KA Fal anf G&G L85A1

Vince · January 30th, 2007, 10:39

Ok, so I want to buy a new AEG for my british setup (one modern and one old school)

I'd really like to complete my British Paratrooper impression of the Falklands. So I'd need a FAL. But the only problem is that KA just released the model and I haven't saw any review yet.

The other impression I'd like to complete is a modern British Paratrooper with an L85A1. I already have some 30 rounders from my M16A1. But I'm not a fan of the moving ejection port... Looks like another thing to break easily.

What would be your choice?

And could I do a special order on ASCA?

[Lithium] · January 30th, 2007, 11:03

Dont some modern British use Armalites???/ if so, then yo could use an m4.. I am not totally sure a bout that.

Other then that, id go for the l85. love the bullpup design, the lines of the weapon.. awesomeness to me.

sherlockbonez · January 30th, 2007, 11:35

I think some RM uses the A2.

If you want to know if you can do a special order, I would contact Hojo directly.

kalnaren · January 30th, 2007, 11:43

http://www.airsoftcanada.com/showthr...&highlight=L85

After reading that I pretty much gave up on the prospect of getting an L85 for a couple of years.

Skruface · January 30th, 2007, 11:46

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pvt Vince

The other impression I'd like to complete is a modern British Paratrooper with an L85A1. I already have some 30 rounders from my M16A1. But I'm not a fan of the moving ejection port... Looks like another thing to break easily.

What would be your choice?

And could I do a special order on ASCA?

I owned a STAR L85A1 - beautiful gun. STAR offers conversion parts to make an A2. I ended up trading it for a Tanaka M700 AICS, but I will eventually get another. The only downsides are the STAR motor is notoriously bad (but it uses the same motor as a TM AK47) and the battery is an odd size (must be custom made, or a LiPoly). Other than that, the gun was amazing.

Vince · January 30th, 2007, 12:19

Only SAS and some RM use Armalite

Any input on the FAL?

Fidget11 · January 30th, 2007, 14:02

i have seen a couple user reviews out there on the FAL (on arnies i think) and the impressions were good overall but its expensive, and in canada will be even worse.

The Saint · January 30th, 2007, 14:15

Opinion on the KA FAL over at Arnies seems favourable, here's a thread with some informal reviews: http://www.arniesairsoft.co.uk/forum...pic=87096&st=0

The new folding stock versions and medium length one are out, too.
http://airsoft-news.eu/e107_images/n...miliy_2801.jpg

If I had the money, I'd be keen on getting one, much more so than the G&G L85. Heard too many bad things about it.

Goldman · January 30th, 2007, 14:38

Everything I've heard about the G&G L85 says its a worse hunk of crap than the real L85.... Suppose you'll have to go STAR.

Vince · January 30th, 2007, 15:09

Are STAR L85 any better than the G&G?

And how difficult would it be to get a FAL in Canada?

Thanks guys, your help is very appreciated!

Goldman · January 30th, 2007, 15:36

You would have to get age verified first, then either contact some of the individuals that run restricted orders, or ask ASCA to bring one in for you.

My understanding is that the Star AEG, though not perfect will continue to function after a few mags, unlike the G&G. There are a few threads about it over at arnies, run a search on their forums.

www.arniesairsoft.co.uk

Vince · January 30th, 2007, 15:55

Yeah I'm getting verified at the next game.

thanks for your help again

I emailed Hojo for an order

MrEvolution · January 30th, 2007, 16:43

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pvt Vince

Only SAS and some RM use Armalite

+1

Brian McIlmoyle · January 30th, 2007, 16:58

Quote:

Originally Posted by Goldman

Everything I've heard about the G&G L85 says its a worse hunk of crap than the real L85.... Suppose you'll have to go STAR.

I have a STAR L85... I really like the feel and balance of it.. it is a good field gun.. good range and accuracy out of the box...

downside... maybe 1000 rounds through it... and its in the shop... nasty sounds from the mechbox... stripped piston... I hope..

I have plans to get the FAL... just for old times sake... I don't much care how much it costs...... Just wish there was a wood kit for it... like to make a C1A1

Vince · January 30th, 2007, 17:32

I've discussed of the wood furniture with a guy from the UK and he says he might know where to get SLR wood kit!

I'm now looking more and more towards the FAL

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January 30th, 2007, 10:39	#1
Vince Trader rating Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Drummondville QC	KA Fal anf G&G L85A1 Ok, so I want to buy a new AEG for my british setup (one modern and one old school) I'd really like to complete my British Paratrooper impression of the Falklands. So I'd need a FAL. But the only problem is that KA just released the model and I haven't saw any review yet. The other impression I'd like to complete is a modern British Paratrooper with an L85A1. I already have some 30 rounders from my M16A1. But I'm not a fan of the moving ejection port... Looks like another thing to break easily. What would be your choice? And could I do a special order on ASCA? __________________ Who wants to dine in hell?

January 30th, 2007, 11:03	#2
[Lithium] Trader rating Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Vancouver	Dont some modern British use Armalites???/ if so, then yo could use an m4.. I am not totally sure a bout that. Other then that, id go for the l85. love the bullpup design, the lines of the weapon.. awesomeness to me. __________________ HeL is another name i go by

January 30th, 2007, 11:35	#3
sherlockbonez Trader rating Join Date: Oct 2002	I think some RM uses the A2. If you want to know if you can do a special order, I would contact Hojo directly. __________________ Солдаты Свободы

January 30th, 2007, 11:43	#4
kalnaren Trader rating Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Midland, Ontario	http://www.airsoftcanada.com/showthr...&highlight=L85 After reading that I pretty much gave up on the prospect of getting an L85 for a couple of years.

January 30th, 2007, 12:19	#6
Vince Trader rating Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Drummondville QC	Only SAS and some RM use Armalite Any input on the FAL? __________________ Who wants to dine in hell?

January 30th, 2007, 14:02	#7
Fidget11 Trader rating Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Edmonton, Alberta.	i have seen a couple user reviews out there on the FAL (on arnies i think) and the impressions were good overall but its expensive, and in canada will be even worse. __________________ Stop Sulking About It! - Prioritize & Organize! - Canadian Airsoft Is Not A Crime! Primary: G36K Secondary: FMU SIG P226

January 30th, 2007, 14:15	#8
The Saint Trader rating Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Quebec	Opinion on the KA FAL over at Arnies seems favourable, here's a thread with some informal reviews: http://www.arniesairsoft.co.uk/forum...pic=87096&st=0 The new folding stock versions and medium length one are out, too. http://airsoft-news.eu/e107_images/n...miliy_2801.jpg If I had the money, I'd be keen on getting one, much more so than the G&G L85. Heard too many bad things about it. __________________ "The Bird of Hermes is My Name, Eating My Wings to Make Me Tame." Last edited by The Saint; January 30th, 2007 at 14:18..

January 30th, 2007, 14:38	#9
Goldman Trader rating Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Toronto	Everything I've heard about the G&G L85 says its a worse hunk of crap than the real L85.... Suppose you'll have to go STAR. __________________ Maybe you'll find someone else to help you. Maybe black mesa... THAT WAS A JOKE, ha ha, fat chance. My Buy/Sell 1337ness rating

January 30th, 2007, 15:09	#10
Vince Trader rating Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Drummondville QC	Are STAR L85 any better than the G&G? And how difficult would it be to get a FAL in Canada? Thanks guys, your help is very appreciated! __________________ Who wants to dine in hell?

January 30th, 2007, 15:36	#11
Goldman Trader rating Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Toronto	You would have to get age verified first, then either contact some of the individuals that run restricted orders, or ask ASCA to bring one in for you. My understanding is that the Star AEG, though not perfect will continue to function after a few mags, unlike the G&G. There are a few threads about it over at arnies, run a search on their forums. www.arniesairsoft.co.uk __________________ Maybe you'll find someone else to help you. Maybe black mesa... THAT WAS A JOKE, ha ha, fat chance. My Buy/Sell 1337ness rating

January 30th, 2007, 15:55	#12
Vince Trader rating Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Drummondville QC	Yeah I'm getting verified at the next game. thanks for your help again I emailed Hojo for an order __________________ Who wants to dine in hell?

January 30th, 2007, 17:32	#15
Vince Trader rating Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Drummondville QC	I've discussed of the wood furniture with a guy from the UK and he says he might know where to get SLR wood kit! I'm now looking more and more towards the FAL __________________ Who wants to dine in hell?

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