The guys return for another great show full of news, rumors, and tech tips.  Steve and Jonathan discuss the whispers of the China factory raids, get all protective in Tech tips as we discuss the dangers of cheap BBs in AEGs, and cover the latest in airsoft news.

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Informative with a touch of humor; we break down the news, reviews and tech tips that you want to hear.

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Show Notes:

News:

1. Well, if you are really wanting to build that 40-50 rps monster…here’s your solution:  Pick up a KH Mountain CNC/steel high speed 14:1 gear set and get ready to shoot some silly string!

2. Charlie 11 has released their new M29A1 airsoft/paintball mortar This thing is a work of art but it comes with a hefty price tag. Who’s to say that you can’t window shop?

3. MAGPUL PTS ACR & MAGPUL PTS/A&K Sportsline Masada news over at Arnies- Very interesting…If this is true, then this is a partnership we would not have predicted.  I wonder how the recent clone raids are affecting this new found relationship?

4. NL Airsoft has launched their own [NL]Airsoft.com video channel! They are accepting movies from Vimeo, YouTube and Google Video and, you can upload movies yourself! Submit your favourite movies now!

5. There’s a new ACOG 4×32 with scope over at Gunner, and we know what you are thinking. “Not another ACOG!!!!”  But this one actually has an illuminated reticle. Considering ACOGs are a dime a dozen nowadays, seeing this one with illumination is a refreshing change.

6. Steve’s mask is out, and it’s about time.  Now all he needs is an airsoft chainsaw to complete the look…

Hot Topics in Airsoft:

Seth from Tennessee was curious to our thoughts about how the impact of the Chinese clone factory raids will have on airsoft’s future?   We fill the room with hot air and voice our opinions.

Listener Segment:

1. Ai-500 is coming up on Nov 13-15th at Fort Ord CA…It’s being run by Roundhouse Productions, so you know this is going to be a good event!   Since we are pushing back Invading winter to the spring, what else are you going to be doing???   Go!

2. Eric from ASB, Ben W. from Tampa and Robert Irwin (Our UK connection) all sent this in as soon as it went up…First and Only has YET ANOTHER cool place to play…the tunnels!  YouTube video Pictures linked by Ben

3. Listener Larry wrote in asking that if all BB companies would just switch over to Bio BBs, wouldn’t that be better for then environment.  Do we really still need plastic bbs?

4. Milan found these cool additions to your dinner table: 40mm Grenade Salt and Pepper Shakers.  Bet nobody will ask you to pass the salt anymore.

5. Steve was asking about this product in a conversation we were having last week, and I happened to stumble on it while reading the reviews at Milspec Monkey. Sixell Innovations:  The Never Quit Grip: If you like what you see, you can get it at afmo.com

Tech Tips:

This is one that hits close to home, and a topic we make sure every new airsoft player understands: The dangers of using sub-quality BBs in your airsoft gun.  Hear Jonathan and Steve talk about the real dangers of using the cheapo BBs from the “Big Box’ stores, and what could happen if you ignore the warnings.

Tim’s out for this show (again!) but this time he’s not feeling well, so he gets a pass.  No worries, Steve and Jonathan go it solo….er…Duo?  Listen in and hear the  guys cover the past 2 week’s airsoft news, tips and rumors!

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Informative with a touch of humor; we break down the news, reviews and tech tips that you want to hear.

You can download or listen to the show by choosing your option below.

Show Notes:

News

- RA-tech posted a great 3 minute video review of the new KSC GBB MP7 – well, with no talking it’s more of a demonstration… but I digress – if you have been waiting for a gas MP7 and wanted to see what the $350US gets you, this is a good demo video.  Check it out here.

- Ok, for you CQB addicits out there, this is a gem of a new site…and it’s IN The STATES TOO!!!  See, us Americans get have a good site every once in a while!    Bottom line…60,000 square feet, prefessionally hosted events, and the first game is August 30th! Check them out at www.citadelairsoft.com

- For those of you that guessed Echo-1’s new gun was a M240B, you were correct.  Looks like it comes with a motorized box mag, top 20mm rail and all the trimmings.  Check out the real picture here.  While you are there you can see the teaser shots of their upcoming RPK and SCAR heavy AEGs too.

- Looks like Jing Gong (JG) has joind the ranks of AEG manufacturers making GBB rifles.  They have a new M4 out,no idea if it’s a copy of the WE or the WA (I’m guessing WA) but it has a plastic body.  The up side is that it only $85US before shipping at airsoftglobal.com While you are there, check out the Panzerfaust 40mm gas grenade launcher!

- The guys for AATV are back with a head-to-head review of the KSC (KWA) USP match and the Marui Five-Seven.  You have to love 2 Austrian guys bickering at each other speaking the Queen’s English with heavy accents.  I never miss a review from them. See it here or at their site.

Tech Tip

The 2nd entry in our “Project Frankengun” series covers the easiest way to gain accuracy and FPS in your AEG, by adding a tightbore barrel.  We picked up a Madbull 363mm Black Python II from our local shop.  the result; a big accuracy increase and a 8 FPS gain…from 332fps to 340fps with a .25g BB.  Not too shabby for 5 minutes work and $35US.  For the fill breakdown, checkout our Project Frankengun link here (link coming VERY SOON.)

Listener Segment

- A listener going by the alias “The Airsoft Taco”  sent us a bit of pre-release news that he found on the Arnie’s forums.  WE looks to have a GBB PDW in the works…OH YEAH!!!!

- Listener Ben is working on a great project that would be the saviour to any new airsofter, an “Airsoft for Dummies” book….  He even promised funny pictures for people like me that never learned how to read….     He’s got a ton of topics and is always looking for more.  Have an idea, shoot him an email at: AirsoftForDummiesBook@gmail.com

- Nate M wanted to chime in on on Steve’s discovery of a college airsoft team and to let us know that these are more common than we thought.  2 years ago one of his buddies started a Mississippi State Airsoft team as well, sponsored by the school.  They are running mostly JG’s and Echo1’s and travel to any major event in the area.  I  missed out in my college years…

- Listener Nathanael, that lives just down the road from the Nakotomie towers site (we mentioned last show), wanted to give us some history of how this cool site became available to airsofters and the history behind it.  This is why we love you guys, you keep us informed!

- Robert S. sent us (as promised) pics from the Fort Ord airsoft even heald just a short while back. These are shot by a professional photographer, Deborah Carrion If you like her work, I bet you can hire her to come and shoot your site too . Link over to the gallery here, and a link to her gallery of the past 7 years of playing at the site.