around a South African assault vest.
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55-57 PREDATOR
G&G’s GC16 Predator lands in the office.
60-61 OPTICS
Vector Optics’ Mustang 1-4x30SFP Riflescope.
64-67 KRYTAC
The Krytac LVOA-C sure has been making waves on our shores!
68-69 GO NINJA GO!

Putting your best foot forward... Not your ordinary Sniper footwear.
73-77 THE GOOD GIG GUIDE

Your definitive guide on where to play in the United Kingdom.
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FINISH YOUR PL ATE
IN ASSOCIATION WITH
MBSS
MARITIME BALLISTIC SURVIVAL SYSTEM
HAVING THE RIGHT TOOLS FOR THE RIGHT JOB IS AN ESSENTIAL PART OF AIRSOFT SKIRMISHING.
RELYING ON PRODUCTS THAT WON'T LET YOU DOWN WHEN YOU NEED THEM THE MOST MEANS
THAT YOU HAVE TO SHOP WISELY. THIS CAN BE A PAIN AS YOU'LL TROLL THROUGH LOADS OF
INFORMATION TO FIND THE RIGHT TOOL FOR THE RIGHT JOB AT THE BEST PRICE. LET AI TAKE ALL
OF THE LEGWORK AWAY FOR YOU AS WE HIGHLIGHT WHAT WE CONSIDER TO BE SOME OF THE
VERY BEST TOOLS THAT ANY DISCERNING AIRSOFTER SHOULD HAVE IN THEIR GEAR LOCKER
AT SOME OF THE BEST PRICES WE COULD FIND.
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FINISH YOUR PL ATE T H E M A R I T I M E B A L
MBSS
THE REAL MARITIME BALLISTIC SURVIVAL SYSTEM OR MBSS PLATE CARRIER
WAS CUTTING EDGE GEAR FOR THE US SPECIAL FORCES AND IN PARTICULAR,
NAVY SEAL'S, BORN OUT OF A TRAINING EXERCISE TRAGEDY, SEVEN US
MARINES DROWNED AFTER THE CH-46 SEA KNIGHT DITCHED INTO THE OCEAN.
The investigation revealed that one of the major contributors to the fatalities was how heavy the
weight was of the assault equipment worn by the boarding party and the difficulty in rapid egress
from the helicopter giving birth to the Full Spectrum Body Armour system or FSBE.
FSBE 2 is an update to the original package that was produced in M81 camo and is a rather large
and comprehensive package or assault vests, with pouches and accessories, and includes one
particular MBSS plate carrier, which the US Navy Seals quickly snapped up.
The MBSS Plate Carrier is a lightweight and adjustable tactical vest, essentially a minimal plate
carrier consisting of two large plate bags that attach via shoulder and waist straps.
TYPICALLY WORN IN CONJUNCTION WITH A PACA LOW VIS VEST, THE

COMBINATION IS LIGHTWEIGHT AND FLEXIBLE, OFFERING THE USER A
HIGHLY MOBILE PLATFORM, IF NOT JUST A LITTLE LIMITED ON WHAT YOU
CAN CARRY. ONE OF THE BIG BENEFITS AT THE TIME WAS THE
PACA'S ABILITY TO CARRY BOTH SOFT AND HARD ARMOUR.
The LVC was developed by the military contractor PACA (Protective Apparel
Corporation of America, Inc.) in 2002. It was introduced in 2003 to the
SOCOM and the USMC. The LVC remained in service with the SOF for a long
time and was issued with the SBE II, MLCS, SFLC (it was replaced by Safariland's
lightweight body armour in 2006).
THE COLOUR AND THE SHAPE

Produced and first seen in 1999, the first generation
MBSS was olive in colour and saw action during the Iraq
War as documented by photographs showing it being
worn by SEAL Team 3 operators at the Battle of Ramadi
in 2006 in conjunction with the MBAV.
The MBAV is a simple plate carrier supplied with a
sturdy front and backplate bag covered in MOLLE (ten
rows by six columns). Essentially this means you will
be able to mount three rifle mag pouches, plus a small
utility pouch and radio pouch to the front of the plate
carrier, along with an admin pouch up high on the front.
The backplate bag is reserved for packs and or other
pouches. However, to gain more space on the front plate
pocket, you could always add a MOLLE II triple mag
pouch that will allow you to double stack your pouches.
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RADICAL REPLICA
Despite the MBSS being superseded in the real world, FLYYE Industries have brought this plate carrier right up to date by offering a Multicam version,
which does not exist in the real world, but does now in ours. This replica features military-spec stitching, hook-and-loops that can be used over 20,000
times, robust Duraflex quick release clips on the waist and shoulders, and large pockets on the front and the back of the vest for armour plates (these are
not included). The vest is made of incredibly durable Invista 1000D Cordura Nylon (PU treated), which is 300% times more resistant to the usual wear and
tear than standard Nylon. Moreover, the material is waterproof to 893.3 degrees, and no water will retain on its surface.
FEATURES
■ Made to military specifications
■ MOLLE webbing straps for attaching pouches
■ Adjustable padded shoulder straps
■ Quick-release buckles
■ Emergency drag handle
■ Duraflex branded plastic accessories
■ Material: Invista 1000D Cordura Nylon
■ Water-resistant
£74.95
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AN EVOLUTION A T A G L A N C E W I T H T H E G H
EVOLUTION AIRSOFT
GHOST 2 SMART AEG

EVOLUTION INTERNATIONAL HAS LAUNCHED ITS NEW POLYMERIC SMART AIRSOFT GUNS: THE GHOST 2 RANGE. THE
PRIMARY FEATURE OF THE GHOST 2 IS FOUND RIGHT INSIDE THE NEW SMART AIRSOFT GUN, WHICH IS THE POWERFUL
E.T.S.BII UNIT, A BRAND NEW ELECTRONIC UNIT, COMPLETELY DESIGNED AND MADE IN ITALY, THAT FEATURES ADVANCED
PROGRAMMING FUNCTIONS NEVER SEEN IN A POLYMERIC AIRSOFT GUN BEFORE.
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O S T 2 S M A R T A E G F R O M E V O L U T I O N A I R S O F T
THE GHOST 2 IS THE FIRST POLYMERIC instructions as everything is super-simplified

and user friendly.
Before the market launch, the original E.T.S.
saw over two years of testing and development.
AIRSOFT REPLICA TO BE EQUIPPED Changing functions and programming models Compared to the original design, the electronic
with the Ghost 2 is extremely easy, and it unit has undergone many improvements and
WITH SUCH A POWERFUL ELECTRONIC can be done in seconds without the need of changes. The version they are launching on the
an instruction manual, a programming card, market is the third generation with numerous
UNIT THAT SETS THE NEW BENCHMARK external units or a P.C. enhancements in Hardware and V5.2.3 software
IN THE AIRSOFT MARKET. The technology behind Airsoft rifles, as we
all know has reached a high level of complexity
supported by a powerful CPU and oversized
Mosfet Unit.
The Ghost 2 from Evolution Airsoft comes with and sophistication, which can also become Evolution International products are
the E.T.S. II already installed and was designed complicated to use, which is the reason that designed and assembled in house by their
specifically for this replica. Evolution International S.r.l. introduced the very experienced and talented technicians and
The Ghost body and the E.M.R. Evolution Smart Airsoft Gun concept. engineers. Each new project goes through a
Modular Rail hand-guard were designed in The amount of technology, design and long testing and debugging procedure followed
Italy in Gardone Valtrompia by a real-world development of these replicas is more like that by a quality control procedure that includes a
gun engineer teamed up with Evolution of a SmartPhone, which is why Evolution started shooting test in their 25 meters shooting range.
International's designer. talking about Smart Airsoft Guns.
The super lightweight E.M.R. (Evolution Evolution International designed this replica
Modular Rail) is made of C.N.C. machined to simplify the games and give the players a
aluminium billet and is M-LOK compatible. "plug and play" system that does not require
The Ultralight Body is made of Carbontech, a any tools to operate.
space-age impact-resistant engineering polymer. To program the E.T.S. II is as simple as pulling
Combining the Ghost design features with the trigger on your rifle, there is no need to
the powerful E.T.S. II, with one of its main remove the rifle's battery, so it's possible to
innovations being how easy it is to use, resulting change settings and adapt the rifle to the
in a unique product that will revolutionise the players shooting style, even in-game.
world of Airsoft Gameplay. It is also an ideal Put simply, the E.T.S. is a technologically
rifle for players who prefer a polymeric replicas advanced electronic device designed and
lightness and versatility. built with the best technology available and
After a few minutes of use, the user will compatible with most Gearbox V2 without the
no longer need to look at the programming need for changes.
ALL FOR UNDER £30 I N A S S O C I A T I O N W
GOOD TO GO!
MICROTRANSACTIONS
WELCOME TO A NEW SECTION OF AIRSOFT INTERNATIONAL. OVER THE COMING MONTHS, WE WILL TAKE A CLOSER LOOK AT
THE SMALLER PIECES OF GEAR IN OUR GEAR LOCKERS THAT MAKE SUCH A BIG DIFFERENCE TO OUR SKIRMISHING. BUT MORE
IMPORTANTLY, WHY WE HAVE CHOOSE TO USE THESE PIECES OF KIT AND WHERE YOU MIGHT BE ABLE TO FIND THEM.
If you’re anything like us, Airsoft kit can become a bit of an obsession. We will be the first to admit that we are in the fortunate position to have "tried
and tested" literally tones of kit for you guys over the years and as a result of that, we have a pretty good grasp on what works, its availability, but more
importantly, its affordability. Welcome to the world of microtransactions! To mix things up and make it more of a challenge, we'll try and feature kit that
costs under £30.00. Because since the pandemic we have found that players are being much more careful about what they spend on their hobby.
We all love a good patch, whether they identify World War I. It was suggested that a patch without offending anyone in the real world, as
your team, your nationality or simply a should be created to acknowledge a division. Bravo is a fictitious unit that does not exist in
morale patch, we can't seem to get enough of The insignia was approved to help the troops' the real world.
them. But did you know that military patches morale, and soon after that, General Pershing The "Bravo" team patch resembles a Wolf's
have been around for over 100 years now? ordered all divisions to create and wear a patch; head and Trident. In fact, despite it being
Admittedly early military patches displayed that was something unique to the men and identified as a wolf, it is based around the
regimental insignia but today's military or, for women in that division. team's K9 – Cerberus. The Trident is taken from
that matter, Airsoft patches are so much more It wasn't until WWII, D-Day, that troops wore the NAVY SEAL Trident, affectionately known
than ornamental insignia with funny images the U.S. Flag. An invasion flag was worn on in the Navy community as "The Budweiser". It
and expressions have taken over. the soldier's right arm that identified them as recognises the United States Navy members
Morale patches are a part of military history Americans to the indigenous population. The who have completed both the Basic Underwater
and have cultural significance to soldiers and 82nd Airborne Division took to wearing a small Demolition (BUD/S) training and SEAL
law enforcement personnel. Mainly used to American flag, printed on gauze, ever since the Qualification Training (SQT). Despite only the
identify allies and enemy units, the distinctive invasion of North Africa. For the Market Garden Trident's top being visible on the "Bravo" team
designs would identify personnel as a military operation, the 101st Airborne Division was patch, the real Trident consists of a golden
unit. Before World War I, patches can be traced issued a brassard made of vinyl-coated cotton eagle clutching a U.S. Navy anchor, Trident,
back to the British Army, calling them "battle (often referred to as "oilcloth") and flintlock style pistol. Interestingly, the
patches". One set of patches that certainly caught our whole design is based on the British Combined
It was not until the 1920s that the patches reader's attention was the SEAL Team shows Operations badge.
became unique and individualised and gained patches. A lot of you asked where they could The Bravo team patch can be worn either as a
widespread popularity, eventually becoming an find them on sale in the U.K. So we thought that small square or circular laser-cut arm patch or
item to trade and collect. This brought civilians we would revisit them and show you where they incorporated into a U.S. flag, which comes in
closer to military members and made law are in stock, but more to the point where you two sizes. The only team member not to have
enforcement agents look more approachable. get them in the U.K. worn the larger U.S. flag version is Bravo 1,
The 81st Division Wildcats of the U.S. Army There is a whole heap of merchandise you who instead wears a more classic version of the
created the first American morale patch during can add to your loadouts on the skirmish field stars and stripes with a yellow border.
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All the bravo patches are laser cut with either a

Multicam or AOR1 and two foregrounds and then
laminated, in this case, onto a black reflective
background. The rarer options include red, white
and blue background with a Multicam foreground
and also a bright orange background with a
Multicam black foreground, but these versions have
never seen any screen time.
The arm patch call signs start with 1B9, which
depicts Bravo 1 (Jason Hayes); however, the "9" is
fictitious and refers to the Squadron and sits just
outside of reality as there are only eight real teams.
Some characters wear unique patches such as
Bravo 1, who wears a Hockey Mask patch, which
relates to David Boreanaz being a huge hockey fan
and avid supporter of the Philadelphia Flyers team.
The Seal Team patch shows that you can design

your own team patch with a little imagination.
Once you have come up with your design and are
happy with it, it is time to get it made up. There
are loads of patch manufacturers online for you to
use; we use IOM Ballistic Designs for all our AI500
patches. Their contact details can be found in their
ad in the magazine.
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test mine airsoft
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■ We currently run an onsite shop with a selection of products from Spear

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CATER for all players, no matter what age, ABILITY, gameplay style or kit
available - our oldest regular player IS 64 years of age!
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BODYGUARD
380
TOKYO MARUI RECENTLY RELEASED A RANGE OF COMPACT CARRY OR CONCEALED CARRY
PISTOLS. THE LATEST TO HIT THE MARKET IS THE BODYGUARD 380. THE REAL-WORLD
VERSION OF THIS PISTOL IS DESIGNED TO PROVIDE PERSONAL PROTECTION IN AN
EASY-TO-CARRY AND COMFORTABLE PLATFORM. INTERESTING, THE REAL-WORLD
VERSION OF THIS PISTOL CHAMBERS A 380 ACP ROUND AND HAS A CAPACITY OF 7;
THANKFULLY, WE GET A FEW MORE ROUNDS IN OUR WORLD.
GET YOURS FROM
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TOK YO MARUI T
FEATURES
■ Fixed Hop-Up
■ Semi-Auto
■ Polymer shell
■ Metal internals
■ Unique Design
■ Small and compact
■ No Blow Back
■ Price £79.00
■ www.fire-support.co.uk
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H E B O D Y G U A R D N B B 3 8 0
BODYGUARD
GET YOURS FROM
BEFORE WE GET INTO THE REVIEW, THERE ARE A FEW QUESTIONS THAT NEED
TO BE ANSWERED; THE FIRST IS THAT THIS MINIATURE PISTOL IS AN NBB OR
380
It is worth mentioning that because the pistol is
non-blowback, it is very quiet compared to other
larger NBB pistols due to its size and a short
trigger pull. This also means that you get a very
NON-BLOW BACK PISTOL WHICH MEANS THE TOP SLIDE DOES NOT CYCLE, AND responsive and rapid rate of fire that will quickly
drain the magazine's capacity of 10 rounds in a
YOU CAN'T RACK THE PISTOL AS YOU CAN WITH A GAS BLOW BACK PISTOL. THE matter of seconds.
SECOND FOLLOWS ON FROM THE FIRST ANSWER, WHICH RELATES TO SIMULATED
RECOIL- THERE IS NONE! THE THIRD RELATES TO THE FACT THAT THIS PISTOL IS A DOWN RANGE
"CONCEALED CARRY PISTOL" FOR ALL INTENTS AND PURPOSES, WHICH BEGS THE We were pleased with the performance. We set
up the target at around 4 metres and then 9
QUESTION, IS THERE A NEED FOR THIS TYPE OF PISTOL ON A SKIRMISH FIELD? metres distance and using a combination of 0.2g
BBs and green gas. The groupings were pretty
The answer to that question is surprising and The first thing that has to be said about accurate, especially when you consider the
"yes" but not for the reasons you might expect, this pistol is that it lives up to the exacting length of the pistol's barrel. However, the pistol
other than its price point (according to Fire standards in build and performance that you didn't like heavier BB’s in fact, using 0.3g BBs
Support) it's a "Cheap" Tokyo Marui product. In would expect from Tokyo Marui. Still, it suffers we noticed a significant drop off after 9 meters.
short, they mean that this model is £30 to £40 from functionality issues because the mag
cheaper than its stablemates. The fact that this release and safety and the trigger are the only
pistol is a compact concealed carry has very visibly movable parts of this pistol. The red
little to do with its popularity... it's the price.
Using a gas blowback (GBB) pistol or rifle
button forward of the trigger guard is "eye
candy", a non-functional aiming laser pressure
SUMMARY
You're either going to love, hate or be
gives you a much more realistic experience. switch, which you can see has been replicated intrigued by the look of this pistol. Marui
The main attraction to a GBB pistol is, in the pistols shell (just under the muzzle). fans are going to buy this pistol purely
without a doubt, the recoil, but the lack of The shell also supports some nice clear on its pedigree or maybe as something
gearbox noise/whine and arguably quieter trades, which we won't go into at this point to pull out in the safezone to show their
magazines are all benefits. The advantages other than to mention that they are there. mates. In all honesty, we are sat on the
of a non-blowback (NBB) are gas efficiency, Due to the size of the pistol grip, two fingers fence... I mean, the price is appealing,
ease of maintenance, and FPS power; however, deep, the bottom of the magazine and back of sure, but the lack of that all-important
the biggest benefit for most is cost, which is the magazine well have been ergonomically realism is a bit off-putting, as is the
evident with the Bodyguard. designed so that your third finger raps around size. However, if you're on a budget
We should probably mention at this point the bottom of the magazine and offers a and want a well-produced, hard-hitting
that we are not the biggest fans of NBB pistols; comfortable and natural grip. Pocket Rocket at close range, then the
however, we were pleasantly surprised with You'll be please to know that the Bodyguards Bodyguard 380 might be the right pistol
the Tokyo Marui version of The Bodyguard internals are metal, which does help with the to welcome into your armoury.
380. It's performance did not disappoint overall weight and is present to take the stress
despite there being a fixed slide and hop. of the rate of fire you can achieve.
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WARRIOR
ASSAULT SYSTEMS
LASER CUT TECHNOLOGY
TRIPLE 40MM DROP DOWN

FLASH BANG POUCH VELCRO POUCH
HORIZONTAL INDIVIDUAL LOW PROFILE PLATE CARRIER WITH SINGLE SNAP MAG
FIRST AID KIT LADDER SIDES AND 5.56 TRIPLE POUCH 5.56MM SHORT
BUNGEE MAGAZINE POUCH
COMPACT DUMP POUCH LOW PROFILE BELT WITH DETACHABLE FRONT PANEL
POLYMER COBRA BELT TRIPLE SNAP MAG
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LASER-CUT RANGE
WARRIOR ASSAULT SYSTEMS ENDEAVOUR TO THE
DESIGN, DEVELOPMENT AND MANUFACTURE
OF HIGH QUALITY TACTICAL GEAR. WITH A
PRODUCT RANGE THAT HAS PREDOMINANTLY
BEEN DEVELOPED FOLLOWING DIRECT FEEDBACK
FROM SERVING TIER-1 ASSETS, WARRIOR
ASSAULT SYSTEMS ARE REGARDED AS AN
EXCEPTIONAL SOURCE OF TACTICAL GEAR.
Warrior Assault Systems was founded in the United
Kingdom in 2005, with an onus placed on functionality,
durability and overall weight reduction, their product
range has enhanced the operational capabilities
of the modern warfighter around the world. Their
product range includes a variety of cutting edge tactical
equipment, all manufactured to the highest standard
using certified mil-spec materials sourced from the United
States. Warrior Assault Systems is a brand you can place your
trust in, having been tried and tested in the most intense and
critical of environments; the theatre of war. With a product
range that includes a range of equipment that has been
designed and developed following direct input from serving
Tier-1 assets following deployment in theatres such as Iraq
and Afghanistan, it is of no surprise that Warrior Assault
Systems has fast become a mainstay in tactical excellence,
with dealers found in 28 different countries. By using Warrior
Assault Systems’ equipment you are investing in equipment
that has been battle tested by the world’s finest modern
warfighters.
In a 6-page special, this month we’ve been lucky enough to
get an exclusive look at Warrior Assault Systems’ latest, and
dare we say, greatest range of equipment launched by the
UK-based tactical gear manufacturer – a range of laser-cut
equipment that really pushes Warrior into the upper echelons
of tactical gear manufacturing. With a plethora of new
options brought to the table, we have no doubt that you’ll find
something that takes your liking within the new range – from
the tried and tested Low Profile Carrier; a staple of the Warrior
Assault Systems’ range, to a range of pouches, all of which
have been designed in close unison with a range of Tier-1
contingents around the world.
THE L A SER-CUT R ANGE W I T H W A R R I O R A S
IT’S BEEN AN ABSOLUTE PLEASURE WATCHING WARRIOR ASSAULT SYSTEMS’ being non-accessible for those who need it the
most. Due to this, Warrior Assault Systems’
GROW AS A COMPANY. FOUNDED IN THE UNITED KINGDOM IN 2006, WARRIOR have grown a global following, with their
equipment combat tested by some of the best
ASSAULT SYSTEMS’ HAVE SINCE BLOSSOMED, TAKING FULL ADVANTAGE OF THEIR military units around the world.
HEREFORD-BASED OFFICES TO BREACH THE INNER CIRCLES OF SOME OF THE From the design through to the materials
used, Warrior Assault Systems’ have ensured
UKS MOST PRESTIGIOUS TIER-1 UNITS. SINCE THE COMPANY’S INCEPTION, THEIR that their offerings work well in unison, as
well as in a standalone capacity, and do so for
MISSION OBJECTIVE HAS BEEN SIMPLE, WITH WARRIOR ASSAULT SYSTEMS’ extended periods of use. One advantage of
ENDEAVORING TO PRODUCE A RANGE OF HIGH-QUALITY TACTICAL EQUIPMENT, working so closely with a number of SF units
from around the world is the design process.
WITH AN ONUS PLACED ON FUNCTIONALITY, DURABILITY AND OVERALL WEIGHT Through direct input from UK Special Forces,
REDUCTION. IN DOING SO, THEY HAVE BEEN ABLE TO ENHANCE THE OPERATIONAL along with a number of other SF units, Warrior
Assault Systems’ have been able to proactively
CAPABILITIES OF THE MODERN WARFIGHTER AROUND THE WORLD. make changes to their equipment. Something
causing specific discomfort? Changes can be
With a product range that includes a range have quickly become a mainstay in tactical made. Improvements due to new technology?
of equipment that has been designed and excellence, with dealers found in 28 different Again, changes can be made. In fact, Warrior
developed following direct input from countries. Furthermore, Warrior Assault Assault Systems’ are consistently taking
serving Tier-1 assets following deployment in Systems’ have managed to keep their prices their product range back to the design table
theatres such as Iraq and Afghanistan, it is low, allowing the average user to make use of to ensure their products fully represent the
of no surprise that Warrior Assault Systems’ their equipment, as opposed to their pricing attention to detail they hold themselves to.
DESIGNED IN THE UK
Warrior Assault Systems prides itself
on its extensive range of designs. Their
products don’t just look good, they have
to be functional and that starts with
the design process. The design process
begins with an idea that originates from
Warrior, or with a specific request from
one of their customers or end-users.
Many of Warrior Assault Systems'
products have been developed with
direct input from UK Special Forces,
and their good friends serving past and
present in SF units from around the
World. Warrior Assault Systems' have
been fortunate to forge great bonds with
some of the Worlds most elite units, from
both Military and Police.
Warrior Assault Systems will then
spend many hours working through all
aspects, to form a solution, and with
input from our experienced design team
they will formulate a basic idea. This will
then be further developed in CAD format,
with a prototype machined soon after.
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S A U L T S Y S T E M S - L A S E R - C U T R A N G E
LOW PROFILE CARRIER V2 - LASER CUT

The Warrior Assault Systems Low Profile Carrier V2 is by no means a new
product, in fact, you’ll have no doubt see our take on both the Low Profile
Carrier V1 and Low Profile Carrier V2 in previous issues. While both
carriers employ different designations, the carriers are virtually identical,
with the difference being the choice of Cummerbund, with the V1 using a
solid-side variant and the V2 using a laddered variant. Both plate carriers
have been widely praised and are currently in use with a number of
armed forces contingents around the world.
However, not one to rest on their laurels, Warrior Assault Systems have
gone back to the LPC for a third time, making use of laser-cut materials
to lighten the weight carried by the end user. Designed with direct input
from serving operators within the SF community, the laser cut LPC
incorporates many new features that combine to make it one of the best
carriers on the market today.
The Low Profile Carrier utilises state of the art materials to reduce
overall signature and weight. The LPC V2 DFP M4 comes as standard with
a a free MOLLE front flap that allows the attachment of a full range of
MOLLE pouches. The panel is held in place by 2 vertical QASM clips, and
hook and loop which allows the panel to be removed and replaced with
a wide variety of preconfigured detachable panels that are both weapon
and mission specific.
The laser cut LPC features Warrior Assault Systems new air vent
thermo pads, which allow heat to evaporate from the body and increased
airflow to assist in cooling. The thermo pad also helps to decrease the
back-plate signature associated with ballistic impact and trauma. The
ultra-lightweight minimal carrier is available in 2 styles. The V1 variant
comes with MOLLE Solid Side cummerbunds, which can accommodate
both soft armour and hard side plates for additional protection if
required. The V2 variant comes with Ladder Side Cummerbunds which are
slimmer and lighter. The V2 has a reduced side profile and offers greater
ventilation and increased comfort.
The LPC incorporates Warrior’s speed clip system, which allows
very rapid removal of the carrier on a day-to-day basis, but also in an
emergency, no complicated cables to worry about, and reassembly takes
seconds. Additional features include a large upper integrated admin
pocket, with compartmented elastic loops for storage of a variety of gear,
and seamless integration with Warrior’s selection of back panels.
FEATURES
■ The Low Profile Carrier from Warrior Assault Systems has seen
somewhat of a facelift with this rendition of the plate carrier,
incorporating laser cutting technology to reduce the weight footprint
of the carrier.
■ The air vent thermo pads placed on the front and back of the plate
carrier aid in heat management, allowing heat to evaporate from the
body while increasing airflow to assist in cooling. This is paramount in
today’s area of operations.
■ Warrior Assault Systems’ speed clip system allows for the rapid
removal of the carrier on a day-to-day basis, allowing the end user to
remove the plate carrier in a matter of seconds; which can be vital in
emergency situations.
■ The front of the plate carrier includes a plethora of design

features, including quick clips to allow for the use of interchangeable
front panels and a large admin pocket, which is perfect for storing
important equipment.
■ The Low Profile Carrier makes use of the highest quality materials,
including 500-denier Nylon, US mil-spec nylon thread; which is treated
against UV and mildew damage, and ITW military rated clips.
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THE L A SER-CUT R ANGE W I T H W A R R I O R A S S
SMALL HORIZONTAL IFAK LARGE HORIZONTAL IFAK

The Laser Cut IFAK pouch is designed to hold an operator’s The Laser Cut Large Horizontal IFAK pouch is designed to
personal medical kit, including Combat Gauze, CAT and/or hold an SF Operator’s medical kit, including multiple Combat
Trauma Bandage. They are all stored securely in a removable Gauze, Chest Seals, CATs, Trauma Bandage and nasopharyngeal
sleeve, which slots inside the outer pouch. Airways. They are all stowed securely in a removable sleeve,
The sleeve and medkit are held firmly in place by elasticated which has elasticated pockets and loops for dedicated storage,
sides and Velcro. the inner sleeve then simply slots inside the outer pouch, and
A large tab with non-slip Hypalon coating is attached to the held firmly in place by elasticated sides and Velcro.
inner sleeve and once pulled with force releases the inner A large tab with non-slip Hypalon coating is attached to the
sleeve from the otter pouch, allowing quick and easy access inner sleeve and once pulled with force releases the inner
single-handed operation. sleeve from the otter pouch, allowing quick and easy access
single-handed operation.
MATERIALS + HARDWARE
Warrior Assault Systems uses the
highest quality materials during their
manufacturing process. Their Webbing,
Material, Threads, Velcro and Plastic
Hardwear are all of the highest quality,
and are directly imported from the
United States. Their products can be
manufactured using IR treated fabrics
upon request. Their threads are
treated against the negative effects
of UV light, Mildew and extreme
fluctuations in temperature.
Combined with their excellent sewing
standard, quality control and attention
to detail, their premium quality
materials guarantee that you will
receive a product that will not let you
down and can function in the harshest
of environments.
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S A U L T S Y S T E M S - L A S E R - C U T
DROP DOWN VELCRO UTILITY POUCH MBTIR/HARRIS

The Laser Cut Drop Down Velcro Utility Pouch hangs under the front flap of
most carriers and attaches quickly and securely via Velcro. Ideal for use with RADIO POUCH
The Laser Cut MBITR/Harris Radio
Warriors LPC, DCS, RPC, QRC and PCR Chest rig.
There are 2 zip pockets, the larger and main compartment is designed for Pouch can accommodate both the
storage and quick access of larger accessories and tools, Med Kit and Admin MBITR 148 and Harris PRC 152.
/ Maps, etc. The smaller pocket is good for the storage of smaller items such Velcro and bungee closure is fully
as torches, batteries, Compass, etc. On the underside, there are 2 elastic adjustable for height and double
loops for chem lights and or markers. The Drop Down Pouch can also be used Mil-Spec elastic provides the
as an add on for lower abdomen protection, we have included a rear pocket lateral tension for both radios.
which allows a level 3a soft insert to be added. The front of the pouch has The Laser-Cut MV-MHRP-L can
laser cut Velcro comprising of 4 loops that allow the attachment of patches. be attached via 2 MOLLE arms
to the range of Warrior Plate
Carriers, Belts, Chest Rigs and
Bags. Batteries can be changed
quickly and simply via a Velcro
tab, without removing the radio
from the pouch.
WING VELCRO MBTIR RADIO POUCH

The Laser Cut Wing Velcro MBITR/Harris Radio Pouch
(Left Side) can accommodate both the MBITR 148 and
Harris PRC 152. Velcro and bungee closure is fully
adjustable for height and double Mil-Spec elastic
provides the lateral tension for both radios. The
MV-MHRP-L Velcro’s under the front panel of the full
range of Warrior Plate Carriers. The side
cummerbund then closes over the pouch so
that it is secured on the inside. The pouch
and radio then sit tightly against
the left side of the operator’s body,
streaming the outer profile of the
Carrier and eliminating snag hazards.
Batteries can be changed quickly
and simply via a Velcro tab, without
removing the radio from the pouch.
GETTING IT BATTLE READY

One question we're asked a lot when it comes
to plate carrier reviews is how we personally
would set them up. By this, we mean what
pouches we would incorporate into our
load-outs, and where exactly we would place each
pouch. Now, in regard to placement, this is something only you
can do. There are a number of variables in place when it comes
to setting up a plate carrier for yourself; such as whether you're
right or left handed, what your role within your specific airsoft
team is, or even something as simple as what Armed Forces' you
are trying to replicate.
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THE L A SER-CUT R ANGE W I T H W A R R I O R
ASSAULTERS BACK PANEL MK1

The Laser Cut Assaulters Back Panel (ABP), has been designed to be
compatible with the full range of Warriors Laser Cut LPC Carrier can also be
used with their Elite Ops range of carriers, (DCS, RPC, LPC and QRC).
The ABP quickly zips on to the rear of the carrier via our MOLLE zip adapter
kit, (included). The adapter kit comprises a left and a right-sided vertical zip
panel, simply MOLLE each adapter to the rear sides of the carrier and zip the
panel to the adapters.
The MK1 variant of the Assaulters Back Panel utilises the top section of the
ABP panel and comes with our removable Laser Cut adjustable Triple 40mm
pouch, ideal for storage of pyrotechnics or baton rounds. The lower section has
our removable Laser Cut fast pull horizontal medic pouch. The Assaulters Panel
comes with an internal hydration compartment and a pull-out lower pocket for
carriage of MOE gear such as, expandable hammers, hooligan bars and bolt cutters.
DETACHABLE TRIPLE BUNGEE

5.56 MAGAZINE PANEL
The Laser Cut Detachable Triple 5.56 Mag Pouch is a
removable Front Panel which attaches to the front of
Warriors Laser Cut LPC Plate Carrier, via Velcro and 2
Vertical SQM clips. The DFP-TB-556P holds 3 x 5.56mm
x 45mm mags, and are held in place via bungee
retention cord, Hypalon lining provides additional mag
retention when bungee safety is removed. Each front
panel pouch has 4 MOLLE slots externally, allowing
the attachment of additional pouches such as pistol
mag pouches, CAT pouch or Multitool pouch.
FINAL THOUGHTS
In our personal opinion, the Warrior Assault Systems Laser Cut range is well on
its way to being deemed to sit in the upper echelons of plate carriers. Putting
build quality and features to one side (all of which are extremely high quality),
the equipment works perfectly. A number of the Airsoft International team make
use of the Laser Cut system at this point, many of which have ditched offerings
from 'Gucci' American manufacturers such as Crye Precision, Mayflower or Ferro
Concepts. With the Laser Cut range, Warrior Assault Systems have demonstrated
that high quality equipment doesn't always have to cost a premium. That's not
to say that the Laser Cut range is 'cheap'; it's not. However, it is far cheaper than
the other aforementioned brands, and the build quality is as good, if not better in
some cases.
Personally, I'm yet to get out onto the skirmish field with the Laser-Cut Low
Profile Carrier, however, the AI500 is right around the corner, and you can bet I'll
be doing my usual running around in real world plates, so that will be the real test
for the LPC when compared to the others within the AI office who make use of it.
Personally, I cannot wait, and will no doubt report back once that's happened!
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CRITICAL
KRYPTEK I N A S S O C I A T I O N
W W W. MIL I TA R Y 1S T. C O . UK
W I T H
THE KRYPTEK PATTERNS HAVE BEEN ON THE CAMOUFLAGE SCENE

FOR MANY YEARS NOW BUT ARE OFTEN SORELY NEGLECTED. WITH
GROWING SUPPORT FROM MANY MANUFACTURERS PRODUCING
APPAREL AND TACTICAL NYLON IN GENUINE KRYPTEK PATTERNS,
IT HAS NEVER BEEN EASIER TO FIND THE KIT YOU WANT IN THIS
EXCITING AND FUTURISTIC PATTERN.
W I T H W W W . M I L I T A R Y 1 S T . C O . U K
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CAMOUFLAGE 101
We should all know by now that camouflage is designed
to fool the eye of the onlooker via several disorientating
techniques and tricks. The colours help blend the wearer
in amongst the background and the disruptive
patterning helps to baffle and confuse the viewer by
"breaking up the outline" and almost blurring the
shape of familiar figures and shapes.
As such, camouflage patterns can come
coloured in numerous schemes to fit different
environments better. You don't have to
look far to see the relationship between
the UK's own DPM and the Desert
DPM variant, which is essentially two
differently coloured patterns tuned
specifically for the environment.
CRITICAL KRYPTEK
Instead of just one or two coloured
patterns, the Kryptek family consists
of no less than ten individually
tailored colour schemes, each
suited to a slightly different
environment. The pattern itself is
highly distinctive and almost utilises
psychedelic qualities to further confuse
any potential onlookers.
“KRYPTEK UTILISES A
MULTI-DIRECTIONAL DESIGN
TO EFFECTIVELY CONCEAL IN A
MULTITUDE OF TERRAINS THAT
HAVE EITHER A VERTICAL OR
LATERAL FLOW. THE BI-LEVEL
LAYERING OF THE PATTERNS
INCORPORATES TRANSITIONAL
BACKGROUND SHADING AND
SHARP, RANDOM GEOMETRICAL
FOREGROUNDS TO CREATE A
THREE-DIMENSIONAL EFFECT
THAT ENSURES THE UTMOST
CONCEALMENT AT BOTH CLOSE
AND LONG RANGES. THESE
COMPONENTS COMBINED
WITH COLOURATIONS SELECTED
AND MATCHED BASED ON INPUT FROM
TESTING AND OPERATORS IN THE FIELD
MAKE KRYPTEK THE ULTIMATE IN
PASSIVE BATTLEFIELD DECEPTION”.
THE KRYPTEK PATTERNS

PUT SIMPLY, THE KRYPTEK PATTERNS ARE BASED AROUND A SMUDGY, BLENDED COLOUR BACKGROUND AND OVER
THE TOP OF THAT, YOU’LL FIND AN ALMOST NET-LIKE WEB OF GEOMETRIC SHAPES, JUST LIKE WHEN YOU SPRAY PAINT
A COLOUR THROUGH A SCRIM NET ONTO A SURFACE. THESE PATTERNS COME IN MANY DIFFERENT COLOUR PALETTES
FROM WHITE TO BLACK, ALL THE WAY THROUGH THE GREENS, BROWNS AND EVEN BLUES.
MANDRAKE RAID
Only the strong survive beneath the Created for those situations when the
canopy where the shadows deepen and quarters are close and the jungle is urban.
the surroundings are dense. Kryptek Kryptek Raid is the camo for finding that
MandrakeTM is designed for those regions prey that lurks in the shadows of the streets.
where success or survival depends on your
ability to become one with your domain.
HIGHLANDER ALTITUDE
Specially designed for those geographical Your prey takes form as a mist shrouded
regions and elevations that are varied. shape on a distant ridge. Above the tree line
Kryptek HighlanderTM increases stealth where the air is thin and cover is sparse, you
when pursuing a wide range of quarry in need a camouflage that allows you to close
mixed terrain. the gap and retake the high ground.
NOMAD BANSHEE
A theatre of operations that is harsh A touch of frost has heightened your
and desolate requires deception of a awareness and your heart steadily beats
certain type. Kryptek Nomad serves when in anticipation. Your senses are suddenly
the surroundings are barren and the alert to the movement on the forest floor
environment is hostile. and you realise that the moment of harvest
is at hand. Strike with the confidence of a
predator at one with their surroundings.
TYPHON NEPTUNE
Darkness is the ally of the predator that A predator lurks just below the surface. He
prowls at night. Kryptek Typhon serves is a shadowy figure gliding silently through
those who operate when and where others the depths or perhaps a hidden entity
will not venture. patiently waiting in vigil on the ocean floor.
His advantage is stealth and his attacks are
sudden. He is the ruler of his domain.
YETI PONTUS
When conditions worsen and the A colour pallet created for those
temperatures fall, when days are short and individuals with an obsession that is
the shadows are long. Kryptek Yeti provides manifested by chasing rainbows in Montana
concealment when cover is only found in or wrestling Marlin off the coast of Baja.
subtle creases of the snow pack.
MANDRAKE
As you may well know if you are acquainted with the series of
Harry Potter books or films, the Mandrake is a plant commonly
associated with myth and superstition. This is because they contain a
hallucinogenic substance, and also their root formations often form
in the shape of a human figure, making the name quite fitting for
the bizarre, twisted and disorienting shapes of a camouflage pattern
made to blend in, in the deep, dark woods.
What we get in this pattern is a murky green, being and dark brown
mottled background which probably wouldn't look all that dissimilar
to the A-TACS FG pattern or indeed the old "Rebels on Endor”
costumes from Star Wars: Return of the Jedi if it wasn’t for the crazy
webbed shapes over the top. Up close these shapes don’t really look
like anything at all other than a slightly nauseating hallucination, but
as you back away, they tend to “cluster” and form into suggestions
of leaves, palm fronds and tree bark all without really being anything
like them. It's an effective ruse that also has the added benefit of
looking pretty cool at the same time!
Whether you want to wear Kryptek Mandrake or any of the other
patterns in the family for concealment or simply to set you apart from
the crowd, you’ll want some solid, skirmish worthy gear.
UNIFORM
As usual, we kick off with a uniform selection and this time around we have
gone with Helikon’s new CPU or "Combat Patrol Uniform" set. Priced from
£35.50 for plain coloured CPU shirts and the same again for the trousers,
the uniform is designed to be both hard-wearing and also comfortable.
Reinforcements and cleverly stitched gussets and expansion
bellows provide an active fit and no hindrance to movement
whilst retaining an all-round durable build. The price for
each garment in genuine Kryptek Mandrake patterned
material rises to £76.00 per piece, but for this, you can
ensure high-quality material and also a permanent,
fade-resistant patterning, unlike the inferior copied
patterns you'll find on the market.
£76.00 HELIKON
CPU SHIRT
This quality, heavy wearing and comfortable
Combat Patrol Uniform (CPU) shirt features
two way front zipper, a back slit, six pockets,
elbow patch reinforcements on each arm and
Velcro plates for attachment of patches.
■ Mandarin collar with soft fleece inside

■ Zipped front with Velcro flap closure
■ Two slanted chest pockets with Velcro
top closure and zip side entry
■ Sewn-in loop inside each chest pocket
■ Upper arm pocket on each sleeve with
Velcro flap and zip side entry
■ Pen/chem-light holder on arm pockets
■ Two forearm pockets with Velcro flaps
■ Pleated back
■ Underarm zippers for ventilation
■ Elbow patch reinforcements on each arm
■ Pockets with Velcro closure on each arm for padding
■ Velcro panels for attachment of patches
■ Velcro cuff adjusters
■ Chest epaulette
■ Material: NyCo Ripstop (50% Cotton, 50% Nylon), MIL-SPEC, NIR treated
£76.00 HELIKON
CPU TROUSERS
These quality, heavy wearing and comfortable Combat Patrol Uniform (CPU) cargo trousers
feature ten pockets and double layers on the knee and backside.
■ Button fastening and fly

■ Two large front pockets
■ Two small open pockets at the front
■ Two slanted cargo pockets with Velcro closure, button loop and elastic drawstring
■ Two rear pockets with button flaps
■ One lower side pocket with Velcro flap on each leg
■ Reinforced seat and knees for longer wear
■ Pockets with Velcro closure on each knee for padding (pads not included)
■ Belt loops (2x front belt loops with an additional loops)
■ Side waist adjusters
■ Drawstring on the legs bottom
■ Material: NyCo Ripstop (50% Cotton, 50% Nylon), MIL-SPEC, NIR treated
WE CERTAINLY CAN’T FAULT THE QUALITY AND UTILITY OF THESE HELIKON

UNIFORMS, AND THAT'S NO SURPRISE GIVEN THE TRACK RECORD THEY
HAVE WITH US AND OTHER USERS. ON A PERSONAL LEVEL, SOME OF THE
STAFF HERE AT AIHQ FIND THE WEIGHT OF THE SHIRTS A LITTLE STIFLING,
NOT IN TERMS OF PHYSICAL WEIGHT, BUT THEY ARE QUITE BULKY AND
HOT UNDER RIGS OR ARMOUR. DURING THE COLDER MONTHS, THE EXTRA
INSULATION MIGHT BE PREFERABLE, BUT UNFORTUNATELY, IT'S NOT
DELIVERED IN THE FORM OF A TECHNICAL FABRIC, SO IF YOU DO SWEAT,
YOU COULD STAY DAMP FOR A WHILE.
The trousers, on the other hand, or should we say foot, sorry... are all round spot-on. They are a
simple design without too much fuss or excess. It's easy to go direct for the integrated knee-pad
designs that are popular these days but honestly, there's nothing wrong with a solid, simple and
reliable design like this.
£99.00 DIRECT ACTION

DRAGON EGG
Direct Action has specified the Dragon Egg with a deep, rubberised air-mesh
padding on the back of the bag, providing comfort and ventilation when
wearing for long periods and contoured shoulder straps with a sternum
stabiliser strap.
In addition to the common compression straps on the outside of the back
which assist in securing the load, there are tough-stitched nylon "daisy chain"
loops which can be used to lash things to the pack or clip-on carabiners
in an ad-hoc fashion. These are arranged to make it possible to lace up a
shock-cord mesh on the front of the pack if required.
As with the rest of the range of Direct Action packs, the Dragon Egg pack is
flawlessly constructed from 500d Cordura material with high quality polymer
hardware and YKK zippers meaning the chances of it letting you down really
are slim to none.
IF YOU ARE IN THE MARKET FOR A CAPABLE PACK THAT

CAN GIVE YOU SERVICE BOTH AT THE WEEKENDS WHEN
SKIRMISHING AND ALSO DURING THE WEEK WHEN GOING
TO WORK OR SCHOOL, THE DRAGON EGG IS LIKELY TO BE
THE IDEAL CHOICE.
LOAD-CARRYING
In light of the uniform being a little bulky to wear
under a full plate carrier, we've opted for a chest rig
in this instance. Made by Condor Outdoor, the Recon
Chest rig does exactly what it says on the tin. It's ideal
for ranging out ahead of the rest of the team, loaded
up and ready to pin down the enemy. It has a fixed
pouch layout, but MOLLE space on either side gives you
adaptability. In the case of this rig, we have fitted the
right-hand panel with a Fobus MOLLE holster mount
for a Glock 19. The left-hand side has been left open
because the integrated radio pouch has been used to
hold our TRI PRC-152 radio handset.
The Recon Rig is a great piece of kit for the price and
can accept M4 or AK type magazines in the six main
pouches. There are also six smaller pouches across the
front, all with removable flaps. These can be used for
pistol magazines or alternatively smokes or bangs. The
strap system is great, with plenty of adjustability and
neat velcro tie-downs to take up any slack webbing,
meaning you don't need to trim or tape up the rig.
£57.99 CONDOR OUTDOOR

RECON CHEST RIG
This quality chest rig offers the most effective way of carrying a field load on
the chest. It features six single pistol and three double stacker/Kangaroo type
ammo pockets with drainage holes, 3x4 MOLLE panels on each side, and one
long 1x14 MOLLE strap along the top edge of the rig. Also, one large built-in
utility pocket, one mesh pocket on the back, and two open-top mag pouches
(one on each side), all easily accessible from the top. Single pistol ammo
pockets include adjustable Velcro openings with pull tabs, whereas stacked
pockets include multiple adjustable paracords with 1x2 MOLLE straps.
THE WHOLE RIG IS FULLY ADJUSTABLE AND ADAPTABLE TO

ANY HEIGHT AND CHEST SIZE. IT FEATURES PADDED CROSS-
BACK SHOULDER STRAPS WITH 3X1 MOLLE WEBBING AND
D-RING AND A UNIQUE SWIVEL LOCKSTER - SWIVEL PUSH-
BUTTON RELEASE BUCKLE FOR QUICK CHANGEOVERS AND
EASY CHANGEOVERS WEIGHT DISTRIBUTION.
■ 6x single pistol & 3x double stacker/Kangaroo type pockets
■ Holds 6x M4/M16 mag & 6 pistol mag
■ Built-in large utility pocket
■ Padded cross-back shoulder strap with webbing & D-ring
■ Adjustable Velcro openings & paracords
■ Unique Swivel Lockster/Push-Button release buckle
■ Material: Genuine Kryptek Outdoor Highlander material
BUYING IN
If you are interested in getting geared up in Kryptek Mandrake, and
we can't blame you. In that case, it's a great looking pattern that
not only looks a little different from the norm but is also highly
effective in its intended environment, make sure you check out
Military 1st and their website www.military1st.co.uk. There are few
retailers in the UK and beyond that hold the same level of stock
as these guys and you can rest assured that your order will be
processed, dispatched and delivered in the shortest possible time.
SPECIAL FORCES B A C K T O B A S I C S W
BACK
TO BASICS
I N A S S O C I A T I O N W I T H M I L I T A R Y 1 S T
AIRSOFT IS ONE OF THOSE HOBBIES THAT CAN QUICKLY DRAIN YOUR BANK ACCOUNT OF
THAT THERE IS NO DOUBT, BUT OVER THE YEARS OF PUBLISHING AI WE HAVE SHOWN
THAT YOU DON'T HAVE TO SPEND A FORTUNE TO BE COMPETITIVE ON A SKIRMISH
FIELD, WHICH CAN ALSO BE SAID ABOUT THE GEAR YOU PLAY IN. YOU COULD ARGUE
THAT WE CAN BE ELITIST IN THE LOAD OUTS WE FEATURE, BUT WE HAVE ALWAYS
KEPT ONE EYE ON AFFORDABILITY. THANKS TO MANY COMMUNITY-DRIVEN
MANUFACTURERS PRODUCING GOOD QUALITY, AFFORDABLE PRODUCTS, YOU
DON'T HAVE TO INVEST HEAVILY IN TACTICAL. THAT BEING SAID, YOU CAN PEEL
BACK THE LAYERS OF TACTICAL GEAR EVEN FURTHER TO MAKE YOUR
LOADOUT EVEN MORE AFFORDABLE AND VERY FUNCTIONAL.
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BACK TO BASICS
Suppose you break it down to the
minimums you’re going to need for a
skirmish field. In that case, it's essentially
something to shoot, eye pro, a magazine
carrier of some description, clothing,
gloves and boots. It's a lot to take in and
even harder to find the right choice for
you, but that's where we come in as we
talk you through a basic loadout in the
hope that we will inspire you to think a
little bit outside the box and come up with
your own unique look on the skirmish field
this spring/summer.
Taking our inspiration from believe it or
not US Navy SEAL, this particular loadout
could easily fall into the "Gun for Hire"
category, mercenary or even PMC role that
all have a place on the skirmish field and
a particular advantage in an urban arena,
where a lightweight, high-speed, low drag,
uncomplicated loadout is the way to go.
OFF T HE PEG
£33.95 TROUSERS
TEESAR - BATTLE DRESS UNIFORM
There's nothing special about the clothes that we used with this project, most of them are "off the peg" items.
The pants are a pair of Battle Dress Uniform trousers from Teesar - made of highly breathable Cotton Ripstop
material, which is extremely hard wearing and the most durable material you can get combat clothing in. The key
to their durability lies in the fact that they are Ripstop fabrics, which is woven fabrics often made of nylon, using
a reinforcing technique that makes them more resistant to tearing and ripping. Stronger (and often thicker)
reinforcement yarns are interwoven at regular intervals in a crosshatch pattern into the garment's main material.
The advantage of Ripstop over more traditional materials is the favourable strength-to-weight ratio and that
small tears cannot easily spread. Fibres used to make ripstop include cotton, silk, polyester, and polypropylene,
with nylon content often limited to the crosshatched threads that make it tear-resistant. The other stand-out
point is the reinforced seat and knees that will undoubtedly help on a skirmish field.
£40.00 SHIRT
CRAGHOPPERS KIWI
The shirt we used is nothing more than a "Duty Shirt".
Virtually every tactical gear clothing brand will have
one in its catalogue. It just so happened that we had
a Craghoppers version kicking around in our gear
locker. It's branded as a relaxed, easy-care trail
shirt that has been constructed from recycled,
sun-protective* and insect bite-proof polyester
cotton for reliable, effective performance in
the outdoors. Approximately 19 bottles were
recycled to make this product and in this day
and age, I think you would all agree is a fantastic
feat in its own right. The shirt also benefits from
what Crachoppers refer to as a “Solarshield collar"
and the ability to wash and wear, meaning no ironing!
■ Wash&Wear ■ Recycled Materials

■ Solarshield collar ■ Three pockets
IN A SSOCIATION WITH
ALTHOUGH IT IS POSSIBLE TO PLAY

AIRSOFT WITH JUST YOUR GUN
AND A SPARE MAGAZINE OR BBS IN
YOUR POCKET, AS YOU GET MORE
INVOLVED YOU ARE LIKELY TO WANT
TO INVEST IN SOME FORM OF LOAD
CARRYING EQUIPMENT. THIS WILL
ALLOW YOU TO CARRY SOME OF
THE MORE INVOLVED STUFF
LIKE GRENADES, A RADIO,
SOMETHING TO DRINK AND
MAYBE A MULTITOOL, TORCH
OR OTHER ACCESSORIES.
TURN TO THE NEXT PAGE
FOR ONE OF THE BEST AND
MONEY-SAVING ASSAULT
VESTS WE'VE EVER HAD
THE PLEASURE OF
WORKING WITH!
EYE PROTECTION
Airsoft guns are relatively harmless and even from close range, one within the power limits
of the UK will leave you with nothing more than a trivial injury. This is true for your entire
body except 2 points, your eyes.
At just one joule (328fps on a 0.2g BB) an airsoft gun discharges a round with enough
energy to pop your eyeball like a juicy cherry tomato. If that happens, it’s game over.
Your eye will not heal and you will be blinded for good. Given that you only have two
eyes, this is something you MUST avoid and it is easily done. Ballistic goggles
and glasses do the job and provided they meet or exceed the relevant
standard (In Europe this in EN166), they will be as good as
impenetrable. Many players like to use mesh goggles and
although these do not have any ballistic standards ratings,
practical use has found them to be adequate in terms of
protection from injury. Mesh has the benefit of not
steaming up or misting like many polycarbonate
lenses can, however the downside is that they
can let small particles through that can
irritate the eyes, if not cause an
injury. Our advice is to use a
full-seal goggle that sits
directly against your face
or even better, a full face
mask that protects your
teeth too, for your first few
games. This will allow you to
make your own decision based
on personal experience.
£105.00 MAGNUM
ULTIMA 6.0 WP BOOTS THE ULTIMA 6.0 IS A REAL STEP IN THE RIGHT DIRECTION WHEN IT COMES TO
Almost as essential as eye protection is a good pair
of suitable boots. Although you might not suffer
RENEWABLE MANUFACTURING. WHILE THE WHOLE BOOT IS NOT MADE FROM
life-changing damage from rolling your ankle, it’s RECYCLED MATERIALS, THE UPPER IS, AND IS DONE SO IN A VERY CLEVER WAY.
something you want to avoid, especially if it would
prevent you from working etc. As such, an area we MADE FROM RECYCLED 380ML PLASTIC BOTTLES, THIS IS THE BEGINNING OF A
advise new players to invest in as much as they can
is the footwear department. You don’t have to spend
VERY IMPORTANT JOURNEY FOR MAGNUM; ALLOWING THEM TO FOCUS ON AND
a fortune but what you need to look for is some well DEVELOP ENVIRONMENTALLY CONSIDERED, SUSTAINABLE PRODUCTS WITHOUT
fitting, sturdy boots that are grippy and give you
good ankle support. Many airsoft sites are in thick COMPROMISING ON PERFORMANCE. AND THEY'VE DEFINITELY HIT THE NAIL ON
woodland or dilapidated areas with uneven ground.
Since you’ll usually be preoccupied with avoiding
THE HEAD WITH THE ULTIMA 6.0.
enemy BBs or shooting back your own, it’s inevitable
that the odd trip or stumble will occur so you need
something that instills a little confidence. Some
brands to look for are Viper Tactical and Magnum.
These companies both make solid, dependable boots
that don’t cost the earth.
The Ultima 6.0 WP Boot is an interesting product to IN A SS O CIATIO N WITH

throw into the mix. Traditionally, the manufacturing
of boots leaves a rather sizeable environmental
footprint due to a number of factors including,
but not limited to: the manufacturing process, the
materials used and the transportation of finished
products to a number of wholesalers or retailers.
Magnum Boots had already began to look at ways
to reduce their environmental footprint, with
their boxes being produced from 80% recycled
materials, all of which can be recycled. However,
not quite satisfied, Magnum took it one further,
creating a brilliant pair of boots made (nearly in
their entirety) from recyclable products.
£49.95 MFH ASSAULT VEST

SOUTH AFRICAN - M83/SAAV
The large side utility pouches are closed with straps, so they are less
accessible in a hurry but will take large items such as water bottles and
The South African Assault Vest or M83/SAAV has been around for first aid kits. It’s these two pouches that transform the M83 into more than
donkey's years and, in our opinion, is an overlooked and almost just an ammo vest.
redundant piece of tactical gear that's well overdue a revival. The original vest was designed to hold 2x 2l water bottles, but now
It's, without doubt, the oldest piece of kit in our gear locker and was with the addition of a hydration pouch on the back of the vest, these two
an extremely popular tactical vest in the days before the explosion of large pouches have become utility carrying instead. There is another
MOLLE plate carriers. good-sized utility pouch on the front of the vest and there’s a hidden map
We have only used this vest a few times in all of the years publishing compartment behind it, along with two smaller grenade sized pouches.
Airsoft International. To be honest, we can't remember the last time Two handy velcro straps will also manage your comms wiring or
that the M83 saw the light of day, let alone an outing on a skirmish hydration tubes. If you like your admin, a bit less visible but worth
field. There's not a lot of reference material out there in the real world, mentioning, are pen holder pouches on the two highest mag pouches.
let alone ours. However, "Roberts Ridge" – a book published way back The back of the M83 has been built around two large pouches, which are
in 2005 that details a US Navy SEAL teams mission to take control of a zipped and split into two sections offering around a 29L capacity.
towering, 10,240-foot mountain peak called Takur Ghar, with the enemy Again, the top compartment has a velcro opening flap at the top for
waiting for them. As you can probably guess from the title, one soldier access or hydration tubes. The lower compartment is big enough to stow a
gets stranded alone, and the book depicts the harrowing true account jacket, for instance. It's yet more storage for your kit without adding a big,
captures in dramatic detail their seventeen-hour battle, fought against bulky backpack.
near-impossible odds, to save one of their own. The book clearly mentions The carrying options on this vest are endless and easy to exploit. Do
that the team were all wearing M83 vests, so it is a SEAL thing, but we you need that much on a normal skirmish day? Probably not, but if you're
suspect more of a generational thing as well, but it shouldn’t be consigned playing longer games, then the vest really comes into its own.
to the scrapheap just yet as there is still a lot of life left in the old girl yet. It's a very well balanced vest in terms of pouches, but it's up to you to
The M83 has had many names over the years, the most common being further balance your load.
the SAAV, or South African Assault Vest, with its origins are clearly and It's a low profile option that doesn’t add any bulk where you don't want
firmly rooted in South Africa. However, the M83, as mentioned above was it and it's worthwhile tailoring this or any other vest to your requirements.
deployed in the early days of the Afghanistan conflict and used extensively Just because a vest has an empty pocket doesn't mean you have to fill it,
by the Navy SEAL's, the SAS and SASR. but it's nice to know that you have that extra room should you need it.
The South Africans developed the M83 shortly after the Rhodesian
conflict and was designed to equip troops conducting long-range patrols ■ One size fits all
in dense bush where they needed to carry a lot of kit in the searing ■ Tough and lightweight
heat comfortably. The mesh inside the vest goes a long way to regulate ■ Fully adjustable shoulders and waist
the user's temperature, whilst the vest opens design makes the vest ■ Internals are constructed with rubberised mesh
extremely breathable. ■ The shoulders, back and waist area are padded for comfort
The multiple pouches are lined with a waterproof PVC layer, perfect for ■ Six separate external secure mag pouches
those all too common damp airsoft games. ■ One large front utility pouch
There is no getting away from the fact that the M83 was designed as a ■ Two small front utility pouches
"load carrier" in total, there are 13x pouches that consist of... ■ Two large side hip pouches
■ One large back pack
■ Six separate external secure mag pouches ■ One hydration pack storage
■ One large front utility pouch ■ Made from Nylon
■ Two small front utility pouches
G E T YOUR S FROM
■ Two large side hip pouches
■ One large backpack
■ One hydration pack storage
POUCHES FOR DAYS!

This vest is big with many pouches, which also means a lot of capacity to
carry your kit onto the skirmish field that you really don't need. Because
there isn't any MOLLE in sight, the pouches are not movable, but you
really don't have to worry about the pouches' position or importance as
they are right where you need them. You can see that a huge amount
of thought has gone into the vest. It not only distributes the weight
around your torso, but every pouch is also accessible and easy to use.
The large side utility pouches sit nicely just above your hips, out
of the way of your arms, whilst the ammo pouches sit right where
you need them on the front of the vest. In fact, the front of
the rig gives you as much capacity as two chest rigs. The mag
pouches are all doubles, with dividers to add retention, and
like everything on this rig are closed top, so you won't have
to worry about losing items. It has an impressive 12 mag
capacity in total, which means you can adopt one if not
two mag pouches to carry a radio and other essentials.
AIRSOFT
UPGRADES
FOR DUMMIES
IF YOU'RE ANYTHING LIKE ME, THE THOUGHT OF TAKING YOUR AIRSOFT GUN APART AND DOING
WORK ON THEM YOURSELF IS A DAUNTING TASK. YOU NEED ONLY ASK A MEMBER OF THE AI
TEAM TO TALK TO YOU ABOUT THE AMOUNT OF GUNS I'VE TAKEN TO THEM IN PIECES TO ATTEST
TO THAT FACT -- ONE OF THE WORST WAS SNAPPING AN UPPER RECEIVER IN HALF TRYING TO
REMOVE A FRONT-END (APPARENTLY APPLYING BRUTE FORCE IS NOT THE WAY TO DO THINGS!).
Since then though, I set out on the mission to teach myself how to do basic upgrade and maintenance work on my
own AEGs, with the idea of being able to pass that knowledge onto those, who like me, are almost scared to work on
their pride and joy. We'll be starting with the very basics, looking at the basic anatomy of an airsoft gun, and from
there will look towards how exactly you make basic changes such as installing a new motor, a new barrel and so on.
The aim of this series of articles is that by the end of the series, you'll be able to do a lot of work on your rifle
yourself, and in turn, save yourself a lot of money, and a lot of waiting for your rifle to come back from your local
gun tech. With this said though, if you are still somewhat uncomfortable with the idea of working on your rifle,
going to the professionals is probably your best port of call -- better to spend out a little to get the work done you
want, instead of spending a lot to fix the problems you've created for yourself.
INSIDER DE AL INGS A I R S O F T U P G R A D E S
THE ANATOMY OF A GEARBOX

Like all mechanical products, an airsoft gearbox can seem a little overwhelming at first. With a range of moving parts, one item not seated correctly
can spell disaster, soon leaving you in a position where you're taking your beloved airsoft gun to your local shop in parts because you're not quite
sure what you've done. That said, in reality the airsoft gearbox is not that complicated; and with a little bit of knowledge you'll soon find yourself
accustomed to the intricacies of a range of different parts, allowing you to not only maintain your airsoft gun, but also repair and upgrade it when
needed.
WITH THIS IN MIND, THIS MONTH

WE'LL BE TAKING A LOOK AT THE
DIFFERENT PARTS OF THE AIRSOFT
GEARBOX, WHAT THEY ARE, AND
WHAT THEY DO. THEN OVER THE
NEXT FEW MONTHS, WE'LL WALK
YOU THROUGH THE VARIOUS
UPGRADES YOU CAN MAKE, AND
HOW EXACTLY YOU DO THEM!
Please though, if you are uncomfortable
with working with your airsoft gun, take it
to your local gunsmith instead of attempt-
ing to do things yourself. Just BB Guns
take no responsibility for any failures
when working with your gearbox. Instead,
we intend to equip you with the informa-
tion needed, but do proceed at your own
risk. So what exactly is in an airsoft gun?
We take a closer look...
F O R D U M M I E S - A I R S O F T U P G R A D E S
THE GEARS
The gears within an airsoft
THE MOTOR
The motor is the power plant of any
gun are the driving compo- electric powered airsoft gun and is
nent. These are what trans- broken into - the armature, the can
fers power from the motor (with attached magnets), the 'End
to the piston, allowing your Bell', and the brushes. While its not
airsoft gun to fire. There are a necessity to spend a fortune on a
four gears within an airsoft motor, we would suggest changing
gun - the pinion gear, bevel gear, spur gear out your stock motor should it come
and sector gear. Each gear has its own ratio, with ferrite magnets. Neodymium
all of which are torque multipliers, leading to magnets are far superior, and
an increase or decrease in trigger response almost all aftermarket motors come
time and rate of fire. with these equipped.
THE PISTON
The piston is one of the hardest working
THE O-RING
Essentially part of the piston assembly,
THE SPRING
The spring essentially drives the piston
parts within an airsoft gun, and as such the O-ring is an equally important piece assembly forward into the pack of the
is susceptible to abuse; especially when of your gearbox, and as such, we thought cylinder which then compresses the existing
airsoft guns are upgraded. Think of your it important to mention it in a separate air in the cylinder. Aftermarket springs all
piston in a similar light to the tyres on a car. section. Attached to the piston head, an come with a rating which correlated to the
Much like a car’s tyres, the piston is worn O-ring rests within a slot between the head stiffness of the spring. This stiffness will
with use and will require upgrading and and the piston itself. When the piston as- correspond with the FPS of your airsoft gun,
replacing based on how much it is used. If sembly moves forward, the O-ring assists in with stiffer springs compressing the air
you are shooting regularly, then plan on sealing existing air in the cylinder to allow quicker, leading to a higher FPS.
keeping a close eye on the piston much like the piston head to push said air along the
you would need to keep your car’s tyres cylinder head.
replaced, rotated, or replaced.
THE CYLINDER
As previously highlighted, the cylinder is
BUSHINGS/BEARINGS
Bushings and Bearings are somewhat
TRIGGER SWITCH
A standard trigger switch (by which we
where existing air gets used to propel the uninspiring, but they are important and mean it does not have a MOSFET attached)
BB, with the piston head driving the air should be paid attention to. Bushings are is the on/off switch for the motor. It consists
through the cylinder. Depending on what solid pieces which tend to be more reliable. of a sliding contact, that when the trigger
barrel and what weight BB you are using Bearings reduce friction to allow gears to is pulled, makes contact to initiate the
only a certain amount of volume is needed spin with ease. While the size of bushings motor. This then allows your airsoft gun to
out of the cylinder to propel the BB all the will not affect reliability, bearing size does, fire, so as you can imagine, it's somewhat
way to the end of the barrel. with the larger bearings being less prone to important!
breaking or blowing out.
CONCEALMENT
VEST – CAMO
■ Lightweight vented mesh
■ Detachable drawcord hood
■ 2x quick release sternum straps
■ Strategically placed elastic strapping to add
further concealment materials
■ Packaway drawcord mesh pouch
CAMO / SRP: £49.95

G 1 6 P R E D A T O R
G&G ARNAMENT
GC16 PREDATOR
AS A COMPANY, G&G CERTAINLY RANK HIGH IN OUR TOP FIVE AND HAVE AN ESTABLISHED GLOBAL
FAN BASE WITH A GREAT ROUTE TO MARKET AND AN ABUNDANCE OF SPARES/UPGRADES AND
AFTERMARKET ACCESSORIES TO CHOOSE FROM. ESTABLISHED IN 1986 IN TAIPEI, TAIWAN, INITIALLY
A DEALER OF AIRSOFT GUNS, ACTION FIGURES, AND MILITARY/LAW ENFORCEMENT EQUIPMENT, THE
COMPANY SOON LAUNCHED ITS OWN BRAND G&G ARMAMENT IN 2001. TO DATE, G&G ARMAMENT
HAS DEVELOPED AND DISTRIBUTED MORE THAN 100 DIFFERENT REPLICAS WORLDWIDE.
By jason green
AEG RE VIE W G & G A R N A M E N T G 1 6 P R E D A
G&G G16 £339.00

PREDATOR
has seen owners of G&G products swapping
G&G INFORMED US THAT THEY ARE DETERMINED TO MAKE HIGH-QUALITY out the supplied system favouring the more
AIRSOFT PRODUCTS THROUGH THEIR OWN DESIGNS AND PRODUCTION. THEY programmable aftermarket products on the
market. However, despite the ETU having
ADDED THAT THEY ALWAYS TRY TO FIND A NEW DESIGN, MATERIALS, AND limited functionality, it works efficiantly and
does what it is designed to to.
SYSTEMS TO MAKE OUR PRODUCTS STRONGER AND MORE COMPETITIVE.
There are two versions of this rifle on the is low and a programmable trigger system that ON THE OUTSIDE
market; the first is a Polymer version that can be switched between Full Auto and Burst We have already briefly mentioned that this
features a Polymer Body, a Polymer Receiver, Fire modes without additional equipment. is the "Full Metal" version of the rifle and
Pistol Grip, Magazine and Stock, with Alloy The gearbox is a version 2 or more commonly features a Keymod Handguard system, which
Internals, Buffer Tube, Handguard, Outer known as a 'Type 2' and is pretty much the allows you to attach an array of aftermarket
Barrel Assembly and Sights. The Alloy version industry standard for M4's and M16's with the accessories. The most noticeable part of the
we have on test is almost entirely made from M16 being a similarly sized airsoft rifle. handgrip is, without a doubt, the aggressive
Alloy, featuring an alloy Receiver, Stock Tube, "Bottel Opener" front end.
Hand Guard and Barrel, with a Polymer Pistol The rifle also features a standard full
Grip, Magazine and Stock. TECH ONBOARD length 20mm top Rail, which is compatible
Both rifles have many features that you The GC16 Predator can be classed as a "Smart" with most Sights and Scopes or Holographic
would expect to see in a more expensive rifle rifle because an ETU or Electronic Trigger Unit and Magnifier combinations. The rifle comes
and not what is a mid-market priced product. is installed. As you would expect, the unit fitted with a Six Position Adjustable GOS-V3
Driven by a V2 Rear Wired Gearbox and is programmable and allows you to switch Retractable Stock System, which features a
powered by 11.1v LiPo Battery, the GC16 between Semi/Full Auto or Semi/3 burst, a CR123A battery storage compartment, which
Predator features G&G's ETU Programmable Low Battery Cut-off, and a shot sensor to is a common battery used in Torches and
Trigger System. This adds a range of intelligent detect a complete gear cycle. It’s not the most Lasers. The Stock is also where the batteries
features such as auto cut-off when the battery programmable system on the market, which are stored to power the gun, allowing for
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A T O R O N O U R R A D A R - G 1 6 P R E D A T O R
FEATURES
■ G&G ETU Reprogrammable Trigger
■ Fires in Full Auto / Three Round Burst
■ Stops firing when battery charge low
■ Full Alloy internals
■ Polymer Hop Up Unit
■ 14mm CCW Flash Hider thread
■ Removable Flip-Up Ironsights
■ Unique Handguard Design
■ KeyMod Rail System
■ Six Position Retractable Stock
■ CR123A Storage Compartment in Stock
■ Rear Wired V2 Gearbox
■ Ambidextrous Mock Charging Handle
■ Finger Ridged Pistol Grip
■ Ambidextrous Magazine Release
■ In-built Blade Fuse
■ Mini-Tamiya Battery Connector
Crane Stock/Butterfly batteries to

be used, and connected to the
Mini-Tamiya connector.
The pistol grip featured
here is ergonomically
designed to fit your gripping
hand better and also houses
a high torque motor, which
aids with your finger
position on the mag realise
and fire selector.
The rifle is solid and feels
great, the out of the box
performance is what you
would expect, averaging an fps
of 340 on .2g bb's. The groupings
were pretty average and required very little
hop-up adjustment. As you would expect,
full auto was again averaging 18 rounds per
second. However, the trigger response was
above average, in fact, we were impressed.
It's fair to say that the GC16 Predator is a
mid-market rifle with some more than average
credentials, its not going to set your Airsoft
world on fire, nor is it going to disappoint your
hopes or expectations.
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BANG FOR YOUR BUCK V E C T O R O P T I C S M U
IN ASSOCIATION WITH
VECTOR OPTICS MUSTANG 1-4x30

VECTOR OPTICS HAVE BEEN AT THE FOREFRONT OF AFFORDABLE OPTICS FOR OVER TEN YEARS NOW. THEIR PRODUCTS HAVE
FOUND A HOME IN THE AIRSOFT COMMUNITY AND DELIVER A WIDE RANGE OF INNOVATIVE AND HIGH-QUALITY RIFLESCOPES,
RED DOT SIGHTS, LASER SIGHTS, RANGEFINDERS, RAIL SYSTEMS, FLASHLIGHTS AND MOUNTS ACROSS THE GLOBE.
060 W W W.TA I WA N G U N . CO M
U S T A N G 1 - 4 X 3 0 S F P - W W W . T A I W A N G U N . C O M
MUS TANG 1- 4x30 SFP

Vector Optics Mustang is a 1-4x30SFP Riflescope that is a true one power scope sight With Turret
Lock and the choice between Red, Green or Blue Illumination. It depends on which side of the fence
you sit on to whether you believe there is a true one power scope with variable magnification. Even
at the scope's lowest setting, there will be magnification of some degree, which is true on using this
scope within the realistically close engagement range on a skirmish field. Resulting in you are seeing
the image from the front of the scope, rather than from the location of your eye, which actually can
become disorientating force you to close one eye and defeat the "both eyes open" or reflex shooting
benefit from this scope.
Unlike a red dot sight, these scopes also give

the shooter the benefit of significantly improved
accuracy at medium ranges and are widely used FEATURES
in the real world for that reason. ■ Magnification: 1-4x
For many years the only scope selections ■ Objective Lens: 30mm
seemed to be fixed magnification or variable ■ Ocular Lens Diameter: 35mm
magnification, commonly starting at 3x power. ■ Ocular Lens Length: 59mm
A simple red dot may be easy for ■ Output Lens: 11.0-5.0mm
close-quarters shooting, but human targets can ■ Optical Coating: Fully multi-coated
start to be covered entirely in as little as 100 ■ FOV: 105.8-26.2 feet at 100 Yds
yards depending on dot size. That doesn't give a ■ Field of View: 20.0-5.0°
great deal of aiming flexibility nor precision shot
■ Eye Distance: 105-100mm/4.13-3.93"
placement for even medium-range targets. This
■ Length: 250mm / 9.9"
is where the 1-4×30 optics come into their own.
■ Weight (assembled): 725 g / 25.6 oz
The main difference between the two options
■ Tube Diameter: 30mm
is how the reticle behaves when adjusting the
scope's magnification. A FFP rifle scope has a ■ Click Value: 1/2MOA
variable size reticle, while a SFP rifle scope will ■ Adjustment Range: 60MOA
have a static reticle at all magnifications. ■ Parallax Adjustment: 100 yards
The Mustang has a 30mm Monotube case ■ Residual: Etched Glass Chevron
constructed from 6061 grade Aluminium ■ Surface: Black matte
material, which is a medium to high strength ■ Illumination: 3 levels Blue, red, green
heat-treatable alloy. It has very good corrosion ■ Battery Type: CR2032
resistance and very good weldability. It also ■ Length of middle turret part: 36 mm
has medium fatigue strength that is more than ■ Distance between centre turret parts
adequate for a skirmish field. The magnum is a and power ring: 42 mm (1.6 in)
GE T YOUR S FROM
well-constructed scope that, because of its price ■ Distance between centre turret parts
point, is an ideal option on a skirmish field, but and objective lens: 38 mm (1.5 inch)
there is a trade-off with quality and weight as ■ Adjustment lock feature: loosen the
you'll undoubtedly notice the additional weight ring to adjust, tighten the ring to lock
scope on your rifle. One of the issues we found
with the scope is the tightness of the variable
£90.00 magnification ring, which was tighter than

we had expected; it didn't help that the rig is
partly obscured by the back of the rail- forcing
an unnatural top half grip rather than a more
natural side grip.
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■ Lightweight
■ Rubber toe protector
■ Moulded TPU heel stabiliser
■ Internal nylon stabiliser shank
■ Integrated EVA midsole
■ Aggressive, multi-directional grip, rubber sole
■ Moisture wicking lining
Material: 1000D Cordura upper

Sizes: 7-12
Black / Dark Coyote / SRP: £89.95

AEG ON TEST K R Y T A C W A R S P O R T L
GET YOURS FROM
LVOA-C
KRYTAC’S INITIAL RANGE OF AEGS, THE “TRIDENT” RANGE, CERTAINLY MADE A SPLASH
WHEN THEY CROSSED THE WATER AND MADE IT TO THE SHORES OF THE UK, ALL BE IT
SOME TIME AGO NOW. WITH A MULTI-PRONGED ATTACK, THEY HAVE SHAKEN UP THE
INCREASINGLY STALE AEG MARKET DESPITE “JUST BEING ANOTHER M4 REPLICA”.
WHAT YOU GET IS A FULLY-FEATURED, LARGELY REWORKED AND CUSTOM-ENGINEERED
WEAPON PLATFORM THAT IS BUILT FOR SKIRMISHING. KRYTAC’S VISION HAS
BROADENED, AND NOW WE HAVE THE LICENSED WARSPORT LVOA-C ADDED TO THE
RANGE, PRODUCED TO THE SAME STANDARDS AS THE REST OF THE LINE-UP.
We could kick off this review with the fact that the Warsport LVOA-C by Krytac is just another M4 AEG.
Despite numerous moans from a rather vocal group, it seems the number of detractors is in a minority
because AEG M4 replicas are still the bread and butter of most players’ arsenals and most retailers
report they outsell anything else by at least 3:1.
Sure, you have your kooky AK variants, obscure submachine guns and other rarities out there
but the M4 platform is familiar, useable and well-supported; the same can be said for real steel
firearms and airsoft guns. Despite you being able to use a lot of the accessories and magazines
you might already own it’s important to note that at the core of any Krytac gun, you don’t
have JUST a regular M4, you have something far more intelligently put together and a lot
more advanced than your based AEG, an ageing and somewhat ailing design.

V O A - C U N D E R O U R S P O T L I G H T

AEG ON TEST K R Y T A C W A R S P O R T L
WARSPORT
LVOA-C GET YOURS FROM
WARSPORT LVOA-C trademarks and branding on both the upper and Another point of note is that the supplied Allen
A couple of years back, Warsport Industries lower receiver which might appeal to some. It bolts with the rail section are an imperial size
pushed the real world LVOA-C out into the world should probably go without saying that in this and not a metric size, but that’s what you get
and shook up the status quo with some pretty era and for this price point, the receiver is “full with stuff from the USA! Honourable mention
outlandish “custom-style” looks and features. metal”, and as with all Krytac guns, something has to go to the cool Warsport branded flash
The integrated “rail-system-over-muzzle-device” of a talking point given that they are genuinely hider/muzzle device here too.
look has been popular for a good while, and, really high quality and very well made. If you’ve It’s a nicely made piece of polymer with a
interestingly, Warsport has produced a custom not touched or seen a Krytac in the flesh, secure battery storage butt-cap and a positive
rail and a custom muzzle device/brake that fit KWA’s ERG guns use very similar material, adjustment lockout. The rear of the receiver
harmoniously together. Practicality aside, the manufacturing process and finish, so that’s is the regular Krytac buffer tube arrangement
looks are trendy, and many airsoft players and about the closest thing we can think of to make and the familiar Krytac sliding stock that
collectors are keen to replicate them. a comparison. The exception here with the LVOA houses the battery in a “crane stock” style.
Angry Gun hit the market first with their “Wire is the fact that we have the grey version, which Unfortunately, the storage capacity inside
Cutter” rail system that mimicked the Warsport has a powder coated finish on the receivers and limited the use of stick pack 11.1v batteries
rail system and could be teamed up with the rail which isn’t quite as durable as an anodise so split packs are required if you want to run
right length barrel and a fitting muzzle device. It but does allow us to enjoy those trendy colours anything more than a 7.4v.
wasn’t until the admin and production work had without paying through the nose. The pistol grip and trigger guard are neat
been completed that Krytac could start shipping The rail itself is an extruded and machined polymer components with a light textured
out the officially licensed Warsport LVOA-C as unit that keys in with the upper smoothly and finish. I like the pistol grip, particularly as
a complete, ready-built gun. Not only do you tidily to stop any level of rotation or wobble. it’s slim, not overly aggressive in texturing
get the convenience of a fully built gun but The fact the rail is pretty heavily perforated and has a very modern “current” look and
you also get the added authenticity of licensed along its length is something of a moot point feel. The baseplate is polymer too, there’s no
trademarking and engraving. The Krytac might because at a full 14.5” long, it’s still got some machined metal end cap, but the motor height
not be the first LVOA-style gun to show up to the weight to it. It should be noted that although adjustment thread is a brass insert.
party, but it’s got a lot of promise and packs all the rail features RIS on the upper surface, the Additional cool features are the very positive
the features that we expect from the company. left, right and lower surfaces require the use of ambidextrous selector set. Both sides work.
a small rail section that bolts in place. There’s The metal levers are styled in a similar fashion
only one section in the box but we discovered to the BAD INC aftermarket sets, with the
THE OUTER LIMITS that there’s a level of compatibility with the PTS selector on the right-hand side of the gun being
Unlike the previous Krytac offerings that were Centurion Arms accessories for their rail system. a little shorter. Thanks to the way the selector
self-branded with the Kraken/octopus/angry As you can see, we fitted the handstop and a rail system works, the adjustment between fire
squid logo, the LVOA features full Warsport panel to provide a support hand reference point. modes is super positive.

V O A - C U N D E R O U R S P O T L I G H T
THE INNER SANCTUM low-friction operation. Given Krytac’s previous track history, though,
Inside the Krytac LVOA-C is perhaps some of 6. Geared, ambidextrous fire selector we are confident that things will be well
the most interesting stuff you’ll find. Too often mechanism using a notched tappet plate for assembled and the noisiness is perhaps just
are these licensed guns a case of “all show and positive “lock” into each position. from the motor itself.
no go”, but thanks to the groundwork done 7. Internal MOSFET board space for a compact, On the Chrono, loaded up with Bulldog
with the Trident series, the LVOA packs just robust design with no fragile exposed brand .20g BBs the LVOA recorded an
as much punch as it looks like it should. Just electronics or delicate wiring. astoundingly tight reading of between
like the rest of the Krytac range, the LVOA 8. Super-hardened gears with self-shimming 319fps and 322fps over a string of 30 shots.
features numerous incremental upgrades over intermediate gear axle for low-noise operation. That’s consistent as you can hope for in
the standard and familiar V2 AEG design, truly 9. Plastic wiring guard to prevent the motor the real world. Accuracy over 25m was also
elevating the brand above the mass market. pinion gear damaging the insulation and impressive which each shot impacting well
Whether you are a demanding user or a shorting the gun out. inside the width of the front sight post at that
bedraggled gun tech with a worklist as long 10. Fixed AR latch post and AR latch spacer range. A grouping of a head-size isn’t going to
as your arm, you’ll appreciate the many little to make assembly easier and improve be a problem, and with heavier ammo (which
changes that the Krytac engineers developed. performance. the hop unit will happily cope with, up to
They all make the gun more robust or simply 11. Reinforced wiring at high stress points about .30g, with no sweat), accurate shooting
easier to work on when the time does come. including gearbox exit holes and motor over longer distances is definitely on the
Even the hop is a well finished, super easy to connection joints. cards. This really isn’t a precision “DMR” by
adjust design that, as you will read, seems to it’s external design, but that doesn’t mean it
get fantastic results. Our previous reviews won’t shoot extremely well.
of the full Krytac range feature the Trident PERFORMANCE The Krytac LVOA is a very reasonable price,
system in greater detail. Even on a relatively simple, run-of-the-mill especially considering how much you’d pay
7.4v 1200mAh 15C LiPo, the trigger response for similar products on the market, then you
1. Guided mock bolt cover and improved bolt of the LVOA was perfectly snappy enough to factor in the Warsport licensing and all the
release mechanism for smooth, reliable function. use, without trying to, I really couldn’t catch additional features you are getting bundled
2. Reinforced front section and pre-radiused the cycle out by spamming the trigger. OK, in from Krytac’s Trident system, you really
cylinder window corners to prevent cracking. the full auto speed isn’t stupidly quick, but it’s are onto a winner. This is a very attractive
3. Quick release mainspring system featuring enough to keep heads down in a pinch. Things gun, and it certainly has the bite to back up
strengthened bearing spring guide. were a little loud and mechanical sounding the bark! We are really looking forward to
4. Sector gear/piston mesh inspection window as the gun cycled with a bit of “boing” from giving the LVOA a punishing this summer and
in gearbox shell. the mainspring, so this leads us to think that I’m sure we will meet a few more users out
5. 8mm precision ball-bearing gearbox shell for a little more lubrication might not go amiss. on the field in that time.
FEATURES
■ Price: £395
■ Weight: 2.5kg
■ Length: 675mm - 787mm
■ Hop up: Adjustable (Polymer)
■ Magazine capacity: 300 rnds (HiCap)
■ Velocity: 330fps (1.1joules)
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and go with a set of footwear that suits purpose will give us some form of improved grip and more appealing or better suited too.
over expense. You’re going to be on your feet maybe a little support around the ankle area. There is of course the option to choose a
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varied terrain and likely doing a lot of squatting to stick to general purpose work boots such as pick a more Tactical option. These are likely to
and lunging to boot! Every individual is different those offered in the building and construction be a higher investment over other options and
in terms of how “healthy” their feet are, some trade by DeWalt or Site that you can grab from may not have features like Waterproofing but
people will be good on their feet for a whole day places like Screw Fix for around £40 a pair. will also be a very durable boot and will last a
and others may be needing to soak them to ease These tend to be fairly comfortable and aren’t long time.
them at the end of the night so you should have too expensive either, although the inner sole can My personal favourite brand for a Tactical
a good idea yourself of where you fit here. be a tad wanting in the comfort department, boot is 5.11 and I have two different sets that
Most sites will insist on players wearing boots this can sometimes be helped with the addition I use. For a “drier” game where it’s unlikely
to play and will send people off site if they don’t of a set of insoles thrown in from an old well that I will be spending any time in water I
have any or can’t borrow some. Some sites will worn pair of trainers. wear my Recon 8” Desert Boots. These are
allow players to wear anything such as trainers Delving into the world of Outdoor Pursuits incredibly comfortable and lightweight on the
to play in, with the responsibility falling on such as Walking and Hiking will see the options foot and also provide extremely good grip in
the player themselves or a suitable Parent/ open up somewhat with the addition of all conditions. They’re also very quiet to sneak
Guardian for the safety considerations in the Waterproof options and more desirable features about in too, be it tip-toe’ing through a building
event of a slip or trip in game. As we are likely such as better grips on the soles for multi or stalking through the woods.
to be running around a natural woodland full of terrain and overall a lower weight making for an For the Wetter days, I have the XPRT 2.0 8”
unseen Rabbit holes and such, It’s a good idea easier life on the leg muscles. The appearance Waterproof Boot. These are a bit heavier set
S F R O M O U R R E S I D E N T S N I P E R
but do give the added benefit of being both our needs and the environment as they are Obviously being a large knee high black boot
waterproof and thermal so my feet stay toasty traditionally all black and will stick out making isn’t really ideal for us so we need to change
warm for the winter games. it easy for the enemy to spot us. There’s plenty that. The best way to do this is by using a clever
No matter which pair I go for, I always wear of options to chose from, the ones best suited little product called 'Shoe Goo'.
my knee length Sealskinz socks – if you were for us are the knee length ones with a Velcro Shoe Goo is basically shoe repair adhesive. It’s
not aware waterproof socks exist...they do and closure running the full length up the back edge. ideal for fixing worn soles or damaged heels,
they are amazing at keeping feet warm and dry! There are ones with a metal hook and loop style coating shoes to prevent premature wear and
I have the knee length variety as if I kneel down closure system but these can get caught up even sealing galoshes, waders or rubber boots.
or sit on my lower leg on wet ground it helps easy in undergrowth or even the opposite leg This is perfect for our custom-boots project
that bit more of staying dry. If we get wet, we of the suit making the risk of a fall or stumble as we want to stick some old mesh, leaf suit
get chilly and uncomfortable and it detracts more likely. The grip offered by these boots is material over the boots so that they blend
from the days experience which could be the surprisingly high on all ground types, even wet seamlessly into the Leaf Suit we’re wearing.
difference between having a good or bad day. muddy areas, but obviously there is no stopping So yeah, grab yourself a tube of Shoe Goo,
getting wet feet. You can get Split Toe socks it's a useful little addition to your field kit as
but these are normal cotton socks and not it's designed for strong abrasion resistance and
GO NINJA GO! waterproof. With the thin flexible soles on these better adhesion to flexible materials.
From late Spring to Autumn months I have the boots we can attain true Woodland Ninja status The only thing to consider with these Ninja
totally custom option… My Tabi Boots. as we Stalk our prey. The thin soles enable us to boots is the poor ankle support so I would
These are the Japanese split toe Ninja style literally feel the ground with our feet, depicting suggest that you check with any site limits, be
boots and are ideal for the Leaf suit style player. the twigs and branches under our feet that wary of your movements through the woods and
But they do need custom work for them to fit would crack and give our location away. above all... make sure you stay on your feet!
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DIRTY DOG AIRSOFT ■ Website: www.firstandonlyevents.co.uk
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■■ Address: A449, South of Stafford, Junc 13 of ■■ Address: Sandy Way, Near Shorwell,
the M6 at Dunston and Penkridge, ST19 5R Isle of Wight, B3399
■■ Phone: 07590255914 ■■ Phone: 07964751047
■■ Email: info@frontierairsoft.co.uk ■■ Email: Bookings@islandrecon.co.uk
■■ Website: www.frontierairsoft.co.uk ■■ Website: www.islandrecon.co.uk
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■■ Phone: 01269 850404 ■■ Website: www.facebook.com/landwarfare/
■■ Email: info@fullmetalairsoft.co.uk
■■ Website: fullmetalairsoft.co.uk/contact.html MADDOG AIRSOFT
■■ Address: High Harthay Farm,
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■■ Phone: 01329 849818 ■■ Website: facebook.com/maddogairsoftground
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■■ Phone: 07854 277264 ■■ Website: www.Manxairsoftclub.co.uk
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■■ Phone: 01484 840554 ■■ Website: www.matlockcombatgames.com
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HARD TARGET AIRSOFT ■■ Phone: 01743718339
■■ Address: Merthyr Mawr Road, ■■ Email: Netleypaintball@gmail.com
Bridgend, CF32 0LR ■■ Website: netley-hall-paintball.co.uk/airsoft/
■■ Phone: 07950580217
■■ Email: contact@htairsoft.co.uk NOMAD AIRSOFT
■■ Website: www.hardtargetairsoft.com ■■ Address: Moss Wood, Fenwick, KA6 3AY
■■ Phone:
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■■ Address: Havoc Airsoft, Leatherbelly Woods, ■■ Website: www.nomadairsoft.co.uk
Knottlingley, West Yorkshire, WF11 9LZ
■■ Phone: 01977 679041 NORTHEAST TACTICAL AIRSOFT CLUB
■■ Email: havochq@outlook.com ■■ Address: Sunnydale, Shildon, DL4 2ER
■■ Website: www.havocairsoft.co.uk ■■ Phone: 01642281220
■■ Email: ntacoy@live.co.uk
HOCKLEY AIRSOFT ARENA ■■ Website: www.ntac.co.uk
■■ Address: Unit 7, Eldon Way Industrial Estate,
Eldon Way, Hockley, Essex, SS5 4AD NORTHERN ALLIANCE AIRSOFT
■■ Phone: 01702 202318 ■■ Address: Boroughbridge Road, YO7 3LQ
■■ Email: enquiries@hockley-airsoft-arena.com ■■ Phone:
■■ Website: www.mpa-airsoft.com ■■ Email: admin@northernallianceairsoft.co.uk
■■ Website: www.northernallianceairsoft.co.uk/
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■■ Address: Crawley Road, Faygate, NPF BASSETTS POLE
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combat-zones/airsoft/ ■■ Website: www.npfairsoft.com
01949 728 628
HUMBER AIRSOFT NSC AIRSOFT s a l e s @ a m m o d r o p.c o. u k
■■ Address: Leggotts Quarry, South Ferriby, ■■ Address: Bygate Plantation,
■■ Phone: 07792680297 Black Heddon, Belsay, NE20 0JR A M M O D R O P.C O.U K
■■ Email: humberairsoft@outlook.com ■■ Phone: 07983333521
■■ Website: www.humberairsoft.co.uk ■■ Email: info@nscairsoft.co.uk
■■ Website: www.nscairsoft.co.uk
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Cheadle, Staffordshire, ST10 2NS ■ Phone: 01796 482582
■ Phone: 07510127056 ■ Email: info@shootandscoot.co.uk
■ Email: rob@op-tac.co.uk ■ Website: www.shootandscoot.co.uk/the-hill/
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SHROPSHIRE AIRSOFT WAR GAMES
PATHFINDER AIRSOFT ■ Phone: 07445511642
■ Address: ■ Email: sawgskirmish@hotmail.com
■ Phone: ■ Website: www.sawg.co.uk
■ Email: admin@pathfinder-airsoft.co.uk
■ Website: www.pathfinder-airsoft.com/ SILVER GORILLA TACTICAL
■ Address: The Mill, 12 Keats Lane, Earl Shilton,
PHOENIX AIRSOFT Leicestershire, LE97DQ
■ Address: Gleadthorpe Breck Plantation, ■ Email: info@silvergtac.com
Budby Road, Cuckney, NG20 9JX ■ Website: www.silvergtac.com
■ Phone: 07956587213
■ Email: info@phoenixairsoft.co.uk SIM-TAC AIRSOFT
■ Website: www.phoenix-airsoft.co.uk ■ Address: Gibstown, Co. Meath, Ireland
■ Phone: 0864118610
PREDATOR COMBAT GAMES ■ Email: simulationtacticalairsoft@gmail.com
■ Address: 49 Newcastle road, ■ Website: www.sim-tac.com/
Ballynahinch, BT24 8NF
■ Phone: 0782516931 SKIRMISH AIRSOFT
■ Email: info@predatorcombat.com ■ Address: Kitchener Plantation, B6034,
■ Website: www.predatorcombat.com Budby, Nottinghamshire, NG22 9FG
■ Phone: 0844 9970 378
R.I.F.T. AIRSOFT LTD "THE VILLAGE" ■ Email: sales@skirmishairsoft.co.uk
■ Address: ■ Website: www.airsoft-mansfield.co.uk/
■ Phone: 0775 158 6781
■ Email: tony@riftairsoft.com SKIRMISH AIRSOFT BILLERICAY
■ Website: www.riftairsoft.com ■ Address: Skirmish Wood Outwood Farm Rd,
Billericay, CM11 2TX
RED 1 AIRSOFT CQB ■ Phone: 01277 657777
■ Address: Langleybury, Hunton Bridge, ■ Email: info@skirmish.co.uk
Kings Langley, WD4 8RW ■ Website: www.airsoft-billericay.co.uk
■ Phone: 01727846069
■ Email: www.red1airsoft.co.uk SKIRMISH CENTRAL AIRSOFT
■ Website: www.red1airsoft.co.uk ■ Address: Granary Farm Woods,
Dungee Rd. Nr Odell. Beds, MK43 7AE
RED BARN AIRSOFT ■ Phone: 01933 314805
■ Address: Swords, Co. Dublin, Ireland ■ Email: enquiries@skirmishcentral.com
■ Phone: ■ Website: www.skirmishcentral.com/airsoft
■ Email: bbs@redbarnairsoft.com
■ Website: redbarnairsoft.com/ SKIRMISH EXETER
■ Address: Pennsylvania Road,
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■ Address: Redhills, Co. Kildare, Ireland ■ Phone: 01548 580025
■ Phone: 0872481246 ■ Email: enquiries@airsoftexeter.com
■ Email: redhillsairsoft@gmail.com ■ Website: www.airsoftexeter.co.uk
■ Website: redhillsairsoft.com/
SKIRMISH LEICESTER & COVENTRY
REFORGER SKIRMISH ■ Address: Sharwell Woods,
■ Address: Quartermaster Store, Swinford Road, Lutterworth, Le17 4HP
Watford road Hunton bridge, Wd48qg ■ Phone: 0844 870 9785
■ Phone: 01923270158 ■ Email: bookings@skirmishleicester.co.uk
■ Email: andy@thequartermaster.co.uk ■ Website: www.airsoftleicester.co.uk
■ Website: www.reforgerairsoft.com
SOUTH COAST CQB
SECTION 8 AIRSOFT GAMES ■ Address: Browndown Road,
■ Address: Dura Road, Look for Ruined Church / Lee on the solent, PO13 9UG
Red Metal Gate, ML7 5AB ■ Email: 'southcoastcqb@gmail.com'
■ Phone: 07974 026518 ■ Website: www.southcoast-cqb.co.uk/
■ Email: info@s8airsoft.com
■ Website: www.s8airsoft.com SPARTAN AIRSOFT
■ Address: Spartan Airsoft,
SHOCK AND AWE AIRSOFT Brockley Combe , BS48 3DF
■ Address: Kinmel Woods, ■ Phone: 07791176046
St George/Abergele, LL22 9BU ■ Email: spartanairsoftuk@gmail.com
■ Phone: 07981 443152 ■ Website: www.spartanairsoft.co.uk/
■ Email: shockandaweairsoft@gmail.com
■ Website: www.shockandaweairsoft.co.uk SPEC OPS - BLOXWORTH
■ Address: Bloxworth, Off the A35, BH20 7EU
■ Phone: 07984 656947
■ Email: mike@specops.co.uk
■ Website: www.specops.co.uk/
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SSVAIRSOFT
■ Address: 2 Queen Street, DN85AA
■ Phone: 07939976835
■ Email: petrarrazvan@gmail.com
■ Website: www.ssvairsoft.com
BALLISTIC DESIGNS IOM
STIRLING AIRSOFT www.ballisticdesigns.co.uk
■ Address:
■ Phone: 07831429407
■ Email: bookings@stirlingairsoft.com
■ Website: www.stirlingairsoft.com
STORMFORCE AIRSOFT
■ Address: Bardy Lane,
Upper Longdon, Nr Rugeley, Stafford
■ Phone: 07515 937633
■ Email: mark@stormforce.plus.com
■ Website: www.stormforceairsoft.co.uk
SUSSEX AIR SOFT Custom PVC

■ Address: Roman Woods Off Furnace
Lakes fisheries, Guildford Road, Slinfold patches
■ Phone: 020 8150 9284
■ Email: info@sussexairsoft.co.uk
■ Website: www.sussexairsoft.co.uk
SWAT URBAN AIRSOFT FORTRESS

■ Address: Hygeia Street,
off Boundary Lane, Liverpool, L6 9BY
■ Phone: 0151 644 1611
■ Email: info@swatuk.com
■ Website: www.swaturban.com
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TAC HOUSE SPARTAN
■ Address: Goytside Road,
Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S40 2BL
■ Phone: 07540 955997
■ Email: tachouse_spartan@aol.com
■ Website: www.tachousespartan.co.uk/
TACTICAL WARFARE AIRSOFT Embroidered

■ Address: Featherbed Woods, CR6 9PL
■ Phone: 020 3490 8008 Patches
■ Email: enquiries@tacticalwarfare.co.uk
■ Website: www.tacticalwarfare.co.uk
THE GAOL EVENTS

■ Address: Oakham Enterprise Park, LE157TU
■ Phone: 07976457602
■ Email: enquiries@thegaolevents.com Limited Edition
■ Website: www.thegaolevents.com
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THE OUTPOST
■ Address: York Road, Flaxby, HG5 0XJ
■ Phone: 07825950245
■ Email: staff@cerberusairsoft.co.uk
■ Website: www.cerberusairsoft.co.uk
URBAN ASSAULT
■ Address: RAF Upwood, Ramsey Road, PE26
■ Phone: 07925 959398
■ Email: games@urbanassault.org.uk
■ Website: www.urbanassault.org.uk
WEST MIDLANDS AIRSOFT Custom Flags

■ Address: Boulters Lane, Woodend, CV9 2QD
■ Phone: 07861 427553
■ Email: paul@wmairsoft.co.uk
■ Website: www.wmairsoft.co.uk
XSITE THE OUTPOST

■ Address: Tring Road, LU62EE
sales@ballisticdesigns.co.uk
■ Phone: 01494 881430
■ Email: tim@xsiteairsoft.co.uk
■ Website: www.xsiteairsoft.co.uk
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