ICS Airsoft Electric Guns Overview

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If you've been around the airsoft world for a while then you have probably heard of the top 3 manufacturers: ICS, Tokyo Marui, and Classic Army. The most under-rated of the three is the ICS airsoft line. If you are serious about airsoft, this is one Airsoft Manufacturer you need to know about.

Taiwanese based ICS (short for I Chih Shivan Enterprise) was founded in 1983, producing mostly gas and air pistols. As Airsoft Electric Guns (AEG) rose in popularity, ICS switched their focus to high end AEG's in 1998. They now produce some of the finest M4/M16, MOD5, and AK style airsoft guns available. In addition to these popular guns, ICS also produces a line of SIG and L85 Airsoft Guns. Despite issues with earlier ICS models, ICS and most Taiwanese airsoft gun manufacturers do something that many of the Chinese manufacturers do not, they listen to their customer base and work on fixing issues. They have since worked out any issues with their AEGs. The result is a solid product line you can count on.

There is a long list of reasons to buy an ICS Airsoft gun, however it's their Airsoft internals that make them a wise choice for the seasoned airsoft player. ICS designed their gearboxes with a modular, split design using two distinct compartments in the gearbox. The lower compartment contains the gears and trigger assembly. The upper compartment houses the cylinder, piston, and piston head. This split design makes access for repairs and upgrades extremely easy. This innovative design features reinforced gearboxes, metal internals and precision manufacturing. These are items that many airsoft enthusiasts spend the money to upgrade on lower grade Chinese guns.

Another reason to buy an ICS airsoft gun is the solid exterior construction. The majority of their airsoft guns are stamped metal, solid ABS plastic, or a combination of the two (Using metal wherever possible); very durable in every way. ICS airsoft guns truly stand up to the rigors of the airsoft playfield. Finally, ICS has licensed many of their AEG lines with the real steel manufacturers, adding realism with authentic trademarks. Additional features of ICS Airsoft guns included:

• Forward assist knob (on most M4/M16 Models), allows for easy reseating of piston head to take tension off the spring (eliminates the need to fire a few rounds on semi-Auto. Something we all remember after we take the battery out)
• Easy to disassemble, upgrade, and repair
• Solid designs with tight tolerances (little or no body wobbles)

If you are looking to upgrade to the next level of airsoft gun, consider an ICS Airsoft Gun. As soon as you pick it up you'll realize ICS has put a lot of work into their product lines. You can check out our entire line of ICS Airsoft guns at: ON TARGET AIRSOFT