We katana

R.I.T.Z · January 17th, 2013, 12:21

Looking good

RaisinBran · January 17th, 2013, 12:32

Internals look the same as their regular AEG not bad. Probably one of the best stock internals I've ever had a chance to use.

Quote · January 22nd, 2013, 10:45

Beautiful, has anyone seen these countryside yet or gotten their hands on one? Redwolf has them on their website, but their listed FPS is significantly less than would be required for import.

Stealth · January 22nd, 2013, 10:53

Quote:

Originally Posted by RaisinBran

Internals look the same as their regular AEG not bad. Probably one of the best stock internals I've ever had a chance to use.

You should check out a Lonex AEG.

And is that a PLASTIC spring release mechanism? I can see that holding up real well....
I like the overall idea - using Systema Revolution-style feed nozzle that eliminates the tappet plate and then incorporating the whole thing as a standalone cylinder. I'm concerned about high-speed feeding and I'm more concerned about the rigidity of the entire assembly and shot-to-shot consistency in a game scenario where you're going to be resting the gun on barricades and applying all sorts of torsional forces against the cylinder...

RaisinBran · January 24th, 2013, 14:18

I was going to buy a Lonex AEG but chose the WE instead as I got a big discount from friends in Taiwan.

And yeah it's a plastic spring release same as their original AEG, I don't use the GB anymore as I replaced it with a Lonex after I kind of abused it a little too much.

Has anyone got a hold of the Katana yet? I'm still contemplating whether or not to buy this or wait for the A&K PTW...

Quote · February 6th, 2013, 15:53

RedWolf just posted a hands-on video for the WE Katana's.

400 Red, 350 Blue, 450 Grey, Still Will Hurt You - WE Katana System - RedWolf Airsoft RWTV - YouTube

ThunderCactus · February 6th, 2013, 17:09

I looked up everything I could on this and all I can say is "why?"
The only innovation it seems to have is a ptw style loading nozzle. If done properly it will significantly increase air seal consistency, and full auto accuracy.
But it still uses what looks like an AEG lower, and from what I could find I believe it uses a regular M4 hop chamber.
And the fact the receiver held closed by the cylinder makes me worry.

Right now this just looks like an regular ICS M4 with an upgraded air nozzle to me

RaisinBran · February 6th, 2013, 17:13

Quote:

Originally Posted by ThunderCactus

I looked up everything I could on this and all I can say is "why?"
The only innovation it seems to have is a ptw style loading nozzle. If done properly it will significantly increase air seal consistency, and full auto accuracy.
But it still uses what looks like an AEG lower, and from what I could find I believe it uses a regular M4 hop chamber.
And the fact the receiver held closed by the cylinder makes me worry.

Right now this just looks like an regular ICS M4 with an upgraded air nozzle to me

For the price of $300 it isn't that bad. I would choose this over the ICS any day even the clone PTW's (not sure about A&K)

Im still waiting for confirmation from friends in Taiwan, then I'll try and review it.

Dynamo · February 7th, 2013, 14:47

nice to see it uses normal V2 switch. this means i would be able to put in a x130 raptor. add in a good set of helical gears and a high torque motor, and it'll be as quiet as a PTW and offer the same functions. i'd buy that for $300. they just need to make a 416 for it.

Stealth · February 7th, 2013, 15:08

People still use helical gears?

Dynamo · February 7th, 2013, 15:31

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Originally Posted by Stealth

People still use helical gears?

it's all i use. my first set (going on 6 years) is still going strong. when i shoot, people next to be look at my gun with a confused look. first they think it's a GBBR then ask if it's a PTW. always get a good reaction when i tell them whats in it.

RaisinBran · February 7th, 2013, 16:34

I don't even know what helical gears are...

ThunderCactus · February 7th, 2013, 17:01

Flat gears last just as long as helical, its all about quality.
But helical gears will always be quieter, it picks up its slack at an angle, so it doesn't audibly slap.
However it adds angular torque to your bearings, but good bearings should be able to take it anyway.
I always use helicals in my guns

Quote · February 20th, 2013, 14:05

Well, for anyone looking to get one. Looks like they've hit Canada over at TA.

Shatter · March 1st, 2013, 16:08

Has anyone had any hands-on experience with these yet?

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January 17th, 2013, 12:32	#47
RaisinBran Trader rating Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Burnaby,BC	Internals look the same as their regular AEG not bad. Probably one of the best stock internals I've ever had a chance to use. __________________ Armoury: TM M4A1 ICS M4A1 JG M4A1

January 24th, 2013, 14:18	#50
RaisinBran Trader rating Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Burnaby,BC	I was going to buy a Lonex AEG but chose the WE instead as I got a big discount from friends in Taiwan. And yeah it's a plastic spring release same as their original AEG, I don't use the GB anymore as I replaced it with a Lonex after I kind of abused it a little too much. Has anyone got a hold of the Katana yet? I'm still contemplating whether or not to buy this or wait for the A&K PTW... __________________ Armoury: TM M4A1 ICS M4A1 JG M4A1

February 7th, 2013, 14:47	#54
Dynamo Harvester of Noobs' Sorrow Trader rating Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: T̆͒ͥ̓̿̅̈́̐͊̿͗̐̾̃͐ͧ&#8	nice to see it uses normal V2 switch. this means i would be able to put in a x130 raptor. add in a good set of helical gears and a high torque motor, and it'll be as quiet as a PTW and offer the same functions. i'd buy that for $300. they just need to make a 416 for it. __________________ Weapons Technician / Gunsmith Don't look at me, I don't know, lol ¯\(°_o)/¯.

January 17th, 2013, 12:21	#46
R.I.T.Z Crackers Trader rating Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: The Shwa	Looking good

January 22nd, 2013, 10:45	#48
Quote Trader rating Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island	Beautiful, has anyone seen these countryside yet or gotten their hands on one? Redwolf has them on their website, but their listed FPS is significantly less than would be required for import.

February 6th, 2013, 15:53	#51
Quote Trader rating Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island	RedWolf just posted a hands-on video for the WE Katana's. 400 Red, 350 Blue, 450 Grey, Still Will Hurt You - WE Katana System - RedWolf Airsoft RWTV - YouTube

February 6th, 2013, 17:09	#52
ThunderCactus Not Eye Safe, Pretty Boy Maximus on the field take his picture! Trader rating Join Date: Feb 2007	I looked up everything I could on this and all I can say is "why?" The only innovation it seems to have is a ptw style loading nozzle. If done properly it will significantly increase air seal consistency, and full auto accuracy. But it still uses what looks like an AEG lower, and from what I could find I believe it uses a regular M4 hop chamber. And the fact the receiver held closed by the cylinder makes me worry. Right now this just looks like an regular ICS M4 with an upgraded air nozzle to me

February 7th, 2013, 15:08	#55
Stealth Mr. Silencer Trader rating Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Toronto	People still use helical gears?

February 7th, 2013, 16:34	#57
RaisinBran Trader rating Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Burnaby,BC	I don't even know what helical gears are... __________________ Armoury: TM M4A1 ICS M4A1 JG M4A1

February 7th, 2013, 17:01	#58
ThunderCactus Not Eye Safe, Pretty Boy Maximus on the field take his picture! Trader rating Join Date: Feb 2007	Flat gears last just as long as helical, its all about quality. But helical gears will always be quieter, it picks up its slack at an angle, so it doesn't audibly slap. However it adds angular torque to your bearings, but good bearings should be able to take it anyway. I always use helicals in my guns

February 20th, 2013, 14:05	#59
Quote Trader rating Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island	Well, for anyone looking to get one. Looks like they've hit Canada over at TA.

March 1st, 2013, 16:08	#60
Shatter Trader rating Join Date: May 2009 Location: kommiefornia	Has anyone had any hands-on experience with these yet?

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