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Airsoft Gun
Airsoft guns are reasonably priced and are great for hobby, training and recreational purpose. We also have Airsoft ammunition, Airsoft targets, at discounted prices. Airsoft ammo and Airsoft paintballs are obtainable in different attractive colors. Click here for Facts and Questions about Airsoft Handguns
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What is Airsoft?
Airsoft is the product of Japanese expert engineering and a strong desire forrealistic firearms replicas. Airsoft models are 1/1 scale replicas ofreal-steel firearms. Unlike traditional BB guns, Airsoft guns fire a 6mmplastic projectile at speeds of up to 300 feet per second (FPS). Guns areavailable in three distinct types: spring operated, gas operated andelectric, or battery-operated.
Spring operated Airsoft gunsrequire the user to cock the slide or bolt for each shot.
Gasoperated Airsoft models use a propellant similar to CO2 known as GREEN GAS(HFC134a or HFC22 combined with a silicone lubricant). These models aresemi-automatic and require the user to merely pull the trigger to expeleach round. Gas guns often feature blow back action resulting in thehighly realistic cycling of the slide, very similar to the operation of areal firearm.
Battery powered Airsoft guns use a gear andpiston system to expel each round. Electric models are semi or fullyautomatic.
Airsoft is rapidly growing in popularity amongpaintball players and war gamers. Make no mistake - Airsoft is THE mostaccurate and realistic war gaming technology on the market today. It isfor this reason that Airsoft is being adopted by tactical teams and law enforcement groups around the world for its superior delivery of force-on-force training.
What are Airsoft guns made of?
All our guns are made of the same durable ABS Plastic used in items such as motorcycle helmets. Airsoft guns are NOT made of metal and cannot be modified to fire real ammunition. Because they are made of plastic, the guns tend to be a little lighter than their real counterparts.
How realistic are Airsoft Guns?
Even law enforcement officers are often unable to distinguish Airsoft from real steel. Never take an Airsoft gun out in public. Doing so WILL endanger your life.
How do Airsoft guns operate?
An Airsoft gun can operate off one of any three principles. The most common and cost effective are our line of spring guns. Spring guns must be cocked before each shot, usually by racking the slide or cocking handle (rifles). Cocking the gun compresses a spring attached to a piston, when the trigger is pulled, the piston flies forward, compresses the air in the cylinder and fires the BB at an average velocity of 210 FPS. Most people start off with spring guns and often move up to gas blowback guns. Gas blowback pistols use HFC22 or Green Gas. Green gas is loaded into the bottom of the magazine along with the ammunition. This design allows for rapid magazine changes to replace both expended rounds and propellant. GBB guns operate in a manner very similar to real firearms. After inserting the magazine you cock the gun to chamber the first round. Upon pulling the trigger, gas is released to propel the BB out of the barrel at an average of 275 FPS. A small amount of gas is also captured to force the slide back, resetting thehammer and chambering the next round. This is a very efficient systemallowing you to fire the gun as fast as you can pull the trigger. Electricpowered guns use a gear and piston system to offer semi and sometimesfully automatic operation.
How many shots can I get from a can of green gas?
This will vary with the gun you areusing, rate of fire and temperature. The faster you pull the trigger, thecolder the gas becomes thus lowering the pressure. Shooting from a verycold magazine will not yield nearly as many rounds as a room temperaturemagazine. On average, one can of gas should yield approx 2000rounds.
Can I use standard .177 pellets or 4.5mm copper BBs?
NO! This type of ammunition will not work atall in any of our guns and may cause damage to the gunitself.
Are Airsoft guns legal to own and operate?
Airsoft guns are legal to own in most states.Exceptions include New York City (all 5 boroughs) and Michigan. This isnot a complete list - always review all local and state laws/ordinancesregarding BB guns, replica guns, and paintball guns before making apurchase.
Which gun is the BEST?
We get dozens of emails every day asking which gun is the best. Here is theanswer
The MP5 SD3 is our most popular spring rifle while the M9 remains the most popular spring pistol.
The Mini AEGs and Desert Eagle Pistol AEG are the most popular battery powered guns.
The M11A1 is by far the coolest of the gas blowback guns with the M9 following as a close second. For the absolute highest rate of fire, go with the M11A1 gas blow back.
What kind of protection do I need to play Airsoft?
Full face protection is REQUIRED for any Airsoft sporting activity. Airsoft guns can cause serious eye injury and shatter teeth if unprotected. We also recommend using neck protection, elbow and knee guards.
How far will Airsoft guns shoot?
Airsoft guns have a maximum-effective range of about 60 yards depending on whether or not the gun has been upgraded. Stock full-size electric rifles can shoot accurately up to 20-30 yards, spring guns 15-20 yards, and electric guns 10-15 yards.
How accurate are Airsoft guns?
Airsoft guns are very accurate for smooth-bore guns. At 20 yards, you can shoot a 6-8" group.
How loud are Airsoft guns?
Airsoft guns are quieter than a .22 caliber rifle, but a bit louder than a typical air rifle.
How old do you have to be to purchase an Airsoft gun?
You must be at least 18 years of age to purchase any hand gun from us. protectURself.com assumes "NO LIABILITY" arising from the purchase of any products offered in this site; including sale, resale or misuse.
What are the tactical training applications of Airsoft?
Airsoft guns are ideal for tactical training.
I live outside of the US, can I still buy Airsoft guns?
Not from us. Unfortunately, we only ship to the 50 United States.
How is an Airsoft gun distinguished from a real gun?
As required by federal law, the first 5mm of the barrel on any Airsoft gun has a blaze orange marking affixed to it, or has it molded in orange plastic. Removal, alteration, or destruction of the orange markings is both dangerous, and a violation of federal law. It will also void your warranty.
What do the numbers mean on the bb’s?
The numbers refer to bb weight in grams. All of our guns are designed around a specific weight of bb. The recommended bb weight is automatically selected for each product.
What is the muzzle velocity of XXXX?
Spring pistols tend to fire 190-230 fps, Spring rifles 220-260 fps, and mini electric guns and pistols fire at approximately 180 fps.
What is the magazine capacity on XXXX?
The magazine capacities are never lower than the real gun. Pistols are 10-25 rounds, subguns 25-50 rounds.
