Monthly Archives: November 2018

The role of the sniper on the airsoft battlefield is perhaps the one with the highest ‘cool factor’. This is in part due to the increased publicity and media focus on the people that inhabit the role as their daily lives, working for the military and other armed forces. Film heroes like Bob Lee Swagger in Shooter and Chris Kyle in American Sniper, along with the Call Of Duty and Battlefield video game franchises have captured imaginations worldwide and allowed everyone to think that they could be the next best marksman. This could not be further from the truth. The harsh reality is that the role of the sniper is one of dedication, training and years of hard work, and this is similarly true for the airsoft world. In this article, we’ll explore some of the ways to improve your current sharp shooting abilities and what it takes to become a master sniper.

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World War II is one of, is not the most devastating conflicts ever to happen in the history of humanity. People from across the globe were affected by the events that occured between the years of 1939 – 1945, and we can only hope that something like this will never happen again. The war also shaped the modern world as we know it, allowing us our security, prosperity and, most importantly, our freedom. It’s important that we remember the importance of the conflict and those who served for their countries. We’ve looked back into our history books and put together a list of facts, that you may not already know, from those six years; perhaps as a starting point for you to explore the conflict in more detail and to fully understand its world-altering ramifications.

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Guns are just things that fire bullets, right? Wrong! Despite what sci-fi movies might have you believe, futuristic weapons aren’t just something of the future; they’re something of the present too. We’ve done our homework and put together a list of some of the coolest and most futuristic weapons out there. Most of these are for military use only, which means there is little to no chance they’ll be available for purchase, which is more than likely a good thing. That said, if you are looking for something you can get your hands on today, then check out our catalogue of Air Rifles!

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Never before have airsoft weapons been as customisable are they are now. From magazines to lighting, batteries to scopes, we’ll explore them all in this article, explain the pros and cons of each and why they can be an essential part of your airsoft loadout. If, when you have read this, your inspired to give your own setup an upgrade, then we’d recommend checking out our extensive range of airsoft guns, there’s something there for everyone!

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Here at Surplus, we have an extensive collection of over 500 air rifles and between us have many years of experience in the air weaponry industry. As such, we are fascinated by the different types of guns out there and the various role they have played in film, society and beyond. From space-travel with guns to the Scarecrow from Wizard of Oz being a certified badass, check out seven of our favourite fascinating facts about guns.

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