WE L85A2 GAS BLOWBACK SA80 GEN 2 / Airsoft Unboxing Review

[@Nathan-nw9pd]

Not even a minute in and I’m already gonna hit the like. That intro was too funny😂

[@coolharley12able]

15 seconds and i already liked it XD ahah

[@kevinmontgomery4443]

Just came across this channel after watching some blokes running rounds in the woods shouting "Hit!". Looks like good fun, it reminds me of growing up in an re-enactment society. (Some might knock it and think it's weird) But I loved every minute of it. Cooking over open fires, sleeping in canvas tents and I got to play with cannons. Brilliant times! The L85 has always been my favourite rifle. We had the dummy versions when I was cadets but I always use it when it's in a video games when I can. Even love it's little brother the L22 in ghost recon future soldier. Going to see if their is any Airsoft clubs in my area once the current climate settles down. First I need to ask the misses can I have one...wish me luck.

[@NSporsche]

OMG FINALLY!!!! Someone has correctly addressed the bolt hold open device situation! The amount it has been bugging me that no one on youtube has shown this PROPERLY has been unhealthy. THANK YOU!!!!!!

[@pat_ross55]

So u were a royal engineer, nice

[@thegreatbritishairsofter]

I’m a royal engineer

[@birdsarecool7490]

Thank you for your service! :)

[@sa8042cmd]

Chivenor ?

[@get_n00tscoped]

Based Sapper moment 😎

[@wagie95]

REMF?

[@lucasmartin6335]

The way this man says "mag" just makes my day. Every. Damn. Time

[@diqital_aviator]

The correct terminology is 'magazine' to be fair

[@emoment1088]

Oh I've always loved the look of the L85. It speaks to me on a spiritual level

[@stevenbobbybills]

@@Bruh-lq7ev it resembles an AR-18 more than an M16.

[@nolanolivier6791]

@@Bruh-lq7ev internally, it's literally an AR18 in bullpup form.

[@nolanolivier6791]

Hehehe... it speaks to me as a nightmare of gun oil and 009. I saw the gas parts of the A1 literally explode 3 times - once at Catterick, once in Belize and once in Thetford. The L85 is a shining example of just how little of a f__k the UK government gives for their squaddies.

[@BigAlsLittleKingdom]

​@@nolanolivier6791 that was the A1, the A2 and A3 are massive upgrades over that.

[@KrayzFatman]

Your videos are the absolute best. Good amount of humour along the way, but not skipping on the actual gun reviews. Thank you!

[@BigAlsLittleKingdom]

People in the comments hating on the real thing have never used one. The A2 and A3 are huge fix over the A1. Go do some research before talking rubbish. Great video Airsoft Mike. Fellow Veteran here 🇬🇧🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@NEO_RKX]

I like this channel and USAirsoft they’re the best rn for me, I like the music in your background too bro creates a nice ambience

[@RuffsTV]

This vid just makes me want to know Mike's history even more.

[@longshotk1340]

Thought he was gonna change into a Redcoat ! 💂🏿‍♂️

[@hdexotic1914]

Alive joke

[@Oatmilk123]

This dude's enthusiasm is perfect.

[@janetgreenslade9281]

Man that thing looks amazing, I've held the real deal myself and that looks spot on from what I can see. MAN I WANT ONE! Love your energy dude! Nice vid

[@conquestor4779]

Same, that’s the exact reason I want one!

[@Thomas-om6ov]

@@conquestor4779 do you know where to buy one?

[@conquestor4779]

@@Thomas-om6ov yes, but they are for ridiculous amounts of money. You are looking at £600+

[@travellingveteran]

I have just bought this yesterday after seeing it at a military show. I will be mainly using it for display and occasional target shooting. I used the L85A2 version during my Army service and I must say it's incredibly similar to the real thing. Great video.

[@kaziiqbal7257]

0:15 sounds like I’m about to see the most Union Jacks in one place ever

[@Didymus-vz6uy]

*takes his mask off* "Dooohp, sorry , couldn't help myself!" 😂 keep it up Mike!

[@-lightningwill-6014]

The susat was like adding spice to chicken, its already loved by everyone who's had it but the spice is just something else >:)

[@monsville1986]

Great video Mike. I really liked the comparison between the two models. Thanks for making such a great effort to bring that to us.

[@Coastal_Cruzer]

Hey Mike, remember the A&K M1892 lever action rifle you reviewed a few years ago? I'm gonna be getting mine in about a week or less. Really hyped.

[@YTSH0RTMEME3]

MAKE WAY FOR THE QUEEN'S GUARD!

[@nathan.w6580]

I’m joining royal engineers after college 👌

[@obi-wankenobi9187]

I’ve just passed phase 1 and go to engineers in a few days

[@livingliam1570]

good luck, I joined REME jthen passed P Company and swapped to 9para. Best of Luck!

[@hdexotic1914]

have fun using the l85 😂 tell your captain or whatever to change your rifle

[@amduck4883]

I’m joining the commandos following the footsteps of my older brother

[@livingliam1570]

@@amduck4883 good shit! You'll get stuck in and stick through basic and you won't regret it

[@MaxTheVoidling]

I have personally used the L98A2, (not just shot it, but done all the drills, stripping the weapon, etc...) which is the exact same - except locked on semi-automatic, and I can say that this looks great! Very authentic.

[@diqital_aviator]

Myself included, in fact, shot it, stripped it, cleaned it, done drills and WHT'd all today. Have to say this is a very good replica of the L85 aside from a couple things but very very good.

[@MaxTheVoidling]

@@diqital_aviator You referring to the Airsoft one or the real one? Just curious, since I've shot the real one but not the Airsoft one.

[@thecrocandsweepshow611]

@@MaxTheVoidling question when did the L98 go self loading??? The L98 is the Manual action GP. You had the L85 (SA80) Then the L86 (LSW) in my time.

[@JoshAllingham95]

Thank you for your service Mike 👍🏻

[@Vanhsinlin]

yesterday i was just searching this gun ,then i woke up to this video NICEEE

[@kyleblackburne2870]

Don’t know why everyone rags on the SA80 so much. The A2 fixed most of the issues and its easy to use. We wouldn’t keep using it if it was complete garbage. Can pop off headshots and decent groupings using iron sites at 100 metres. sadly never got to use the Susat as i wasn’t a landlubber.

[@Still-ill-Trill]

They rag on it because even though it's functionally fine now that H&K fixed it, but it's still an un-ergonomic, heavy, un-intuitive rifle. The team who designed it were engineers who had zero (or very little) firearms experience. They didn't know what actually made firearms 'good.' Ah see your MOD will still keep using it because its cheaper to deal with it than to refit the entire defence force with new guns, new tooling, new training, new spares for whatever platform they see fit. They kept using it since they sunk so much money into fixing it to actually be functional reliably

[@kyleblackburne2870]

Skelly -webm have you ever used one? Its perfectly fine for job its there for and uses decent caliber rounds. I personally love the feel of the rifle. Only pain in the arse is the mag as it’s a bull pup but thats the same issue nearly all bull pups have. You are right though we only kept it because of the cost but we’re almost at the point now of getting a new designed rifle. The A3 basically just replaced the frame to remove some weld marks and thats about it. I don’t know what rifle we would adopt to be honest though. Our SF’s use pretty much the same gear as the US.

[@Still-ill-Trill]

@@kyleblackburne2870 I've had a brief play around with one. The safety is un-intuitive, very heavy and an average trigger. I understand manual of arms becomes alright after a while but at the end of the day, it was designed by engineers who didn't know what made firearms good. It does the job well enough sure. I'd prefer it over a QBZ but would take my own countries rifle, the AUG over it all day, every day.

[@Foxhound617]

@@Still-ill-Trill I wouldnt say the safety is un-intuitive but more so that the change lever is. Safety is easy to use when in an engagement but changing the fire rate is awkward and can become stiff very easily. Pretty much all of issued L85A2's have Susat's and most have the rail hand guard so you can fit a foregrip too, which makes them a lot nicer to use.

[@gnifrusdniw]

I used the a2 and of all the weapons i have ever used i was shocked by the fact that while holding the pistol grip i could rock or rattle the tmh (top half of rifle). Why you would have the pistol grip not permanently attached to the tmh makes no sense, the susat was so bad then we go acog but the rail for it was 💩 then they used picatinny rails with the new sight which was better but the amount of play would make me laugh. Stoppages were a problem in poor weather and mud and the weapon is a pain to clean.

[@nyx_6662]

This was an epic review my guy, I watched your arp9 review and it the way you described it made want to get one so as soon as I have enough money, im getting that arp9

[@kevWalker72]

Great video buddy, my mate Knocked his mag release in NI and lost full mag! I never got use this but did use SLR. Thanks for your service, love the t-shirt too

[@Squirrelnutsrc]

Just love your videos great products, reviews and info thank you for all the time you put in entertaining us keep up the great work and THANK YOU

[@35764G]

Former RE here, nice video bro!

[@andrewcliffe3511]

Great video as always .look forward to your videos .keep up the great content

[@jaredwu7053]

G’day mate! Would you mind making a review of the army armament r18c for airsoft on a budget. Love your vids.

[@marchood99]

Adjusted your self composed your self ( remembered your marksmanship principles ) 🤣👌👍

[@sneakersunday6307]

Glad you’re back

[@tangodown2989]

"Back"? His last video was only 4 days ago! 😂 Whatchu talkin' bout??

[@riggy.5023]

keep up the good work mike! love the vids!

[@JareddarArt]

Glad you are doing this and subsequent Vid Mike. When I get asked about this model I shall send them your way. The A1 was a pig in a poke, not personal experience but mates who have. They went from the SLR to that. Hated it from day one.

[@bodyfullalead]

ive been waiting for this

[@kaziiqbal7257]

*Land of Hope and Glory intensifies*

[@cyruslopez9622]

*MAKE WAY FOR THE QUEENS GUARDS!!!!*

[@arleendo]

Dude your videos are just too good. Tactical sweat, I pissed myself.

[@somethingpointless4074]

I may not be British but this is one of a kind

[@RobertSmith-mc5dk]

That t-shirt is amazing 😂

[@863rafael]

Love what you do mate!

[@Jasonth131]

The Gas version is really good have one

[@strelok1396]

Off to harrogate next year, cant wait 🇬🇧💪

[@seven-sixtwo762]

Dang the SUSAT really tops the look off

[@justaguythatwasbored1460]

Yo! My guy was in the royal engineers! You also remind me of someone I served at the place I used to work once! Edit: Funnily enough he had a dog with a harness and a velcro thing with royal engineers on it, and that was stuck to the harness thing

[@steveflatman]

Maybe you could hybridise your two L85's? The GBB is obviously an improvement, but the plastics are clearly wrong, and look better on your A1... between the two you could have an authentic looking GBB A2... just a thought.

[@jayd3nsia829]

After the disclaimer I was think there would be a decoration of British flags and all, and then you actually did it. I was like Wow.

[@skizzo8830]

I Was at a military fair and picked up an army armament l85a1 and I had to order a whole new gearbox for it I was fuming but after installing it all I was overwhelmed with it

[@nigelgreening4378]

Greta vid and review! Also I know this vid is 2 years old, but being an ex real steel user, I can’t get over the front sling loops on both being on the wrong side (left/bolt side)it’s giving me heartburn😅😅

[@diqital_aviator]

I shot the real thing today. Well, L98's. Very fun to use. Perhaps I'll consider one for Airsoft. I know the L98 isn't an L85, but they are virtually the same aside for the fact it only has a Repeat function rather than the full. This one has a few parts which differ slightly, (such as the front sling loop which I believe should be on the left) but still very realistic. There are things to consider when operating and describing, but again - it's airsoft. Very good for what it is.

[@solo_yt9015]

I love this guys videos keep it up bro 👍

[@chloedevereaux1801]

i still have my original l85 A1 in my loft from the early 90's still in its box..

[@QM2811]

@ Airsoft Mike love this as a cadet always wanted one

[@abyssPonderer]

I just got the We-tech M14 and the package didn't even have ziptie but thanks to black magic and friendship it arrive just fine. I'm super excited to field it, I just hope we-tech doesn't forget it existe, haven't been able to find mag gaskets or anything to improve gas efficiency

[@FluffCorporation]

I bought an AAL85 2 Days before UKARA came online. Always jammed on semi, but for £100, performed admirably, and better than guns 3x its cost. (But thats another story).

[@spoka2960]

We used this in army cadets, that was my only experience with holding a weapon so i am thinking of purchasing this purely because i know how to use it

[@tedcharp]

Nice. Great review Mike. Thanks

[@Calabaza-w8m]

Ok I'll give the L85a2 a shot when I get the money

[@nathanrigg2790]

"Yep - just like the real steel" Exept the A2 is fine. The A1 was the terrible version. The A1 had terrible plastic handguards, it jammed loads, and overheated easily. The A2 fixes all that.

[@svennism]

Can't fault German engineering, modifying the A1 for functionality and reliability. :)

[@PsYChOtlC_ShArK]

@svennism it's because the British M.O.D. rushed the A1 so that's why it had so many issues

[@djpacman7232]

Wah gwan bredren Mike. Big up yuhself Man! Been watching your videos, didn't know yous a fellow Jamaican.

[@sterkriger2572]

Well he’s actually British

[@djpacman7232]

@@sterkriger2572 one of the shirts he had on says he is British with Jamaican roots.

[@jayhannah2011]

Mike you well stuck some cigarettes and a litter in your grip for a quick smoke 😂😂😂

[@samoneill6733]

I think we saw a gun like this in the Doctor Who new year special "Resolution"

[@primer_rs]

“Let’s see if the locking handle works like the real thing” the real things doesn’t even work properly half the time 😂

[@papafesh4661]

Just want to say that H&K at the time was a british owned company so when they say it was the germans who fixed it in actuality we fixed

[@marcogomez8754]

I have one and am very happy just need to figure out where to get a Z mount to go with my Acog and probably zero her in

[@KY-qx9ip]

Saw someone use this with AW drum mag on the field, super crazy, He shoot from beginning to the end of the game

[@DxvinderSingh1699]

Eyy i got an l85 as well (EBB G&G ETU) and a modern british kit

[@ReaganAndLincolnFan]

Love your videos! Looking to get an SMG and I’m debating between the KWA TK45C, G&G ARP9, and the H&K UMP 45 Elite Series. I’ve seen your reviews for the first two, but I’d love to see a review by you for the UMP!

[@mbchannel1037]

Cool collections Mike 👍🏼

[@backyardgunner6038]

My SQN still has the L85A2, but we have the Daniel Defense Picatinny rail handguard. I love the A2, much prefer it the A3 🤘🏼

[@jackstm3343]

G3 was my first and last WE gbb gun

[@kolsonmaddox777]

I like the WE AK’s and the WE Thompson, the WE “Glock” G series are good too. I’ve had my G19 Gen4 for a little over a year now but it’s starting to malfunction

[@BSProductionsO7]

I've had an army Armament for a while now, and I have to say I'm glad I got it but I wouldn't recommend it. It gave me a chance to learn hands on how to fix AEGs, given it rarely works! And it does look the part to be fair, especially since I got the rail version. But bloody hell... I want one of these! Unfortunately I just spent all my money on another GBB replica... So I hope these stay in stock long enough for me to get one eventually!

[@backyardgunner6038]

Never knew you were REME! I've watched you for years and never knew ahaha. I'm currently RAF, but i'm now going to the Army. EDIT: I wonder if they'll make the A3 into a GBBR.

[@nastynecro]

Yo my boi can you wish my friend Alex a happy birthday he loves your videos it would mean the world to him thanks

[@justicegaming1285]

I fully expected to hear the James Bond theme music at the beginning lol

[@FirstnameLastname-dq5gu]

The fact the front sling loop is on the right hand side of the handguard

[@alexandersandilands2734]

Hi Mike when holding the bolt open you actually need to use the bolt release catch to hold it open as well (that’s how I’ve done it on mine anyway) I did find the older versions dovetail rail was 1mm to thin which ended up making the susat loose. I’ve changed a few external pieces on mine out and fitting RS parts which just makes it feel better

[@dansix1843]

Nonsense! You don't have to use the bolt release. The bolt lock back lever just does NOT function on this airsoft version. Or are you also going to say you have to also do that on the real version also? 😂

[@brotheracastus3400]

Used this beast in the cadets

[@brotheracastus3400]

@REAP3R -_- acf two platoon

[@dot__8216]

same marine cadets

[@matthewyoung9828]

Army cadet lcpl right here

[@harveywebb7235]

Acf Corporal right here, shits a beast to fire in urban room clearances

[@iamjames8200]

Not quite mate. L98 more like.

[@alfiepeato9107]

It’s nice on the airsoft susat that it doesn’t fog up

[@ryancleary3866]

Hurrah for the CRE

[@hammond9075]

Is there an A3 or another A2 with a rail system as the hand guard you could review? But anyways this one is super cool .

[@matthewyoung9828]

Yea that's the Daniel defence rail system for the a2 you can put it on nearly any airsoft a2

[@EnglishKiwi]

I've developed and got produced an A3 conversion kit (in black or tan) which can be fitted to the Army Armament, G&G, ICS or WE :)

[@浩阿-h1o]

Hello, I am Taiwanese. I like this British Army battle rifle L85.

[@bruhxkenshin]

0:42 YOOOOO MY FAMILY IS JAMACIAN TOO 🙌🔥😎🔥🔥🔥

[@oliverhorne4896]

Tactical Sweating. I can relate.

[@anthonyj.adventures9736]

Except for my childhood memories of the AUG and other bullpups from Die-hard i am not a fan of pup guns but this one looks good.

[@jacksonmurphy6314]

It keeps bugging me that you’re not putting the dust cap up 😂

[@bruhxkenshin]

*oden has joined the fight!* 😎🔥🔥

[@werlydon]

Please please oh pretty please review the CheyTac M200 Intervention. I'm begging rn

[@werlydon]

@@plasmaticlmao yeah and sure is has terrible accuracy, but it looks so cool

[@loganwillis4871]

Get a d d rail kit you can find airsoft versions for not a lot

[@AnthonyN3il]

Can you do a review of the lancer tactical pdw battle hawk

[@paperbackwriter...]

HEY HEY WE LOVE BRITAIN HEY HEY WE LOVE BRITAIN HEY HEY HEY HEY HEY HEY WE LOVE BRITAIN

[@viperscot1]

cool video nice to see sa80 la2 airsoft version

[@samdaviesaviationandfootba2602]

I believe, Air Cadets and Armt Cadets use these but not the air soft version of course

[@OrionHartwick]

its quite a shame the bolt lock doesn't work, that would be really nice if they fixed that

[@bullseye375]

Even the new A3 firearm is having issues right now, a pal was telling me about it who serves, I am so not surprised really why the MOD aka army just don’t get the C8 14.5inch or the commando version would suit them better and even the Magpul Emags will work in the C8, I got a load of Emags and they work fine in an AR/M4 platform perfect.

[@robertson-hall779]

Ngl that is definatly better then my old rifle went through cadets with an l85 had a few explode in my face 😂😂 God I miss those days

[@matthewyoung9828]

Ah yes a former wedge head good review bro

[@garyzucker2738]

I always thought the A2 had a different front end to the A1?

[@fatpikachu1712]

In the Army Cadet Force it was called the L98A2, not the L85. I wonder why it's different?

[@admin4airsoftmike]

The L98A2 was single shots only. No semi-auto, no full auto. You had to manually cock it for each shot. The L85A2 has semi and full auto.

[@fatpikachu1712]

@@admin4airsoftmike Ah ok. I can see why the higher ups wouldn't want teenagers holding fully automatic lethal weapons. Makes sense. Though we didn't have to cock it per shot. Just once when we loaded the mag and that was that.

[@archie7027]

L98A2 is a semi automatic rifle, no fire selector.