Last but not least... the G&G Booth.
Here we have the G&G version of the FN2000, the GN2000. This was a prototype unit that didn't yet have the hop-up unit installed, so there is a lot of mystery surrounding this one. The FN2000 certainly isn't for everyone, but the externals were a good match-up against the real thing.

The L85 is just plain cool... It's already released, but it's very unique and comes complete with pnumatic blowback. This thing comes in 2 varients: the A1 and the A2. The version pictured below is the longer variant, the L85 A1. I didn't really want to put it back down, but eventually I had to move on.

On the first wall, in addition to the bullpup L85 mentioned above, we have "stockless" variants of the M4. Instead of a traditional stock, these only have a weighted stock tube to help balance the weapon (Thanks to RJ @ Chairsoft magazine for that explaination after seeing my puzzled look). There are awesome for CQB scenarios. Underneath them were some prototypes of the G96 line of gas powered sniper rifles. Some of these bodies are made from real wood, a really nice touch.

The next wall shows the G&G Sig 550, now joined by 3 other length variants (The 551, 552, and 553). The build quality and overall look on these makes any Sig fan want to collect the whole set. At the bottom we have more variants of the G96 gas sniper rifles, we'll have a closer look at one later.

More prototypes are seen below. Unfortunately in an image deleting spree we lost the display of the upcoming SCAR Heavy, but we can confirm it is on the way.

These are a mix of all kinds of goodies...Some are entry level plastic bodies, some are the pro-line metal bodies, and some TopTech AEGs with blowback.

And even more goodies...

Here are some close-ups of the L96 gas sniper rifle. No release date or pricing information was available, but the L96 felt very sturdy. We are looking to add gas sniper rifles to our inventory, and this may be the one to finally do it.

And nogw for the EBR. Surprisingly light for such a big weapon. We will really be keeping an eye on this one.

G&G showed off a lot of goodies. As usual, there were a little light on the info, but we are used to that around here. Here is a video highlight of all the 2010 goodies

Next up: The Spartan Imports booth. Spartan has been expanding their exclusive distribution of several brands in the US. On display were Classic Army, Magpul PTS, and Ares airsoft guns. Unfortunately we didn't have time to photograph the Ares stuff, but the next edition of Chairsoft Magazine will have some extra coverage in that area.

Ah yes... the MINIGUN. This is no clone of the Echo 1... this is a completely new design. The battery only rotates the barrels, which has a mechanism to load the BBs. A tank of gas is required to proppel the BBs, with some sort of adjustable pressure sytem from 300-500 FPS.

The unloaded and unpowered beast weights 22lbs, so start hitting the gym now. This thing is as solid as a block of steel. At this time there is no price or release date information.

There were some nice prototypes on display, including this Gas Blow Back M4 with "Tango Down" etched on on the receiver.

It didn't feel quite as solid as the KWA GBB M4s, but we expect this one to cost a bit less, which should give more airsofters an opportunity to experience the GBB goodness.

Here is a prototype of some wicked looking machine gun:

...and a custom CA25 URX pimped out with Magpul parts

And finally, some Magpul AEG loving... This Magpul M4 is just sweet

We also felt up the upcoming Magpul ACR. Sexy time!

The ACR felt great. Unfortunately they didn't have all of the conversion available to play with, This will be a bit costly to have all of the options available, but players may like having a "one stop shop" for their airsoft needs.

Overall Spartan Imports had a great lineup on display! We are looking forward to getting more details on the EBR and GBB M4.

The KWA booth had several unexpected surprises!

First up were several configurations of the new KWA MP9: The KPM9 and KPM9R. This is not a rebranding of KSC's MP9 by any means. The SMG has been re-engineered with the NS2 Gas Blowback System. The KMP9 will be available with either a tac-rail or a foregrip. Both of these configurations will be available in Black, Tan, and Ranger Green. Expect to see them released around March or April!

The KMP9 with foregrip

The KMP9R with tac-rail

There were rumors that KWA would be showing their prototype GBB M4. Well, here they are... Too bad you won't be able to get your hands on em until June or July!

The LM4 PTR and LM4 SR7 will be the two initial releases for KWA's GBB M4 line, but others are already planned. The guns feel incredibly solid. The only potential downside is that the grips will be proprietary. This design was necessary to support the blow back action and still conform with the ATF regulations that prevent the airsoft gun from being converted to fire a real rifle round. Overall, this was the best way to go. KWA will be making alternative compatible grips, as well as encouraging third party manufacturers to do the same.

The prototype is pretty much complete, but KWA is still working to improve the durability of the magazines. Anyone who has used existing GBB M4s (such as the WE or Western Arms) may have encountered magazines that break from a few drops. Having GBB rifles supported by US distributers will be awesome for the airsoft community. In the event issues do arise, or repair parts are needed, they will be much easier to obtain. Classic Army had a GBB M4 prototype as well, stay tuned for the Spartan Imports booth write-up.

Speaking of gas powered guns, KWA is now making their own Green Gas! Air Armory will be carrying this product soon. Not much else to say, but I was able to man-handle a can of it.

Also on display were the latest line of KWA Gas Blowback pistols. There are many new designs and grips for the 1911 PTPs, as well as the brand new 2011.

The 1911 Mark I and Mark II PTP

The 1911 Mark III PTP

The 1911 Mark IV PTP

And here are the 2011 Formula 5.0 and 5.1

There was also a new MK23 pistol on display, but we failed to snap a picture of that one... so here is a stock KWA image!

A nice little surprise at the 2010 Shot Show was the Magpul Folding Pocket Gun (FPG). This thing is just plain cool... Start with a little black box, and in less than a second (and a flick of your thumb) you can deploy it into an SMG.

The Magpul FPG will first be released as a conversion kit, and is designed for the KWA/KSC 18C GBB Pistols. Some other brands/variants will be compatible using parts included with the kit, but full details have not been released yet.

The FPG has been in development in the Real Steel and Airsoft worlds for over a year. The design phase been long and difficult, as Magpul must not infringe on Glock patents with this product. As many airsofters are aware (and disappointed by!), Glock has been completely against licensing thier brand for airsoft. They are known for aggressively going after those making unlicensed clones. Magpul's FPG design has been engineered to accept a Glock slide and magazine without copying the mechanisms of the patented lower receiver. The carry handle/rail combination can be removed to allow the FPG to be stored easily. When attached, the weapon is deployed by flicking the charging handle with your thumb.

The rest is taken care of by the clever design... the stock and grip (complete with extended magazine!) unfold and lock right into place, making the FPG ready to fire As you can see in the picture below, Magpul has even designed the FPG's rail to accept accessories such as flashlights and lasers.

Collapsing the Folding Pocket Gun is a little more involved. The three main steps include folding in the grip (the mag stays in!), tucking away the foregrip, and finally closing the stock which will lock the entire unit shut. Once you run through this process a few times, it can be taken down in a matter of seconds.

Towards the end of this year. Magpul is looking to release a complete version of the FPG using KWA internals. Don't expect this sexy piece of kit to come without a heafty pricetag. Also, don't expect the hefty pricetag to deter you from needing one once you have experienced it!

Here is a quick video of a lucky bystander trying it out at ShotShow 2010. As this was the first time he held the FPG, it's very apparent how intuitive the design is.

Spartan Imports also made a sweet (and more fancily produced) video for the FPG that you should check out as well. Hey look, it can actually fire!

We have to apologize for the late first entry... Attending Shot Show 2010 in Las Vegas has been a double-edged sword. As far as positives go, Vegas is great fun, and the Sands Convention Center is massive. Unfortunately, there is so much to do around here that its hard to find time to resize/catalog all of images and write a decent entry to go with them. Oh, and we are down about $50 amoung several casinos. We better get used to it (and get better at gambling), because the Shot Show is already slated to be here for the next several years.

We will start adding pictures and information over the next couple days. For now, there are some highlights that deserve a shout out:
EDIT: Added a few pictures to this post - Lots more later!

Both KWA and Classic Army have Gas Blow Back (GBB) M4 prototypes on display. These were rumored to be in existance, but we have now held them (pics soon!). Apparently there has been dialog with ATF to make sure the design is compliant to prevent conversion to a real firearm, which was apparently an issue with the existing WE and Western Arms models from over-seas. Designs are near complete and we should see these released around half way through the year.

Classic Army's Minigun is on display... very sexy! Some weight lifting will be required to field it.

KWA announced (and has on display) an MP9 with NS2 internals. There are foregrip and tac-rail configurations, as well as different color bodies. These are planned to be released within a couple months. This should go nicely with the just-released KWA branded green gas. They also have some sweet looking 1911 PTPs on display.

Airsoft Innovations Detonation Impact Grenade is being pimped out via cut-away model. That means we will have these in stock soon!

Pantac USA has made thier debut with some very nice looking gear. Release time-frame is planned for mid-february.

MANY new products/brands will be added to AirArmory.com's inventory this year.

There is lots more, but it's almost 4AM here (7AM in my home-time-zone) and we have to function for at least 2 more days. Will post more ASAP, with pictures!

Magpul PTS Polymer Midcap Magazines also known as PMAGs are now available for only $23.49.  These 120 round Midcap M4 magazines are replications of the real steal polymer PMAG magazine that Magpul has been making for many years.  PMAGs feature excellent construction and are compatible in most guns that would be considered TM compatible or to be conforming to the TM standard for airsoft AEG M4/M16 mag well feed tube design.

Magpul PMAGs are available in: Black, Dark Earth (Tan), Olive Drab , and Foliage Green.

Generally compatible Brands include:

• Classic Army
• G&G
• JG
• A&K
• KWA
• ECHO1
• Tokyo Maru

BUY Magpul PTS PMAGs at our online store

 

First the good news: We now have a stockpile of KWA's most recent products. The latest additions are linked in the images below.

Now for the alert posted at KWA's official page: BEWARE OF COUNTERFEIT KWA PRODUCTS!
KWA has issued an alert for consumers to only purchase KWA products through Authorized Dealers, as counterfeits have recently started popping up. Bootleg KWA AEGs and Pistols will not be covered under a warranty of any kind, so customers should always be careful of who they purchase from. Be especially suspicious of KWA Glock replicas, as those are no longer being imported into the US. As of now, this warning strictly applies to their GBB Pistol line.

Air Armory is a proud Authorized Dealer for KWA, and the only one in New Jersey!

Read the full details and see examples on KWA's official forum

Now, back to their awesome product line...

Fully Licensed Umarex H&K MP7A1 Gas Blow Back:


2GX KWA KM4 SR10 (Li-Po Ready)


2GX KWA KM16 SR12 Full Metal (Li-Po Ready)


KP45 (3 Colors), KP45 Tactical, and KP45 Match
   

Keep it Real!

UPDATE

2009 KWA M4A1 Carbine

We have replaced the 2008 updated KWA M4A1 with the 2009 KWA M4A1 with new body and 2GX gearbox.

Now in stocking KWA M4A1's with 2GX Gearboxes

KWA KM4A1's with the new 2Gx Gear boxes are now in stock fresh in and ready for action.  KWA has sunk alot of R&D into the new 2GX gearbox and included with the package a 2G high performance bucking. 

These new boxes have been built up to be more durable in a number of key ways which include:

• A new shell design to distribute load better and resist cold weather brittleness
• Reinforced piston
• Heat treated hardened components
• 9mm gear bearings
• Fixes from previous gearboxes including trigger post problem resolved late last last year

  Buy KWA KM4A1 With 2GX Gearbox

Airsoft's equivilent of an upskirt? Look at those curves.

 

The new marking on the KM4A1's Retail packaging.

 

  A look at the gearbox in the KM4A1

We are starting to receive and add listings for the KWA AEGs with the Updated gear boxes in them.

They can be found in our KWA category starting with the KM16BR - M16 Battle Rifle and now the KG36C and other models as they arrive in.

 

We are also please to announce that G&G will be shipping SIG 550s as soon as tomorow.

 

Also - for anyone going to Operation Pine Plains II we now have G&G bio bbs in stock, weights available are .20's, .25's, and .28's.

Update: The Blammo Kill Markers have been rebranded as GameFace Verdict Marker BBs 
We will post a news article shortly on how this will affect there release and distribution.

I want to preface this article: I know this item will not be for everyone, but I surely think the boys at Grudge Tactical have something interesting going on here.

With that out of the way... A little back story:  While at the Shot Show in Orlando, we were introduced to an interesting little product.  Among a myriad of other "new" products that were mainly revisions and upgrades on older concepts, this one seemed rather unique. Having almost no detailed information at the time, we left the news on the back burner.

For the past two weeks, all we have known about Grudge Tactical's Marking BBs is that they are coated in a fine dry powdered lubricant that transfers on impact. We had no way to get them on our plane via carry on.  I had a pack of 100 clearly labeled G&G sample BBs confiscated at the gate... I can only imagine how much worse things would be if the orbs were coated in an "unknown powder", but that's another story.

This lack of information is coming to an end, and some pretty solid (and rather interesting) details have emerged.  I get the feeling this technology could be revolutionary to the sport of airsoft, but it could potentially flop if marketed incorrectly. There will be many debates, and some very extreme reactions once these are released.

The first thing that comes to my mind is (regardless of whether or not I will personally use these marking BBs after fleeing from paintball) that they will make airsoft more accessible to the casual player.  The most common question we get asked about airsoft when talking to paintball players is "How do you know when you hit someone?"

Most players say they know when they hit their target. If they did, its pretty likely the target knows he was shot. That said, it's up to the honor of each player to call themselves out.  This system works well for small communities, such as the one we generally play with (New Jersey Airsoft Association).  But w/ an the expansion of the industry this model will be challenged.  Just in our small environment we see challenges as our promoters work to increase the pull of local games and bring in new players don't understand or don't want to understand the honor rules. This is a real challenge to the development of the airsoft industry and previous attempts a marker BB technologies have not been up to the challenge.

Enter Grudge Tacticals BlammoKillmarker bb.

Technologically speaking, it looks like a lot of thought has gone into what seems like a simple color coated BB.  Reading through the specifications, it looks like the guys at Grudge have married some very impressive marking concepts with a high quality BB.  As I keep explaining, if marking is not for you, cooler marking will likely still not be for you.  I really started getting interested when I watched the videos with the little dusty yet highly visible dots that are no where near as messy as the slop of a paintball.  As an added bonus, they (according to tech specs) should even work in 6.01 barrels w/ no jamming issues.

If your wondering how this dry lube power will come off your equipment, there are videos of the product "application" and "removal" at the bottom of this post.  The cleaning procedure is a couple rubs with a damp rag.  From the looks of it (and what I remember from handling them), wiping the markings off on a tree, a common practice in open paintball games, will not work. Unless, of course, you keep your damp rag handy... or you have some really sweaty hands.

What remains to be seen is how the powder will affect your weapons. It is recommended that you clean up your barrel, feeding nozzle, and mags after a day's play. According to tests by our friends at Spartan Imports, the residue is actually very easy to remove, and you won't have to go beyond standard equipment cleaning practices. I am sure all of you are already take such proper care of your equipment anyway... right? Any remaining residue should eventually work its way out, as it becomes oily when friction is applied.

We look forward to getting our hands on this product to do some testing of our own. We are especially interested in velocity tests when compared to standard BBs of the same weight.

For more info check out the Blammo FAQ...

sample size 1000 bbs

.20g Blammo Kill-Markers

Nominal Diameter: 5.960mm

Sample Mean: 5.961mm

Std Dev: 0.022326

Range: 5.946 – 5.973  (what this means is if your running a barrel at 6.01mm your have nothing to worry about the largest bb in a sample set of 1000, of which there was only 1, was 5.973mm)

99% 5.950 – 5.970

 

Nominal Coating Thickness: 0.020 mm

Sample Mean: 0.019 mm

Blammo via pistol


Blammo via AEG @ 60ft


Blammo Cleaning