Recent content by jim4244

Yes… I did think that. I know that you can never have too many rails but even I have a limit!? Now please don’t judge me but in the interim I’ve bought a cheap Chinese X2 red dot until I actually get to see and fire the rifle. I’m overseas with work at present and don’t get home until Saturday...

Thanks for your thoughts McSpoons. I’m leaning towards a X3 prism scope. Seen a budget one that receives good reviews - Konus PTS2 3X30 Jim

Thanks CCU ? CCU what type / make of optic system have you mounted? I’m tempted to put a low magnification prism sight on? Or should I just go for a 1X red dot? decisions decisions eh? ? Jim

Three days and no replies? Have a nice new Gen 3 on the way to me with a few extra mags so I guess that I will be answering my own questions at the weekend. Jim

? An L1A1 eh...... Started my military career with one of those. Happy days..... Just managed to pick up a HK416 Gen 3 with a few spare magazines. Should be with me at the weekend. Let the mayhem commence! Jim

I've been lurking around reading the threads on the forum with interest. I'm pushing retirement these days but in a previous life carried and shot many different types of real weapon systems/firearms and now am thinking of using RIF's as wall hangers in my study. Deacts are expensive these days...

Hi all Be gentle with me, I'm new to airsoft and this forum! Looking at buying a 416 A5 Gen 3 but have watched so many reviews on YouTube that I have confused myself. I have a few questions if anyone can help: 1/ Is the bolt carrier and bolt in the Gen 3 made of steel or aluminum? I watched...