The actual name of this new release from PTS Syndicate is PTS Rainier Arms Raptor Ambidextrous Charging Handle - KWA LM4 Version which is already a sought after charging handle for AR platforms. Interested retailers can contact PTS Syndicate for bulk orders... "The Raptor is truly revolutionary in design & function. From rapid palm 'blading' or finger thumb charges of the rifle, the motion is fluid & fast from either strong or support side.

WE Airsoft Europe sent in a poster containing WE Airsoft products that can be ordered by interested retailers in the region. Their much well-received Katana Series are in stock including the Katana Raptor in Black and Tan colours. For those who need the Katana Cylinders, those are also available, plus the magazines that can be used with the AEGs. Also in stock is the 999 series, which is basically their G36-like series.

Dealers in Europe wanting to order more WE Airsoft products can check the following products that are now available at WE Airsosft Europe, starting with the Raptor Katana... "WE M4 Raptor AEG is the Top end model from the new "Katana" AEG Gearbox range. The Raptor handguard is made of aluminum, Nylon made 4 Position Cane stock, Metal 13" Outer barrel with Steel Advanced Armament Corp AAC Flashider.

When user turns the selector to 'Safe', it will release the spring in the gear box back to normal state.

Tiger111HK sends in a very short list of new items that are available at their online store for this week and it's comprised of the Olive Drab colour of S&T Armament M3A1 Grease Gun AEG, the WE Raptor M4 Katana in Tan, and the G&P AK Tactical Combat AEG Rifle in black colour. More photos and details belown and click on the links to go to their product pages.

The most popular among the WE Katana M4 split gearbox AEGs, the Raptor, is now available in Tan colour and in stock at RSOV.com where you can order it for US$386.99...  KATANA System is a new AEG system design by 'WE Tech', a 'Quick change' cylinder unit design, easier to repair and more flexible on swapping power.

More photos of the WE Raptor Tactical Handguard have appeared at Public Enemy. For those who are curious about this product, it can be made to fit M4 Gas Blowback Rifles and AEGs according to them. Now the question is which of these two airsoft systems will require some modification to fit? We'll try to find out more including release date and pricing.