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Airsoft Pistol Product Details
CO2 WG Revolver Pistol Silver FPS-480 Full Metal Non-Blowback Airsoft Gun Package Deal (Mask, CO2 and BBs)
Airsoft Pistol Product Features
This is a CO2 powered Airsoft Pistol which means that it uses CO2 Gas as a propellant. It shoots hard and fast and is extremely lifelike. One feature many CO2 Airsoft Guns have is blowback, meaning that as the BB is propelled forward the slide thrusts backward mimicking the kick of a real gun! This CO2 Airsoft Pistol doesn’t require any pumping just simply point and shoot. This is a high end CO2 Airsoft gun. Please only use .20 gram high quality BBs with this item in order to keep it in working order. Using anything else as ammunition for this gun will void the warranty and may cause it to jam. You must be 18 years of age or older to purchase this Airsoft gun. You will need to purchase CO2 for this gun separately.
How to Pick an Airsoft Pistol
Learn about airsoft pistols and handguns and how you can use them as secondary guns or as main weapons on the airsoft playing field. Many airsoft handguns are fully certified models of their real weapon equivalents and look and operate in the exact same ways while shooting airsoft BBs rather than actual bullets.
There are several kinds of airsoft handguns consisting of CO2, propane or green gas (blowback and non-blowback), spring powered, and AEG automatic electric gun sidearms. Each of these types of pistols has positives and negatives associated with them. Learning more about the styles of airsoft sidearms allows you to figure out which type is right for you and your airsoft gameplay style.
CO2 Airsoft Handguns
CO2 airsoft sidearms are one of the most typical and heavy-duty types of pistols. These pistols use high pressure CO2 gas to launch airsoft BBs out of the pistol barrel.
These types of airsoft pistols are very good for playing in cold and snowy temperatures since the pressurized CO2 gas is stored in the sealed cylinders and less prone to variation by temperature. This fact gives CO2 airsoft handguns exceptional FPS and shot consistency while playing airsoft in the winter months for instance where other kinds of pistols like green gas stop operating or barely shoot BBs.
About CO2 Gas and CO2 Cartridges
CO2 airsoft handguns are powered by common 12 gram CO2 cartridges. These cartridges look similar to a metal cylinder and hold high-pressure CO2 gas composed of one carbon atom and 2 oxygen atoms, therefore the molecular formula is “C + O2 “. These atoms are attached in the following sequence “O= C =O”. The gas is held in the 12 gram cylinders under very high pressure of close to ~ 800psi which translates to 55bar.
They come sealed to keep the CO2 gas securely inside, but when they are opened (firing them inside of an airsoft pistol breaks the cartridge seal) they will begin to lose pressure if they are left unused. If the airsoft games end and you still have CO2 gas left, use the chance to do some handgun target practice and use up the rest of the extra gas.
If they are kept sealed, CO2 cartridges have a long storage life. They do have the manufacturer’s expiry date normally printed on the box or cartridge cylinder, however they can stay pressurized for a very long period past this date if the cartridge seals are not tampered with.
Green Gas Airsoft Sidearm Facts
Green gas airsoft sidearms function similarly to CO2 handguns, but they do not use CO2 cartridges. Instead, they use green gas or propane gas for propellant to shoot the airsoft BBs. The impact on game play and green gas pistol effectiveness is practically the same as CO2 handguns with the guns shooting up to 300+ feet per second. Shots are efficiently fired in semi-automatic or fully-automatic shooting modes and can accurately hit targets at very short to mid-range distances.
The propane is stored in the pistol’s airsoft magazine which can usually hold around 15 to 20+ BBs depending on the handgun type. A series of valves, rubberized gaskets, and silicone o-rings keep the gas stored in the mag until the handgun’s trigger is pulled.
When bringing a green gas sidearm on the airsoft field or arena as a main or backup weapon, bringing additional magazines is strongly recommended for quickly reloading and engaging the op force. Having additional magazines on-hand helps you reengage in the action in the middle of firefights or while sweeping buildings in CQB (close quarters combat) room-to-room combat.
Green gas handguns are great for CQB at airsoft fields considering long guns and full-sized AEGs are generally not authorized to be used during indoor engagements. This is an essential safety guideline due to the close quarters distance of players during shooting engagements and the potential for players to be hurt. While green gas handguns still shoot airsoft BBs at around 300 FPS, the short handgun barrel aids to keep the joules and energy sending the BB at a lower level compared to AEGs, sniper rifles, and long guns.
Thinking About Green Gas Blowback (GBB) VS Green Gas Non-blowback
There are 2 different styles of green gas airsoft handguns. There are green gas blowback handguns or GBBs where the slide moves and non-blowback handguns. The green gas non-blowback airsoft pistols have a stationary slide which does not move.
About GBB and Green Gas Limitations
While green gas normally performs effectively on the airsoft field, it does have drawbacks. For example, when green gas guns are used in the winter in the snow or in very cold temperatures (like under 32 deg F). Given that the green gas or propane gas is stored in the weapon’s magazine by silicone seals, o-rings, and gaskets, cold weather can negatively affect these seals and allow the gas to escape prior to firing the handgun. The decrease in pressure can make the airsoft BBs to merely shoot a couple of feet (like 10 feet in cold temps ) when the gun would ordinarily shoot airsoft BBs over 100+ feet in warmer temps).
One solution to this issue is to make the GBB pistol magazines warmer by putting them next to your body or near a heat source prior to the airsoft game play. If you absolutely want to play with a reliable airsoft handgun in the cold weather, it may also be worth getting a CO2 variation of your favorite handgun.
About Spring Airsoft Handguns
Spring airsoft guns are powered by powerful springs with irregular pitches that propel the BBs out of the gun’s barrel. The manual action of cocking, reloading, and shooting spring handguns makes the fire rate much slower than CO2, green gas, and GBB pistols.
Spring guns work best in springer battles where opponents can exclusively use related, single shot spring handguns or as a close quarters backup weapon for CQB settings when you can often quietly sneak up on other airsoft participants to get a guaranteed one-shot-one-kill. In the latter circumstance, a fast second followup shot isn’t really needed considering that the other player is already hit by the first shot and out of the game play or heading back to respawn. Look out when attacking numerous players considering that the spring weapon only shoots as quickly as you can re-chamber an airsoft BB by hand.
About Spring Handgun Effectiveness
Spring handguns are remarkably reliable under the most ideal scenarios and airsoft games. Spring guns like pistols can normally shoot up to 120 feet or farther with 0.12g BBs but the ability to engage targets decreases rapidly.
AEG Automatic Electric Airsoft Handgun Facts
AEG airsoft pistols or AEPs (automatic electric pistols) are definitely a viable option to carry as a secondary gun on the airsoft field. These automatic electric pistols are typically powered by mini stick batteries in the pistol’s handle. They work similar to an AEG gun and use pressurized air pumped through electrically cycled pistons, gearboxes, and cylinders to fire airsoft BBs quickly and very rapidly at that.
AEG pistol mags generally carry about 20 to 30 airsoft BBs. The handguns can fire airsoft BBs up to about 300 FPS with 0.12 gram airsoft BBs or 200 to 250 FPS with 0.20 gram airsoft BBs.
AEG Pistol Quality and Efficiency
AEG handgun quality has actually increased considerably in the last few years. The earliest gen guns were a bit undependable and questionable, but the new models have the deficiencies worked out and make effective airsoft secondary weapons. They can be modified with increased mag capacities and by accommodating larger batteries.
A large advantage of carrying an AEG handgun is that you have the power to rewire the battery connectors to use a larger capacity battery. Depending on the AEG pistol style, you can gain a large increase in efficiency by employing a two cell Lipo battery (2S Lipo) instead of the stock mini battery.
Which Airsoft Sidearm is Best for Me?
Deciding on the most ideal airsoft sidearm for you depends on your gun budget, how often you wish to play airsoft with it, and where you hope to play. If you can use at least $100 to spend on your airsoft handgun, check out a green gas blowback pistol or AEG pistol. These guns are normally the top of the line, have the greatest efficiency, and are usually a good handgun to purchase. Take a look at a CO2 handgun or more affordable GBB handgun if you have between more than fifty but less than one-hundred dollars to buy a gun. These will still be fun to play with and can be tough sidearms. If you have fifty dollars or less, search for a cheaper CO2 or spring handgun. You can still get a durable airsoft pistol to use for the handgun airsoft guns.
Airsoft Pistol Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Question: What is the best type of airsoft pistol?
Answer: The best pistols are often a matter of a player’s preference. CO2 and green gas airsoft pistols usually are the most durable and dependable. Learn about the different types of airsoft pistols.
Question: What type of airsoft weapon is the CO2 WG Revolver Pistol Silver FPS-480 Full Metal Non-Blowback Airsoft Gun Package Deal (Mask, CO2 and BBs)?
Answer: The CO2 WG Revolver Pistol Silver FPS-480 Full Metal Non-Blowback Airsoft Gun Package Deal (Mask, CO2 and BBs) is an airsoft pistol.
Question: Is this airsoft pistol good for first time airsoft players?
Answer: This airsoft pistol may be a great option for first time airsoft players. It depends on the player’s gun budget, experience, and how much they believe they will play in the future. The CO2 WG Revolver Pistol Silver FPS-480 Full Metal Non-Blowback Airsoft Gun Package Deal (Mask, CO2 and BBs) is a decent weapon for a lot of players to carry in the field.
Question: Is this airsoft gun rentable?
Answer: Lots of airsoft fields rent guns. You will find most fields rent automatic electric AEGs like SMGs instead of handguns or pistols. Therefore, finding this specific handgun model to rent will most likely be more challenging. Check with your closest airsoft field near you to see if they rent the specific handgun model.
Question: Can this airsoft handgun be enhanced with modifications?
Answer: Possibly, this depends on the airsoft handgun type and build. It may be able to accept upgrades depending on what is modified. Search for parts specific to the CO2 WG Revolver Pistol Silver FPS-480 Full Metal Non-Blowback Airsoft Gun Package Deal (Mask, CO2 and BBs).
Question: Are airsoft pistols legal in my state?
Answer: Potentially depending on where you live. Look at your regional gun laws or with your regional police authority. States like Arkansas (AR), Colorado (CO), Illinois (IL), Maine (ME), Massachusetts (MA), Michigan (MI), Mississippi (MS), New York and New York City (NY), North Dakota (ND), Texas (TX), and Washington D.C. do have stricter laws and requirements which may apply to airsoft weapons like the CO2 WG Revolver Pistol Silver FPS-480 Full Metal Non-Blowback Airsoft Gun Package Deal (Mask, CO2 and BBs).
Question: What kind of airsoft BBs does this airsoft handgun shoot?
Answer: This airsoft handgun typically shoots standard 6mm airsoft BBs which are 0.12 gram or 0.20 gram. Look at the product information for more information.
Question: How far can this airsoft handgun shoot?
Answer: A lot of airsoft handguns can shoot around 80 to 120 feet or more. This may include the CO2 WG Revolver Pistol Silver FPS-480 Full Metal Non-Blowback Airsoft Gun Package Deal (Mask, CO2 and BBs). Handgun precision and range depends on the shooter’s ability, shooting conditions, weather, wind, terrain, and other factors.
Question: What do I need to understand for airsoft weapon safety?
Answer: Safety is a top concern when using airsoft weapons. Participants should constantly use safety glasses and protective face masks. The weapon should be used safely with supervision for training in suitable environments or for target practice only. You can learn more about safety by reading the airsoft rules of engagement and safety regulations.
Question: Can this airsoft gun fire real ammunition?
Answer: No, this airsoft pistol can not fire real ammunition and can not be modified in any way to fire live ammunition. It is a toy handgun.
