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I have it, I use it and yes they are good for use at events. 

Zone, once UFS Scouts catches up we will see about opening more slots for the Raiders.

Yes.

Prepare for bugs.  This place is absolutely crawling with ticks. Permethrin treatment on your clothing works very well. 

Once the roster is released get in touch with your Squad Leader and figure out what his expectations are so you are prepared in that respect. 

 

Hey guys!

 

We are excited to see everyone at Broken Home 6! Pre-orders are open online now, so get your order in before cut off! Pre-orders will close on Monday, May 22nd!

 

We will have bio BBs, pyro grenades, smoke, LBX gear and uniforms, AEGs, GBB pistols, tracer units, optics, magazines, eye and face protection, comms equipment, bandages, red lights, and more!

 

If anyone has any questions just post them here!

 

Since this was already necropost revived...

Mayo did a great basic baby picture review of Gen 1/2/3 night vision in this timeless classic 2013 thread.
  
http://americanmilsim.com/forum/index.php?/topic/1268-night-vision-gen-1-vs-gen-2-vs-gen-3/
 
 
In short: skip the Gen 1 and save up for Gen 2.

When the swarm shell is fired, it's fired.  That's how you know.  I'm not sure what more you're asking with that.  If you carry 12, and fire each one once you've reached your compliment and have to rearm at a FOB or MRP.  But when it comes down to it, this is a game of honor and integrity.  It's hard for AMS to police every little thing in the field and trust is placed in players to play by the rules. 
 
In reference to vehicles, I say this as someone who is a part of the cab crew for a technical at these events.  When we know we've been hit with a rocket, or other rounds which would take us down, we absolutely call it.  With a swarm type of round, we'd need to definitely be able to see it and know that's exactly what we were hit with.  Just the sound isn't going to tell us anything because rolling into a firefight and being in the cab it sounds like someone is shaking a can full of rocks with all the noise from BB's bouncing off the body of the truck.  
 
If you hit a vehicle with a swarm grenade and they don't call a hit, it's not that they are trying to cheat, they probably didn't see you firing it, and can't tell the difference between that and the barrage of rifle fire hitting the vehicle. 

I used nerf rounds and wrapped duct tape around them to make them fit in the barrel.  It took a few times to get the size right, and I could get 70-90 yards out of them easily, but I would imagine powdering the barrel would have given me a little less friction on the way out.

If she wants to get off site to go do some things there is a Casino near by, and the town of Miami isn't far off either.  

As for being in the field, AMS may require a press pass, and at the very least she will need to have a waiver on file for both the location and for AMS, as well as necessary safety equipment on before ever stepping foot into the AO. 

http://americanmilsim.com/forum/index.php?/topic/3201-american-milsim-ruleset/&do=findComment&comment=26440
 
Read the rules! It clearly states 400fps with .20s for rifleman.
 
You'll have to change your spring or make it shoot semi auto ONLY for DMR.

She'd need to purchase a press pass to be on the Active AO.

Please be sure to pull the directions prior to leaving the house.  Year after year people get lost.

 

D-Day Adventure Park

66800 East 175 Road

Wyandotte, OK 74370

 

 

https://www.google.c...36.759997?hl=en

We are overhauling the site to make updating the storyline much easier for staff to update as well as people to read.

There will no longer be Safety "Rules" Briefing at American Milsim events.  The ruleset is published online and encourage you to read and understand what you are signing up for.  At the morning formation with both factions we will touch on need to know safety hazards, rule changes for the event specific and of course remind you about full seal, ace bandages etc.
 
We plan to keep this short and sweet followed by a final rally at your FOB to touch on the Mission Brief for those that did not make the Friday faction meeting.
 
I blame Bo for the 2343234 briefings some of you have been to.  This concludes your final AMS classroom power point safety briefing. 

First off, I have an Amateur Radio License, as well as several channels licensed for business use, so I'm educated on this, and not blowing smoke with my answer. 

You need an Amateur Radio License (Ham) of Technician or higher to operate on the frequencies within the amateur radio band.  

The UV-5R is capable of transmitting on frequencies between: 
VHF: 136-174 MHz
UHF: 400-520 MHz

Amateur band's in which the UV-5R can reach: 
VHF: 144-148 MHz
UHF: 420-450 MHz
(stay off these channels if you don't have a license)

Please be aware that these radios are also capable of transmitting and receiving emergency services and other business frequencies.  In most cases you can monitor and listen to any of these channels, what is restricted by the FCC is the act of transmitting on a channel you are not authorized to. 

What channels can you legally transmit on?
Multi-Use Radio Service Channels: https://www.fcc.gov/general/multi-use-radio-service-murs
Business Channels in which you hold the business license, or are authorized by the business licensee to transmit on. 

Then comes the issue of FRS/GMRS channels.  
The FCC presently requires a GMRS license to transmit on any GMRS channels (Bubble-pack channels  15-22).  
FRS is restricted to 500mw (0.5 watts) of transmitting power. 
Is this enforced? It can be, but the FCC has pretty much let this go by the wayside. So, I'm not saying you'll be absolutely 100% safe, but I've never seen FCC enforcement of this.  - If you play nice, aren't being disruptive, or interfering with others, there is little reason to gain the attention of the FCC.   
If you are interested in getting a GMRS license: https://www.fcc.gov/general/general-mobile-radio-service-gmrs

Most airsoft events use the FRS/GMRS channels for communications.  Lately it seems that American Milsim's comms matrix has been in the business band, so I'm making an assumption on this next statement, but it appears that American Milsim has licensed a handful of business itinerant frequencies for use at their events.  Many people purchase the UV-5R as a budget radio because it can transmit on these channels, as well as others.  Is it perfectly 100% legal? Not always, but also the FRS/GMRS enforcement has little to no existence. 

Bottomline: If it's not a public use channel (meaning the FCC requires you to have a license to transmit on it), or you don't have permission of the licensee to use their licensed channel, stay off of it.  

Let me know if you have additional questions. 

First off, I have an Amateur Radio License, as well as several channels licensed for business use, so I'm educated on this, and not blowing smoke with my answer. 

You need an Amateur Radio License (Ham) of Technician or higher to operate on the frequencies within the amateur radio band.  

The UV-5R is capable of transmitting on frequencies between: 
VHF: 136-174 MHz
UHF: 400-520 MHz

Amateur band's in which the UV-5R can reach: 
VHF: 144-148 MHz
UHF: 420-450 MHz
(stay off these channels if you don't have a license)

Please be aware that these radios are also capable of transmitting and receiving emergency services and other business frequencies.  In most cases you can monitor and listen to any of these channels, what is restricted by the FCC is the act of transmitting on a channel you are not authorized to. 

What channels can you legally transmit on?
Multi-Use Radio Service Channels: https://www.fcc.gov/general/multi-use-radio-service-murs
Business Channels in which you hold the business license, or are authorized by the business licensee to transmit on. 

Then comes the issue of FRS/GMRS channels.  
The FCC presently requires a GMRS license to transmit on any GMRS channels (Bubble-pack channels  15-22).  
FRS is restricted to 500mw (0.5 watts) of transmitting power. 
Is this enforced? It can be, but the FCC has pretty much let this go by the wayside. So, I'm not saying you'll be absolutely 100% safe, but I've never seen FCC enforcement of this.  - If you play nice, aren't being disruptive, or interfering with others, there is little reason to gain the attention of the FCC.   
If you are interested in getting a GMRS license: https://www.fcc.gov/general/general-mobile-radio-service-gmrs

Most airsoft events use the FRS/GMRS channels for communications.  Lately it seems that American Milsim's comms matrix has been in the business band, so I'm making an assumption on this next statement, but it appears that American Milsim has licensed a handful of business itinerant frequencies for use at their events.  Many people purchase the UV-5R as a budget radio because it can transmit on these channels, as well as others.  Is it perfectly 100% legal? Not always, but also the FRS/GMRS enforcement has little to no existence. 

Bottomline: If it's not a public use channel (meaning the FCC requires you to have a license to transmit on it), or you don't have permission of the licensee to use their licensed channel, stay off of it.  

Let me know if you have additional questions. 

First off, I have an Amateur Radio License, as well as several channels licensed for business use, so I'm educated on this, and not blowing smoke with my answer. 

You need an Amateur Radio License (Ham) of Technician or higher to operate on the frequencies within the amateur radio band.  

The UV-5R is capable of transmitting on frequencies between: 
VHF: 136-174 MHz
UHF: 400-520 MHz

Amateur band's in which the UV-5R can reach: 
VHF: 144-148 MHz
UHF: 420-450 MHz
(stay off these channels if you don't have a license)

Please be aware that these radios are also capable of transmitting and receiving emergency services and other business frequencies.  In most cases you can monitor and listen to any of these channels, what is restricted by the FCC is the act of transmitting on a channel you are not authorized to. 

What channels can you legally transmit on?
Multi-Use Radio Service Channels: https://www.fcc.gov/general/multi-use-radio-service-murs
Business Channels in which you hold the business license, or are authorized by the business licensee to transmit on. 

Then comes the issue of FRS/GMRS channels.  
The FCC presently requires a GMRS license to transmit on any GMRS channels (Bubble-pack channels  15-22).  
FRS is restricted to 500mw (0.5 watts) of transmitting power. 
Is this enforced? It can be, but the FCC has pretty much let this go by the wayside. So, I'm not saying you'll be absolutely 100% safe, but I've never seen FCC enforcement of this.  - If you play nice, aren't being disruptive, or interfering with others, there is little reason to gain the attention of the FCC.   
If you are interested in getting a GMRS license: https://www.fcc.gov/general/general-mobile-radio-service-gmrs

Most airsoft events use the FRS/GMRS channels for communications.  Lately it seems that American Milsim's comms matrix has been in the business band, so I'm making an assumption on this next statement, but it appears that American Milsim has licensed a handful of business itinerant frequencies for use at their events.  Many people purchase the UV-5R as a budget radio because it can transmit on these channels, as well as others.  Is it perfectly 100% legal? Not always, but also the FRS/GMRS enforcement has little to no existence. 

Bottomline: If it's not a public use channel (meaning the FCC requires you to have a license to transmit on it), or you don't have permission of the licensee to use their licensed channel, stay off of it.  

Let me know if you have additional questions. 

First off, I have an Amateur Radio License, as well as several channels licensed for business use, so I'm educated on this, and not blowing smoke with my answer. 

You need an Amateur Radio License (Ham) of Technician or higher to operate on the frequencies within the amateur radio band.  

The UV-5R is capable of transmitting on frequencies between: 
VHF: 136-174 MHz
UHF: 400-520 MHz

Amateur band's in which the UV-5R can reach: 
VHF: 144-148 MHz
UHF: 420-450 MHz
(stay off these channels if you don't have a license)

Please be aware that these radios are also capable of transmitting and receiving emergency services and other business frequencies.  In most cases you can monitor and listen to any of these channels, what is restricted by the FCC is the act of transmitting on a channel you are not authorized to. 

What channels can you legally transmit on?
Multi-Use Radio Service Channels: https://www.fcc.gov/general/multi-use-radio-service-murs
Business Channels in which you hold the business license, or are authorized by the business licensee to transmit on. 

Then comes the issue of FRS/GMRS channels.  
The FCC presently requires a GMRS license to transmit on any GMRS channels (Bubble-pack channels  15-22).  
FRS is restricted to 500mw (0.5 watts) of transmitting power. 
Is this enforced? It can be, but the FCC has pretty much let this go by the wayside. So, I'm not saying you'll be absolutely 100% safe, but I've never seen FCC enforcement of this.  - If you play nice, aren't being disruptive, or interfering with others, there is little reason to gain the attention of the FCC.   
If you are interested in getting a GMRS license: https://www.fcc.gov/general/general-mobile-radio-service-gmrs

Most airsoft events use the FRS/GMRS channels for communications.  Lately it seems that American Milsim's comms matrix has been in the business band, so I'm making an assumption on this next statement, but it appears that American Milsim has licensed a handful of business itinerant frequencies for use at their events.  Many people purchase the UV-5R as a budget radio because it can transmit on these channels, as well as others.  Is it perfectly 100% legal? Not always, but also the FRS/GMRS enforcement has little to no existence. 

Bottomline: If it's not a public use channel (meaning the FCC requires you to have a license to transmit on it), or you don't have permission of the licensee to use their licensed channel, stay off of it.  

Let me know if you have additional questions. 

The "Public Service Announcements", what is this? A joke? Just another rag tag bunch of separatists that must be shown a heavy hand!  COST, CDF and now PSA. The proof is in the fragmentation of  the so called movement! Just another group creating a mess and confusion for the innocent people who just want to be left alone. No one knows who is who and why there is so much hate!! 
 
You want stability and discipline? You want an organized force that continuously crushes rebellion restores order at every turn? Then join the United Federal States, we are unified and we will do everything to defend those who cannot defend themselves! Join us as we stop the bandwagon jumpers who think the grass is greener on the other side of that fence, we will make them pay for creating this upheaval of order! WE will make them regret their choice!
  
We didn't ask for this terrorist movement but you can be damn sure that we will fight for you and your families. Defenders of democracy unite and keep our way of life free of hatred! 
 
If you value peace and wish your loved ones to be safe, join the UFS War Machine! ONE TEAM, ONE FIGHT!
 
Commander
United Federal States!
One Team! One Fight!

Correct, the Midland LXT1800 and other "bubble pack" types of radios can not be manually programmed with different frequencies.  

Correct, the Midland LXT1800 and other "bubble pack" types of radios can not be manually programmed with different frequencies.  

These are the frequencies for FRS/GMRS:
 
Channel 1: 462.5625
Channel 2: 462.5875
Channel 3: 462.6125
Channel 4: 462.6375
Channel 5: 462.6625
Channel 6: 462.6875
Channel 7: 462.7125
Channel 8: 467.5625
Channel 9: 467.5875
Channel 10: 467.6125
Channel 11: 467.6375
Channel 12: 467.6625
Channel 13: 467.6875
Channel 14: 467.7125
Channel 15: 462.5500
Channel 16: 462.5750
Channel 17: 462.6000
Channel 18: 462.6250
Channel 19: 462.6500
Channel 20: 462.6750
Channel 21: 462.7000
Channel 22: 462.7250
 
 
CTCSS (Continuous Tone Coded Squelch System) or PL Tone
These are a non-audible tone given by the radio to restrict who can hear the transmission. Only someone who has tuned in and is listening for the same code will hear the transmission. This is how subchannels work. Most radios will listen for any CTCSS tone and will allow any traffic when no subchannel is selected. However, if the user attempts to transmit without the subchannel, the other user who was using a subchannel will not hear them.
 
CTCSS frequencies in Hz:
*This is the standard accepted subchannel code for Cobra, Midland, and Motorola TalkAbout radios.
**RadioShack, Motorola Sport, and Cherokee Radios do not follow this format and will not be compatible with other radios or each other. They are only compatible with other radios of their same make & model (unless no one uses a subchannel).
 
Sub-Channel 1: 67.0
Sub-Channel 2: 71.9
Sub-Channel 3: 74.4
Sub-Channel 4: 77.0
Sub-Channel 5: 79.7
Sub-Channel 6: 82.5
Sub-Channel 7: 85.4
Sub-Channel 8: 88.5
Sub-Channel 9: 91.5
Sub-Channel 10: 94.8
Sub-Channel 11: 97.4
Sub-Channel 12: 100.0
Sub-Channel 13: 103.5
Sub-Channel 14: 107.2
Sub-Channel 15: 110.9
Sub-Channel 16: 114.8
Sub-Channel 17: 118.8
Sub-Channel 18: 123.0
Sub-Channel 19: 127.3
Sub-Channel 20: 131.8
Sub-Channel 21: 136.5
Sub-Channel 22: 141.3
Sub-Channel 23: 146.2
Sub-Channel 24: 151.4
Sub-Channel 25: 156.7
Sub-Channel 26: 162.2
Sub-Channel 27: 167.9
Sub-Channel 28: 173.8
Sub-Channel 29: 179.9
Sub-Channel 30: 186.2
Sub-Channel 31: 192.8
Sub-Channel 32: 203.5
Sub-Channel 33: 210.7
Sub-Channel 34: 218.1
Sub-Channel 35: 225.7
Sub-Channel 36: 233.6
Sub-Channel 37: 241.8
Sub-Channel 38: 250.3

JP, 

For CCW I typically carry a Glock 27 .40 S&W, using the clipdraw and saftblok, or appi-clip.  I carry the gun with a 2733 base plate for extra finger support and the +1 round (total of 10 in the mag, 1 in the pipe.)  The gun has TruGlo TFO sights.  This is the same weapon I've carried for years as a backup weapon when on patrol.

I carry 180 grain Winchester Ranger Bonded (RA40B) ammunition.  Out of the 27 it chrono's at around 950 FPS - 360 FPE

Occasionally I will carry a Glock 19 or 23 as concealed, but the 27 is by far my prefered carry weapon. 

No, They now drive you out in a golf cart making helicopter noises
 

Had a ton of sign ups today, thanks for waiting to literally the last minutes guys, evidently you like to keep me on my toes looks like we will easily eclipse the 500 player mark, I will get the roster updated tomorrow afternoon/evening.
 
 But really there is a reason we open registration 90 days out! Be kind register early!
 
Understand...
 
The AMS  staff my not be very responsive to Forum Posts, Emails and PMs as we are finalizing logistics and traveling to the AO. Most AMS staff will be on site Wednesday, so if you are trying to contact is via PM, FB, Email after the 22nd you probably will not receive a reply.
 
As always you are expected to conduct combat operations in inclement weather, plan accordingly.
 
Please be safe driving to the AO, and we will see you this Memorial Day weekend.