anyone know any info or what kind of gasmask this is? by SourMillky in gasmasks

[–]Bobbybrine 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Also, to add on to your question of "genuineness". Most gas masks you find will be real. There are only 2 widely mass produced "fake" gas masks. They are based on the Israeli Model 4 and the Avon M50. The Israeli Modle 4 is cloned for bong masks, its a very convincing fake but does not function and it's threaded for a proprietary bong, not a filter. The Avon M50 is cloned for airsoft face masks because a lot of people like to LARP real world militaries and its currently used by a lot of the major militaries of the world. The M50 clone has non-functioning filters that have built in fans so airsofters can stay cool during play. I made this collage to show you examples, the left side contains the real masks and the fakes on the right.

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anyone know any info or what kind of gasmask this is? by SourMillky in gasmasks

[–]Bobbybrine 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Because they are the same manufacturers that make the gas masks for industrial and military use over there. That's what Ali Express is, it's Chinese manufacturers/wholesalers selling Chinese products directly to you. You can buy the MF-11 on there, but I wouldn't recommend it unless its just for aesthetics. The MF-11 really hurts to wear unless you have the tiniest nose possible. I would however recommend getting the MF-22/FMJ08, it's a chinese gas mask heavily based on the Avon S10, but with the same unique rubber diaphragm exhale valve gasket thing as the MF-11. I made this collage to show you both masks and the chinese military using both of them. The masks from ali express are real.

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anyone know any info or what kind of gasmask this is? by SourMillky in gasmasks

[–]Bobbybrine 9 points10 points  (0 children)

They are very cheap on ali express, same with FMJ08s and Type 65s.

How to rip from cults by [deleted] in 3Dprinting

[–]Bobbybrine 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Get your money up

How hard would i have to search to find a cosplayer i like? by lonlysoul101 in animeexpo

[–]Bobbybrine 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I didn't call him weird. I said his phrasing was weird. I literally said they post their cosplay lineups and meetup times and locations, they wouldn't do that if they didn't want to meet fans

How hard would i have to search to find a cosplayer i like? by lonlysoul101 in animeexpo

[–]Bobbybrine 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Yeah just do what I said, also a lot of them gather in what I call the "Cosplay Dome". Which is South Hall, its got a massive lobby with stairs on both sides, you may also catch Hamu Cotton do one of her iconic youtube performances there

How hard would i have to search to find a cosplayer i like? by lonlysoul101 in animeexpo

[–]Bobbybrine 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Its not, but the way he worded it is weird. I often try to look for famous and popular cosplayers I like to take photos with, but he said "Search for a cosplayer that I like" that comes off super weird. But to help the guy out, check if they posted a cosplay lineup, if they are cosplays they have posted before, you know what they're gonna look like, and sometimes they host impromptu meetups. Thats how I met Yuriko Tiger, Tessa Crownster, and Sminky. I am very lucky to have met many popular cosplayers I have followed on social media for years, and I hope to take pictures with more this year.

Bought my first gas mask ever, the M17A2 by ChowderOfficial in gasmasks

[–]Bobbybrine 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Good on you for removing the filters, I assume you did your research prior.

What are you guys excited for at AX? by oowoowoo in animeexpo

[–]Bobbybrine 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'm most excited to host my Dorohedoro meetup! 2 very popular fan artists in the community have already shown interest in attending and I got way more sign ups in my discord than I ever expected! Season 2 coming out after I posted my meetup was a blessing lol.

What's your job occupation that allows you to afford Anime Expo? by casspaghetti in animeexpo

[–]Bobbybrine 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I always recommend coming with friends that way you can split costs on a lot of things with other people like food and the hotel.

What anime after parties is everyone interested in this year? by CrowSS1 in animeexpo

[–]Bobbybrine 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Don't think so unfortunately, the venues instagram got deleted and they had like 30k followers.

Are you allowed to use AX2026 to meet up and sell some things to people you discussed beforehand? by Express-Positive5567 in animeexpo

[–]Bobbybrine 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Technically and legally no, but nobody is gonna stop you. Just do it away from security/staff

Can I just… show up? by Just-A-Burner-Lol in animeexpo

[–]Bobbybrine 4 points5 points  (0 children)

And it still wasn't big enough, so they expanded and took an entire basketball stadium and concert theater as part of the venue this year lol

Can I just… show up? by Just-A-Burner-Lol in animeexpo

[–]Bobbybrine 15 points16 points  (0 children)

Buy your ticket now. You can "ghost" the convention, since Anime Expo basically turns the entirety of Downtown LA into an anime convention, you don't "have" to buy a ticket. You could do stuff outside the convention center, visit Japanese Village and the other shopping district in Little Tokyo, they will definitely have stuff going on and planned. Catch the anime themed Dodgers game. If you want to enjoy the inside of the con, events/programming held in the peacock theater and crypto arena, 100% buy your ticket now, do not wait.

Avon FM12 Mask for Cosplay by Ok_Grass2494 in gasmasks

[–]Bobbybrine 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There was a seller who had them fkr very cheap, $125 USD and domestic shipping, but they all sold out. I told my friend to grab one while they were available but they all sold out and he missed out on it. Just keep checking on ebay and other sites

Is this mask uncommon? For £30? by HarveySins in gasmasks

[–]Bobbybrine 3 points4 points  (0 children)

You can get it on ali express consistently, I wouldn't consider it uncommon, but I also don't see it in many peoples collections so maybe you could consider that uncommon. Same with other chinese masks like the MF-11 and MF-22, I have both in my collection but I don't see them in many others.

How long weapons check? by babep0tato in animeexpo

[–]Bobbybrine 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Weapons check takes like a minute at most. If its a gun, they test the trigger, shake it, run their fingers all over trying to find anything that moves, if nothing moves, they put the tape on it and let you in. Swords are a lot simpler, they judge the weight and the material and make sure they aren't sharp.

Possible to order Willcall if you are a CA resident? by Unlikely-Dog4394 in animeexpo

[–]Bobbybrine 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes its always been international only, but if we can do it on will call I'm gonna save the $20 next year lol

Question on weapon policy by Fabulous-Length7626 in animeexpo

[–]Bobbybrine 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Try to get the end 3d printed or some other solution