Buying Guides

What fun is a sniper rifle if it doesn't have a telescopic scope sitting atop it? In this blog, we go over our top 5 favourite telescopic sniper scopes available on our website. Our selection ranges from affordable scopes from brands such as Theta Optics all the way to the premium Vortex scopes, known for their quality both in the Airsoft and real steel communities.

If you are shopping for a Hi-Capa you have perhaps too many options, allow us to narrow your search down a bit. Inside you will find our top 5 full metal Hi-Capa GBB pistols, join us if you need help choosing the right Hi-Capa for you!

If you are confused about optic mounts for your Russian rifle, you aren't the only one! In this guide we will shed some light on this from an Airsoft standpoint, and give you the heads up and what to look for to be relatively sure your chosen side rail mount or optic will fit your AK47/74 or SVD rifle. 

They don't make 'em like they used to! If you are less concerned with ergonomics, 20mm rails and other modern comforts that have made men of war soft and feeble, an iconic WW2 SMG is probably right up your street. 

With this in mind, let's take a look at which famous World War 2 SMGs are available in Airsoft AEG form, and our top 5 favourite SMG designs of yesteryear. 

High rate of fire (ROF) Airsoft AEG builds are the staple of both CQB and outdoor skirmishes at longer ranges and are one of the best ways to increase your hit probability and overall number of kills whilst skirmishing. You may have seen another player's AEG shooting at a phenomenal rate, and are wondering how you can upgrade your AEG for that level of performance. Wonder no more as Patrol Base give you the intel on our favourite parts to increase the rate of fire of your Airsoft AEG to provide game-winning performance! 

Whether you have been rocking the same old AEG for a while, or you are putting together a custom AEG build, this article may help guide you to the performance you seek! Our AEG Upgrade Guide outlines the parts we would recommend if you want to increase the range, accuracy and consistency of your Airsoft Electric Gun for better performance in game. 

In the market for something to store your spare magazines, bbs, personal effects, hydration, and tactical snacks whilst you are on the skirmish field? This article should leave you well equipped to set yourself up with a basic, functional rig suited to the role of an Airsoft rifleman. 

Trying to decide which gas to buy? If so, get in here and check out our comparison video on the different VORSK gasses and how they stack up to other brands' offerings. GBB users will find this very useful! 

Attention aspiring Airsoft DMR users! If you are looking for ideas for an Airsoft AEG to base your dream DMR build on you have found the right place. In this blog, we discuss the more unique base gun options for DMR users who want something a bit different to the usual Milsim-styled DMRs which will still be considered acceptable under most skirmish sites' DMR rules. If you have a strong desire to build a DMR rifle which deviates from the usual and breaks the DMR mould then check out our favourite unique DMR base guns! 

Thinking of building an Airsoft DMR? First, let's get you brushed up on how Airsoft sites generally define a DMR! As far as function is concerned, a DMR must be locked to semi-automatic fire only and is subject to a higher velocity limit, but there are other requirements for DMR rifles when it comes to more Milsim-oriented sites which relate to overall length, weight and platform choice. Read on to find out what an Airsoft DMR rifle is and our top 5 Milsim DMR base guns! 

When customising your Airsoft AEG for high performance you will need a replacement gear set if you are pushing things to the absolute maximum in either a high rate of fire setup or a high FPS DMR rifle. The question is, which gearset do you need and what are the advantages of each type? In this article, we will discuss "high torque" and "high speed" gears and what the differences between the two are. 

So, you're thinking about upgrading your AEG to get a little more FPS and range? You'll need to know what spring to buy for your chosen power level so you don't upset any marshalls! Read on for more information on what spring is required to provide a certain power level in your Airsoft AEG. 

It has come to our attention that there is a lot of confusion in the Airsoft community surrounding battery connectors, their polarity and the "gender" of each connector. Allow us to shed some light on this puzzle!

We all know that player (this could even be you!) that loves to buy new and expensive optics for their Airsoft gun just to have them shot out the very next day. Join us as we show you the key to avoiding getting your scope shot out!

So you have your Gun and other kit, but what to wear? We Airsofters may not need to dress to kill, but some consideration towards your clothing choice and how it relates to your playing style can make a big difference to your enjoyment and comfort in-game. In this Buying Guide, we will have a quick run through some of the commonly available uniform types and the ideal situation for each garment. 

Deciding which Airsoft Gun is right for you? Not sure if you need an LMG or an SMG? Check out our post on the different types of Airsoft Guns.

We're sure you have all heard about the tragic incident which occurred on the set of the film Rust. When handling firearms, even blank firing guns, there is an extremely high bar for safety, and a mistake can have severe consequences. In this blog we cover the alternatives to blank firing replicas for Film making, and why Airsoft guns can make even better, safer and more realistic Movie props than blank firers! 

Who doesn't want to sit back and watch your enemy as they helplessly scramble for cover as you land BBs on them from an unfathomable range with complete impunity? Obviously, we all do, but there's a lot to learn before you can find success on the Skirmish field with a Sniper Rifle! Read on if you are ready to take the plunge!

So, you have seen all the cool guys at the skirmish running tracer units and suppressors, and you want to join them? This guide will cover what you will need for all the most popular Airsoft AEG and GBB platforms to mount a tracer, suppressor or other threaded muzzle attachments. If you are looking for a thread adapter, but aren't sure which you need, give this guide a read to find out! 

If you are on the fence about what colour you want your latest Airsoft gun to be, or you are looking for info on the most effective colour for concealment and camouflage, you have found the right place! In this blog we will answer once and for all which colour is the most effective for an Airsoft gun on the skirmish field, and the answer might surprise you! As to which colour looks the coolest, that is up to you! 

The SMG-5 is a Tactical Sub Machine Gun platform that is widely favoured by many Airsoft Players due to it's simplicity, versatility and modularity. Whether you're a Close Quarter Combat Crazy Runner n' Gunner or a slow paced, Covert style Operator the SMG-5 can be designed to suit your playstyle by customising it to your liking with our wide array of attachments, from Foregrips to Handguards and Stocks to Sight Mounts, the SMG5 is here to ensure you're battle ready.

Green, Red, Black, White, all the colours of the rainbow! Such is the variety available in Gas to power your Airsoft replicas. Here, you will find detailed information on different gasses and when their use will benefit you the most. 

Are you sneaking? Maybe you want your glowing BBs to light up the night? In this Buying guide we will go through the different options and roles for Airsoft suppressors and tracers, what they do and how they can help you win!

What even is a flash hider? What does a sound amplifier actually do? Inside we will enlighten you on these and the various other things you can screw onto the end of your AEG or GBBR to style it up!

As the time approaches for gifts for a birthday, Christmas or special occasion it can be a bit nerve wracking trying to decide on what Airsoft Gift to buy.

If you rely on the prolific EU series as your sidearm on the field, you will be happy to learn you have plenty of options if you want to extend the range and improve the accuracy of your GBB pistol. This guide will discuss our favourite upgrade parts, and the ones we have found the most effective for the Tokyo Marui based EU series of Airsoft GBB pistols, such as those made by WE Europe, KJ Works, Army Armament, Raven and VORSK. 

If you are equipped with a sidearm from the superb Umarex/VFC Glock series of Airsoft GBB pistols, you are already in a good spot, but if you want a bit more performance from your pistol you have plenty of options! This article will discuss our top upgrade parts for the Umarex/VFC Glock GBB series and how they can improve the performance of your Airsoft Glock. We will cover range and accuracy upgrades, rate of fire upgrades and longevity upgrades to keep your Glock performing in the long run, so no matter your build objective if you have a Umarex/VFC Glock you will want to read this! 

Looking for better accuracy from your Airsoft Hi-capa GBB pistol? This guide will outline our favourite upgrade parts to improve accuracy and range for the impressive Hi-capa GBB platform. This pistol is one of the best designs in the Airsoft world and has massive potential for accuracy thanks to its overwhelming aftermarket support. Read on to find out our recommendations for the best Hi-capa accuracy and range upgrades! 

Want to build a super swift Airsoft Hi-capa GBB pistol for CQB domination? This guide will clue you in as to what you need! The Hi-capa has rightly risen to one of the top positions as the "pistol of choice" for speedsoft events, and use as a primary weapon in CQB. Your Hi-capa is a compact and capable Airsoft pistol straight out of the box, but if you want to stay ahead of the AEG users in all aspects you will want to consider upgrades to make sending the enemy back to respawn that much more effortless! In this blog we discuss all the top Hi-capa GBB parts, including Airsoft Masterpiece, Laylax and CowCow. Read on to find out which is right for your build! 

Are you looking for extra speed from your AAP-01 Airsoft gas blowback pistol? This article will detail our picks for the best upgrade parts to speed up your AAP-01 for a game dominating rate of fire that is sure to keep heads down! Whether you use your AAP-01 as a traditional sidearm, linked up to HPA as a primary pistol or installed in one of the fantastic carbine kits available for the platform, the parts detailed in this blog will help speed up the cyclic rate of your AAP-01 and give it the performance needed to stay ahead! 

Are you looking for better handling and ergonomics from your AAP-01 Airsoft gas blowback pistol? This article will detail your options for the best external upgrades to speed up the handling of your AAP-01 to allow you to steer the pistol more effectively between multiple targets in rapid succession, and carry out faster and more instinctive reloads. Regardless of how you choose to use the ultra-flexible AAP-01, the parts detailed in this blog will help keep your AAP-01 controllable and playing to its strengths by being the fastest gun on the field! 

Need to upgrade your Airsoft sniper rifle? This guide will give you the rundown on our favourite Airsoft sniper rifle upgrade parts to improve accuracy for the VSR-10 spring action sniper rifle and other Airsoft sniper rifles which use the VSR-10 design. Upgrading your Airsoft sniper rifle for more accuracy is a sure way to improve your performance in-game, and make the most of the advantages of running an upgraded Airsoft sniper rifle. Read on if you want your Airsoft sniper rifle to have "one shot, one kill" performance!

Need to upgrade your VSR-10 Airsoft sniper rifle? This guide will give you the heads up on what parts you will need to increase the FPS and range of your Tokyo Marui VSR-10, JG BAR-10 or any other VSR based Airsoft sniper rifle. There is a lot more to upgrading an Airsoft VSR-10 platform than installing a stronger spring, and other upgrades will also be needed for long term reliable performance. This blog details what you will need to get a greater range advantage from your Airsoft sniper rifle, and keep the advantage for a lifetime of long-range action. More range means more chances to get the kill before the enemy closes in, so get your eyes on this article for the key to Airsoft sniper success! 

If you seek more speed from your AEG one of the best ways to achieve that is by using an 11.1V LiPo battery. The issue with this is that most AEGs are not capable of handling the additional power of such a battery, and will fail quickly without upgrades. Though we do not generally advise this as most AEGs perform well with a 7.4V LiPo, and won't require additional work done, there are ways that you can strengthen your AEG's internals to stand a better chance of handling the additional strain of an 11.1V battery.

If you’re an avid Airsoft skirmisher, we are sure you are as excited as we are to see what incredible Airsoft guns are out there in 2022. Things just keep getting better and better for us, with MOSFETs and Electronic Trigger Units finding their way into more and more guns, and interesting innovations coming from the likes of Krytac, Vorsk, Double Eagle, and many others; 2022 is set to be a fantastic year for Airsoft. As our options expand, choosing the best Airsoft gun can be tricky. To make your hunt a little easier, we’ve put together this handy guide detailing our picks for the best Airsoft guns and gear of 2022 that are available to buy right now!

NiMH, LiPo, LiFe? It's all about power when it comes to batteries, but with different types of batteries, how do you know what is what when it comes to voltage? This guide will give you an insight into what keeps your gears spinning!

If you are wondering why Airsoft Guns touted as ergonomic have sharp cheese-grater-esque bits all over them, and how to save your hands the trauma of having to hold these sharp edges during a firefight, check out this guide on Rail covers, grips and hand stops! 

Looking for some extra fire power on your primary weapon? Have you been stuck in the middle of a reload, no time to get to your sidearm and spent the long, lonely walk back to respawn wondering what could have possibly saved you in your time of need? We have the solution! With a few minor adjustments, you can turn a regular gun into a swarm of angry BBs!

Hi-Cap, Mid-Cap, Flash Mag!.. Sound Control!? We get it, there's a HUGE amount of Magazines out there, but we're here to help identify the types of Mags, the purpose they serve so you can decide which Magazine works best for you.

7.4v LiPo, 9.9v LiFe? 11.v LiPo!? Stick? Crane!? We get it, there's a lot of uncertainty around which battery to use in your EVO, but we're here to help you obtain the answer to the famous question once and for all.

0.20s, 0.25s, Tracers!.. BIOs!? We get it, there's a big mix of BB's and ammo types, but we're here to help you identify The types of BB's, the purpose they serve and decide which ammunition works best for you.

Red Dots, Holographic Sights, Magnified, Short Dots! Flip to side magnifier!? Plenty to take in we know, but we're here to help clarify the different optics available to help you choose what suits your play style and setup. 

RIS, M-LOK, KEYMOD, URX!? We get it, there's a big mix of rail systems and attachment interfaces, but we're here to help you identify what each rail system is and decide which rail system works best for you.

Crane, PDW, Stabilising, CTR! A.X.E!? We get it, there's quite an array of Stock types, but we're here to help you identify The types of Stocks, the purpose they serve and decide which Stock works best for you. 

Read on to find out our picks for the Best Airsoft Guns & Gear. These are our favourites from previous years, now proven designs that you can rely on to perform on the field, with no surprises other than the good kind!

Looking to stock up on Green Gas ready for your next Skirmish? Well, here at Patrol Base we have you covered!

Gather round, take a knee, we have a supply drop from the top dogs of the Licensed Airsoft world, Umarex! Providing immaculate build quality and stunning performance, we are always happy to receive a drop from these guys...

In todays blog we're going to be talking about one of the most reputable brands in both the Airsoft & Real Steel world of firearms training, PTS Syndicate.

If you are looking for your first Airsoft gun, but you don't want to wait for a two-tone paint job, you are in luck! We have recently received a new shipment of the superb G&G CM16 Raider and G&G Firehawk in pre two-tone colours, meaning they are ready to ship out immediately with next day delivery, and no need to wait for paint to dry!

Ever wondered what the sizes are for Invader Gear clothing are? From head to waist sizes in centimetres, find all the information you need to get yourself the perfect fit here.

Find the perfect fitting kit with Highlander. Making sure your next Airsoft Game or camping trip goes perfectly with well fitting clothing. Nothing says comfort like perfectly fitting clothes.

Finally in stock to boost your power, range and accuracy! For a long time we have been personally waiting for this part to complete our upgrade! The ASG - SSG.

We're often asked: "can Airsoft BBs penetrate skin?" - and the short answer is yes, there's always the chance a Realistic Imitation Firearm can be dangerous.

The new kid on the block has just moved in & he's got it all, with an absolutely fantastic array of AR-15's from budget to baller,  Lancer Tactical has got you covered. 

When you're in the middle of a game, you can't predict when or where the BBs are going to start flying, or what they will hit.

If you've got yourself a NUPROL M4 Fast Loader, or have always fancied one which fills other types of magazines, then have we got news for you!

G&G have added yet another masterpiece to their infallible Combat Machine series, which features a KeyMod Rail System, 14mm CCW Thread, Flip Up Ironsights and a Sliding Crane Stock for Crane Stock style Batteries.

Out of the box the ASG Scorpion Evo is arguably one of the best Airsoft guns on the market, and its getting constantly upgraded and updated, but what's next?