Air Guns

With air rifles and airsoft, the little things add up. A gun alone can seem like a daunting expense without even considering the extra cost of safety equipment, specialist equipment, and ammo. That’s why we want to make things just a little easier on you by letting you spread the cost of your purchase. By teaming up with finance provider...

When left to their own devices, pests can cause a whole number of problems for you and your home. From damaging possessions to spreading disease, it’s essential that any pests are brought under control quickly and humanely. Continue reading →

With Father’s Day approaching, it’s time to start considering how you can make their day that bit special. Picking out presents can be pretty tricky at times; you want to aim for something personal and useful, so why not go for an airsoft theme? There are plenty of great items to pick from that are bound to get a smile...

Carl Walther GmbH Sportwaffen is a German manufacturer of air guns and firearms, founded over 100 years ago. Now a popularised brand for competitors, discover their history!

Advanced airsoft players will no doubt remember buying their first airsoft gun. It’s a big moment, and if you’re unsure of what you are looking for, it can be a complex one too! As one of the top sellers of airsoft guns in the UK, here at Surplus Store we are often asked similar questions from first-time buyers! With many...

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 &...

As many experienced shooters know, air rifle scopes can be almost as costly as the gun themselves, with some of the higher-end scopes reaching into the mid-hundreds of pounds. Granted, this is not without reason, as the level of precision achievable with the genuinely top tier of optical devices is astounding. Continue reading →

We often talk about PCP air rifles, and we have an extensive collection online and instore. But those of you who are new to the air gun scene might be wondering; what exactly is a PCP air rifle? Well, fear not! We will take a closer look here: Continue reading →

In airsoft, the role of the spotter can be quite rare, most snipers do prefer to work alone, but they could be missing a trick, the role is quite diverse, from identifying targets to acting as security for the sniper. The most important aspect is being an asset and not a liability to the sniper. Spotters must be able to help locate targets and, help with the range of the target and factor in the wind speed and direction. Continue reading →

The options and variety when it comes to air gun ammunition can actually be quite astounding, with various sizes, shapes and materials it can sometimes be confusing which will be best for your gun. To help you decide which ammunition you should be using, we have put together this article that will look at some of the options that are out there, along with how you should and shouldn’t use them. Continue reading →