Monthly Archives: May 2015

There are a number of different types of air gun, all with a number of different features. Individuals will want their air gun for different reasons, and the range of air gun types will offer certain advantages for choosing them over another type. We have taken a look at the range of air guns below: Continue reading →

The only violet-eyed woman Bond had ever seen is how Pussy Galore was described in the novel Goldfinger, written by Sir Ian Fleming. It is unknown what happened to her after the death of Goldfinger, but it is hinted that she was sent to prison.

However, she is set to return in the new Bond novel being penned by author Anthony Horowitz, fantastically named Trigger Mortis. Horowitz is probably best known for his Alex Rider books, and has also created many television series, such as Midsomer Murders and Foyle’s War. Continue reading →

The Pentagon have given their seal of approval to a new lightweight gun for use by the US Army.  Textron’s Lightweight Small Arms Technology (or LSAT) firearm will come in both rifle and Light Machine Gun form, and are set to replace some older models of gun currently in use.

Textron were granted a contract worth $5.7 million, or roughly £3.7 million last year, and have now been able to show off their prototype LMG at the recent 2015 SOFIC (Special Operations Forces Industry Conference) conference. Continue reading →

Here at Surplus Store, we have a number of air pistols online, which will use different calibres of ammunition, as well as different varieties of these calibres. Below, we have taken a look at the different calibres and variations of these to try and help you to make a decision of which ammo you would want to use in your air pistol or air rifle: Continue reading →

A 2,200-year-old crossbow was unearthed among the Terracotta Warriors last month, and some experts believe that it could have been almost twice as powerful as a modern day assault rifle.

The crossbow is the only one to date that has been found intact, and it has been reported that it could have shot an arrow up to 2,600 feet, which is nearly 800 metres. This is around double the range of an AK47, which is about 1,300 feet. Continue reading →

Will Smith has been caught on film brushing up on his gun training for the upcoming DC film Suicide Squad, where he will be playing the role of Deadshot. He may well be one of the deadliest assassins in the world, but everyone needs practise, right?

During his free time, Smith visited a shooting range in California, where he was practising with the Glock 9mm and the AT-15 competition rifle, whilst he instructor followed him and gave instructions.

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There is currently a Kickstarter campaign to fund the creation of an advanced airsoft grenade, which is being constructed by an ex-RAF Electronics Technician.

Molyneux Advanced Systems, the creator of the MAS-G Advanced Airsoft Grenade, has 20 years of electronics experience, and more than 10 years of product design experience, in both the Military and Commercial sectors. Continue reading →

The guns being used in the upcoming James Bond film “SPECTRE” have been revealed, and will see the enemies of Bond sporting something very different, but also very special!

It is assumed that Daniel Craig will still be seen sporting his Walther PPK, the favoured sidearm of Bond since he made his big screen debut in Dr No in 1962. Continue reading →

The German military have decided to get rid of the G36 assault rifle, after being a staple part of the army since the 1990’s. Defence minister Ursula von der Leyen has stated that the rifle is being dropped after tests suggest it does not shoot straight when it gets warm! Continue reading →