We always love getting email updates from the guys over at PTS STEEL SHOP as they do create such very cool things, but this particular creation is already starting to cause a bit of debate online! It’s obvious that the new Multifunction Muzzle Attachment (MMA) resembles a Blank Firing Attachment for a real firearm, but is this just a little too realistic?
PTS say;
“Drawing inspiration from the concept of Blank-Fire Adapters (BFAs) commonly used in military training, PTS has developed an airsoft version of the BFA for the needs of Milsim, training, and simulation users. The PTS MMA serves multiple purposes and provides a range of valuable benefits.
Shoot Through Function: The front part of the PTS MMA acts as a short barrel with a threaded opening, allowing BBs to shoot through instead of blocking the barrel with a metal plug. This unique shoot-through function enhances gameplay, ensuring a seamless shooting experience without compromising safety.
Team Identification: In the heat of Milsim games or Mil/LE training, swift and accurate team identification is vital for effective communication and coordination. The PTS MMA features two high visible color options, red and yellow, enabling teams to be easily distinguished during combat scenarios. This eliminates the need for color straps and enhances the overall immersive battlefield training experience.
Safety Bolt: Safety is of paramount importance in any training or simulation environment. The PTS MMA incorporates a high visible red painted bolt that can be securely screwed onto the muzzle. This effectively blocks the barrel, preventing accidental discharge during dry fire drills or when users are in designated “Safe Areas.” This safety feature provides an additional layer of protection and peace of mind.
By attaching the PTS Multifunction Muzzle Attachment (MMA), this innovative attachment combines functionality, safety, and team identification in Milsim games and military/law enforcement training scenarios and brings a heightened level of realism and immersion to the airsoft arena.”
We certainly like the look of it, as it beings yet another element of “real” to the look of our AEGs and GBBRs, and we can certainly see this being useful in a training situation where the ability to “make safe” just by screwing in a safety bolt is the work of a moment.
We also like the idea of having something that is easy and quickly recognised in “Force on Force” scenarios.
But do you think this is a case of just creating something “because you can”? Like elsewhere the internal AA jury appears to be split on this one, and we’d really like to hear what YOU thing… annnnd GO!
