New Tokyo Marui Indoor CQB Airsoft Field Now Open!
The premier airsoft manufacturer Tokyo Marui have just opened up their very own indoor airsoft CQB field in Japan. The TM BB Sports Field features a 1000 square meter playing area that is full 3D objects and obstacles providing tons of cover and places to hide. The coolest thing is, the lighting is adjustable so you can play scenarios in the light aswell as the simluated low light conditions. There are also specially trained staff that are knowledgeable in police tactics who can offer you expert advise to improve your skills, especially for close quarter firefights. This new field has been open since Sept 9th and is now already conducting regular airsoft games. For more information check out www.tokyo-marui.co.jp

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New VFC H&K 416 LE Carbine AEG
Vega Force Company (VFC) will be releasing a full metal airsoft version of the H&K 416 Carbine in November and Airsplat will be the first ones in the USA to have them available. The H&K 416 is H&K's version of the AR-15 and it a highly praised rifle in the real steel community, especially known for its incredible reliability, accuracy and quality. The VFC H&K 416 carbine will have full H&K markings aswell as a full metal reciever, integrated rail interface unit and free floating one piece outer barrel. The retail price should be roughly in the mid $300 USD price range.

New MAGPUL PTS Ranger Plate for M16 Magazines
Introducing the new Ranger Magplate for airsoft by Magpul Porfessional Training and Simulation Division. The MAGPUL PTS Ranger magplate is designed specifically for airsoft M16/M4 300 round high capacity magazines. It is fully compatible with all Marui, Classic Army, G&G and Airsoft Elite M16 magazines and is available in Black, Olive Drab or Dark Earth. Magpul also offers their own airsoft hi-capacity magazines that come with the Ranger magplate.

The PQAC Rises from the Ashes
After being in sleep mode for a while, the boys at PQAC are coming out of hybernation and resuming its activities. Raven finally got off his ass and secured the Flag Ship field @ RIGAUD Mountain for the next couple of years. Next time when you see him, you'll notice his slimmer appearance. He had to leave his left nut for a small deposit that Warzone needed.

Q.WELL WHAT ABOUT RAVENS CRAZY SCHEDULE, how will the PQAC run games on a regular basis?
A. With 4 admins, the PQAC doesn’t have to count on Raven only to run games.

The PQAC HQ will be offering regular gaming year round, like in the good’ol days! This means Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter!............ Keep your eyes on the PQAC webpage www.pqacairsoft.com for schedule updates and news from the Quebec and Ottawa regions. Organizers, check out in a few weeks the new section that will be added for Game Operators.

So when is the first game you ask?...... We will be having the PQAC REUNION game on September 16, 2006 (Saturday), the format will consists of small scenarios to get everyone crawling around the entire site… so we can see how it has evolved since our last game! All are welcome. You may register here, or shortly this week on the PQAC Website www.pqacairsoft.com game details will be posted on the PQAC website this week.

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New Planet Airsoft Forums Community Needs You
We've just finish seting up the new Planet Airsoft Forums for the site from scratch and we desperately need of new and veteran airsoft players around the world to sign up and participate. Due some unfortunate events, we had lost all the data of from the old forums, it really was hard for the site since it was just starting to become very active and helpful thanks to the contribution of the members.

We would like to welcome airsoft players from all around the world to be a part of the Planet Airsoft community. So please sign up if you aren't already a member on the Planet Airsoft Forums , what are you waiting for? Register now!

New Hurricane Replica Eotech Holosight
Hurricane has just released a full metal replica of the popular military EOTECH holographic sight. This sight is digitally adjusted and can be set to either red of green standard crosshair. Operates just like the real EOTECH sight. Press the UP button and the unit turns on. Press the UP and DOWN buttons to adjust intensity, or the middle W button to change between red and green holographic pattern. Press both buttons at the same time and the unit will turn off. The Hurricane 551 Holosight is available from Redwolf Airsoft for $178.00 USD

Key features include:
- Red & Green color digitally changeable standard crosshair.
- 20 level brightness adjustment.
- Low power indicator.
- 2 hours auto shut down.
- UV tempered lens.
- Moisture Resistant design.
- Battery: LR44 Alkaline button cell x4
- Full metal construction

New Hurricane VITAL-2 Laser Module for M1913 Rail
This is the new Hurricane Vital-2 Laser with micro computer control and an industrial laser module. It comes with interchangeable paddle/remote switches, and uses just two AA batteries to operate. It features a zero adjustment and has a selectable high/low cqb illumination. The laser has three modes: continuous aimer/slow pulse aimer/fast pulse aimer, and the power of the laser is fully adjustable too. The Vital-2 Laser has a throw lever mount, and has an indicator for when the power is low. Fits M1913 Rail. The Hurricane Vital-2 is available from Redwolf Airsoft for $137.50 USD.

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New Arms Airsoft Website
Just wanted to let you guys know that the guys at Airsoft Armouries have renamed themselves and are now officially known as Arms Airsoft. And what better way to compliment a new name than a brand new website. Arms Airsoft offers a large selection of premium airsoft guns, parts and accessories at very competitive prices and they ship internationally. This company has always been known for their professional service and high quality products and now they have a new name and a new website, just wonderful!

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New Xtreme Precision Airsoft Website
Xtreme Precision have just uploaded their newest website and I must say it looks fantastic. The Vancouver based airsoft retailer has been serving the locals and airsofters all across Canada since day 1 and now they back with a brand new website in order to serve us even better. The new website has a ton of cool features not strictly for shopping, like the photo gallery sectionw here you can upload your own photos from your latest skirmish and many more. Be sure to check out their newest arrivals of airsoft guns and accessories!

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New QD Eotech 553 Holographic Sight
Eotech just released their latest version of the high successful and effective 552 holosight. The new Eotech 553 has an integrated dual throw lever quick release mount for quick tooless mounting as required by US SOCOM requirements. If you've ever seen one of these EOTECH holosights in person you'd know how great they are and it is definately one of the best quick aquisition weapon sights available. The 553 is basically just an improvement on an already great design. The protective cover has been reshaped, it lasts longer and it can go deeper underwater than previous models. You will definately be seeing these bad boys on the weapons of soldiers and law enforcement personnel very soon. The Eotech 553 Holosight is available from Botach Tactical for $579 USD.

Eotech 553 Holographic Sight Features
Optics:Transmission holography – 100% parallax free
Magnification: 1x
Eye Relief: Unlimited
Length/Width/Height: 4.9”x1.8”x2.8”
Weight: 12.3 oz
Temperature: -40 to 150 F
Waterproof: Submersible to 66 ft depth
Sealing: Fogproof internal optics
Color/Finish: Flat Dark Earth (non-reflective black on some small components)
Adjustment (per click): 0.5 MOA (1/2” at 100 yds)
Adjustment Range: +/- 40 MOA travel
Mount: USSOCOM requirements dictated dual quick release throw levers designed specifically for the Picatinny (MIL-STD-1913) mounting rail
Return to Zero: Repeatable to 1 MOA after re-mounting
Optical Surfaces: Anti-glare coating
Window Dimensions: 1.20” x 0.85” (30 x 23mm)
Window Material: Shatter resistant laminate (3/16” thick)
Field of View (100 yds): 30 yds (28m) at a 4” eye relief
Standard Reticle: 65MOA circle with quadrant ticks with 1 MOA aiming dot
Brightness Adjustment Range: 110,000: 1 brightest to lowest
Night Vision Brightness Range: 1000: 1 with NV switch engaged
Power Source: 2 x 123 lithium batteries
Battery Life: 1100 continuous hours at nominal setting 12
Brightness Settings: 30 settings with scrolling feature (10 settings for NV use)
Auto Battery Check Indicator: Flashing reticle upon start-up
Auto Shut-down: At 8 hrs- programmable to 4 hrs

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