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'''Shocktech''' is an American paintball equipment brand specialising in custom [[paintball marker|paintball markers]], aftermarket components and precision machining. Closely associated with [[Bad Boyz Toyz]] and the professional team [[Chicago Aftershock]], Shocktech became known during the 1990s and early 2000s for customised [[Autococker]] markers and its SFL (Super F***ing Light) series.[1][2]

The brand also produced components and customised versions of other paintball markers, including the [[Automag]], [[Smart Parts Shocker]], Matrix and Intimidator. Shocktech continues to manufacture Autococker-compatible markers, components and accessories.[1][3]

== History ==

=== Bad Boyz Toyz and early development ===

Shocktech developed within the American tournament paintball equipment industry during the 1990s.

Its early history was closely connected to Bad Boyz Toyz, a paintball equipment business associated with [[Renick Miller]] and the [[Chicago Aftershock]] professional team.

The Shocktech name became associated with customised tournament markers and aftermarket components, particularly for the Autococker platform.

Danny Love played an important role in Shocktech's marker engineering, technical development and distinctive body milling.[1][2]

Shocktech's products reflected the company's involvement in tournament paintball, where customised markers and performance-oriented components were used by professional players.

=== Autococker development ===

Shocktech became a recognised manufacturer of customised Autococker markers during the 1990s.

The [[Autococker]], originally developed by [[Worr Game Products]], was widely used in tournament paintball and supported an extensive aftermarket industry.

Shocktech produced custom marker bodies, pneumatic components, trigger frames and other upgrades.

Its Autococker products included the SFL range, which incorporated distinctive body milling and specialised components.

Historical models documented by collectors include SFL Autocockers produced during the early 2000s, along with later editions and designs associated with Chicago Aftershock.[2][4]

=== Other customised markers ===

Shocktech also developed customised components and marker bodies for platforms beyond the Autococker.

Documented examples include Shocktech versions or components for:

* [[Automag]] and E-Mag markers.
* [[Smart Parts Shocker]] markers.
* Matrix electronic markers.
* Intimidator electronic markers.

At the 2001 Mardi Gras Open, Bad Boyz Toyz displayed a Shocktech low-pressure regulator designed for the E-Matrix.[5]

A Shocktech SFL E-Mag prototype designed by Danny Love was also displayed during the 2001 International Amateur Open.

The SFL E-Mag subsequently became associated with a limited production run of customised [[Airgun Designs]] electronic markers.[6]

=== Changes in manufacturing ===

Shocktech maintained machining capabilities for custom marker bodies and components.

Technical documentation describes the company's use of CNC machining equipment for marker bodies, frames and other parts.

Shocktech also performed milling operations for selected private-label markers rather than relying entirely on the original marker manufacturers.

Its manufacturing activities were reduced during 2009, when the company disposed of unfinished components and other inventory.[2]

This reduction did not permanently end the Shocktech brand.

=== Return to production (2014) ===

Shocktech announced a return to production in February 2014.

The initial programme focused on the SFL Autococker body kit and other requested components.

The company also announced the resumption of technical services associated with Danny Love, including marker tuning and servicing.

The revival was presented as a return to small-scale custom marker manufacturing rather than a continuation of the company's earlier production volume.[7]

=== Shocktech USA ===

Shocktech subsequently continued operating under the '''Shocktech USA''' name.

The company's official website identifies Danny Love and Mark Van Drunen as co-owners.

Love is described as responsible for paintball engineering and manufacturing, while Van Drunen contributes industrial manufacturing and business-management experience.[1]

Shocktech USA offers complete markers, body kits, pneumatic components, trigger frames, barrels and replacement parts.

Its modern products include SFL Autococker configurations and CG-series marker designs.[1][3]

== Products ==

=== SFL Autocockers ===

The '''SFL''' designation is associated with Shocktech's lightweight custom Autococker designs.

These markers incorporated customised body milling and selected components intended for competition.

Different SFL versions were produced over time, and the designation has continued to be used for later Shocktech Autococker models.[3][4]

=== Autococker components ===

Shocktech has manufactured a range of Autococker-compatible parts, including:

* Pneumatic rams.
* Low-pressure regulators.
* Trigger frames.
* Valves and internal components.
* Marker bodies and body kits.
* Air-system fittings.
* Bolts and other replacement parts.

The company also offers complete custom marker assemblies and technical services.[3]

=== Other equipment ===

Historically, Shocktech manufactured or customised components for several electronic marker platforms.

These included Matrix, Intimidator, Shocker and E-Mag-related products.[2][5][6]

== Relationship with Chicago Aftershock ==

Shocktech's early development was closely connected to [[Chicago Aftershock]] and Bad Boyz Toyz.

The association linked equipment development with practical tournament experience.

The company's own account describes its origins as manufacturing markers and components for competitive use before making them commercially available to other players.[1]

Shocktech is an equipment brand and manufacturing business, rather than an alternative name for Chicago Aftershock.

== See also ==

* [[Bad Boyz Toyz]]
* [[Chicago Aftershock]]
* [[Autococker]]
* [[Worr Game Products]]
* [[Automag]]
* [[Smart Parts Shocker]]
* [[History of paintball markers]]
* [[Paintball equipment]]

== References ==

# [https://shocktechusa.com/pages/about Shocktech USA, "About". Official company history, manufacturing background and current ownership.]
# [https://www.zdspb.com/tech/pbmanufacturing/shocktech.html ZDS Paintball, "Shocktech USA – Manufacturing in Paintball". Technical history of Shocktech's machining operations and custom marker development.]
# [https://shocktechusa.com/collections/all Shocktech USA, "Products". Official catalogue documenting current markers, components and accessories.]
# [https://mcarterbrown.com/forum/paintball-news-aa/the-armory/autocockers/14960-master-list-of-autocockers M. Carter Brown, "Master List of Autocockers". Community-maintained historical catalogue identifying Shocktech and Bad Boyz Toyz Autococker variants.]
# [https://warpig.com/paintball/tournament/gts/mg2001/index.shtml WARPIG, "2001 Mardi Gras Open". Contemporary coverage of Bad Boyz Toyz and Shocktech Matrix components.]
# [https://www.automags.org/forums/articles/markers-aa/electronic/shocktech-sfl-e-mag/2822895-prototype-sfl-emag-story Automags.org, "Prototype SFL E-Mag Story", 9 March 2014. Historical account of the 2001 Shocktech SFL E-Mag prototype.]
# [https://www.socialpaintball.com/2014/02/11/shocktech-usa-releases-sfl-autococker-body-kit/ Social Paintball, Lawrence Abernathy, "Shocktech USA Releases SFL Autococker Body Kit", 11 February 2014.]

== External links ==

* [https://shocktechusa.com/ Shocktech USA official website]
* [https://shocktechusa.com/pages/about Shocktech USA company history]
* [https://www.zdspb.com/tech/pbmanufacturing/shocktech.html ZDS Paintball manufacturing history]

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[[Category:Paintball manufacturers]]
[[Category:Paintball equipment]]