Too bad it won't be released in time for Christmas, but if you're not concerned about that and want to have this, Echigoya is now taking pre-orders of the black version. They're expecting release of this new generation AEG from Tokyo Marui on the 28th of December, so if you're saving up for this, place your order and be one of the first to have this outside of Japan. It is priced at US$569.00, shipping costs not included.

"FEATURES:

• Tokyo Marui SHOOT & RECOIL Engine Series
• Replica SCAR Heavy Standard (U.S. SOCOM MK17 MOD 0) Airsoft Rifle
• SCAR Heavy Standard (U.S. SOCOM MK17 MOD 0)
• Electric Blowback powered by Next Generation New Version 2 RECOIL SHOCK AEG System
• Functional Bolt-Lock
• CNC Aluminum Upper Body & Rails
• Black

Preorder now! Release Date - December 28!"