gauge. Full-auto electric
rifles are too different
a kettle of fish to try
and compare against
the K98. Comparison
against other singleshot rifles is the only
way. The power system,
controlled via the magazine,
is the best out there. You can simply
switch magazines to opt for more or less
power, which allows for more flexibility
than any other gas rifle on the market.
The 8g CO2 bulb is a less common
size than the 12g versions used by most
CO2 pistols; you tend to find the 8g ones
in brewing shops but they are available
at around 30p per bulb. The action is
extremely smooth and feeds each round
without any issues.
On the field the bolt-action rarely reins
supreme, in real life and airsoft gaming
alike. The CO2 system does deliver a
steady and consistent power and the 8g
bulb lasts for a good few reloads. Changing
the bulb is tool free as the magazine
takedown takes seconds and has the
screw key built in. Against other boltactions in a WWII scenario, in particular the
other K98s available, this rifle stands head
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and shoulders above the others. Similarly
if the K98 was to be used in a sniper role I
believe it would be a force to be reckoned
with.
Depending on your tastes and the
games you play this rifle is either for you
or it’s not. There is no real middle ground
when it comes to the WWII scene – but
what G&G has produced cannot be
shunned from a performance or build
quality point of view. Niche, perhaps, but a
quality rifle nonetheless, and the ingenious
ability to vary power levels makes this a
viable weapon for anyone serious about
their role as an airsoft sniper. ■
SPECIFICATIONS
Length: 1,100mm
Weight: 3,740g
Inner barrel length: 577mm
Build: Real wood and full-metal
construction
Power source: 8g CO2 bulbs
Magazine: Nine-round CO2 mag
Velocity: 350fps or 470ps (depending
on magazine)
Price: £274.99 (includes sling and two
magazines)
Available from Land Warrior Airsoft:
0131 654 2452,
www.landwarriorairsoft.com