EMG (Evike Manufacturing Group)

Overview

EMG (Evike Manufacturing Group) manufactures licensed airsoft training weapons and replicas for military, law enforcement training, and airsoft simulations. It operates as a subdivision of Evike.com, leveraging the retailer's manufacturer network to produce products resembling real firearms. EMG focuses on collaborations with brands like STI International, TTI, Barrett, and Daniel Defense for realistic airsoft guns targeted at seasoned players.¹²³

History

EMG was established in 2001 by Evike.com to develop training weapons using the retailer's 16+ years of airsoft expertise and manufacturer connections.¹² It emerged from Evike.com, founded in 2000, to create licensed replicas not previously available.³⁴ Key milestones include partnerships for products like EMG/TTI Combat Master and EMG Barrett Fieldcraft sniper rifles.³

Product Lines

Manufacturing

EMG products are developed in the United States through collaborations with manufacturers in its network of 300+ suppliers, primarily for airsoft replicas.²⁵ Manufacturing is outsourced to partners while design and licensing occur under Evike.com in Alhambra, CA.¹³

Notable Products

• EMG/ STI International DVC 3-gun 2011 - Licensed airsoft training pistol modeled after competition firearm.
• EMG TTI Combat Master - Replica of custom 2011 pistol popular in airsoft competitions.
• EMG Helios EV01 - Bolt-action sniper rifle by Ares for precision gameplay.
• EMG Barrett Fieldcraft - Precision bolt-action sniper rifle replica.
• EMG Daniel Defense M4A1 - Licensed M4A1 carbine replica for tactical simulations.

Reputation

EMG is regarded by airsofters as a provider of high-fidelity licensed replicas that closely mimic real firearms, appealing to experienced players.³ Strengths include realistic designs from brand collaborations, though some note reliance on partner quality for internals.²⁷ It holds a solid position in the airsoft market via Evike.com's distribution.⁵