Evike.com got a complete Thompson M1A1 AEG available and its made by CYMA, giving airsoft players a more affordable version of this classic gun... "The Matrix / CYMA Thompson M1A1 is a faithful replica of the classic Thompson M1A1 rifle with superior external finish and high performance internals that are constructed to last. Equipped with a fully upgrade-able version 6 gearbox, the M1A1 is capable of taking on hundreds of upgrade and replacement parts offered here at Evike.com.
Videos from Evike.com on their coverage of the SHOT Show 2016 are just starting to come out and they have a video on the KWA M1A1 Thompson Gas Blowback. This is still a prototype version and comes with a real wood finish. It would be really interesting to know about the blowback and recoil action, especially for reenactors waiting to have this for their use.
SpecShop.pl got some more stuff for to fill your Christmas stockings as the online airsoft shopping frenzy continues before Christmas day... "SpecShop.pl has obtained a really interesting items for World War II period US Armed Forces reenactors. With King Arms delivery, the M1A1 carbines replicas with folding and fixed stock have arrived. They are GBB CO2 capsule propelled.
Probably the first review of the King Arms M1A1 Paratrooper CO2 Blowback Rifle outside of East Asia. French period airsoft gun reviewer, Neo35, was able to get a unit form the first batch for his review and we wonder how he finds this as compared to the Marushin M1A1 Carbine. The King Arms M1A1 is made of real wood and of course has the the folding skeleton stock.
For those who have been looking where the King Arms MA1A Paratrooper CO2 Blowback Rifle is, you can head off right now at WGC Shop as it is in stock at the moment and stocks getting depleted a bit quickly. Reenactors as well as collectors have been looking for this version and this comes with a real wood finish and realistic blowback action. As for the price, it's US$396.00, shipping costs not included.
Time to place your orders! Many are anticipating the release of the Limited Edition King Arms M1A1 Paratrooper CO2 Blowback andKing Arms have finally announced that it is in stock together. Also, for those wanting spare M1A1 magazines, they also released the magazines so you can order more of these for your World War II loadout... "This replica of WW2 rifle is CO2 operated model, which made from high quality real-wood stock, metal barrel, with blow back action. Folding stock style.
King Arms just announced the availability of the Limited Edition King Arms M1A1 Carbine. Those who have been waiting for this should rush to their retailers to reserve one... "This replica of WW2 rifle is CO2 operated model, which made from high quality real-wood stock, metal barrel, with blow back action. Package with a magazine of 15 rounds capacity, and a sanding sponge for customizing your own M1 Carbine into vintage style.
A timeless gun's airsoft version gets reviewed by Mach Sakai. The Tokyo Marui M1A1 Thompson, a favourite of collectors and reenactors is the AEG that gets the scrutiny of the champion shooter. He finds there is better balancer and better maneuverability though there is some rattle so it's not as stiff as you would imagine. For a gun that's based on a World War II weapon, it's still a very much skirmishable and he recommends it for reenactments and World War II Cosplay.
It's back to the past now with Evike.com's The Gun Corner as they feature the King Arms Thompson M1A1 Airsoft Gun... "Shopping for a full metal gearbox and high quality Thompson? You had the choice of Marui & CYMA made. Shopping for a 400 FPS, Full metal upper receiver, Licensed Thompson that is not $400 and low FPS designed for Japanese market? That limited your choice down to the CYMA and King Arms.
Matt of Fox Airsoft reviews and chronos the King Arms M1A1 Thompson... "It's time for some Old School guns from back in the day of WWII. This D-Day beauty from King Arms is a 1/1 scale of the real Thompson and comes complete with a humber of sexy features. This fresh looking imitation wood that can house a large 8.4 volt battery so you can stay in the game for a long time."