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Forum: General May 17th, 2022, 20:41

Replies: 4 Legendary Flag Raiders Cambridge may return Views: 4,847 Posted By shadow_matter Crossing my fingers. It's an extreme luxury to... Crossing my fingers. It's an extreme luxury to have a great outdoor field in town, probably one I took for granted pre-pandemic. Not to mention the owners are good people as well. If they open up...

Forum: General April 8th, 2022, 16:24

Replies: 15 Ontario Fields & Games? Views: 9,636 Posted By shadow_matter Ontario Fields & Games? I'm getting back into it after a multi-year hiatus (Covid, kids, etc.) Both of my regular haunts have been shut down with Finch's field and Flag Raiders. I'm not seeing too much activity in the...

Forum: General December 23rd, 2021, 16:51

Replies: 226 Just curious about the Old-Timers? Views: 622,387 Posted By shadow_matter Still kicking, COVID put a damper on the games... Still kicking, COVID put a damper on the games over the past two years; new babies the two years prior to that. I started at Flag Raiders back in the day when they were on Kossuth in Cambridge and a...

Forum: Doctor's Corner February 4th, 2019, 16:21

Replies: 10 When to cut your losses and move on? Views: 14,228 Posted By shadow_matter @ThunderCactus fair point. I had a pretty... @ThunderCactus fair point. I had a pretty positive experience with the purchase at the time. It was an affordable way into the hobby and provided 3-4 years of pretty consistent play without any major...

Forum: Gear Discussion February 3rd, 2019, 21:07

Replies: 11 Best boots for running in rocky terrain? Views: 22,386 Posted By shadow_matter +1 for the Saloman Quest 4D's. Great sole support... +1 for the Saloman Quest 4D's. Great sole support for stepping over jagged rocks. I did a 4 day section of the Appalachian Trail through New Hampshire last year, boots performed very well.

Forum: Newbie Tank February 3rd, 2019, 21:02

Replies: 8 When Done For The Day Views: 8,283 Posted By shadow_matter It's also a good idea to give everything a quick... It's also a good idea to give everything a quick wipe down with a lightly damp rag. Mud and sand have a nasty way of getting into the nooks and crannies, you definitely don't want any dried mud/sand...

Forum: Doctor's Corner January 29th, 2019, 23:17

Replies: 10 When to cut your losses and move on? Views: 14,228 Posted By shadow_matter Thanks for the feedback. I'll cut my losses and... Thanks for the feedback. I'll cut my losses and leave it as a wall hanger.

Forum: Doctor's Corner January 28th, 2019, 18:48

Replies: 10 When to cut your losses and move on? Views: 14,228 Posted By shadow_matter When to cut your losses and move on? I was cleaning out my shop preparing to move houses and found my ancient (circa 2007) JG M733. This is one of the old school M4 models with the shiny plastic body and horrible two-piece plastic...

Forum: Accessories Discussion February 2nd, 2016, 18:16

Replies: 19 How could one attach a muzzle break or flash hider without threading? Views: 14,438 Posted By shadow_matter If you are really cash strapped you could... If you are really cash strapped you could consider epoxying it on. Challenge with this is 1) cannot remove it and if you do you will probably damage both the suppressor and barrel and 2) will be...

Forum: Accessories Discussion February 2nd, 2016, 18:12

Replies: 13 Best optic for cqb? Views: 11,972 Posted By shadow_matter This may not be the popular opinion with gear... This may not be the popular opinion with gear heads however If you don't put a heavy emphasis on aesthetics you can pick-up pretty much any large aperture red dot sight on the cheap (samples below)....

Forum: Airsoft Media June 15th, 2013, 19:16

Replies: 1,015 AKstravaganza! Views: 1,544,293 Posted By shadow_matter Just completed modifications on a buddy's AK74U.... Just completed modifications on a buddy's AK74U. Front end was done to his specifications; wasn't ready to lose all of the wood. Complete with mosfet that locks full auto into 3 round bursts. ...

Forum: Gear Discussion May 1st, 2013, 21:45

Replies: 10 green battle belt with tan pouch Views: 8,117 Posted By shadow_matter Don't see the issue. Distances between players in... Don't see the issue. Distances between players in outdoor games are usually so limited that camouflage and colour matching have little effect as long as you're not sporting something that sticks out...

Forum: Airsoft Media February 27th, 2013, 20:12

Replies: 1,693 M4/M16 Thread Views: 2,431,115 Posted By shadow_matter Finished two winter projects tonight, booyah. ... Finished two winter projects tonight, booyah. "Z4" http://i153.photobucket.com/albums/s206/shadow_matter/Z4A1Left_zpsfadb6ec6.jpg - Mechbox internals from Modify - Teinly F5000 motor -...

Forum: Gear Discussion February 7th, 2013, 18:57

Replies: 3 Light rig; TT MAV; alone / on top of? Views: 4,180 Posted By shadow_matter 100%+ on the H-Harness, it makes the rig very... 100%+ on the H-Harness, it makes the rig very comfortable for full day/multi day use. If you want to keep it light you don't need anything under it. I personally like to keep things as light and...

Forum: Accessories Discussion January 31st, 2013, 20:38

Replies: 265 Cases: 50% And FreeShipping from Mezzi right now Views: 155,699 Posted By shadow_matter Both coupons stacked fine. Picked up a 39" for... Both coupons stacked fine. Picked up a 39" for airsoft and a 49" for a guitar. Pretty smokin prices, even if you only got the free shiping.

Forum: Airsoft Media January 27th, 2013, 16:26

Replies: 154 The Abomination Thread Views: 211,992 Posted By shadow_matter Reinforced box Helical gears & piston Bore-Up... Reinforced box Helical gears & piston Bore-Up Kit (to match the longer barrel) A good hopup rubber and inner barrel. Basically the same components you'd put into an AR platform DMR. Bonus...

Forum: Airsoft Media January 27th, 2013, 14:32

Replies: 154 The Abomination Thread Views: 211,992 Posted By shadow_matter I wanted a lightweight DMR style AEG that could... I wanted a lightweight DMR style AEG that could collapse down when slung. I had an MP5 on hand and came up with this. Used shorty mags so it could be shouldered comfortably when prone. 469mm...

Forum: Accessories Discussion October 11th, 2012, 18:46

Replies: 44 Lifepo or LIPO 11.1v (Plus) 25C (plus) AK Stick Recommendations Views: 48,979 Posted By shadow_matter Only 20C but for the price point may be a... Only 20C but for the price point may be a consideration for you. Multiple reviews confirming the size and fit. http://www.ebairsoft.com/firefox-111v-1200mah-lipolymer-battery-p-2090.html

Forum: Airsoft Guns Discussion September 15th, 2012, 00:42

Replies: 55 Low end guns are...popular? Views: 25,463 Posted By shadow_matter Here's a perspective from a 5+ year player and... Here's a perspective from a 5+ year player and self gun tech. Between my team and I, we've owned a good mix of brands over the years from JG/Cyma to TSD/SRC to Classic Army/Tokyo Marui. The big...

Forum: Gear Discussion March 29th, 2012, 23:48

Replies: 27 Tactical Tailor MAV set ups Views: 18,021 Posted By shadow_matter Leg rigs are a great way to keep your torso free... Leg rigs are a great way to keep your torso free of bulk. Personally not for me, I feel the weight alot more when it's on my hips/waist vs. my shoulders.

Forum: Gear Discussion March 29th, 2012, 22:52

Replies: 27 Tactical Tailor MAV set ups Views: 18,021 Posted By shadow_matter The 2 piece is awesome for dawning/doffing the... The 2 piece is awesome for dawning/doffing the rig. Once adjusted it sits just as comfortably as any 1 piece chest rig I've used. Consideration is that you technically lose 2 columns of webbing...

Forum: Gear Discussion March 29th, 2012, 21:54

Replies: 27 Tactical Tailor MAV set ups Views: 18,021 Posted By shadow_matter Here is my setup. I use wrapped paracord through... Here is my setup. I use wrapped paracord through the molle webbing for the attachment. I'm 6'1" and when I wear the rig the lower belt falls about 1 inch below the molle straps. The paracord provides...

Forum: Upgrades & Modifications December 5th, 2011, 17:47

Replies: 1 TM AK Front Sight Set Screw - FOUND Views: 3,376 Posted By shadow_matter TM AK Front Sight Set Screw - FOUND For those of you who own TM/Cyma AKs with a wobbly front sight, I'm posting the model/size of screws that the TM/Cyma AKs use for attaching the front sight to the barrel and the front end to the...

Forum: Gear Discussion March 15th, 2011, 23:02

Replies: 16 Airsoft Luggage Views: 11,674 Posted By shadow_matter Double hard case for primary and secondary. Large... Double hard case for primary and secondary. Large hockey duffle for mags and everything else. Hard case $50, $30 if on sale. Duffle - find in garage/basement/storage space?

Forum: Doctor's Corner March 8th, 2011, 23:02

Replies: 5 Too much 'hop-up' on HiCapa Views: 4,381 Posted By shadow_matter It turns out that the little knob on the hop-up... It turns out that the little knob on the hop-up adjustment wheel was hitting the hop-up body and preventing the wheel from being fully turned to the left (off). I just took a knife and sheered...

Forum: Doctor's Corner March 8th, 2011, 21:15

Replies: 5 Too much 'hop-up' on HiCapa Views: 4,381 Posted By shadow_matter Even with the knob turned fully forward (off)... Even with the knob turned fully forward (off) there is still a significant amount of the hop-up nub protruding into the barrel. Will disassemble unit and take a look.

Forum: Doctor's Corner March 8th, 2011, 20:15

Replies: 5 Too much 'hop-up' on HiCapa Views: 4,381 Posted By shadow_matter Too much 'hop-up' on HiCapa Hey guys, Platform: KJW 1911 "Tactical" = KJW HiCapa I have turned my hopup off (as low as the knob would go) but my point of impact is still a good 2-4 inches above my front sight at 25-30ft. ...

Forum: Accessories Discussion March 7th, 2011, 20:46

Replies: 48 My BB trap Views: 31,214 Posted By shadow_matter Box built and it works great. Not just for pistol... Box built and it works great. Not just for pistol either, the duct seal will take upwards of 370fps from 20ft without having serious pitting issues. Higher fps if you stay further back. Great job...

Forum: Gear Discussion February 27th, 2011, 23:54

Replies: 24 How should a vest fit? Views: 18,738 Posted By shadow_matter Sinching the thing as tight as it will go is more... Sinching the thing as tight as it will go is more important for chest rigs than full out tacvests. Just size the vest to snug so your mags won't be flopping around as you run. The rest is personal...

Forum: General February 25th, 2011, 12:20

Replies: 202 What does your GF, partner, wife or husband say about your hobby? Views: 131,465 Posted By shadow_matter My wife is pretty supportive and knows it's just... My wife is pretty supportive and knows it's just something that I do. Sometimes she thinks that I could better spend my Saturday with someone else (Her) though. I introduced her to target shooting...

Forum: Doctor's Corner February 14th, 2011, 12:25

Replies: 14 KJW hi-capa 5.1 doesn't lock on empty mags Views: 12,693 Posted By shadow_matter Thanks for the contact Drakker, will be very... Thanks for the contact Drakker, will be very useful.

Forum: Doctor's Corner February 13th, 2011, 20:54

Replies: 14 KJW hi-capa 5.1 doesn't lock on empty mags Views: 12,693 Posted By shadow_matter Are you using stock KJW branded mags? I've found... Are you using stock KJW branded mags? I've found that the WE and TM mags do not have a long enough follower to consistently engage the slide lock. I bought a few KJW mags and problem was solved....

Forum: Gear Discussion January 6th, 2011, 11:36

Replies: 24 What's in Your Pouches? Views: 13,505 Posted By shadow_matter Chest Rig: - 3 Double M4 Pouches (6 mags) -... Chest Rig: - 3 Double M4 Pouches (6 mags) - Two pistol mags - Kobun tanto training knife w/ sheath - Radio pouch - Admin pouch (glowsticks, pens, sharpies, map/compas, Spyderco Endura 4 FFG) -...

Forum: Doctor's Corner November 17th, 2010, 22:58

Replies: 13 GBB 'gas mileage' decrease?? Views: 7,738 Posted By shadow_matter It was 21 degrees room temperature with silicon... It was 21 degrees room temperature with silicon lube both in the mags from storage and in the bottle. It's happening with all 4 of my mags. so I am guessing it's either a fuel or mechanical issue...

Forum: Doctor's Corner November 17th, 2010, 21:25

Replies: 13 GBB 'gas mileage' decrease?? Views: 7,738 Posted By shadow_matter GBB 'gas mileage' decrease?? Hi ASC, looking for help from some of the GBB guys here. I have a KJW KP-05 (double stacked 1911). For the first 4 months of usage the 'gas mileage' was excellent, 2-3 mags worth on a single fill....

Forum: Doctor's Corner November 17th, 2010, 20:54

Replies: 3 KJW Flow Valve Disassembly: Help Please Views: 3,686 Posted By shadow_matter The soak worked great. Thank you. The soak worked great. Thank you.

Forum: Doctor's Corner November 17th, 2010, 19:55

Replies: 3 KJW Flow Valve Disassembly: Help Please Views: 3,686 Posted By shadow_matter KJW Flow Valve Disassembly: Help Please I'm in the middle of cleaning my GBB & mags for the Caps certification this friday. I took a magazine flow valve out and re-lubed the rings. When I actuate the valve I can hear grit inside the...

Forum: Gear Discussion October 22nd, 2010, 09:54

Replies: 3 Pouches for M16 shorty mags Views: 4,611 Posted By shadow_matter You can use the regular sized pouches and put 1"... You can use the regular sized pouches and put 1" of blue insulation foam in the bottom to prop the mags up. It stays in place and allows you to use pretty much every design of M4 mag pouch out...

Forum: Airsoft Guns Discussion October 15th, 2010, 09:03

Replies: 50 New TMs, again.... Views: 28,661 Posted By shadow_matter A TM XD-M would be awesome. The double stack mag... A TM XD-M would be awesome. The double stack mag would be close to real steel capacity too (19 rounds). Give an option if you don't want to carry a glock, holsters are already widely available.

Forum: Airsoft Media October 12th, 2010, 18:13

Replies: 3 These would be interesting at games Views: 5,348 Posted By shadow_matter Would be awesome to play on a mock airfield.... Would be awesome to play on a mock airfield. Those americans are lucky that they have access to the MOUTs.

Forum: Accessories Discussion September 15th, 2010, 19:14

Replies: 1 Installing resistor in Replica Bowman Headset Views: 4,174 Posted By shadow_matter Installing resistor in Replica Bowman Headset Does anyone know the specifics to install a resistor in the replica Bowman headsets? Even with my radio volume all the way down it is WAYY too loud. I've googled but haven't come up with any...

Forum: Upgrades & Modifications September 13th, 2010, 11:49

Replies: 7 Hi-Capa hammer design issue? Views: 7,109 Posted By shadow_matter I'll give it a try with a file. I used a dremel... I'll give it a try with a file. I used a dremel and ground down my old hammer too far so it no longer engages in the full cock when the slide pushes it back. Using a file is definately a better...

Forum: Upgrades & Modifications September 12th, 2010, 20:25

Replies: 7 Hi-Capa hammer design issue? Views: 7,109 Posted By shadow_matter Hi-Capa hammer design issue? On the 5KU branded hammers the area that makes contact with the slide is not as milled down/rounded as some other company's offerings. Will this pointier edge catch on the slide as it returns to...

Forum: Gear Discussion July 6th, 2010, 18:30

Replies: 67 Boots: What kind do you got? Views: 39,103 Posted By shadow_matter Depends on the terrain. Easy terrain (Flag... Depends on the terrain. Easy terrain (Flag Raiders): Red Head Big Horn 9" Rough terrain/hiking: Merrell Perimeters in leather

Forum: Gear Discussion July 5th, 2010, 12:13

Replies: 21 P90 drop leg pouch system Views: 15,275 Posted By shadow_matter You could always run the P90 mags in a shoulder... You could always run the P90 mags in a shoulder holster setup. One of the Ghosts runs his P90 that way and it looked pretty convenient.

Forum: Gear Discussion July 5th, 2010, 12:09

Replies: 1 Non-Molle Organizer Pouch Views: 5,412 Posted By shadow_matter Check out maxpedition, they have an entire line... Check out maxpedition, they have an entire line of "organizers" (check out the Cubiod or IFAK pouch). How big is the first aid kit going to be? If it will be on the larger size you can get a...

Forum: Airsoft Guns Discussion July 5th, 2010, 11:40

Replies: 8 Questions about TM M733 Views: 6,345 Posted By shadow_matter I have personal experience with the M733. -... I have personal experience with the M733. - A 9.6v small butterfly battery will fit into the stock handguards if you remove the fake gas tube. This can up your battery capacity to ~1600mah. -...

Forum: Gear Discussion May 31st, 2010, 23:23

Replies: 42 Stuff in your admin pouches Views: 25,284 Posted By shadow_matter Memo pad w/ felt-tip pen Spare mini 8.4v... Memo pad w/ felt-tip pen Spare mini 8.4v battery Glowstick Folding utility knife Victory Cigar (small cubano)

Forum: Gear Discussion May 14th, 2010, 12:21

Replies: 36 Wallet Views: 19,576 Posted By shadow_matter Swiss gear/samonite wallets are extremely... Swiss gear/samonite wallets are extremely durable. I picked one up from a Mark's Work Warehouse for $18 around christmas... that was 7 years ago. Looks brand new and it still has the new leather...

Forum: Gear Discussion May 5th, 2010, 18:51

Replies: 23 Survival Knife Views: 15,418 Posted By shadow_matter Serrations will not chop as well as a continuous... Serrations will not chop as well as a continuous plain edge. Serations are great for cutting cloth or rope, fibrous fabrics etc but that's about it in my experience. Most of the time (apart from...

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