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I thought I would create a thread which collates those accessories that we have, as the subject title suggests, tried, tested and can recommend to each other. Feel free to add any others that you recommend, and anything that you don’t, along with your reasons why.
Those of you who know me know only too well that form and function must complement one another; essentially, it must look as close to ‘OEM’ as possible, and it must perform perfectly, and without compromise.
So, the Reximex Mito… what works, what doesn’t and what’s missing? Here are my findings to date...
Fill port dust plug
Reximex do not include a dust plug/cover for the Mito, which is, in my opinion, an annoying and unnecessary oversight on their part. It really wouldn’t cost much to include a simple plug!
I purchased a suitable aluminium-topped dust plug from an eBay seller that I have purchased from in the past, ‘erasmuspipebagger’ to more closely match the Mito’s silver finish. He also manufactures a black version for anyone wanting one for their black Mito. It comes with an O-ring fitted and includes a spare. It fits perfectly.
Conclusion: Recommended!
Trigger
The latest pistols are actually not bad out of the box, but the trigger does remain a little on the ‘firm’ side. To remedy this, a change of springs is the, remedy. This has already been covered in several threads, and there are videos on YouTube that perfectly illustrate the process of swapping the factory springs for lighter ones.
The recommended springs are as follows:
0.4mm x 4mm x 15mm – 1 off – For the middle/second stage trigger spring.
0.4mm x 4mm x 8mm – 1 off – For the front/first stage trigger spring.
These are readily available via eBay from seller ‘Red Rose Engineering’. You can, however, use the springs from a relatively cheap retractable ballpoint pen, which are usually 0.3-gauge and therefore lighter. Tesco, for example, sells a pack of 10 for around £2. You will, however, need to trim and finish the pen springs yourself.
The operation, whilst relatively simple, can be a little fiddly. I surprised myself by swapping out the springs in around five minutes! And the result? A much lighter, more predictable trigger break.
Conclusion: Recommended!
Cocking lever
It works perfectly well, but it does sit fairly close to the action, and closer still to a magazine or SSL. There are several ‘biathlon’ styled options available via eBay. The following is my preferred solution, which makes the lever more accessible, providing a multi-faced profile. Essentially, this prevents you from having to feel around for the tip of the lever with your index finger and provides an immediate and tactile feel.
Fitting is a simple case of pushing the aid onto the lever via the small slot at the side, then tightening the screw on the front face to secure it. The screw simply clamps the aid tight, with no metal-to-metal contact to the lever, so no marking of the metalwork.
Available on eBay from seller ‘psc223’.
Conclusion: Recommended!
SSL (single shot loader)
The latest factory item is an upgrade from the original tray, which was a bit ‘cack’. The latest ‘flip-out’ version is better, but still not what I would consider ‘precise’. Having followed the recommendations on several threads, I opted for an @BobP SSL, which I am pleased to report works perfectly. The fit is perfect and incorporates an additional layer of security, courtesy of a small flip-down flap, which you rotate downwards to maintain the loader in situ. The Mito does have a sprung ball bearing that applies pressure to the underside of the mag or SSL, which can sometimes interfere with alignment by applying excessive upward pressure unless accurately adjusted. The ‘lock’ on Bob’s SSL removes the need to do this.
Bob's design also incorporates an O-ring to retain the pellet in situ and prevent it from falling out of the loader. I can confirm that having pushed a number of pellets through the loader and examined them afterwards, no damage or trace marks were evident. And in terms of accuracy, how does the much bandied about term 'pellet upon pellet' sound!
Available on eBay from seller ‘Bob Pattenden.
Conclusion: Recommended!
Magazines
The supplied magazines are ‘okay’, fiddly to load and pellet fussy (they don’t happily accept all pellet types and sizes), and they’re expensive for what they are. I took a chance on a printed item from eBay seller ‘jchu1988’ (JCE 3D) and it is excellent. It provides one more shot above that of the factory 9-shot mag, is easy to load and fits into the action and cycles perfectly. I was also very pleasantly surprised to find that it is almost as accurate as single-shot loading! I have also trialled it with various sizes and weights of pellets, and it hasn’t missed a beat.
Conclusion: Recommended!
Stock
Another @BobP product, which for most of us, needs no introduction… The Target Stock.
For those of you who purchased the ‘S’ (synthetic) version of the Mito, you’ll know that the factory stock is a push-fit affair, which is neat and convenient, but also a little unstable, as the top section doesn't lock into the grip in the same manner as the base does. And in use, it introduces some flex. The cheek piece, LOP and butt pad are also fixed, so essentially, it is what it is.
Bob's stock is, in a word, genuinely 'Solid'. There is no flex, anywhere. And the adjustment on offer, I believe, would fit every shape and size.
The grip is nice and 'fat' and has a contoured shelf at the top, where it meets the action, which also allows you a thumb-up position. It is also straighter in orientation than the factory grip, and more suited to target work, as Bob's description suggests.
With the LOP adjustment fully wound in, it is about the same length as the factory stock. The LOP can then be adjusted a further 30-40mm, and the cheek riser by another 20 - 30mm. Both adjustments are completely toolless, courtesy of the onboard thumbwheels, and everything rotates and adjusts smoothly, with no play.
The butt pad is also adjustable and can be repostioned in seven different positions, as shown in the photo below. Adjustment, however, requires one bolt to be removed, which I suspect is more secure/structurally sound than a sliding type mechanism.
If you are considering a Mito as a ‘Mini/Micro Carbine’, then all in all, this is the best 'upgrade' yet, and one that genuinely enhances the experience, actually transforming it into a more target-oriented platform. Of course, you forfeit the rapid 'take down' option, but this is to the benefit of a structurally solid platform.
Conclusion: Recommended!
CAVEAT – These stocks may or may not be available. At the time of writing, Bob has, for the time being at least, ceased manufacture of his stocks due to other work constraints, and also the time and effort required to produce these.
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I have two recommendations here…
The first, an ‘off-the-shelf’ Hugget Belitta.
Measuring a svelte 120mm x 31mm and weighing in at a lightweight 94g, it complements the Mito both aesthetically and in its silencing capabilities. I have also tried the more compact 'Atom' variant, which worked well, but being smaller wasn't quite as quiet or as aesthetically pleasing, to my eye anyway.
Conclusion: Recommended!
The second, produced by one of our own AGF members @PartTimeLegend
Measuring a more substantial 122mm x 37.8mm although weighing in at a much lighter 65g, it also complements the Mito both aesthetically and in its hushability powers.
This is essentially a high quality printed item, which can be dismantled for cleaning and/or reconfiguration of the internal baffles, which are also printed. I chose the grey inserts, which I felt would contrast nicely with the Nickel finish on my Mito. They are, however, available in other colours.
‘Chunkier’ than the Hugget, yes… But equally complementary in its aesthetics, in my opinion.
Conclusion: Recommended!
Picatinny accessory rail
I’m on my third!
Below are the first two that I trialled, both sourced via eBay.
The one on the left is fabricated from carbon filament and relies upon fitting around the circumference of the cylinder to ensure stability. I can confirm that, despite the seemingly modest appearance, it does remain stable. However, on mine at least, it has the effect of pushing the shroud, and with it the barrel, upwards, thus forcefully, altering the POI. Moving it further back along the cylinder only exacerbated the issue.
The one on the right is fabricated from what I assume is PLA, which is a much softer material, perhaps best reserved for items such as moderators, which do not suffer any structural load. This one, unfortunately, wasn’t particularly stable and under load, the pistol ‘flexed’ downwards, and the rail was able to move back and forth without much pressure. And tightening the bolts further in the hope of achieving a tighter fit resulted in the bolt being pulled through the body of the rail, rendering it 'deceased'.
Conclusion: Not recommended!
So, onto my third… Another @PartTimeLegend production…
I had a chat with ‘PTL’, having seen his full-length rail on another thread and enquired about it i.e. rigidity and grip etc and he kindly offered to make me one at cost price. I decided that I would like to try a half-length version of his, which arrived a few days later...
As you can see, it looks good and more importantly grips the cylinder very well, without any noticeable ‘flex’. The bolts can also be tightened considerably more as the rail is fabricated from PETG, which has a high infill. Of course, this type of design will always be subjected to a certain amount of pressure, which can still result in movement, but given the light weight of the Mito, this really isn’t an issue.
Conclusion: Recommended!
Bipod
Given that the Mito is a relatively lightweight beast, a more modest solution is perfectly acceptable, so long as it is stable in operation and provides the level of adjustability that you require.
My choice, the Keck ‘V8’ style bipod. My Accu-Tac, whilst awesome, is a touch overkill for the Mighty Micro Mito, so a smaller bipod was acquired, more befitting of the Mito's petite proportions. I am aware that these types of Bipods can be hit and miss i.e. sloppy/loose adjustment etc, but this one, under the 'Keck' banner, is nice and solid. And at £19 (current sale price), via ‘SureShot Airguns’, it is a ‘solid’ bargain!
Conclusion: Recommended!
Compact laser sight / LED torch
Purely for sh*ts n giggles, this one… A combined compact red laser sight and LED torch! Another eBay find, from seller ‘dealsforyou04’.
A relatively compact unit, with the torch and laser sight positioned side by side as opposed to one above the other, as seen in many of the other available variants. Not bad for the money. Powered by two rechargeable 4250 3.7v 300mah cells (included) and activated via a simple push button on/off switch.
The torch has three settings, which you have to cycle through, switching the torch on and off each time: Bright/Less Bright/Strobe. And the laser is a simple on/off affair. I have no idea what the laser range/distance is, but I can confirm that it is visible on rooftops a good distance away!
Conclusion: Recommended... For the tacticool fun factor!
Those of you who know me know only too well that form and function must complement one another; essentially, it must look as close to ‘OEM’ as possible, and it must perform perfectly, and without compromise.
So, the Reximex Mito… what works, what doesn’t and what’s missing? Here are my findings to date...
Fill port dust plug
Reximex do not include a dust plug/cover for the Mito, which is, in my opinion, an annoying and unnecessary oversight on their part. It really wouldn’t cost much to include a simple plug!
I purchased a suitable aluminium-topped dust plug from an eBay seller that I have purchased from in the past, ‘erasmuspipebagger’ to more closely match the Mito’s silver finish. He also manufactures a black version for anyone wanting one for their black Mito. It comes with an O-ring fitted and includes a spare. It fits perfectly.
Conclusion: Recommended!
Trigger
The latest pistols are actually not bad out of the box, but the trigger does remain a little on the ‘firm’ side. To remedy this, a change of springs is the, remedy. This has already been covered in several threads, and there are videos on YouTube that perfectly illustrate the process of swapping the factory springs for lighter ones.
The recommended springs are as follows:
0.4mm x 4mm x 15mm – 1 off – For the middle/second stage trigger spring.
0.4mm x 4mm x 8mm – 1 off – For the front/first stage trigger spring.
These are readily available via eBay from seller ‘Red Rose Engineering’. You can, however, use the springs from a relatively cheap retractable ballpoint pen, which are usually 0.3-gauge and therefore lighter. Tesco, for example, sells a pack of 10 for around £2. You will, however, need to trim and finish the pen springs yourself.
The operation, whilst relatively simple, can be a little fiddly. I surprised myself by swapping out the springs in around five minutes! And the result? A much lighter, more predictable trigger break.
Conclusion: Recommended!
Cocking lever
It works perfectly well, but it does sit fairly close to the action, and closer still to a magazine or SSL. There are several ‘biathlon’ styled options available via eBay. The following is my preferred solution, which makes the lever more accessible, providing a multi-faced profile. Essentially, this prevents you from having to feel around for the tip of the lever with your index finger and provides an immediate and tactile feel.
Fitting is a simple case of pushing the aid onto the lever via the small slot at the side, then tightening the screw on the front face to secure it. The screw simply clamps the aid tight, with no metal-to-metal contact to the lever, so no marking of the metalwork.
Available on eBay from seller ‘psc223’.
Conclusion: Recommended!
SSL (single shot loader)
The latest factory item is an upgrade from the original tray, which was a bit ‘cack’. The latest ‘flip-out’ version is better, but still not what I would consider ‘precise’. Having followed the recommendations on several threads, I opted for an @BobP SSL, which I am pleased to report works perfectly. The fit is perfect and incorporates an additional layer of security, courtesy of a small flip-down flap, which you rotate downwards to maintain the loader in situ. The Mito does have a sprung ball bearing that applies pressure to the underside of the mag or SSL, which can sometimes interfere with alignment by applying excessive upward pressure unless accurately adjusted. The ‘lock’ on Bob’s SSL removes the need to do this.
Bob's design also incorporates an O-ring to retain the pellet in situ and prevent it from falling out of the loader. I can confirm that having pushed a number of pellets through the loader and examined them afterwards, no damage or trace marks were evident. And in terms of accuracy, how does the much bandied about term 'pellet upon pellet' sound!
Available on eBay from seller ‘Bob Pattenden.
Conclusion: Recommended!
Magazines
The supplied magazines are ‘okay’, fiddly to load and pellet fussy (they don’t happily accept all pellet types and sizes), and they’re expensive for what they are. I took a chance on a printed item from eBay seller ‘jchu1988’ (JCE 3D) and it is excellent. It provides one more shot above that of the factory 9-shot mag, is easy to load and fits into the action and cycles perfectly. I was also very pleasantly surprised to find that it is almost as accurate as single-shot loading! I have also trialled it with various sizes and weights of pellets, and it hasn’t missed a beat.
Conclusion: Recommended!
Stock
Another @BobP product, which for most of us, needs no introduction… The Target Stock.
For those of you who purchased the ‘S’ (synthetic) version of the Mito, you’ll know that the factory stock is a push-fit affair, which is neat and convenient, but also a little unstable, as the top section doesn't lock into the grip in the same manner as the base does. And in use, it introduces some flex. The cheek piece, LOP and butt pad are also fixed, so essentially, it is what it is.
Bob's stock is, in a word, genuinely 'Solid'. There is no flex, anywhere. And the adjustment on offer, I believe, would fit every shape and size.
The grip is nice and 'fat' and has a contoured shelf at the top, where it meets the action, which also allows you a thumb-up position. It is also straighter in orientation than the factory grip, and more suited to target work, as Bob's description suggests.
With the LOP adjustment fully wound in, it is about the same length as the factory stock. The LOP can then be adjusted a further 30-40mm, and the cheek riser by another 20 - 30mm. Both adjustments are completely toolless, courtesy of the onboard thumbwheels, and everything rotates and adjusts smoothly, with no play.
The butt pad is also adjustable and can be repostioned in seven different positions, as shown in the photo below. Adjustment, however, requires one bolt to be removed, which I suspect is more secure/structurally sound than a sliding type mechanism.
If you are considering a Mito as a ‘Mini/Micro Carbine’, then all in all, this is the best 'upgrade' yet, and one that genuinely enhances the experience, actually transforming it into a more target-oriented platform. Of course, you forfeit the rapid 'take down' option, but this is to the benefit of a structurally solid platform.
Conclusion: Recommended!
CAVEAT – These stocks may or may not be available. At the time of writing, Bob has, for the time being at least, ceased manufacture of his stocks due to other work constraints, and also the time and effort required to produce these.
Moderator
I have two recommendations here…
The first, an ‘off-the-shelf’ Hugget Belitta.
Measuring a svelte 120mm x 31mm and weighing in at a lightweight 94g, it complements the Mito both aesthetically and in its silencing capabilities. I have also tried the more compact 'Atom' variant, which worked well, but being smaller wasn't quite as quiet or as aesthetically pleasing, to my eye anyway.
Conclusion: Recommended!
The second, produced by one of our own AGF members @PartTimeLegend
Measuring a more substantial 122mm x 37.8mm although weighing in at a much lighter 65g, it also complements the Mito both aesthetically and in its hushability powers.
This is essentially a high quality printed item, which can be dismantled for cleaning and/or reconfiguration of the internal baffles, which are also printed. I chose the grey inserts, which I felt would contrast nicely with the Nickel finish on my Mito. They are, however, available in other colours.
‘Chunkier’ than the Hugget, yes… But equally complementary in its aesthetics, in my opinion.
Conclusion: Recommended!
Picatinny accessory rail
I’m on my third!
Below are the first two that I trialled, both sourced via eBay.
The one on the left is fabricated from carbon filament and relies upon fitting around the circumference of the cylinder to ensure stability. I can confirm that, despite the seemingly modest appearance, it does remain stable. However, on mine at least, it has the effect of pushing the shroud, and with it the barrel, upwards, thus forcefully, altering the POI. Moving it further back along the cylinder only exacerbated the issue.
The one on the right is fabricated from what I assume is PLA, which is a much softer material, perhaps best reserved for items such as moderators, which do not suffer any structural load. This one, unfortunately, wasn’t particularly stable and under load, the pistol ‘flexed’ downwards, and the rail was able to move back and forth without much pressure. And tightening the bolts further in the hope of achieving a tighter fit resulted in the bolt being pulled through the body of the rail, rendering it 'deceased'.
Conclusion: Not recommended!
So, onto my third… Another @PartTimeLegend production…
I had a chat with ‘PTL’, having seen his full-length rail on another thread and enquired about it i.e. rigidity and grip etc and he kindly offered to make me one at cost price. I decided that I would like to try a half-length version of his, which arrived a few days later...
As you can see, it looks good and more importantly grips the cylinder very well, without any noticeable ‘flex’. The bolts can also be tightened considerably more as the rail is fabricated from PETG, which has a high infill. Of course, this type of design will always be subjected to a certain amount of pressure, which can still result in movement, but given the light weight of the Mito, this really isn’t an issue.
Conclusion: Recommended!
Bipod
Given that the Mito is a relatively lightweight beast, a more modest solution is perfectly acceptable, so long as it is stable in operation and provides the level of adjustability that you require.
My choice, the Keck ‘V8’ style bipod. My Accu-Tac, whilst awesome, is a touch overkill for the Mighty Micro Mito, so a smaller bipod was acquired, more befitting of the Mito's petite proportions. I am aware that these types of Bipods can be hit and miss i.e. sloppy/loose adjustment etc, but this one, under the 'Keck' banner, is nice and solid. And at £19 (current sale price), via ‘SureShot Airguns’, it is a ‘solid’ bargain!
Conclusion: Recommended!
Compact laser sight / LED torch
Purely for sh*ts n giggles, this one… A combined compact red laser sight and LED torch! Another eBay find, from seller ‘dealsforyou04’.
A relatively compact unit, with the torch and laser sight positioned side by side as opposed to one above the other, as seen in many of the other available variants. Not bad for the money. Powered by two rechargeable 4250 3.7v 300mah cells (included) and activated via a simple push button on/off switch.
The torch has three settings, which you have to cycle through, switching the torch on and off each time: Bright/Less Bright/Strobe. And the laser is a simple on/off affair. I have no idea what the laser range/distance is, but I can confirm that it is visible on rooftops a good distance away!
Conclusion: Recommended... For the tacticool fun factor!
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