Post by Creative Airsoft on Oct 14, 2006 22:36:41 GMT -5
ASC7 Review
Ok lets start this thing off with an overview of the ASC7. The Following info can be found on their site...
Power Source: Spring Powered. NO gas. NO explosives.Lightweight: Weighs 2 lbs.
Dimensions: 8 1/2" L x 2" W x 3 3/4" H - Exactly the same as a real claymore.Set up: Can be set up in the field in less than a minute
Inexpensive: Reusable. Can use damaged, odd shaped or recycled BBs
Safe: Uses NO explosives. Consistent velocities.
As you can see, the ASC7 is VERY realistic! The look is exactly the same as the real claymore and has legs that can be folded out (as in the picture) and set on the ground or close the legs and it will be able to lodge itself in the dirt. It is OD green and hides well into foliage, unlike the CAW Trap, which is black and silver.The design that was used is excellent! The claymore is set off by a latch located on the top, when you depress the switch the latch raises and releases the front cover which lets the mechanism inside shoot the BB’s. I also noticed that with the wired switch there is a RCA connecter at the end (which you can buy off their site or at a local hardware store), since these connecters are so common it is easy to make your own switches. I have toyed around with an infrared motion switch that I took off one of those motion-activated lights, and it worked! I have also tried a magnetic switch, you know when the magnetic connection is broken it goes off. I tried it but I couldn’t get it to work but it is possible. Basically the possibilities are endless when it comes down to custom things on the ASC7
Pros: Very Realistic, Makes Cool loud "POP" noise when set off, shoots 200+ BB's at your opponent, can use pretty much anything as a projectile (ex. Popcorn kernels), wireless or wired or tripwire activated, it is OD green (hides good in the bushes), easy to make a custom trigger. There are much more pros on the ASC7 but I just wanted to list the important things.
Cons: Not much to say that’s wrong except for the durability issue and that will be sorted out in a few months due to Supercell Development getting them mass-produced, that will ensure that each and every unit will be consistent and MUCH more durable. The new and improved claymore will be available for purchase in about 2 months (give or take). I also would like to add that it is limited to 1 FIELD DEPLOYMENT ONLY.(In my experience it has been limmited to only 1 time use, but if you are quick or if there is a break in the action it is possible to use the mine twice).
Loading: There is a hole located on the front cover of the mine where you can insert a speed loader or any BB loader to fill up the mine. The mine holds more that 200 BB’s, but I suggest about 150 BB’s because it is not too much so the BB’s go ten feet and drop, but not too little you do not get a decent spread.
Deployment: It is very simple to deploy in the field, it takes roughly about 30-60 seconds to take it out, fold out the legs, plug in the remote, and remove the safety pin. As I stated above, this mine is limited to only one field deployment each game, due to its loading time.
The ASC7’s main function is an Anti-Personal mine. It is not lacking in the power department either, like most mines or grenades. I know this for a fact because the first thing I did when I got it was test it on myself! It left welts on my legs from about 10 feet away; at point blank I got a blood welt. Basically I think it feels like getting shot with a spring pistol from 10ft away, I would guess 240FPS with 150 BB’s. They just recently came up with a wireless unit to hook-up to the ASC7. I would tell you a bit about it but unfortunately I haven't had the chance to pick one of these up.
Overall: Overall I’d have to give the ASC7 a 9/10 only because of the durability issue, but as I said above that will be sorted out very soon. If you happen to have some spare cash around I highly suggest picking one of these up... The ASC7 is a key element to any Airsofter's Arsenal, and is very fun and helpful in a skirmish.
For More On The ASC7 Go To www.supercelldev.com or contact Jon at jon@supercelldev.com
[glow=red,2,300]EDIT: I have been notified that the new units have arrived...(Injection Molded Plastic Casing and all metal workings). Email Jon for more info.
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Ok lets start this thing off with an overview of the ASC7. The Following info can be found on their site...
Power Source: Spring Powered. NO gas. NO explosives.Lightweight: Weighs 2 lbs.
Dimensions: 8 1/2" L x 2" W x 3 3/4" H - Exactly the same as a real claymore.Set up: Can be set up in the field in less than a minute
Inexpensive: Reusable. Can use damaged, odd shaped or recycled BBs
Safe: Uses NO explosives. Consistent velocities.
As you can see, the ASC7 is VERY realistic! The look is exactly the same as the real claymore and has legs that can be folded out (as in the picture) and set on the ground or close the legs and it will be able to lodge itself in the dirt. It is OD green and hides well into foliage, unlike the CAW Trap, which is black and silver.The design that was used is excellent! The claymore is set off by a latch located on the top, when you depress the switch the latch raises and releases the front cover which lets the mechanism inside shoot the BB’s. I also noticed that with the wired switch there is a RCA connecter at the end (which you can buy off their site or at a local hardware store), since these connecters are so common it is easy to make your own switches. I have toyed around with an infrared motion switch that I took off one of those motion-activated lights, and it worked! I have also tried a magnetic switch, you know when the magnetic connection is broken it goes off. I tried it but I couldn’t get it to work but it is possible. Basically the possibilities are endless when it comes down to custom things on the ASC7
Pros: Very Realistic, Makes Cool loud "POP" noise when set off, shoots 200+ BB's at your opponent, can use pretty much anything as a projectile (ex. Popcorn kernels), wireless or wired or tripwire activated, it is OD green (hides good in the bushes), easy to make a custom trigger. There are much more pros on the ASC7 but I just wanted to list the important things.
Cons: Not much to say that’s wrong except for the durability issue and that will be sorted out in a few months due to Supercell Development getting them mass-produced, that will ensure that each and every unit will be consistent and MUCH more durable. The new and improved claymore will be available for purchase in about 2 months (give or take). I also would like to add that it is limited to 1 FIELD DEPLOYMENT ONLY.(In my experience it has been limmited to only 1 time use, but if you are quick or if there is a break in the action it is possible to use the mine twice).
Loading: There is a hole located on the front cover of the mine where you can insert a speed loader or any BB loader to fill up the mine. The mine holds more that 200 BB’s, but I suggest about 150 BB’s because it is not too much so the BB’s go ten feet and drop, but not too little you do not get a decent spread.
Deployment: It is very simple to deploy in the field, it takes roughly about 30-60 seconds to take it out, fold out the legs, plug in the remote, and remove the safety pin. As I stated above, this mine is limited to only one field deployment each game, due to its loading time.
The ASC7’s main function is an Anti-Personal mine. It is not lacking in the power department either, like most mines or grenades. I know this for a fact because the first thing I did when I got it was test it on myself! It left welts on my legs from about 10 feet away; at point blank I got a blood welt. Basically I think it feels like getting shot with a spring pistol from 10ft away, I would guess 240FPS with 150 BB’s. They just recently came up with a wireless unit to hook-up to the ASC7. I would tell you a bit about it but unfortunately I haven't had the chance to pick one of these up.
Overall: Overall I’d have to give the ASC7 a 9/10 only because of the durability issue, but as I said above that will be sorted out very soon. If you happen to have some spare cash around I highly suggest picking one of these up... The ASC7 is a key element to any Airsofter's Arsenal, and is very fun and helpful in a skirmish.
For More On The ASC7 Go To www.supercelldev.com or contact Jon at jon@supercelldev.com
[glow=red,2,300]EDIT: I have been notified that the new units have arrived...(Injection Molded Plastic Casing and all metal workings). Email Jon for more info.
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