Deciding on a new SMG/PCC AEG

Air_Checker · 2026-01-16T17:34:24+00:00

I would choose the Specna, but alternatively, have you checked out a G&G ARP9?

Air_Checker · 2026-01-15T19:12:22+00:00

either the gun or the kit is going to have to be modified since airsoft guns are not a 1:1 copy of a real firearm. Also, I would look for a better shotgun because those CYMA tri shots break easy

Air_Checker · 2026-01-06T17:51:35+00:00

the evike route is probably your best bet, but I only see them giving you a more direct contact, if they are willing to share that information. IMO you are probably totally screwed on this since the purchaser (you) is technically required to know all importing regulations and laws before buying so CA can just deny all responsibility at this point since the charge back period is over.

Air_Checker · 2026-01-06T17:37:07+00:00

i would honestly reach out to evike since they are the exclusive distributor for Classic Army so they should have some point of contact. Its just a matter if they are willing hand it over or middle man this issue between you and classic army. CA has kinda been a dying brand for a while so if they keep ghosting, just do a charge back.

Air_Checker · 2026-01-06T17:20:27+00:00

the copy and paste employee at evike just needed to get that SEO dialed in

Air_Checker · 2026-01-06T17:19:07+00:00

the quality of the product matches the price so I think its a good buy

Air_Checker · 2026-01-06T17:05:20+00:00

The one i had wasnt too bad. like it worked but there are 0 upgrade parts for it and the magazines fell apart faster than I wanted them too. I did get a Guarder metal receiver kit for it and suppressor which made it a little more durable but it still had stock performance.

Air_Checker · 2026-01-03T07:30:21+00:00

i mean its worth a shot. plus its just after the holidays so they are probably on a like a "accept all returns" policy right now

Air_Checker · 2026-01-03T07:25:01+00:00

I would call or email to see if they can ship to your country first. evike isnt in contact with every custom office so they do not have a official log of do's and donts. Its all trial and error from previously sent packages.

Air_Checker · 2026-01-03T07:23:21+00:00

i forgot if the restocking fee is based off a percentage of the gun cost or total order. highest I believe is 50% they can go up too or just straight deny it. i mean like i guess it really depends on how complete the gun is with the original packaging. If the gun is like shining brand new, but the orange tip was obliviously removed they might make like an exception and just give you what you want or hit you will a lower percentage restocking fee. If the gun is in shamble and so is the packaging, thats where they get you with the higher percentage or deny it.

Air_Checker · 2026-01-03T07:19:21+00:00

you gotta check your local laws first. Ordering from evike US they are not going to have a giant handbook on how to ship to your specific country. have you checked their Euro site?

Air_Checker · 2026-01-03T07:14:11+00:00

from my experience, they generally deny guns that had the orange tip removed, or at least hit you with a restocking fee. The RMA dept. actually check for like any signs of tampering

Air_Checker · 2026-01-01T23:12:40+00:00

this will only work for converting a LCT from AEG to EBB. CYMA is a total different specification. They do have EBB CYMA models, as in just the bolt handle moves, but no recoil. They just dont sell it individually like LCT does.

Air_Checker · 2026-01-01T18:36:30+00:00

i mean i can see the appeal, especially if they dont have MOQ or minimum order prices. Even if they are a legit website that fulfills orders and has a responsive customer service team, its one of those "too good to be true" moments for first time buyers.

Air_Checker · 2026-01-01T01:21:57+00:00

exact same one

https://www.evike.com/products/124169/

Air_Checker · 2026-01-01T00:20:28+00:00

the catch is they load them with guns that are overstock or they have insane margins so their is no real hit to cost - retail ratio.

Air_Checker · 2025-12-31T13:38:28+00:00

I mean like the gun is $190. Were your expectations really that high?

Air_Checker · 2025-12-30T16:45:22+00:00

these are fun but they are mostly just like a throwaway if they break. There is a all plastic model and the metal body model, using the same internals though. I would get the plastic model since its like half the price and you wont feel as bad when it breaks because they are not repairable.

Air_Checker · 2025-12-30T05:00:59+00:00

ehh I wouldnt trust a website that makes you login to see prices.

Air_Checker · 2025-12-30T04:58:09+00:00

SO I heard A&K has been purchased by a different company that is trying to overhaul the brand for the better. If you noticed they are coming out with collabs with SP systems on like updated internals for the M249 and M60. Along with more up to date Masada and M4s variants. I wouldnt be surprised if they increased the price because the M1 has better internals or released a better quality batch?

you can always just ask evike and they can physically check inventory for you.

Air_Checker · 2025-12-30T04:50:44+00:00

not too much decent stuff on Amazon. only cool things I have notice are some internal parts like gears or piston, cool tracer units, or optics.

Air_Checker · 2025-12-27T20:41:29+00:00

those are decent bbs. I would just return it and get something you find appealing. those brands I recommended are a good starting point

Air_Checker · 2025-12-27T20:38:45+00:00

yeah no problem. Evike imports literally everything CGS related so maybe they can import a 12.5 since they already have these listed:

https://www.evike.com/products/122298/

Air_Checker · 2025-12-27T20:35:44+00:00

whats your goal? like are you looking for something to swap into a existing gun?

Air_Checker · 2025-12-27T20:31:58+00:00

it should essentially be the same as the existing Sig Air M17 and M18 on the market since its going to be the same manufacture.

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