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Airsoft is just a game, but inspiration can be taken from real-life military tactics and implemented on the airsoft battleground to lead your team to victory!

Like with any game that features some kind of weapon, many worry that playing airsoft can be painful. How painful is airsoft in reality, and how can you reduce pain and impact from BBs?

Improve your aim, power and efficiency with a sling with these tips, designed for beginners and intermediates looking to further improve their performance.

With the UK Government gradually re-opening businesses across the UK, here at Surplus, we ask the question, is it safe to return to airsoft? Many airsoft sites have already re-opened. This much-loved competitive game requires a team of people to play it at its full potential, which offers much to consider when deliberating its viability while social distancing measures are...

The Victoria Cross is the most prestigious honour that can be bestowed by the British Armed Forces. A medal full of historic significance and modern meaning, it is a cornerstone of British military history! In this article, we take a look at the meaning behind this prestigious commendation, its beginnings and its relevance today. What is the Victoria Cross? The...

Arguably one of the most-loved manufacturers around, Umarex’s air guns are some of the most recognisable in the sport, sometimes not even as Umarex rifles! One of the early trailblazers in Europe, Umarex’s start is responsible for its present, and why their guns are some of the most coveted around. The History of Umarex Umarex, initially known as Mayer &...

Every year between 1914 and 2015, the UK’s military was involved in some form of conflict or warfare. Processing that the UK has had a turbulent century of unrest with the the world can be overwhelming. Amongst the disturbing horror and hopelessness of war, we can uncover inspirational stories of humans who have shown true courage and bravery when maintaining...

Many of us see Tokyo Marui as a brand leader and innovator in the world of airsoft. Not only did they help to build the airsoft market from the ground up, but they also continue to push the boundaries with the products they release. It’s hard to imagine what the modern airsoft landscape would look like if they hadn’t decided to begin producing guns for us to shoot each other with. Continue reading →

Since first airing all the way back in 2013, Peaky Blinders has gone from strength to strength. The BBC show, now awaiting its sixth season, has captured the collective imaginations of both fans in the UK and abroad. However, although the story may seem entirely fictitious, the show is very much rooted in fact. Here, we’ll be taking a look at the myths and legends that came to inspire one of the most successful UK TV shows of the past decade. Continue reading →

You’ve no doubt been at an airsoft event, thinking things are going pretty well when all of a sudden you hear an almighty “whoosh” followed by a shower of BBs – and before you know it, you’re making the long walk to the safe zone. We are, of course, talking about the airsoft grenadier, which is a role we will be taking a look at in some more detail here. Continue reading →