Russian airsofters have two options in getting the SV-98 airsoft version as they can choose the version from ASR which is made in Russia or the version from Raptor Airsoft, based in Taiwan. This is based on the sniper rifle used by Russian special operations forces and can fire the 7.62×54mmR, 7.62×51mm NATO, or the .338 Lapua Magnum. Alexander of Red Army Airsoft presents this rifle for Airsoft-RUS which has both versions in stock in this video.

Airsoft-Rus, with Alexander of Red Army Airsoft presenting, shows the various the replica helmets based on Russian designs made by ASR. He gives an overview of the 6b27, 6b28, 6b7-1m, and ZS-1 helmets with a crash test to check their durability and ability to protect. For those looking for Russian helmets, you can find them at the Airsoft-Rus online store.

We haven't reviewed any APS unit so far, though we have the APS UAR review coming soon. We do admit that APS products are some of the nice-looking, sleek airsoft guns in the market today, but we've been hearing pretty much the same issues in terms of performance and QC from people online and offline. Gregory Wong or Spartan1117GW finds the same issues as he reviews the APS ASR 111 Guardian AEG.

Another one in the ASR series of APS, and this version model ASR-112 still maintains that ASR handguard that makes this series distinct. It is also in stock at eHobby Asia where you can get it for US$205.00... "ASR112 is developed form its brother ASR111.

Jag Precision got a delivery of the Echo1 Advanced Sniper Rifle again. Interested resellers may need to get in touch with them ASAP before stocks run out. This comes with a retractable bipod, picatinny flat top rail to mount a sniping scope and also comes with two extra magazines. This surely will be a good base gun to upgrade to an awesome airsoft sniper rifle.