How to CHOOSE an Airsoft Replica | AATV EP208

[@AnvilAirsoftTV]

How do you go about choosing what to buy?

[@ClassicAirsoft]

Just buying every Tokyo Marui that i can get my Hands on since 2004 :D .... so no thinking about, just grab what you can get

[@darylobey8867]

Bought a m4 type 9.5 since thrres alot of heavy bush were i play befor i got into aorsoft i watched the experinced guys struggle to move there full size m14s m16s and such through the bush or moveing brush out of the way just to line up a shot and id see guys useing ak74us mp5s g36cs and noticed how easy it was for them to move and shoot in the bush so found a combate machine raider short barrel and i was glad i got it :) 9.5-10.5 inch barrels arnt just a speed soft arena thing its handy for playong in the bush and brush were its way easy to shoot through and shoot on the move with out lomg barrels geting cought up

[@sirfanatical8763]

Thanks for asking us. I usually choose what I've already been trained in real life on or with an extension what is already familiar to me. It also goes with equipment. I would NEVER get an MP5 or a SCAR. But I with the point above I feel comfortable working with any type of AKM/Type56 (I own a CYMA AKMS), or an M16A2, M4, PKM, M240 or 249 and for handguns M9, Makkarov, Browning HP and so on, but I would NEVER get anything else. I also NEVER use any attachments, even if I could afford some. Primarily bc I never had any What I'd like to add is that I up until point, I never played a single airsoft match. I just have them for memories. I sort of feel an obligation.

[@MartinJHarris]

TAN Nation... ALL HAIL President Wes

[@whistlestopwonders]

I feel that regardless of the fact that it's totally impractical, the answer to "was this a good purchase" is always yes when your talking about a Lee Enfield.

[@AnvilAirsoftTV]

So say we all.

[@bullseye375]

Even though my real steel Lee Enfield shoots about five foot in all directions, its was never a bad buy it was a good historical buy in my mind.

[@AnvilAirsoftTV]

I’d love to have a go on a real one.

[@ewangrainger2898]

Honestly hit the nail on the head. As a WW1 airsofter primarily, I’m looking for something to have a good time with. I spent a decade obsessing over performance with HPA and shimmed gears and get little joy out of lazer beaming everything. Charging in with my bayonet and a bolt action sub 350 brings me so much joy and makes the hobby feel fresh. We need cooler historical replicas from before ww2 and possibly prior, early semi auto’s and autos in particular!

[@DMAC1966]

I only have a L1a1 SLR (Ares) Bought because I used one back in the day and my Dad also used one when he was un the UDR. I love the look and feel of the thing from taking it out of the box. Upgraded externally with a SUIT scope. It's my baby and I ❤️ it 😆 cheaper than a deact one!

[@sithiscollector1681]

The old faithful hose clamp for a touch or laser on classic AK is still just great

[@bullseye375]

1. Reliability of the brand and the shops credibility I buy from. 2. Rail space with mag compatibility. 3. Parts cost. 4. Works for cqb and woodland. 5. Fore rail will not move. 6. Does it take Glock mags?,If you know you know what I mean haha. 7. Weight of rifle. 9. Cost. Thats it really I don’t do custom or upgrades never needed to tbh in my rifles yet.

[@stewbacca117]

1. Where does the gas go 2. How much does it hold / how efficient is it with it. 3. How easily can I get spares (usually less of an issue given that I live practically across the road from my favourite shop now and close to the source in general). Mags are a ballache though, especially for GBBRs seeing as there is apparently little to no standardisation besides G series pistols having some crossover. At least I've got my interchangeable placard rigs finally set up to cater for basically all platforms I use and their mags.

[@WI11IAMS197]

Has to be metal/steel on all the correct areas. owned 2 polymer rifles my first one i striped for spares and repairs, it now sits in box. The second one didnt even play a game with it i sold it to my mate after a week of owneing it.

[@gizmobuelldude]

Apart from getting an RIF which has historic military or law enforcement heritage in real steel form i then look for compatibility with upgrade and service parts as its definitly going to get broken at some stage.

[@derdersoft]

Fair play, another good video. Very much of the opinion that I don't mind tinkering with a new gun. Usually change the barrel and some of the hop components. So take down and build quality are probably at the forefront. That being said, some companies offerings are a nightmare to work on. Ares and stripping screws come to mind.

[@hairydave82]

I only tend to play historic airsoft. Everything from Wild West to mid 90s so optics and rails aren't really a problem and are usually actively discouraged. I usually do a fair amount of research into the RIF and the manufacturer I'm wanting to get. If the reviews are awful I tend to try to find something else that will fit with the era I'm playing. Cost is also a big thing for me. I think that's why most of my rifs are CYMAs.

[@offshore1987]

Use to buy based on looks and reliability, now its more functionality / reliability then looks

[@olly31d13]

i love the SMLE, changed my whole game play,, so relaxed, take aim fire ,done ,, and my backup is SLR ,, Wood furniture , then L85, L86 (sa80) with no electrical tape to hold them together,, but i do watch reviews from yourself and outher channels.. because some of these Toys cost loads ,

[@VeryFastRodi]

Of course, looks is a big thing. Does it work out of the box. And how good is it to get parts. When it comes to mags, that is why i got my mags before even having the gun 🙃. Because TM gbbr mags go like crazy whenever they are in stock. But knowing that TM works out of the box, can last a long time. And parts are generally easy to get. Is mainly why i went for a CQB GBBR and a Scar recoil before that.

[@Rick_Makes]

My main criteria for choosing a new gun is what Movie, TV show, Video Game or KZbin video have I been inspired by. As long as it looks right, has parts compatibility and magazine availability I'm not too concerned with anything else. I'm in the same boat as Tom where I'm happy to work on my own stuff and everything I own is wired to Deans connectors so batteries aren't really an issue.

[@AnvilAirsoftTV]

Makes it a lot easier when you can work on it yourself.

[@MrGoogle87]

Decent accuracy and range! If you play outdoor: most important

[@AnvilAirsoftTV]

Most stock guns are pretty similar in my experience

[@SteveWalker_M0RFC]

Has to be something others are not running - too many TM users with M4s and Mk18s, hence my go-to for this season was the VFC Mk48 - seen no one else with one. Great out of the box - needed no work and looks amazing. And gets lots of positive comments...

[@noahowenst]

Congratulations on 10K! Also, I enjoy the new thumbnail colored background. And now my opinions, i would like for it to be good interior out of the box, while also having some sturdy exterior. Great video mate, love it.

[@AnvilAirsoftTV]

Thanks

[@ronaldchang8885]

Thanks for another great video! Absolutely agree it must work right out of the box, it is the very basic thing when you sell a product. Just like you buy a McDonald Big Mac, you won‘t expect your customers to "fix" any problem before they can eat it

[@AnvilAirsoftTV]

Well said!

[@jmac781]

Another good one guys. We often have the same conversation here. I love the M14 and the SOCOM. Because parts are harder to get I now have two of them down waiting on parts. LOL Love that SMLE. I have a real one that was a Lend Lease one built by Savage.

[@camerongill70]

My replicas spend more time on my wall than on the field so looks are everything. I don't really see them as toys. I'm into military history and having a replica of a real steel gun to stare at for hrs is great, being able to play airsoft is a bonus. I've got more guns than I can play pew pew with......just love the look. Very addictive, I'll just have 1 sniper, 1 mp5, 1 ar, 1 ak........no way. I'll stop at 10 riffs and if I want another I have to sell one......but I can't let go.

[@GrandFishK]

Great topic, and great points lads. I very much agree, that you should absolutely get replicas you actually like - especially if it's your first one - and not just whichever one is more popular or most recommended at the time. Personally, a big thing I always consider first, is what the replica's main purpose will be - could be anything; fitting into our team's new theme, being a clone of a movie prop, being lent out to newbies on the field, or just looking nice in a collection. I look forward to seeing you cover more topics like this.

[@AnvilAirsoftTV]

Totally. Number 1

[@James-C24]

Cheeky dig at Paintball their excellent work lads!!!! Great video definitely something thats not often talked about properly.

[@AnvilAirsoftTV]

:)

[@kippercsg]

Very jealous of that selection of RIFs! I currently have an L85A2 that only fires full auto, a classic army G3a3 (which Gadge actually used about 10 years ago before I got my paws on it) that only fires on full auto, and a Nuprol Delta Sopmod that doesn't fire at all! 😂

[@AnvilAirsoftTV]

Sounds like they need some love :)

[@kippercsg]

@@AnvilAirsoftTV they'll get all the love, as soon as I've finished paying for my wedding 😂

[@BryAirsofttech]

Biggest thing for me is part compatibility and the availability of parts if you are buying into a proprietary system. Which you have already covered. Ive also had lots of different toys over the years and i always come back to an m4, so i dont tend to look at anything else now. 😂

[@AnvilAirsoftTV]

I also keep coming back to V2 gearboxes in AR-15 carbines. If TM did a carry handle NGRS AR though….

[@EnglishKiwi]

Honestly at the moment my criteria are: 1) Do I want to use it in a skirmish for a few months? 2) Would people be interested in a review of it? 3) Is it a lee enfield?

[@nicksenkovs1525]

Love the content chaps, keep up the good work!!! and warm greetings from New Zealand.

[@AnvilAirsoftTV]

Thanks Nick

[@asuhdude1055]

LOVE YOUR VIDEOS KEEP IT UP!!!

[@3DVIDEOSMurray]

A+ video. I think u covered all the considerations.

[@AnvilAirsoftTV]

Thanks

[@rc-pm1fe]

I have an old TM m733 commando 11.5 in with the original ver 2 gear box. I am attemting to make my version of the black hawk down rifle. What suppressor did you use for your build?

[@AnvilAirsoftTV]

It’s a King Arms Ops Inc mock suppressor I managed to pick up at an airsoft fair. They are very hard to find now. I sell 3D printer adaptors for the FMA 35x198mm CW/CCW suppressor though.

[@rc-pm1fe]

@@AnvilAirsoftTV I found the vfc ops brake barrel extension. I'd be interested in the 3d print you do.

[@olivierdesmet7160]

Great video as always! Just a small error: the intro said mr hop vs r-hop ;)

[@AnvilAirsoftTV]

Thanks. Must have forgotten to change the title.

[@MercutioUK2006]

Buy a RIF that has been proven to be reliable - you can absolutely alter every performance characteristic, including the externals, but guns absolutely HAVE to work out of the box with the caveat that if you have sufficient tech skills to rectify any problems you might encounter simply get something you like the look of and is externally solid. Do some research, and don't fall into the trap of spending a fortune on the RIF initially then throwing another 3-400 on upgrades.

[@AnvilAirsoftTV]

All too common!

[@Lozart]

First and foremost it has to look right (or at least the bits that don't can easily be changed out), it needs to have a standard gearbox so I can upgrade/repair/fiddle to my hearts content and just not be utter dogshit. Anything else is fixable. Unless it's an expensive gun and then it needs to be good enough as is to justify the cost.

[@w0t3rdog]

How I go about when buying replicas? "Aight. That's cool. I want one. What producers are there? Hmm.. reviews.. can I afford it? Not now, no. Aight. To the list it goes!"

[@AnvilAirsoftTV]

:)

[@Terminatorbart]

Just get a Steyr Aug! 😁

[@planetcaravan2925]

No

[@Terminatorbart]

@@planetcaravan2925 🤣

[@jaycartwright4308]

Die Hard 👍

[@Terminatorbart]

@@jaycartwright4308 Exactly!

[@ribsrtuil3615]

proprietary parts dont mean much to me unless they are known to fail, dont have replacements and dont have upgrades. certain brands should just be avoided. yes you, ares