Archive for the ‘Shotguns’ Category

The boys from AATV have posted a new video up of Clarence Lai’s Tanaka M870 based Slug shot Shotgun. I’m a huge fan of Clarence Lai’s custom work ...

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First Japan has introduced into stock the Craft Apple Works M4 Benelli Riot Shotgun that was announced on 18th June via Sanken/Mojji. Like the M1014 Marine, this is also a spring powered airsoft rifle, in fact owning the CAW M1014, I can see little difference in the design and materials between the two apart from the wooden stock. Taking into account of what I have experienced from the M1014, this M4 is a very rugged design, the ABS composite materials give an appearance of real steel that would fool anyone until it was picked up. The main metal parts are the shell feed tube and the shell assist (both cosmetic only). The magazine (pictured in the gallery) holds about 15rds and fires ONE at a time per pump. The black magazine can also be substituted for TM shells. Click through for the gallery of the CAW Benelli M4 Riot....    

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WGC Shop has introduced back into stock two of Marushin's latest M1892 models. The Maxi and the Maxi Randel. Released in March 08, these have been hard to come by, so if you've been looking for the Polished Deep Black models, buy now.   The metal parts on the two models are sporting a striking finish called 'Polished Deep Black' which from the photos doesn't look all that impressive but I'm guessing you would have to hold one to truly appreciate it. Furniture is authentic wood and the propulsion system is gas.   The M1892 Maxi is retailing for $392.00USD and the Maxi Randel is retailing for $333.00USD from WGC Shop.          

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Tanaka's new Green M870 Scattergun is starting to hit some Japanese stores, so it's the perfect opportunity to present some specifications and a gallery.   Weight is 2.8kg, capacity is 7 shells (6+1), materials are zinc composite receiver and fibreglass stock and pump, length is 970mm.  Price will be around the US$460.   {gallery}shotties/tanaka_green_scattergun{/gallery} 

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We all know about the Tanaka M870 18 inch Scattergun, but what you may not know is Tanaka is also releasing a 14 inch version on October 16th. Not much info to go on but should be similar specs to the 18 inch model except dimension wise. A lot of ...

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After being out of stock for quite some time, Marushin has announced a new shipment of the 'Teminator 2' M1887 Shotgun to add to the maxi8 line.   A reminder of the features: Constructed from wood and compound metal, comes with 5 shells (holds 5 shells), calibre is 8mm (each shell holds one 8mm BB), weighs 1.6kg, FPS is 285, powered by gas. The lever cocking action looks and sounds great, however it is not advised that you swing-cock it, ala Terminator 2 style, as you may damage the gun or yourself.   Re-introduced in December for around the US$260 mark.   Image courtesy of WGC Shop ©   

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Craft Apple Works introduces two new variants of the famous ] M4 Shotgun.   First up is the Benelli M4 Hunter with wood stock. This is an air cocking model and is made from die-cast metal and real wood furniture. This model is due to hit the shelves on October 15th and has recommended retail of US$345.00 but is available as a special pre-order price of US$295.00 from First Factory.     Next up is the Benelli U.S. M1014 Sawed-off Stock. This model is air cocking and like the M4 Hunter, is made from Metal with an authentic wood stock. Sawn off stock and barrel makes this the ultimate in concealment and rapid use. This model was used my U.S. Marines hence the designation model M1014. Available now for around the US$180 mark.

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News just come to hand via Sanken/Mojji, Tanaka have announced another M870 variant....the 18" 'SCATTERGUN'.   Very little information, but I'm thinking it's either 1 of 2 scenarios.   (a) It could be based on the Scattergun Tech 870 before Wilson Combat aquired Scattergun Technologies and released it as the Remington M870 Border Patrol Shotgun.   (b) Or it could be based on the video game Half-Life 2 Badlands mod, the Remington M870 'Scattergun'.   More info is needed to look out for updates. Shipping on 13 Sept and priced at 61,800 yen.   

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Following on from the release of the 18inch M870 Folding stock shotgun, Tanaka has announced a 14inch model as well. Sanken is  taking pre-orders now aiming for a release date of 10 August. Price is 49800yen which equates to approx $410USD. Also to be released on 10 August is a new M700 ...

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Guns & Guys has introduced into stock the new Tanaka M870 18" folding stock shotgun.   Specs are omitted but should be the same as the standard Tanaka gas M870, diff is the stock.   Priced at $3000HKD which is approx $380USD.   

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