Tokyo Marui – AK47 – SOPMOD

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Manufacturer: Tokyo Marui (Japan)
Type: AEG
Date Acquired: 03/2007

Update 07/2007

Finally found an X47 rail system I can live with and was not ridiculously priced. The First Factory/Nitro.Vo X47 Rail System. Now just need to replace that crappy GWS AK SOPMOD Bolt, find a Krebs Offset Vertical Grip, Tactical Magazine Catch and possibly an AK104 style front end to fully complete this project 😉

Update 05/2007

UFC/G&P finally released their copy of the TDI X47 rail system. Redwolf has them for $349.00 in Hong Kong, but the Real Steel TDI X47 sells here in the US for $379.00. So this combined with the fact the GWS AK SOPMOD Bolt broke, I've lost interest in this project. Will keep you posted.


Tokyo Marui – AK47 – SOPMOD conversion

The Tokyo Marui AK47 is one of TM's most successful lines as far as durability, and stock fps and accuracy. The are also relatively simple to work on and tons of upgrades exist.

Right now it's still a work in progress. Converting a Tokyo Marui AK47 to a Blackheart Int'l SOPMOD AK. Parts added so far:

I'm now rethinking the whole BHI SOPMOD AK conversion now that the GWS AK SOPMOD Bolt and Selector was of such poor quality. Will keep you updated here.


TM AK47's – (Top) AKM , (Bottom) SOPMOD

Items Generously Supplied by:

GWS AK SOPMOD Bolt and Selector

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Manufacturer: GWS,(Hong Kong)
Type:External Body Add-on

Update 03/2007

After only having this installed for a few days.. The extended Bolt snapped off ;( The welds appear to have rusted a bit and just releasing the bolt was enough force to snap the handle off. Bad build, bad quality. Avoid this add-on.


GWS AK SOPMOD Bolt and Selector on TM AK47 – Closed

I chose to add the GWS AK SOPMOD Bolt and Selector because I want to build a Blackheart Int'l Style AK SOPMOD. I'm waiting for a few more parts to complete the build,but it's well underway.


GWS AK SOPMOD Bolt and Selector on TM AK47 – Open

The GWS AK SOPMOD Bolt and Selector is a nice simple all metal kit. The custom selector switch will hold the bolt open and cosmetically it serves it's purpose.

Unfortunately you do need to remove the stock TM plastic battery tray on the AK for installation. The only problem with that is the mechbox and some innards are visible after installation

G&P 587 AK Tactical Conversion Kit

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Manufacturer: G&P,(Hong Kong)
Type: Body Conversion


G&P 587 AK Tactical Conversion Kit on TM AK47

The G&P 587 AK Tactical Conversion kit is a nice kit for modernizing an AK. This specific kit will accommodate wiring a battery to the rear crane stock. With a little help from mechbox.com, it was a straight forward install which I can give equal credit to G&P and TM for the quality builds of their respected products. (G&P does NOT provide install instructions). Once installed it's a rock solid AK giving it an even more evil appearance ;P

I problem to note. The foregrip top rail is almost too high. You can barely see the front post using iron sights. Not a problem if you choose to use electronic optics.

In the pic above I've already modified the kit by adding the Clubfoot stock, GWS SOPMOD Bolt and Selector and a Real K-VAR KFH Flash Hider with -14mm thread conversion.

Conversion Kit Includes:

  • AK47 Metal Body Set (GP430A)
  • AK47 Tactical Front Set with Grip (Black) (GP468)
  • AK RAS Folding Grip (Black) (GP513A)
  • AK47 Extended Battery Stock
  • QD Sling Clip
  • AK47 Waffle Pattern Magazine (Black) (150rds) (GP581)
  • Battery Holster to prevent short circuit
  • T-Shape Connector Wire for recharge
  • T-Shape Connector Set

Magpul MIAD Grip and Enhanced Trigger Guard

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Manufacturer: Magpul (U.S.A.)
Type: Grip


Magpul MIAD Grip and Enhanced Trigger Guard

This is the airsoft version of the Magpul MIAD (MIssion ADaptable) Grip. This is an airsoft replica of the real Magpul MIAD grip and does not have all the comfort attachments or storage options. But it is an extremely comfortable and well built grip. The Magpul Enhanced Trigger Guard is another Magpul simple affordable solution. It fills that annoying gap between the grip and finger guard and allows for gloved shooting.


Magpul MIAD Grip

The installation was very straightforward. I've installed this grip onto my TM M4 S-System which still has stock plastic body, and it had no fitting problems whatsoever. I also installed a 2nd MIAD on my TM M4 R.I.S with Systema Metal Body, also with no problems. The motor noise has noticeably increased over the stock TM M16 grip though..


Magpul MIAD Grip – Top: TM M4 S-System. Bottom: TM M4 R.I.S.

Magpul M93 Carbine Stock

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Manufacturer: Magpul (U.S.A.)
Type: Stock


Magpul M93 Carbine Stock

This is the airsoft version of the Magpul M93 Carbine Stock in Flat Dark Earth. It's very unique in design and function.


Magpul M93 Carbine Stock – Full View

The modular design is unique in that it allows you to attach rails, storage or mission specific addons. Custom tail addon units that can me added are:

  • MSS Battery Pack Unit – Power supply for night vision, range finders etc.
  • MSS Survival/Aircraft Unit – Small profile stock with watertight storage.
  • MSS Grenadier Unit – Used to store 3x40mm Grenades used in the M203

The unique functionality is you can set it to "remember" your favorite extended stock setting. The release lever is easy to actuate and can be positively locked into position. The stock can expand from 10" in length to 14" in 8 even spaced increments.


Magpul M93 Carbine Stock

The Magpul M93 Stock is made for Armalite style stock tubes. I added a device called the First Factory Hybrid Stock Base to make my G36 compatible with this stock system.

Proud Noveske Flash Hider

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Manufacturer: Proud(Hong Kong)
Type: Flash Hider


Proud Noveske Style Flash Hider

If you browse any airsoft retailer, you’ll notice a bunch of mfg’s have made a Noveske Style Flash Hider. I chose to go with the Proud version becasue it was the closest match in color to Falt Dark Earth and it can be either 14mm+ or 14mm-. It’s a solid unit, but lacks the Noveske markings.

Tango Down – BGV-MK46 Vertical Grip

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Manufacturer: Tango Down (U.S.A.)
Type: Vertical Foregrip


Tango Down BGV-MK46 Vertical Grip.

Is it worth $60+ bux? Maybe, but not for airsoft. I can see where this has it's advantages on a real steel rifle. Once put in place on a rail, it's going nowhere.

Ugh more problems.? Wil not work on the M4 S-System lower rail.?

Nice and well built grip though. Internal storage compartment is a plus too. An airsofter could go with a less expensive vertical grip though.

CAW – BG-15 Grenade Launcher

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Manufacturer: Craft Apple Works (Japan)
Type: Grenade Launcher


CAW – BG-15 Grenade Launcher

The CAW – BG-15 Grenade Launcher is a replica of BG-15 Mukha, Russian Grenade Launcher. Real steel info here.

For a CAW Grenade Launcher, this version is suprisingly heavy and the build has more metal then past CAW builds. But the barrel is still plastic/resin as most CAW grenade launchers are. This is a muzzle loaded launcher.

It performs well, handling all the grenades I currently own. Still a bit awkward to muzzle load, especially on a full size AK.


CAW – BG-15 Grenade Launcher

G&P USMC Helmet and OEF Goggles

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Manufacturer: G&P (Hong Kong)
Type: Gear


G&P USMC Helmet and OEF Goggles

G&P USMC Helmet (Tan)

  • Lightweight.
  • Comfortable – Ships with 2 sizes of internal foam.

G&P USMC OEF Googles (Tan)

  • Lightweight.
  • Uncomfortable face seal. Feels like it's made from plasti-rubber.
  • Uncertain on lense protection level.


G&P USMC Helmet and OEF Goggles

Not a bad setup for a GRAW style setup. Affordable and decent quality build.

Retailer – Boom Arms – Hong Kong


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BOOM ARMS Airsoft
Hong Kong

BOOM ARMS Airsoft is not only a Hong Kong based retailer, but a Cafe. It's nice to do business with people who are actually into airsoft as a sport.

Quote: Boom Arms Website
Boom Arms Cafe is a great place for airsoft fans to sit and share their experience on airsoft, wargame, etc… We provide different kind of nice snacks and drinks for our customers, at the same time, they can have their love guns and gears on hand and play with them. Below are some snapshots of Boom Arms Cafe which show how enjoyable our customers are!

They've been around for years, but I've had some problems in the past with slow replies to orders. Fortunately they just recently released some new Bomber parts (I believe Bomber is BOOM ARMS own brand. Will confirm). And their replies were very quick.

I ended up ordering a Bomber Troy Sights,?AK74 Wood Stock Kit and Element AK74 Metal Body. Paypal'd the order and received it in a day and a half (It seems to have bypassed customs all together). Excellent service and great quality, extremely affordable product.

Only gripes I have is sometimes they are a little slow to reply and their website get's laggy at times (Seems to be a web hosting issue). I will definitely order again.