Troy and VTAC rails.

Troy Industries is famous for manufacturing advanced small arms components and accessories for the US Government.
Their products are widely used by military, law enforcement, special forces, and civilian hobbyists.

Madbull Airsoft proudly works with Troy Industries to adapt Troy's innovative designs for Airsoft rifles.
Madbull's licensed rails are quality checked by Troy to ensure a high level of realism and build quality.

The TRX free-float Battle Rail is a new handguard system from Troy Industries with a special rotary locking mechanism.

Product Features:
3 Bonus Quick-Attach Rail Sections
New state of the art rotary locking system by Troy Industries
Proprietary patent pending one-piece design by Troy Industries
True U.S. Military Specification M1913 rails
Free floating design that enhances accuracy*
T6-6061 Aluminum Construction
Black anodize (Real steal is Military level III hard coat with Teflon coating)
Blocked gas pipe tunnel to prevent mis-use on real guns






Viking Tactics (VTAC) is directed by Kyle Lamb, a well-known retired tier-one special forces operative.

The VTAC Extreme Battle Rail are designed by Viking Tactics (VTAC) and manufactured by Troy Industries. It is an one-piece, free floating rail for AR15 systems.
The unique lightweight design helps reduce heat transfer and allows for a faster target acquisition.

The rail is easy to install and features an uninterrupted top M1913 rail that allows the mounting of optics and backup iron sights.

Product Features:
3 Bonus Quick-Attach Rail Sections
New state of the art rotary locking system by Troy Industries
Proprietary patent pending one-piece design by Troy Industries
True U.S. Military Specification M1913 rails
Free floating design that enhances accuracy*
T6-6061 Aluminum Construction
Black anodize (Real steal is Military level III hard coat with Teflon coating)
Blocked gas pipe tunnel to prevent mis-use on real guns


More info & photos: www.madbull.com/battlerail

Madbull News! New RECCE Rifle Recoil AEG project!

New Madbull Accessory: HITMAN® Compensator for SOCOMGEAR and WE 1911 style Airsoft pistols. Matte Black / Brushed Silver Finish

Compensators are generally used to redirect propellant gases which effectively counters both recoil and unwanted barrel rise. Compensator are very useful for both combat and competition shooting scenarios.

This compensator is constructed of high grade aluminum, Made in Taiwan, and weighs in at only 1 ounce. Reign down your vengeance on your opponents with these sleek compensators for your 1911 series Airsoft pistol!

Baer Ultimate Recon

Fully licensed Baer Ultimate Recon w/ one mag and one extra 1911 golfball dimple grip OR streamline dimple grip.


Features:
» Accurate Replica of Baer 1911 Ultimate Recon 5”
» Green Gas or CO2 Powered
» Compatible with KJW CO2 magazine (Optional CO2 power).
» 25+1 Rds BB Capacity


More info & photos: http://tinyurl.com/3nn38gb

Coming Soon: Fully Licensed Keltec PMR30 from SOCOM GEAR

Madbull CW to CCW adaptor

The forthcoming CW to CCW adapter will allow you to use CCW threaded accessories on your CW threaded guns!
Once again, Madbull makes your life easier! No need to thank them, they do it out of love.


Well, that is what they said anyway...

MSA™ (MOE® SLING ATTACHMENT)

The MSA™ attaches directly to the MOE Hand Guard, providing a forward sling attachment point for the Magpul MS2™, MS3™ and other clip-in sling systems. Like the RSA™, the MSA is precision cast steel, and is Melonite™ finished for wear and corrosion resistance.

- Designed specifically for use with MOE Hand Guards
- Durable steel construction
- Melonite™ QPQ finish

As with all Magpul accessories, the MSA is designed and manufactured in the U.S.A.

The MSA is now shipping to Magpul retailers. 

Madbull is proud to announce...

Madbull is proud to announce the first Noveske MUR upper receiver and lower receiver combination available for Airsoft. This product is Coming Soon.

Features:
Noveske MUR upper receiver (CNC 6061 Aluminum)
Noveske M4 lower receiver (Casting Aluminum)
Authentic Noveske Rifleworks deep engraving
Noveske Rifleworks is exclusively licensed by Madbull Airsoft

More product photos & info: http://madbull.com/noveskemur

About Noveske Rifleworks:
Noveske Rifleworks is a globally respected rifle maker based in Grants Pass, Oregon.
Their first patented design, the Noveske KX3, is the must-have compensator for all Airsoft collectors.
Noveske Rifleworks is also well-known for its stainless steel heavy barrel for accurate shooting.
www.noveske.com

Madbull Airsoft (HD) - Daniel Defense RIS II RAIL 4.0" KIT

Check out this Video about the Daniel Defense CQB 4" rail kit with tight bore barrel!

Daniel Defense SA80 /L85 handguard rails

Daniel Defense SA80 /L85 handguard rails are the best-known American designed rail system adopted by the British Army.
The original Daniel Defense rails are made of high strength Aircraft Aluminum with extreme light weight design and maximum mounting capacity. In the past few years, we

have seen many Daniel Defense rails on SA80 / L85 used by British troops in Afghanistan, Iraq, and other conflicts.

MadBull proudly produces the only fully licensed Airsoft replica Daniel Defense SA80/ L85 rails for SA80/L85 users.
Our rail is compatible with WE L85 / G&G L85 and ICS L85 using one of our many available adapters. 

The Star Ares L85 adapter is also coming soon.

Features:
Fully licensed by Daniel Defense
High strength T6-6061 Aluminum with black anodized finish
External 1:1 copies
Users need to buy adapters to fit on different brands. Adapters are optional.

MAGPUL MOE+ and MOE-K GRIPS NOW AVAILABLE

The newest additions to the Magpul Original Equipment (MOE) line, the MOE+ Grip and MOE-K Grip, are now shipping.


The MOE+ is a drop-in replacement for the AR15/M16 pistol grip featuring a wrap-around rubber over mold for added user comfort and maximum weapon control, interchangeable storage core options, and a hard polymer base to prevent snags and damage to the grip. Say goodbye to the days of DIY grip tape; this ergonomic design and rubberized texture are ready for adverse environments straight out of the box. Reinforced body construction and our proprietary polymer guarantee reliability, durability, and functionality. All mounting hardware included.


The MOE-K is a slim profile, compact grip with a grip angle optimized for use on Personal Defense Weapon (PDW) AR-16/M-16 configurations. The more vertical grip angle improves comfort and control on rifles that bring the primary hand in closer to the shooter's body or body armor. The slim profile also makes it an excellent choice for shooters who prefer a smaller grip circumference. As with all Magpul accessories, these grips are designed and manufactured in the U.S.A.


The MOE+ is currently available in black. The MOE-K is available in all four colors.


Both grips are shipping to Magpul retailers, and the MOE-K can be purchased from the Magpul store.

New From Madbull: Licensed Daniel Defense 4" Lite Rail KIT

Product Details: 
Kit includes: 4" pistol length Rail, 7" outer barrel, and 153mm Madbull Black Python tight bore barrel for easy installation.

The innovative Daniel Defense AR15 Lite Rail 4.0 system gives the weapon system an uninterrupted upper rail platform and also allows the Armorer to install the rail system with simplified alignment to the upper receiver. Not only does this battle proven system provide features that no other rail system possesses, but it is also the lightest rail system available.

Features:

• Ideal for CQB situations
• Free Floating Barrel Design
• Uninterrupted Upper Rail Platform
• Aircraft Grade Aluminum
• Hardened Steel Barrel Nut
• Grade 8 Military Specification Fasteners
• Mil-Spec 1913 Picatinny Rails
• Black and FDE Tan

More info & photos: http://madbull.com/ddlite4kit/

Please contact your local Airsoft retailer for availability and pricing.

Madbull Airsoft's New Licensors

Madbull Airsoft is continuously acquiring licensing from firearms and firearms accessories manufacturers, allowing us to bring higher quality and realism to our Airsoft products.


Recently, we have signed exclusive licensing agreements with three high-profile accessories manufacturers,
Stark Equipment (Manchester, NH), Strike Industries (Santa Ana, CA), and Spike's Tactical (Apopka, FL).


STARK EQUIPMENT CORP. is a designer and manufacturer of durable and ergonomic AR-15 tactical grips, including the SE-1 pistol grip and SE-3 vertical fore grip. Stark Equipment is headquartered in Manchester, NH.
» www.starkequipment.com


STRIKE INDUSTRIES is based in Santa Ana, California. Their product line up of firearm accessories includes slim style 1911 grips, as well as AR-15, vertical foregrip, pistol grip, and trigger guard designs.
» www.strikeindustries.com


SPIKE’S TACTICAL is a well known designer and builder of AR-15 receivers are free float handguard rail systems based in Florida. The fearsome Spike’s Tactical spider logo is respected around the world.
» www.spikestactical.com

Licensed GEMTECH Barrel Extension

FEATURES:

• Quick-detach design, attach and remove in under 15-seconds
• Super matte Matte Black Oxide finish
• Made of durable-rugged aluminum, durable yet nimble
• Authentic GEMTECH laser engravings
• Only true external 1:1 GEMTECH HALO replica, 7.2" length x 1.5" diameter
• Super lightweight weighing in at only 7.5 ounces
• New 2011 version features enhanced more-aggressive closer
• Fully licensed product by GEMTECH

MORE INFO & PHOTOS:
http://tinyurl.com/4xytnx4

SOCOM GEAR Black Ops Pistol Video and Madbull: Stark Equipment SE-3 Vertical Foregrip Grip

SOCOM GEAR - Black Ops Double Stack Pistol, with extra magazine. 

This pistol was conceived and designed in conjunction with veteran players and collectors looking to extend their down range capacity and mimic the custom feel and experience of professional shooters and experts. If you have ever held a double stack .45 the feeling is mutual.

What separates this Hi-CAPA design from others is its realistic, clean and subtle custom design distinguishing it as a pistol meant to look more than just a toy, but an accurate portrayal of the real thing (the preference of veteran pro players). This is by far the most realistic feeling and functioning custom hi-capa airsoft pistol on the market today.

Specifications:
* Hop Up: Adjustable
* Muzzle Velocity: 300~330 fps
* Magazine Capacity: 25+1 (comes with 2 Magazines!) / 50+ rounds downrange!

Features:
* Realistic Field Strip
* Adjustable Rear Sight
* Double Stack Magazine
* Functional Slide Safety
* Functional Slide Release
* Removable Tactical Rail for Accessories
* Functional Grip Safety w/ Beaver Tail
* Large gas capacity
* Realistic double stack .45 feel and grip

Check out the pistol at socomgear.com (link below):
http://tinyurl.com/3u226qx

The SE-3 Vertical Foregrip has been designed to enhance weapon control, reinforce accurate shooting form and support multiple hand positions. 
The SE-3 attaches easily and securely to tactical rail systems. The SE-3 is fully ambidextrous with a flared base, providing a secure grip which accommodates all hand sizes. 

FEATURES
- The SE-3 is also available with a switch pocket for weapon mounted accessories
- Textured surfaces for a reliable grip
- Resistant to weather extremes, chemical exposure and abuse
- Includes a Grip Plug for storage inside the grip
- Standard Colors: Available in Black, Earth and Green

See all colors and additional info:
http://tinyurl.com/3npwdne

Rails review and BBs

Airsoft Community Italy (ASC Italy) has written a detailed review of our PWS Mk110 Rail:

You can read the review here: http://tinyurl.com/4yz4tqj
Product information: http://tinyurl.com/3j42zqt

The MK1 series, developed by Primary Weapons Systems, is a significant product improvement for the M4/M16-type carbines and rifles. 
Utilizing our proven long stroke piston system, the MK1 series greatly reduces fouling in the action of the weapon making it as reliable as the AK47 that it was designed after.

The MK1 series has been used in Iraq and Afghanistan, and has gained wide popularity with security personnel, law enforcement and civilians alike.

All your BBs are belong to Madbull!


Video Description:
Madbull's bbs go from .2s all the way to .48s! Madbull has the widest selection and highest quality making them the most popular bbs with luxury performance.

•Dark Knight Tracer bbs (Night play in conjunction with tracer unit)
•Match Grade (For pro veteran's who want the best bb on the market)
•Bio BB (For the environmentally conscious and outdoor players)
•Precision Grade (Most popular bb, performance vs. cost, the best there is)
•10kg (Gaining huge popularity, for pro teams and parties, EPIC)
•Heavy Weight Sniper bbs (For target practice, training, and for fields who allow heavier sniper airsoft weapons)

Always check your field rules first before purchasing any bbs!

Whether you are a beginner or a pro veteran Madbull has the bb for you! (And maybe even some you didn't even know we had!)

SOCOM GEAR: Licensed Doublestar 1911 Combat Pistol

NOW AVAILABLE FOR ORDER BY DISTRIBUTORS

SOCOM Gear is proud to present the fully licensed Double Star Corp. Combat Pistol.
The original handgun by DSC is designed to be a match quality 1911 at a production price.  SOCOM Gear brings you the airsoft version with authentic DSC engravings on both sides of the slide and lower frame. The airsoft DSC even goes as far as replicating the correct trigger, slide serrations, sights, and unique lower rail design. The deep DSC engravings are a beautiful addition, both the Double Star logo and .45 ACP markings are stunning.

The DSC Combat Pistol will be available in 3 packages:

• DSC Combat Pistol with standard grips
• DSC Combat Pistol with golf ball dimple grips and custom compensator
• DSC Combat Pistol with American flag pattern and custom compensator

Package 2 and 3 feature an aggressive yet streamline mock compensator, gives airsoft 1911s a fresh new look. Along with the mock compensator package 2 and 3 feature real gun grips, made of materials similar to G10 these grips are made to the toughest specifcations and are extremely tough. Available in golf ball and classic American flag patterns.
Features:

• Full metal frame
• Enhanced removable sights
• Ambi-safeties
• Authentic serrated slide
• Authentic trigger
• Authentic 1913 picatinny rail design
• Authentic deep engravings
• Steel made thread adapter for barrel extensions

More information / photos: http://tinyurl.com/3dmtr9z

Noveske outer barrels by Madbull and Omega X Rail by Daniel Defense

The officially licensed Noveske outer barrels are modeled after Noveske’s own line of stainless steel barrels that are highly regarded by shooters for their high quality constructions and polygonal rifling.  The original Noveske Rifleworks stainless steel barrels have a bead blasted finish and bull barrel design. With lengths starting from the 7.5” Diplomat to the 18” SPR barrel, the Madbull Airsoft fully licensed Noveske Rifleworks barrels are great additions to your custom airsoft collection.

I am looking forward to getting my hands on one of these.  I am really wanting to get a v2 M4 style gun now!

MadBull Omega X Rails feature an easy upgrade platform, high strength, and a unique thinner profile allowing more ergonomic handling. It features a continuous upper rail platform along with integrated sling swivels. Integrated sling mounts also feature limited rotation and ambidextrous points.

Features:
•Free Floating Barrel Design
•Uninterrupted Upper Rail Platform
•Integrated Sling Swivel Attachment Points with limited rotation
•Aircraft Grade Aluminum
•Mil-Spec 1913 Picatinny Rails
•Narrow profile for enhanced ergonomics
•Removable lower for easier FSP (front sight post) installation (12")


Specifications:
•Precision CNC machined
•Aircraft Grade 6061 Aluminum
•Matte Hard Coat Anodized finish

Madbull DD and PWS Barrel Nut Wrenches

In this video we see the new Madbull - DD and PWS Barrel Nut Wrenches.  These look to be pretty handy! 

X-Factor Pistons from Madbull

New X-Factor Pistons from Madbull feature 7 heat treated steel teeth, three lubricant grooves for maximum lubrication,
and a segmented piston guide to reduce friction.

They are specially designed for performance AEGs.

For more information, visit: http://www.madbull.com/xfactorpistons

SOCOM Gear has new toys!

Got this in my email today:

Three new pistols coming soon from SOCOM Gear. Stay tuned for more info!

Thanks,
SOCOM Gear

One step closer to defeating SB798

California Senate Bill 798 was introduced by Senator Kevin de Leon (http://sd22.senate.ca.gov/) and passed the Senate Public Safety Committee by a 3 to 2 vote on March 26. This bill, if passed, would prohibit "the sale, manufacture, transportation, receipt, or distribution of imitation firearms for commercial purposes" unless "the entire exterior surface of the device is white, bright red, bright orange, bright yellow, bright green, bright blue, bright pink, or bright purple, either singly or as the predominant color in combination with other colors in any pattern, as provided by federal regulations governing imitation firearms, or where the entire device is constructed of transparent or translucent materials which permits unmistakable observation of the device's complete contents, as provided by federal regulations
governing imitation firearms."


http://www.leginfo.ca.gov/pub/11-12/bill/sen/sb_0751-0800/sb_798_bill_20110413_amended_sen_v97.pdf

The Bill was sent back to the Senate Public Safety Committee last week after the first reading to the house.  Today the bill was pulled from consideration by  Senator de Leon after it looked like it might fail to leave the Senate Public Safety Committee for consideration by the full assembly.


Please see this article on Capitol Public Radio's website:  http://www.capradio.org/articles/2011/06/21/assembly-committee-says-bb-gun-bill-misses-mark  


THIS DOES NOT MEAN THE BILL IS DEAD...  not yet anyway.  They have until Monday to resubmit the bill.  If that deadline passes, they then have until January to resubmit a modified version of the bill.  Then they do have the option to submit a new bill after that at any time.


This does mean that we are one step closer to seeing SB798 die on the vine!


Thank you to anyone who pitched in and supported the campaign against this bill.


The Gobbo

No on SB 798!

Please go to http://www.pyramydair.com/SB798.shtml and sign this petition!

Eye-pro and masks

Airsoft is a great sport and a lot of fun, but you NEED the right equipment to make sure you don't get hurt!

Number 1 on the list is Eye Protection [called Eye-Pro by a lot of the players and industry].  This is primarily full seal goggles or shooting glasses.  I highly recommend the goggles myself.  Goggles like the ones on the left are sold for shooting, paintball and airsoft.  they are designed to give good peripheral vision and are impact rated to ANSI impact standard z.87.1.  http://www.ansi.org/  The impact rating is the most important part of the eye-pro as this determines if they will hold up to the impact of a BB or not.  Goggles come in dozens [if not hundreds] of different styles.  You can get them in a mesh covering, or even with fans to keep them from fogging.

OUCH!

Masks are also common and recommended for anyone who may want to keep a shot to the mouth from chipping a tooth or giving you a new piercing.  Masks come in a bunch of styles too.  Mesh masks, and paintball masks as well as other styles in weird and funky styles.

Mesh goggles

You can even find some that make you wonder about the sanity of the person using the mask...

Gobbo and the world of Airsoft Part II

What is Airsoft?

Well Wiki defines Airsoft as:

Airsoft is a recreational activity in which participants eliminate opponents by hitting each other with round non-metallic pellets launched via replica firearms.  Usually 6mm biodegradable plastic BBs.

Gameplay varies in style and composition but often range from short-term skirmishes, organized scenarios, military simulations, or historical reenactments. Combat situations on the battlefield often involve the use of common military tactics to achieve objectives set in each game. Participants typically emulate the tactical equipment and accessories used by modern military and police organizations.

Shot to the teeth

An airsoft gun is simply a BB gun which is designed to fire plastic BBs and not metal BBs or pellets.  They are used in MilSim [military simulation] and scenario games.  You dress in camouflage and shoot at each other.  These are NOT TOYS!!!!  Yes, they sell them at wal*mart and other retail locations, but these can be very dangerous and should not be given to kids to play with in their backyards or public parks.  Eye protection is critical and face masks are highly recommended as these guns can fire a BB at up to 500+ FPS [not that most do with out extreme modification] and a shot to the eye or tooth CAN have permanent damaging effects!

There are 4 basic types of guns that are made for airsoft, these are Springers, CO2, AEG, and Gas pistols.  Let's go over all of them.

Spring powered clear pistol

Springers

Spring powered guns are very common, these are the ones you usually find at Wal*mart, Sporting Goods stores and many online stores.  Springers are relatively weak, and usually made of lower grade plastics, although some spring shotguns and sniper rifles can be very powerful and shoot at velocities of 400–700 FPS.  Many are clear, but not all are, and not every clear gun is spring powered.  Most of these guns require you to re-cock the spring mechanism before every shot and tend to be loud.  They have a very minimal rate of fire and tend to not hold up to any serious play.  This is not to say you can not use them in actual MilSim [lord knows I have been shot by springers in game] and any hit is a kill!  Springers come man many models and run from pistols all the way up to sniper rifles.  These also tend to be smaller scale than other airsoft, so you may find your sniper rifle is only 2/3 scale instead of a 1:1 scale.

CO2 airsoft pistol

CO2 powered Guns

CO2 is compressed Carbon Dioxide that usually comes in small cartridges that are inserted into the airsoft gun.  CO2 guns have a higher FPS than springers and can be very effective in games as one cartridge can power many more shots than gas pistols.  These guns are sold are Sporting goods stores and airsoft retailers.  Some of these guns are "blow back" and some are not.  We will discus that term later.  The nice thing about this type of gun is the cost of a CO2 cartridge is much less than the cost of Green Gas used in blowback pistols.

AEG in action

AEG [Automatic Electric Guns]

AEGs are the most commonly uses Airsoft gun on use by airsoft players.  They are powered by a battery, similar to the ones in RC cars to power a motor that compresses air through a piston.  These guns tend to b e very customizable, have very high rates of fire and while they can be clear bodied, they tend to be one to one scale replicas of actual guns.  These guns can have very high rates of fire and can use some very large capacity magazines [500+ rounds in some cases].  The nice thing about AEGs is the fact you can change out the gears, springs and barrel easier than most of the other guns and they can be as cheap as $35.00 for AEG pistols all the way up to $3,000.00 for a replica Mini-gun.  

Gas blow back pistol

Gas Pistols

Now, there are other gas guns than pistols, there are gas rifles, but these are not very common.  I have seen a few and they may well be the way of the future, but no one really knows for sure right now.  Gas pistols use green gas [propane which has had the "scent" removed and silicone oil added to it to help keep the gun functional] to propel the BBs from the gun.  Gas pistols are very common and most people have one as a "secondary" in case some one bum rushes their position while they are changing magazines.

Lets go over a couple things I have brought up in a little more detail:

• Blow back - This term is used to describe an airsoft weapon that has recoil like its real steel equivalent.  It uses gas or a mechanical means to give the gun a realistic action.  the most common type is the gas blow back pistol.
• BBs - The BBs used in airsoft are 6mm and most outdoor fields require biodegradable BBs.  The range in weight from .20 grams at the low end and go up to higher weights for sniper rifles and DMR [dedicated marksman rifles].  Most people use about .25 gram [at least locally].

Next post I will try to go over safety equipment and CQB [Close Quarters Battle].

Gobbo and the world of Airsoft!

To say I have hobbies, is like saying the Earth has some trees.  New to my list of excitement is the hobby known as Airsoft.  What is airsoft you ask?  Airsoft is like paintball, if paintball guns looked real and fired 6mm Biodegradable plastic BBs.  So like Paintball, only cool.

Ok, enough slamming of paintball.  I used to play Semi-pro Paintball back in my pre-Army days.  I LOVED paintball.  I used to play every Sunday for 4 years on a team called Aggravated Assault.  We played a few tournaments and even won one.

So when I had friends recently ask me if I wanted to come out to try airsoft, I thought, "Why not.  I loved paintball!"

Magpul PST Masada ACR and M4 variants. 

Airsoft guns do not look like paintball markers, with huge 250 round gravity feed hoppers on top and big tanks to propel the paintballs.  Airsoft guns look real.  They look like M-4's and AK-47s and Glock pistols and even Miniguns!  They can selectively fire in semi-automatic or full-auto.  The use magazines to feed the BBs and they use Battery packs or "Green Gas" to propel the bbs at up to 400 fps [feet per second] and use BBs ranging in weight from .20 gram up to .43 gram [for sniper rifles] or higher.

In my next posting I will go over what the difference in an AEG, Gas Blowback, Springer and CO2 guns is and what airsoft is really like.