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RIFs and RIF Parts Reviews
Apr 20, 2022
Since beginning my affiliation with Longbow BB, I've had the pleasure of using many of their products that they stock. They always ensure that the products they sell are up to standard and meet the needs of the customer. If there's ever any issues with a product bought from them, they're more than happy to help and answer questions to resolve this. Longbow takes the time to know each product they sell so they are able to explain the way it works and able to assist customers.
Below are some reviews on some of the products I've had the chance of using and these are all my own personal opinion.
EDGI CW CHAMELEON (SRS, VSR AND SSG24) SAP PISTON
I have had the pleasure of owning the Chameleon SAP Piston for the SRS, Tac-41, VSR and SSG24.
All of these come in a well labelled box. The difference between a normal SAP Piston and the Chameleon is the eye catching colours of the sleeve which are a limited edition.
They come with 3 different weight choices, a spring guide and o rings. The weights consist of a 120g, 140g or 150g for SRS. Another great feature of this product is the adjustable air-break so if your SRS is slightly too 'hot' at chrono or not quite on the limit, it's so simple to adjust to help your sniper achieve maximum potential with your sites limits
6 benefits I personally find by using the SAP Piston are:
- It is very quiet. The cup design of the piston guarantees a good air seal and creates a softer impact which results in less noise coming out of the cylinder.
- The quantity of weights which are available to add on to increase joules for heavier bb use.
- A retractable air-break for power adjustments if the rifle shoots above the limit.
- The piston absorbs the shock which lessens the vibration which then results in a more accurate and flatter bb flight.
- In addition, it has a self centring head for maximum seal and it doesn't require specific types of lubricants.
- The spring guide sits tightly in the cylinders reducing any vibration.
The only negative I believe there is to the piston is the requirement for maintenance in terms of lubricating the cup. This is not much of a bother for the SRS or Tac-41 platform however, becomes more time consuming on the VSR and SSG24.
With all points considered, I'd give this product a 9/10.
(Disclaimer - This is my own personal opinion I have made after using this product myself)
This is available on Longbow BB website for £120 to £170 - EdGi SAP Pistons | website (longbowbb.co.uk)
EDGI CW (SRS) CYLINDER AND BOLT HANDLE
This product is probably one of my favourites. The finish on the cylinder and bolt handle are exquisite and does the job amazingly. When I had the SRS A2 Sport, unfortunately I had a few issues with the stock bolt pull, it scratched the cylinder quite a lot and it became very difficult to cock the rifle.
However, this solved my issue and now the bolt pull feels effortless. With a beautiful colour and spiral design, the product really stands out and is extremely comfortable to hold. As it was made with such precision, it holds a full air seal and works amazingly with the EdGi SAP Piston.
I give this product a 10/10.
(Disclaimer - This is my own personal opinion I have made after using this product myself)
This is available on Longbow BB website for £150 - EdGi SRS Cylinder & 90 Degree Handle | website (longbowbb.co.uk)
Modify PP2K
If you want something different on the field that not only looks amazing but performs amazing, this is a must have! The Modify PP2K is available in three different colours, black, white and pink and comes with a hard-case. It also gives you the choice of using either gas or CO2 mags (I went with gas) as well as the option of a standard 22rd or 56rd extended mag. As a gas blowback RIF, it has the option of full auto or single fire and both are extremely satisfying to use. Untouched, this product can hit ranges up to 60m which is crazy for such a small, compact gun.
Also available is a quick release holster, suppressor and flashlight. With a rail on top, you can attach any optic you wish.
This can be used with or without the stock as its retractable or even removable and can be replaced with a mag for easier storage.
I'll give this product 9/10.
(Disclaimer - This is my own personal opinion I have made after using this product myself)
This is available on Longbow BB website for £305 - Modify PP2000 GBB | website (longbowbb.co.uk)
Longbow BB
These are the best quality BBs I have come across by far. Supplied in tubs or a bag, there are a wide variety of weights to go for. They range from .25g to .48g and each one comes in a different colour tub. There's also the option of bio and bio tracer BBs which are also made to top quality.
They are high polished to give the best performance from your choice of RIF.
As well as this, there's the choice of buying 1000 in a tub or opting for the XL tub where there's 1900 BBs and both of these are an affordable price for such well finished BBs.
I'll happily give these BBs a 10/10.
(Disclaimer - This is my own personal opinion I have made after using this product myself)
These are available on Longbow BB website - BBs | Longbow BB's
VORTEX CROSSFIRE II CROSSBOW 2 SCOPE
This is a product that Longbow have recently got in stock and are definitely worth every penny!
As many are aware, Vortex products come with a lifetime warranty which is a huge selling point on its own. Let alone the quality of the scope itself and how clear the sight is.
Not only this, it comes with a battery for the red and green reticule illumination and scope rings to make it look even more fancy! If there's any worry of damaging the scope whilst it's not in use, it also has a neoprene protective cover with a vortex logo on.
This is, hands down, the best scope I've ever owned and is more than worth the money spent on it. It's a great scope for any sniper but looks particularly good on an SRS!
I'd give this product a 9/10.
(Disclaimer - This is my own personal opinion I have made after using this product myself)
This is available on Longbow BB website for £209 - Vortex Crossfire II Crossbow 2-7x32 | website (longbowbb.co.uk)
SILVERBACK FAST HOP
The Silverback Fast Hop is available on the Longbow website and is an updated version from the original to allow for easier assembly and lining up. This fits both A1 and A2/M2 SRS'. Although the stock hop up on the SRS A2 worked well, I found this a lot easier to adjust when changing the amount of hop on my RIF. With clearly labelled digits, you can see which way the dial needs to be changed depending on your needs.
This is also a great product due to the low price and the no need for any tools to adjust it when on the field. There are many different hop up units now for the SRS, however the Fast Hop is one of the most affordable and easiest to install and do yourself.
Having never installed a hop up before, I was able to successfully set this up and understand the mechanism well to achieve optimum performance from my SRS.
I'd give this product a 9/10.
(Disclaimer - This is my own personal opinion I have made after using this product myself)
This is available on Longbow BB website for £36.99 - SRS FAST Hop-up Unit & 60 degree Bucking | website (longbowbb.co.uk)
CHUB NUB V3 (CONCAVE)
LongbowBB have outdone themselves again!
This new concave nub is by far, the best I've seen!
This V3 has been created in response to snipers looking to see how the Chub Nub would perform being a concave design. This bucking tends to work best with silverback bucking's.
Once I'd installed the nub, the performance had somehow increased in my SRS. The nub is a very solid design and gives accurate and consistent results. My range has improved by around 5-10m and accuracy by a fair amount! The shots are extremely straight which before I struggled to get.
The V3 can be used with any sniper ammo weight over 0.40gs. This design means it fits in the slot of the hot up arm and has minimal movement, hence the name 'Chub Nub'. This allows for straight BB paths.
Honestly, this is hands down the most impressive nub I've seen in terms of accuracy, range and consistency. My most definite top recommendation!
I'd give this product a 10/10.
(Disclaimer - This is my own personal opinion I have made after using this product myself)
This is available on Longbow BB website for just £5 - Chub Nub V3 (Concave) | website (longbowbb.co.uk)
Thank You Longbow BB
I just want to say a special thanks to Longbow BB for asking me to be affiliated with them.
They have helped me endlessly with advice, support and helping my SRS and Tac-41 perform amazingly.
Their service is flawless and I can't wait to see what the future holds.