New ICS AK74M AEG In Development
So you're wondering what new gun ICS has been working on? Well if you've read to here then you'd probably know that ICS have been developing their very own AK74M AEG with many other AK variants to come out in the near future. They have already finished a prototype version so it won't be too long until you'll see these puppies. Expect high quality workmanship on this airsoft rifle from ICS, namely high density polymer furniture, full metal body, hi-capacity magazine and upgraded internals. I'm sure the ICS AK74M will be a sure hit for all you AK lovers out there and with all the great standard features, it's a bargain compared to slapping a Guarder conversion kit on your TM AK-47.

More Info on ICS AK74M

New GWS Custom XM8 Conversion Kit for TM G36C
A Hong Kong company name GWS will be producing complete XM8 conversion kits for the Tokyo Marui G36C AEG. These conversion kits will completely transform your G36C into the new H&K XM8 rifle, which is currently competing to replace the Colt M4 Carbine as the US Army's primary service rifle.

The GWS XM8 conversion kit includes the upper & lower reciever, 6-position telestock, carry handle with dummy optics, steel barrel and flash hider and is able to hosue a 9.6V 1100mah custom battery in the handguard. Online retailers are now accept pre-orders of these at an average price of $258 USD each. The boys at Redwolf Airsoft had inspected this kit in person at the 2005 Blackhole Show and commented that the kit was fairly well made but felt a bit "plasticky", a good first effort indeed.

Ballistic Online Airsoft Magazine from Airsoft Hawaii
Straight out of Hawaii, we would like to introduce the worlds first online airsoft magazine known as Ballistic. Airsoft Hawaii is home to a large airsoft community on the island and have hosted the Ash Bash special event that attracts airsoft players from all over the world. The Ballistic magazine is packed with lots of useful information from airsoft reviews, news, articles and tips. Best of all it is absolutely free!

This months issue features an interview with Arnie of Arnies Airsoft, TM VSR-10 Review, KWA USP Compact Review, 6mm Airsoft BB Comparison and Gerirarira's Team Profile. Definately go check it out.

Ballistic Jan 2005 Issue

Tsunami Victims Need Your Help Now Please Donate
I'm sure most of you have heard about what happened in South East Asia. A big underwater earthquake sparked a series of large Tsunamis that devastated parts of South East Asia and Eastern Africa. The death toll has reached over 160,000. and is constantly rising with many people still missing.

I was in Bangkok 2 days before it happened, the horrific images that I saw on TV in Hong Kong were unbearable, dead bodies lying all over place, children being dragged away from their families and lots of courageous people helping others and treating the wounded. These people really need your help now. Hundreds of thousands of people are left homeless, starving and subceptible to disease. Please do your part to help these people and make a donation with any of the following organizations. Thank you so much.

The following is a short poem written by one of my personal friends who is part of the airsoft community in B.C. He was on the beach in Phuket when the tsunami hit, not only did he survive, but he helped many people who lost their loved ones and served as a translator at his hotel which became a crisis shelter. Our hearts go out to all the people affected by this tragic disaster and may the dead rest in peace.

A fastidious storm
Borne without warn.
Waves crashing thru the hollow.
And they know not wreak .
what nature seeks.
And the devistation that wrought follows.
Tis the almighty come.
The scores become peoples dead.
Heads in a whirl.
Asleep in their heads.
Startled awake by groaning sounds.

And in the end be leveled.
And the squallored be so bare.
A silent town of ghosts and splinters.
And amid the leveled crys and moans and whispers.
Lie shock and bitter dispare.
As if of God and nature.
In hand in hand they plan.
Natures way of balance and weight.
Life and death walk hand in hand.

It is tragic that we only come together as people when enough people have died to tell us to look at our own humanity. The best in us rises from the worst that happens to us. Mothers and daughters, fathers and sons of those who lost their lives in that December morning, be at peace.

Dec 26, 2004 - Don't Forget

Western Arms Smith & Wesson 1911 SCW
Western Arms will be releasing the new Smith & Wesson 1911 variant with its Shibuya Custom Works system. I know this may not seem like anything special after all the 1911 variants WA has made to date, but this pistol marks a new relationship between Western Arms and Smith & Wesson and we may see WA producing more Smith & Wesson models in the near future.

Japan Blackhole Airsoft Gunshow Report at RR
The boys at Renegade Recon have posted reports at the annual Jan 2005 Blackhole Airsoft Gunshow in Japan. For those of you who are unfamiliar with this event, it is one of Japan's largest gunshow that happens once every year and showcases new airsoft products, militaria and other related items. The reports include some news about the TM M14, a completely new Ver II mechbox design by Taiwanese manufacturers and other interesting new products from ANGS and CAW.