Led by US Army Ranger Col. Danny McKnight (ret) of Black Hawk Down fame, US Army LRRP Sgt. Kenn Miller of Vietnam War, decorated US Army Ranger combat veteran and the best RI from Fort Benning, MSG "Mad Max" Mullen (ret), and legendary Green Beret Col. Paul Longgrear (ret), the series is broken down as Operation Bulld Dog in the South West, Operation Irene in the Midwest, Operation Northern Wind in the East, and Operation Lion Claws, dubbed the "Super Bowl of Airsoft" by adoring fans, in the West.

Each year LC series also produces a history-based military simulation titled Operation Hac Bao in Southern California with a focus on Vietnam War.

First ever in the Airsoft Industry, The Airsoft Etiquette DVD has been released and is available at a participating Airsoft Retailers. Produced by Best of USA Marketing in cooperation with several Airsoft Retailers, the DVD explains the basics of honorable airsoft play and equipment. Check out the sample movie from the DVD by clicking on the Nav button on the right to get to the DVD page, where you will also find a list of participating retailers.

Operation Lion Claws started with a very humble beginning in October 2002 with 80 attendees. Through the years, with support from both Col. McKnight, Sgt. Miller, MSG Mullen, Col. Longgrear and enthusiasts it has blossom into the largest airsoft Mil Sim event in North America. The Lion Claws Customer Appreciation Day is a small beginning to show our appreciation and to provide younger players an opportunity to meet some "old timers".
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