Review of the Cyma M14

CYMA M14 SOCOM16 Sniper Rifle AEG Wood

 

http://www.airsplat.com/items/ERM-CYMA-CM032W.htm

Specifications:
- Velocity: 350 FPS (0.2 g BB) / Range 160-180 Feet
- Barrel Length: 15 inches / 39 cm
- Magazine Capacity: 400 Rounds

Features:
- Metal Receiver and Barrel
- ABS/Nylon Simulated Wood Stock
- Integrated Top Scope Rail
- Battery and Charger Included (Small)
- Made in China 

CYMA M14 SOCOM16

by Islander...

Table of Contents
The Real Steel M14
First Impressions
Externals Analysis
Performance Analysis
Issues with the Gun
Final Comments

History of the Real Steel M14:

The M14, when released (first released in 1958 by Springfield Armory) was the modernized version of the highly popular M1 Garand that was used by both the American Army and the Marine Corps as the issued as the infantry rifle in World War 2. The M1 Garand in its time was the worlds first self-loading, semi-automatic service rifle and saw service in WW2, the Korean war and the start of the Vietnam war. The M14 however added refinements that made a good platform great, such as a detachable 20-shot magazine to replace the 8-round clip.  Another great addition to this model was being capable to fire in both semi-auto AND full-auto modes. Having this dual-fire mode capability, the M14 became just the second American designed rifle to have this function, preceded by the World War 1 Browning Automatic Rifle (BAR).

Just a rant.... Airsoft, fashion show or practical?

OK, now for today's post, my personal rant. Over the past few games that I have participated in, I have seen a trend that really is going over to the “Tacticool Fashion Show” rather than the practical. 

There are as many opinions in the sport of airsoft, as there are people playing it. Some are in the sport just for the fun and will play with little more than eye pro and a couple of extra magazines tucked in their pockets. Others will go all out with the most current issue “Real Steel” gear. In the end it really is up to the needs/desires of the individual and their team as to what they carry and why, so for now, I'm going to leave some of my thoughts... 

So to start out with, let’s look at some of the gear we wear and why… I’m going to break this out into three lists. 

****Please keep in mind that this list is geared towards the casual airsoft player not the re-enactor or hard core MilSim player****

First the basics:

• Eye Protection or Full Face Protection