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MARCH 2021
8 ARMOURY : G & G ARMAMENT PCC45 We are very honoured to work directly with some of the biggest “ names ” in the global airsoft industry and every so often that means that we get to take a “ first look ” at new models from source . This month our good friends at G & G have entrusted us to do this with their very latest 2021 model and sent Bill an evaluation sample of their new PCC45 all the way from Taiwan !
14 ARMOURY : EMG FALKOR DEFENSE BLITZ When is an AR AEG something more than its component parts ? When does it cease to become simply a tool and become a work of “ firearms art ” that grabs the user and fills them with a desire to shoot it as often as possible ? Bill gets behind the sights of the latest version of the EMG-licenced FALKOR DEFENSE BLITZ SBR to provide an answer …
20 ARMOURY : LCT “ AK BABY ” & “ TX BABY ” Whilst LCT Airsoft have been wowing us with a host of new models , that ’ s not to say that they are neglecting their extensive “ back catalogue ” and amongst the models benefitting from a restock are two diminutive models that we love - but not for the most obvious of reasons !
24 FEATURE : SPECNA ARMS The last time we saw our friends from Specna Arms face to face , was actually at SHOT in January 2020 , after which that they had a busy year - and 2021 looks set to be equally exciting !
28 KIT & GEAR : FOOTWEAR CHOICES There are places where you can skimp and save a bit of money with your airsoft loadout but having good footwear is not one of them . Choosing the wrong boots can make all the difference to having a superb day on site or going home early . Bill looks at making the right choice - irrelevant of your budget !
32 KIT & GEAR : ONETIGRIS Elsewhere this month Jimmy has had a look at some righteous tech to increase the efficacy of our AEGs but he ’ s also interested in the gear that makes him equally efficient on the field , like the new Chest Rig and Low Profile Plate Carrier System from ONETIGRIS !
34 KIT & GEAR : PMC LOADOUT Bill takes a moment to look back on his “ PMC Gear ” and muses on this versatile loadout and why he believes everyone should have their own “ take ” on it in their personal gear locker .
36 INSIDE AIRSOFT : EVOLUTION AIRSOFT Bill takes look at Evolution International as we go “ Inside Airsoft ” to look at a European company that ’ s taking on the established manufacturers of the Far East and succeeding in their own unique way … with a dash of Italian flair !
40 RED CALL : PDWs As the UK lockdown continues once again , the Red Cell crew have had to work remotely to bring in their conclusions of the latest batch of “ AR ” style “ PDW ” models . This has led to some pretty in-depth analysis of the chosen AEGs as they detail more variants than ever before !
48 ARMOURY : CHIAPPA RHINO Bill steps back into the world of the silver screen , as he indulges his passion for revolvers and gets his hands on a big old wheelgun that became famous both for its unique looks and its many movie cameos and finds there ’ s much to love about the airsoft take on the mighty Chiappa Rhino !
52 RELOADED : WE MP5K There are few real steel platforms as iconic and instantly recognisable as the Heckler & Koch “ Maschine Pistole 5 ”. AA Legionnaire , Stewbacca , revisits this airsoft stalwart , in the form of the WETech Apache MP5K .
56 UPGRADES : MASTER MODS We are always pleased to hear about new upgrade parts , especially when one of our trusted brands is involved . ICS were kind enough to supply us some of the parts they distribute from Master Mods , so we tasked Jimmy to get to work and check them out !
60 UPGRADES : WARHEAD MOTORS AA Tech Team member , Jimmy , has a bit of a “ thing ” about upgrading his personal AEGs to get maximum performance and durability from them and recently he put his knowledge to good use by thoroughly “ beasting ” some unique new motor technology from Warhead Industries - and liked what he found … A LOT !
64 FEATURE : IMMERSIVE AIRSOFT Whilst he waits for various components to arrive for his missile silo projrect , James moves onto the next project on his list . In Part 1 of 2 , he details his research to create a working version of the UK Cold War era “ HANDLE ” warning system !
68 ARMOURY : MODIFY PP-2K Airsoft Action Legionnaire , “ Stewbacca ”, is right in the thick of Taiwanese airsoft and able to bring the latest from the airsoft companies that reside there , including Modify and their PP-2K .
72 THE CAGE : PLATE CARRIERS In his gear article last month , Bill took a long hard look at Chest Rigs but the Plate Carrier still seems to be the choice for many players and thought it was high time to revisit what the “ AA Crew ” are using themselves and why !
76 FIRST AID : CPR & AEDS Although we hope it never happens at an airsoft event , it is always worth remembering “ Prior Preparation and Planning Prevents Poor Performance ” and might just save someone ’ s life . Survival expert , Paul Yelland , explains …
80 KIT & GEAR : MAXPEDITION HEAD-TO-HEAD The no-name bag ( Noteus ) from eBay arrived only a day or so after Frenchie finished his previous article comparing the Versipack & the Siebertron copy . In that case , the copy won but will it be 2-0 for the copies this month ? Read on …
82 RETAIL ROUNDUP Another month has gone by , and the goodies for 2021 just keep on arriving ! Last time we looked at some of the new AEGs and GBBs that have been hitting the market , but that doesn ’ t mean that there ’ s not accessories and gear that we can be equally excited about , so here are some of the things that have got the Airsoft Action team excited this month !
86 LAST POST : BAGS OF OPINION Last Post was always intended to be a bit of light-hearted , slightly ranty , fun . Since Frenchie is given to being a little opinionated , this has generally proved not too difficult …