A large recreational sports industry has blossomed around Airsoft guns. These guns primarily fire plastic pellets with a circumference of six to eight millimeters. Pellets discharge at a rate of ninety to six hundred feet per second. The guns themselves can have all the characteristics of a toy gun up to being indistinguishable from the real thing. Prices have a similar range. For as little as ten dollars and going up to as much as a few thousand dollars you can partake in this growing hobby. Guns can be used for recreational shooting, target practice, competitions, and even military and police training.
Airsoft guns use a variety of ways to propel the pellets. One way is through spring action. The spring is cocked before each firing. Because of this the gun is limited to a single shot. The upside to the spring version is there is no reliance on gas or electricity which makes it simpler to use and able to function in more extreme conditions. And because there are no batteries or gas propellants they are also more affordable. Spring guns are a great entry level option.
The gas powered guns can be semi-automatic or fully automatic. Powered by a number of different gases, propane, carbon dioxide, and nitrogen among them, gas guns can have the advantage of being more compact and lighter than their electric counterparts. The gas guns can be adversely affected by weather and temperature so care must be taken in properly operating and maintaining the weapon. There are hundreds of variations available in this category. They do have significant firepower in a small package and for that reason are highly desirable.
The automatic electric guns (AEG) are generally more expensive than spring and gas guns but in most cases deliver a superior level of performance. Powered by various types of batteries, battery operated guns run the gamut from pistols to rapid fire machine guns.
Beyond the way the guns are powered is the wide array of gun types available. Single shot pistols in every configuration are produced with a range of quality that includes everything from a pistol that resembles an inexpensive toy to a full blown exact replica of a state of the art military weapon. Pistols can be made of plastic or metal or a combination of both. They can be duplicates of revolvers or automatics with capabilities of firing up to one hundred rounds per second. Obviously, the greater the capabilities the greater the cost and complexity of the gun so make sure you are purchasing a piece that will fit your particular situation. Air guns also come in the form of shotguns with real pump action. There are air guns that are replicas of hunting rifles as well. One of the largest categories of air guns mimics the looks of military weaponry. Within this genre you can find gun replicas of sniper rifles as well as replicas of fully automatic rifles direct from the battlefields of today. There are also copies of bygone eras recapturing the flavor of the old west that people also enjoy.
Airsoft guns have such a large following that there are even collectors for them just like there are for real firearms. The level of craftsmanship and detail in the creation of these collectable air guns is remarkable with a high level of reality built in. Like any other collectable, or hobby, accessories for the enthusiast and collector alike abound. Scopes, magazines, cases and custom stocks to name a few can be purchased to improve performance or to customize your gun. Add to all of the options the low cost of ammunition Airsoft guns can be a great hobby for any budget large or small.
Andy West is a writer on a variety of topics, including gunmanship. If you enjoy target shooting with your children but don't like the safety issues, then Airsoft guns are a good choice.
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