BRDM Driver Posted July 31, 2013 Share Posted July 31, 2013 Can anyone tell me the ins and outs of going for all metal airsoft guns rather than mega price deacts on your military vehicle. I'm assuming VRC act comes into play, unless they are orange??? Anyone done it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sirhc Posted July 31, 2013 Share Posted July 31, 2013 Any vehicle you see with an SA80 in it will probably have airsoft guns in it. They can be had for about £30 and fill the brackets, some of them might need fettling to fit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony B Posted July 31, 2013 Share Posted July 31, 2013 I've got an Airsoft SA80, a couple of M1911 Colts and Browning Hi Power. In some cases they are cheaper than de-acs, sometimes more expensive. Yes VCR does rear it's thick head. I am a memeber of a Re-Enactment group with 3rd Party liability insurance, so once proof is provided to dealear they will sell them to me. The SA80 plastic pre VCR was about £30 , the Colts, single shot spring, post VCR about £30 the Browning which is a gas gun (Great fun to actually shoot) Was the expensive one at £80. From a realaistic point view they are very good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BRDM Driver Posted August 1, 2013 Author Share Posted August 1, 2013 So is restoration of a MV (and perhaps belonging to MVT) a recognised 'defence' to own an Replica Imitation Firearm? I read that you can be 'gifted' an airsoft gun from someone who is a registered 'skirmisher' but not sold one. Given that manufacturing RIF's is illegal, where does that leave all the Sabre owners who have 'made' Rardens and chain guns??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
timbo Posted August 1, 2013 Share Posted August 1, 2013 Only way to know if it is a defence will be to test it in court...but short answer is be sensible and you (shouldn't) have a problem, but I hasten to add, that is not the same as saying you won't have one!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marmite!! Posted August 1, 2013 Share Posted August 1, 2013 So is restoration of a MV (and perhaps belonging to MVT) a recognised 'defence' to own an Replica Imitation Firearm? I read that you can be 'gifted' an airsoft gun from someone who is a registered 'skirmisher' but not sold one. Given that manufacturing RIF's is illegal, where does that leave all the Sabre owners who have 'made' Rardens and chain guns??? If you are a member of the MVT why not ask them for guidance... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adrian Barrell Posted August 1, 2013 Share Posted August 1, 2013 Many dealers consider MVT membership to be a valid reason to purchase. I support that view. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BRDM Driver Posted August 1, 2013 Author Share Posted August 1, 2013 MVT confirm that membership is equivalent to being in a re-enactment group. Problem solved! Now to find an M240 to convert to an L43A1! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marmite!! Posted August 2, 2013 Share Posted August 2, 2013 MVT confirm that membership is equivalent to being in a re-enactment group. Problem solved! Now to find an M240 to convert to an L43A1! Get it in writing, not just via email.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JEMIMA Posted August 2, 2013 Share Posted August 2, 2013 In the past i have used both (de-act & airsoft) - i have to say the public generally dont know the difference anyway - For me it made sence to have a £45 airsoft SA80 either displayed in the vehicle or carried around(as part of my display and only at shows i hasten to add!) rather than the expense of a real sa80 - being an MVT member i knew i was covered by the re-enactor licence - A word of caution though (not wanting to offend or teach anyone to suck eggs......).....Like all airsoft guns - they are now sold in "obvious colours" - either with an orange tip / barrel or the whole thing as in my case was painted red......I did i'm ashamed to say paint mine to replicate a "proper" firearm - and heres the problem - you are now in a very dodgy position - you are now sporting a very genuine looking firearm,with no de-act certification or other.....if that were ever to fall into the wrong hands or be mistaken for the real mcoy.....imagine the headlines...."armed police shoot man with toy gun" - the press would have a field day , not to mention the implications of a head to head with a firearms unit - i guess to summerise i would say,yes it makes perfect sence - but be very careful - treat the weapon once painted(because i know you will!) - with as much respect as an orriginal - never leve it unattended or not securley locked away.....ive lost count the number of times over the years i have seen firearms left unattended in vehicles that themselves arnt secure......carbine holders in jeeps......sa80's in stripped down landrovers.......Just be careful.....an immitation firearms is as menacing as the real thing....... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
timbo Posted August 2, 2013 Share Posted August 2, 2013 In the past i have used both (de-act & airsoft) - i have to say the public generally dont know the difference anyway - For me it made sence to have a £45 airsoft SA80 either displayed in the vehicle or carried around(as part of my display and only at shows i hasten to add!) rather than the expense of a real sa80 - being an MVT member i knew i was covered by the re-enactor licence - A word of caution though (not wanting to offend or teach anyone to suck eggs......).....Like all airsoft guns - they are now sold in "obvious colours" - either with an orange tip / barrel or the whole thing as in my case was painted red......I did i'm ashamed to say paint mine to replicate a "proper" firearm - and heres the problem - you are now in a very dodgy position - you are now sporting a very genuine looking firearm,with no de-act certification or other.....if that were ever to fall into the wrong hands or be mistaken for the real mcoy.....imagine the headlines...."armed police shoot man with toy gun" - the press would have a field day , not to mention the implications of a head to head with a firearms unit - i guess to summerise i would say,yes it makes perfect sence - but be very careful - treat the weapon once painted(because i know you will!) - with as much respect as an orriginal - never leve it unattended or not securley locked away.....ive lost count the number of times over the years i have seen firearms left unattended in vehicles that themselves arnt secure......carbine holders in jeeps......sa80's in stripped down landrovers.......Just be careful.....an immitation firearms is as menacing as the real thing....... Wise words. Is the SA80 for the CVRT different to the normal version? I have heard talk of a shortened carbine version. If so is this available as an airsoft one, or will a normal sa80 fit? Cheers Timbo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BRDM Driver Posted August 2, 2013 Author Share Posted August 2, 2013 ASAIK it's the medium length carbine, not the shorty one. No one makes an airsoft Sterling to go in the Abbot yet, but then deact Sterlings are in the same price bracket as a good all metal airsoft. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gazzaw Posted August 2, 2013 Share Posted August 2, 2013 There is a company in Japan who makes replica sterlings that are very good, seen one at a show last weekend. I could ask the owner for the name if you like. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony B Posted August 2, 2013 Share Posted August 2, 2013 Very simple really. If it looks like a gun, treat it like a gun. Don't flash about in public, cover when your traveling' only display on showground. Bear in mind Mr Plod will treat anything sighted as real until well proven otherwise. After all he want's to go home at nights. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BRDM Driver Posted August 2, 2013 Author Share Posted August 2, 2013 There is a company in Japan who makes replica sterlings that are very good, seen one at a show last weekend. I could ask the owner for the name if you like. Hi Gary, yes I'd be interested in that. Lots of home builds about! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ferrettkitt Posted August 2, 2013 Share Posted August 2, 2013 Hi Gary, yes I'd be interested in that. Lots of home builds about! Look up star wars blaster on epay and you will find a kit for a blaster (made out of resin). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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