HobbyMods vs OMW

BloodKrunk is at it again! Feast your eyes on another awesome comparison from our old pal. Similar to his Retaliator kit comparison, he takes a look at various brands and their pros and cons. Enjoy!

Last Day of 1000 Subscriber Giveaway!

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Retaliator Kits from around the World

Blood Angel is back, and this time he's looking at more than darts! Our resident Bow-wielding badass is here to talk about Retaliators, and not just any the variety of mod kits from across the globe.

Especially since the Retaliator pump action craze has hit, everyone wants to get the most out of their purchase and breathe new life into their blaster. Of course, drop in kits are an instant go to, but which one is best?

What makes these so different anyway? Is one brand really better than another? Can you justify the price of importing some of these kits from overseas?

Look no further for your answer dear reader. Read on and educate yourself in all things Retaliator.  

 

Nerfcast Episode 9: Loadout

It's time for another new episode of Nerfcast with Josh and Shawn! This week, we take a look at our standard loadouts and what gear and blasters we use.

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Black Friday Ads

blackfriday.com has leaked some of this year's ads and Nerf blasters and accessories

seem to be a hot item this year.  There's even an ad for a Toys "R" Us exclusive sonic series Vortex Praxis! Check out some hot deals you'll be able to find after Turkey day, provided you don't mind waiting in a few lines...... 

Walmart holiday ad

More pictures after the jump.

Kohl's Exclusive Update

Aside from the Rapid Strike Mission Kit, Kohl's also has a Lumitron exclusive that comes with an extra 14 glow-in-the-dark discs. Both have been spotted in stores with "A Kohl's Exclusive" sticker. The prices online are listed at $36.99 and $39.99 respectively. However, in store, they are only 20% off their "normal" price: $54.99 for the Rapid Strike Mission Kit, and $59.99 for the Lumitron. This brings the prices to roughly $44 and $48, which really isn't worth it considering the normal retail price.

Lumitron with 14 extra discs

 More photos after the jump.

Rapid Strike Mission Kit

Kohl's has these for sale on their website and they are appearing in stores. The kit includes a Retaliator (without barrel or stock attachments) and two 18 round magazines with 36 elite darts. According to Kohl's website the "original" price is $54.99, but is currently listed with the sale price of $36.99. No word yet on if this is a Kohl's exclusive or not, but if you don't care about the attachments or the 12 round magazine, this might be worth looking into.

Original Page: http://www.kohls.com/upgrade/webstore/product_page.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524892945609&pfx=pfx_shopcompare&cid=shopping14&mr:referralID=2663ca3f-1bad-11e2-8751-001b2166c2c0#

OMW Rampage and Retaliator Springs

Orange Mod Works now has replacement 5kg springs for the Nerf Elite Rampage and Retaliaotor available for sale on their website. Springs come in a pack of 3 for $15.00 (plus shipping), and are compatible with both blasters.

Source: http://www.orangemodworks.com/product_p/spg-u4x3.htm&Click=4057

Rplacement 5kg springs

Orange Mod Works Retaliator Unleashed

Orange Mod works has announced their Retaliator "Unleashed" kit. The kit (also known as "Stage 1") will feature a trigger catch, two double strength trigger catch springs (in case you lose one), a reinforcement plate, and a 5+ kg mainspring. The spring should be close to double the strength of the stock spring.

From Orange Mod Works Facebook page:

"Hey guys, the Retaliator Stage 1 kit will be available for pre-order on September 14. Our planned release date for this kit is October 30. All pre-orders will ship with a metal trigger. If you wish to purchase a spring on its own, those will be available for purchase next week for the price of $6.00. As a final note, unlike previous preorders, we will be unable to split any shipments that include the Retaliator kit, as our new store software will not allow us to do so. As such, all orders that include a Retaliator Stage 1 kit will be shipped in their entirety upon the release of the kit. If you want other items with the Retaliator kit prior to its release, be sure to place separate orders (one for the Retaliator kit, one for everything else)."

The pre-order page can be found on the OMW website here: http://www.orangemodworks.com/product_p/u-rt1.htm&Click=4057

Retaliator Stage 1 kit

Last Day for Nerf Sale

Tomorrow (September 1st) is the last day for the Toys "R" Us Buy one get one free sale on all Nerf blasters. This includes Elite and Vortex lines. So far the store still has prices about $5 higher than other retailers, but this sale really makes picking up some of those more expensive blasters like the Hail-Fire and Pyragon worth it!

Coupon available here: http://trus.imageg.net/graphics/media/trus/IN082612B_test_cpns.pdf

Sunnyvale Toys "R" Us is stocked up!

Elite Series Launch!

Yesterday was the official launch of the Elite line of N-strike blasters and darts. Check your local store for all the new Nerf gear!  At Target blasters, darts and accessories all seem to be at their original advertised prices.

12, 30, and 75 pack of Elite dart refill packs as well as 18rd magazine.