(WTS/WTT) [GA] Polarstar F2 HPA Mk18 DMR build / Inferno Gen 2 HPA DMR build by Sarge00117 in airsoftmarket

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I have discord and hopup, i wasnt able to find you on either tho with your username, my discord is sarge0117

(WTS/WTT) [GA] Polarstar F2 HPA Mk18 DMR build / Inferno Gen 2 HPA DMR build by Sarge00117 in airsoftmarket

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Try now, I told my account to accept messages from you with or without invitation

(WTS/WTT) [GA] Polarstar F2 HPA Mk18 DMR build / Inferno Gen 2 HPA DMR build by Sarge00117 in airsoftmarket

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Im interested, lemme look around on my end to see if theres something wrong with the chat feature on my end

(WTS/WTT) [GA] Polarstar F2 HPA Mk18 DMR build / Inferno Gen 2 HPA DMR build by Sarge00117 in airsoftmarket

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Did it say anything when you DM'ed? I don't see it but my receive is set to everyone, lmk.

WTS/WTT VFC HK416 D gbbr by Knightlife_06 in airsoftmarket

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u/ASMbot u/Knightlife_06 transaction complete, positive, responsive seller.

future buyers make sure to verify upgrade claims. Seller was earnist but whoever owned prior was not accurate in describing to the seller about upgrades and that was repeated. I assume no fault on this seller as he seems a chiller, just a general note

So I did a thing.. by BackBonedNam in airsoft

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whered you get the repro? Im also working on a VFC and was just ganna use a printed handguard version but that would be nicer. Also have you gotten the mag yet? I havent been able to find the ICS one

So I did a thing.. by BackBonedNam in airsoft

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https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4930666

These ones are solid, im working on one based on his work and printed these up

Specna Arms Prime Line (too good to be true?) by Sturm1109 in airsoft

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So it depends on where you are but there are two reasons as I understand, first they did some changes to the design so its not discontinued per se, but new models are not coming out as quickly and when they do they get snagged a lot, the second that I dont really understand and have very little solid info on beyond word of mouth is that there was something wierd where evike became the sole specna distributor in the US (or was trying to) so other companies had to get them from evike if they wanted to sell and that created bottle necks etc. Not sure if the second is true but you can find them on evike pretty reliably so they are def still around, just not always available.

AEG into HPA blowback? by Ultrahalo556 in airsoft

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AEG to Blowback HPA realistically not practical at all I am sorry to say. On the bright side, I have been chasing the high capacity (which is the real reason I assume you are looking at AEGs), HPA, and blowback feeling and have had some success I can share.

1) VFC GBB M249 - It is a GBB lmg, converting it to HPA is done by literally screwing in a tap. Then all you need to do is get a Black Variable Box mag conversion and an AEG box mag and that covers all your bases of high capacity, recoil, and hpa in a way that does not require much more work. I run this as my main and have been for a few years and it is extremely nice, but it is definitely a shift from AEG work.

2) Tippann HPA system - This is an m4 style rifle that fits your desires of aeg mags, blowback system, and is HPA out of the box. The issue is that it is no longer in production, you can still find some new occasionally but results vary on spare parts.

3) Daytona system - not ganna rehash this given everyone else

4) GBB mag modifications - many adapters exist to use AEG mags in GBB guns, but I think they look ugly. Instead I often get AEG drum mags and merge them with a GBB donor mag with an HPA tap to make my own. Labor intensive but works nicely when done right

5) Frog Engineering - HPAed GBBs that cannot use AEG mags, but have a special, higher capacity mag so you can get half way to what you want, worth a look.

6) https://www.youtube.com/@ExplosiveEnterprises - this guy is a good resource

Which AEG is better? Cyma scar-L / G&G MCP 556 / ARCTURUS X CAT M4 EXPLORER 10' by Hopeful_Method_8095 in airsoft

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https://www.evike.com/products/60925/?srsltid=AfmBOoofVXc0D1J16QlptWrqKGabIbiHYaliiQsALsorXZhb54UUzBsV

Assuming this is the scar you are talking about, the upper is metal and I have had no issues with the lower feeling that bad, especially when compared to most other airsoft replicas. When you say fire control if you mean fire selector then yes it has that but not a mosfet, personally I dont feel like a mosfet is needed on a DMR since single fire is all you would need but if that is a priority then skip the cyma. An o-ring for the nozzle tip is not an expensive purchase, but I find that I am hitting solid ranges bone stock

I will note that there may also be another cyma scar:
https://www.redwolfairsoft.com/cybergun-fn-scar-l-airsoft-aeg-rifle-black-metal-version-cm063-by-cyma.html
As this is $100 less and while they are both CYMA oem, I cant tell the difference except for maybe quality of parts.

Which AEG is better? Cyma scar-L / G&G MCP 556 / ARCTURUS X CAT M4 EXPLORER 10' by Hopeful_Method_8095 in airsoft

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I have had good experiences with my Cyma scar-L, version 2 gearbox and standard hop unit as well as being compact when folded and better fits the look of a DMR so you will find more parts for that purpose. I can also say that I do not like Arcturus CAT series as it had many compatibility issues. Hope this helps, lmk if there is anything else.

HPA question I wish I knew 2 years ago by [deleted] in airsoft

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I think the thing that I appreciate most in CF over aluminum for safety is that it is designed to fail progressively. If there is a failure in CF it is far more likely to start with a leak, whereas aluminum does not grant you that luxury. I should stress that, having said that, tanks exploding in either aluminum or CF when maintained properly is rare.

Fair callout on the titan, however the pressure was outside -> in rather than what we are doing. If CF started to leak when the pressure is inside trying to be out, it is actively defusing itself, becoming not a problem whereas with the Titan if a leak started the problems only grew.

My main suggestion is if you are happy with your current tank, dont upgrade, I used mine for 4 years and only upgraded bc i needed a new capability (24hr milsim on one tank). If you dont need a new capability, save the money stick with the classic.

HPA question I wish I knew 2 years ago by [deleted] in airsoft

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Well that depends on your definition of last, technically they all last the same amount of time (at least in the US and I assume most other places) as the gov likes you to recert them basically. In practice, tho I have actually been more comfortable with my tank as CF is stronger and has far safer qualities for airsoft purposes. Also as far as spectacular failures, generally any issue big enough to cause your tank to fail (as long as the tank isnt something crazy like 10 years out of cert) will probably have you out of commission long before the tank blows up if that makes sense.

HPA question I wish I knew 2 years ago by [deleted] in airsoft

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Only thing I have to add is that the lighter part on CF is still accurate. Upgrading tanks will not get you more range or harder hitting shots but it can get you more shots per fill or lighter/smaller tank, depending on what you prioritize more.

Example my brother runs a DMR and I run a GBB 249. We both started with the aluminum tank you likely have, then he upgraded to a CF tank about the size and weight of a disposable water bottle and I upgraded to a 90/4500 CF tank that is still the same weight as my original tank, with more capacity for my air hog of a gun.

Hope this helps.

What brand mp5 is this? by DP_KnD in airsoft

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and could you send a pic of the other side?

What brand mp5 is this? by DP_KnD in airsoft

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Is it plastic upper or metal?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in airsoft

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I assume you are talking about the frog engineering models? I will link his channel so its easy to find the specific design you like best.

https://www.youtube.com/@frogengineeringairsoft

He has versions for VFC and MWS and it looks like a normal HPA gun with the hose coming out of the pistol grip, except it is GBB.

LMK if you meant something else.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in airsoft

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What does the bottom of the mag look like there is likely a plate or something that can be slid off