Socom Gear Barrett M82 (M107) First Look

Published on July 16, 2009
Duration: 3:16

This expert review from Booligan Shooting Sports provides a detailed first look at the Socom Gear Barrett M82 (M107) airsoft rifle. The experienced instructor highlights its full metal construction, licensed Barrett trademarks, and internal specifications including a Version 2 metal gearbox and a 650mm 6.03mm inner barrel. Practical aspects like the unique magazine design, considerable weight (25 lbs loaded), and length (approx. 5 feet) are discussed, along with the realism of its assembly.

Quick Summary

The Socom Gear Barrett M82 (M107) airsoft rifle is a full metal replica featuring licensed Barrett trademarks, a Version 2 metal gearbox, and a 650mm 6.03mm inner barrel. It measures approximately 5 feet long and weighs 25 lbs loaded, with a unique .50 cal shell magazine system.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Product Reveal
  2. 00:09External Build Quality and Trademarks
  3. 00:31Internal Specifications (Gearbox, Hop-Up, Barrel)
  4. 00:52Additional External Features (Carry Handle, Bipod)
  5. 01:10Size, Weight, and Magazine Design
  6. 01:48Magazine Options and Reload Challenges
  7. 02:02Optic and Rail System
  8. 02:24Overall Impressions and Realism

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key internal specifications of the Socom Gear Barrett M82 (M107) airsoft rifle?

The Socom Gear Barrett M82 (M107) airsoft rifle features a Version 2 metal gearbox, a one-piece M4-style hop-up unit, and a 650mm inner barrel with a 6.03mm diameter from the factory.

How does the magazine system work on the Socom Gear Barrett M82 (M107) airsoft rifle?

It uses a unique design where a .50 caliber shell acts as an outer housing for an M4-style high-capacity magazine insert. Field reloads require ejecting the shell to load BBs into the mechanism.

What is the overall build quality and realism of the Socom Gear Barrett M82 (M107) airsoft rifle?

The rifle boasts a full metal body with licensed Barrett trademarks, steel components like the carry handle, and requires some assembly, contributing to a high degree of realism and solid craftsmanship, according to the experienced reviewer.

What are the physical dimensions and weight of the Socom Gear Barrett M82 (M107) airsoft rifle?

The airsoft replica is approximately 5 feet long and weighs around 25 pounds when fully loaded, offering an imposing and realistic feel similar to the actual firearm.

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