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Airsoft Pistol Product Details
Refurbished Spring P618 Pistol FPS-125 Airsoft Gun
Airsoft Pistol Product Features
About the Designs of Airsoft Pistols
Learn about airsoft pistols and sidearms and how you can use them as backup weapons or as core weapons on the airsoft playing field. Many airsoft handguns are fully certified releases of their authentic pistol counterparts and run and look in the very same ways while shooting airsoft BBs instead of authentic bullets.
There are a variety of airsoft handguns consisting of CO2, green gas or propane (blowback and non-blowback), spring powered, and AEG automatic electric gun handguns. Each of these varieties of handguns come with benefits and differences associated with them. Learning more about the styles of airsoft pistols allows you to choose which type is right for you and your airsoft gameplay style.
About CO2 Airsoft Pistols
CO2 airsoft guns are one of the most typical and heavy-duty types of sidearms. These handguns use sealed CO2 gas cylinders to move airsoft BBs out of the gun barrel.
These types of airsoft weapons are good for playing airsoft in colder weather since the high pressure CO2 gas is stored in the sealed cylinders and less susceptible to variation by temperature. This gives CO2 airsoft pistols excellent FPS and shot consistency while playing airsoft in the winter months for instance where other styles of airsoft pistols like green gas cease to work or hardly shoot pellets.
Info About CO2 Gas and CO2 Cylinders
CO2 airsoft pistols are powered by common 12 gram CO2 cartridge cylinders. These cartridges resemble a metallic cylinder and contain high-pressure CO2 gas composed of a single carbon atom and two oxygen atoms for this reason the molecular formula is “C + O2”.
The CO2 cartridge cylinders are not multiple-use and you can typically order them in bundles of 12, 20, 50, or 100 12 gram CO2 cartridges. They come sealed to keep the CO2 gas safely inside, but when they are punctured (firing them inside of an airsoft gun breaks the cartridge seal) cartridges will start to lose pressure if they are left unused. You should try to use up the entire CO2 cartridge the same day you open the seal. Use the chance to do some pistol target practice and use up the rest of the additional gas if the airsoft games end and you still have CO2 gas left. There is no gas level indication on the cartridge so you have to shoot until the weapon stops firing.
CO2 cartridges have a long storage life if they are kept sealed. They have a maker’s use by date typically listed on the box or cartridge cylinder, but they can stay pressurized for a prolonged period of time past this date if the cartridge seals are not broken.
Green Gas and Propane Airsoft Sidearm Info
Green gas airsoft handguns function similarly to CO2 guns, but they do not use CO2 cartridges. Rather, they use green gas or propane gas for propellant to fire 6mm airsoft pellets. The result on airsoft games and green gas weapon performance is almost the same as CO2 handguns with the weapons shooting up to 300+ feet per second. Shots are rapidly fired in semi-automatic or automatic firing modes and can hit targets at shorter to mid-range ranges.
The propane gas is stashed in the pistol’s airsoft magazine that can normally hold around 15 to 20+ BBs depending on the handgun style. A series of valves, rubberized gaskets, and seals keep the gas pressurized in the magazine up until the handgun’s trigger is pulled.
When playing with a green gas handgun on the airsoft field as a primary or secondary gun, extra pistol mags are recommended for rapidly reloading. Having extra mags helps you join in the action during firefights or while clearing structures in CQB (close quarters combat) room-to-room fights.
Green gas handguns are optimal for CQB at airsoft fields because rifles and full-sized AEGs are normally not approved to be used for indoor shooting. This is a safety standard because of the close range proximity of airsoft players during the shooting engagements and the potential for players to be hurt. While green gas handguns can still fire airsoft BBs at around 300 FPS, the shorter pistol barrel assists to keep the joules and energy sending the BB at a decreased level compared to AEGs, airsoft rifles, sniper rifles, and long guns.
Thinking About Green Gas Blowback (GBB) VS Green Gas Non-blowback
There are two different kinds of green gas airsoft pistols. There are green gas blowback handguns or GBBs and non-blowback handguns. The green gas non-blowback airsoft pistols have a fixed slide which does not move.
About GBB and Green Gas Limits
While green gas typically functions very well, it does have constraints. For example, when green gas guns are played with in the winter airsoft season in the snow or in cold weather (like under 32 degrees F). Given that the green gas or propane is kept in the pistol mag by rubber seals, o-rings, and gaskets, cold temperatures can affect these seals and make the stored gas to escape before firing the pistol. This can make the airsoft BBs to only shoot several feet (like 10 feet in cold temps ) when it would usually shoot airsoft BBs over 100+ foot distances in warmer temperatures).
One fix to this problem is to keep the GBB pistol mags warmer by putting them next to your body prior to game play starts. If you absolutely want to play with a dependable airsoft handgun in the cold, it may additionally be worth getting a CO2 variation of your favorite pistol.
Facts About Spring Airsoft Pistols
Spring airsoft handguns are powered by strong coil springs that propel the BBs out of the handgun’s barrel. The manual actions of firing, reloading, and cocking spring handguns makes the fire rate much slower than CO2 and GBB pistols.
Spring sidearms work most effectively in springer battles where game players can exclusively use related, single shot spring handguns or as a transitional weapon for CQB environments when you can frequently quietly sneak up on other airsoft game players to get an assured one-shot-one-kill. In the latter scenario, a fast second follow-up shot is not needed given that the other opponent is now hit by the first shot and out of the gameplay or moving back to respawn. When engaging several foes because the gun only shoots as fast as you can re-chamber an airsoft BB manually, be cautious.
About Spring Pistol Performance
Spring pistols are considerably useful under the right situations. Their FPS normally chronos at around 250 FPS to 300 FPS with lighter 0.12g airsoft BBs. These handguns typically fire lighter weight airsoft BBs due to the fact that the springs are less powerful than other styles of airsoft weapons. Spring handguns can usually be accurate at up to 120 feet or more with 0.12g BBs but the ability to hit targets diminishes rapidly. Shooting normal 0.20 gram weight airsoft BBs, you will most likely have a reduced range of around 60 to 80 feet with improved target accuracy.
AEG Automatic Electric Airsoft Handguns
AEG airsoft handguns or AEPs (automatic electric pistols) are also a viable option to carry as a secondary gun on the airsoft field. These automatic electric pistols are often powered by mini stick batteries in the pistol’s grip. They work similar to an AEG rifle and use pressured air forced through electrically cycled pistons, gearboxes, and cylinders to shoot airsoft BBs quickly and very quickly at that.
AEG pistol mags generally hold about 20 to 30 airsoft BBs. The pistols can fire airsoft BBs approximately about 300 FPS using 0.12 gram airsoft BBs or about 200 to 250 FPS with 0.20 gram airsoft BBs. The electrical gearbox system can shoot around 700+ BBs per minute which depends on if you have enough magazines to reload the gun and the battery lasts that long. These pistols can precisely fire airsoft BBs at around 150 foot ranges.
AEG Pistol Quality and Performance
AEG handgun quality has risen significantly in the last few years. The first generation guns were a little bit questionable and undependable, but the newer models have the issues resolved and make effective airsoft secondary guns. They can be upgraded with enhanced magazine capacities as well as accommodating more powerful batteries.
A large perk of carrying an AEG pistol is that you have the capability to rewire the adapters to use a bigger battery with longer life. Based on the AEG pistol version, you can gain a big jump in efficiency by using a 2 cell Lipo battery (2S Lipo) as an alternative to the standard battery. Take extra precautions when adjusting the elements and wires since you must think about the voltages, mAh, and electrical loads of the batteries. If you have customization concerns, ask a qualified airsoft service technician at your closest airsoft store or shop.
Which Airsoft Pistol is Right for Me to Buy?
Finding the best airsoft handgun for you depends upon how much you want to spend, how often you desire to play airsoft using it, and where you plan to play. If you can afford more than $100 to spend on your airsoft handgun, look into a green gas pistol or AEG pistol. These are typically the top of the line, have great efficiency, and could be a great investment. Consider a CO2 handgun or less expensive GBB handgun if you have about $50 to $100 to put into an airsoft gun purchase. These mid-tier guns will still get the job done and can be pretty sturdy sidearms. Look for a lower end CO2 or spring pistol if you have fifty dollars or less. You can still buy a long lasting airsoft pistol to use for the handgun airsoft guns.
Frequently Asked Questions About Airsoft Handguns
Question: What is the most widely used type of airsoft handgun?
Answer: The best pistols are often a matter of a player’s preference. CO2 and green gas GBB airsoft pistols usually are the most durable and effective on the airsoft field. Learn about the different types of airsoft pistols.
Question: What type of airsoft weapon is the Refurbished Spring P618 Pistol FPS-125 Airsoft Gun?
Answer: The Refurbished Spring P618 Pistol FPS-125 Airsoft Gun is an airsoft pistol.
Question: Is this airsoft pistol good for first time players?
Answer: This airsoft pistol can be a great choice for first time airsoft players. It depends on how much the player has to spend on an airsoft pistol, experience, and how much they want to play airsoft. The Refurbished Spring P618 Pistol FPS-125 Airsoft Gun is a decent gun for a lot of players.
Question: Is this airsoft pistol rentable?
Answer: Many airsoft fields rent guns. You will find most fields rent AEGs like SMGs instead of handguns or pistols. Therefore, finding this specific handgun model to use as a rental airsoft gun will most likely be more challenging. Check with the airsoft field near you to see if they rent the specific pistol model.
Question: Can this airsoft pistol be upgraded?
Answer: Potentially, this airsoft gun may be able to accept upgrades depending on the gun type. Search for parts specific to the Refurbished Spring P618 Pistol FPS-125 Airsoft Gun.
Question: Are airsoft handguns legal in my state?
Answer: Perhaps depending on where you live. Examine your local 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 Refurbished Spring P618 Pistol FPS-125 Airsoft Gun.
Question: What kind of airsoft BBs does this airsoft gun shoot?
Answer: This airsoft gun normally shoots basic 6mm airsoft BBs which are 0.12g or 0.20 gram. Look at the handgun’s product information to find out more.
Question: How far can this airsoft handgun shoot?
Answer: Many airsoft pistols can shoot around 80 to 120 feet or more. This may include the Refurbished Spring P618 Pistol FPS-125 Airsoft Gun. Weapon accuracy and range depends on the player’s shooting ability, shooting conditions, weather, wind, terrain, and other factors.
Question: What do I need to know for airsoft pistol safety?
Answer: Safety is a top concern when using airsoft handguns. Airsoft players should always use goggles covering their eyes and face protection. The weapon should be used safely with guidance for training in appropriate 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 bullets?
Answer: No, this airsoft handgun can not fire real ammunition and can not be modified in any way to fire live bullets. It is a toy handgun.
