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Airsoft Pistol Product Details
Spring 1911 Government Pistol FPS-200 Laser Airsoft Gun
Airsoft Pistol Product Features
How to Pick an Airsoft Handgun
Learn more about airsoft pistols and sidearms and how you can use them as backup weapons or as main weapons on the airsoft playing field. Practicing your shot accuracy and getting the right sidearm can make a big difference in aiming your shots. Pistols, naturally, are short range airsoft guns. They are quite often constructed after real sidearms or copies of real pistols. A large number of airsoft handguns are completely licensed versions of their real-world pistol equivalents. These airsoft guns can visually look and function (except for shooting bullets) in the same ways almost identically to the real guns they are modeled after while firing airsoft BBs instead of real-world bullets.
There are a number of kinds of airsoft sidearms consisting of CO2, propane or green gas (blowback and non-blowback), spring powered, and AEG automatic electric handguns. Each of these styles of sidearms has negatives and positives associated with them. Finding out about the styles of airsoft sidearms helps you choose which type is right for you and your airsoft play style.
CO2 Airsoft Handgun Details
CO2 airsoft handguns are one of the most long-lasting and typical types of sidearms. These handguns use sealed CO2 gas cylinders to push airsoft BBs out of the gun barrel.
These types of airsoft pistols are great for playing airsoft in cold temperatures given that the high pressure CO2 gas is stored in the sealed cylinders and less susceptible to FPS decreases caused by low temperatures. This provides great FPS and shot consistency while playing airsoft in the cold weather for instance where other sorts of pistols like green gas stop performing or hardly fire pellets.
About CO2 Gas and CO2 Cartridges
CO2 airsoft handguns are powered by regular 12 gram CO2 cylinders. These cartridges resemble a metal cylinder and hold high-pressure CO2 gas consisting of a single carbon atom and a couple of oxygen atoms, subsequently the molecular formula comes out to be “C + O2 “. These atoms are bonded in the following order “O= C =O”. The gas is held in the 12 gram cartridges under really high pressure of near ~ 800psi which correlates to 55bar.
The CO2 gas cartridge cylinders are not refillable and you can typically buy them in bundles of 12, 20, 50, or 100 12 gram CO2 cartridges. They come sealed to retain the CO2 gas safely and securely within, but as soon as they are punctured (shooting them in an airsoft handgun breaks the seal) cartridges will begin to lose pressure if they are left unused. You must attempt to expend the entire CO2 cartridge the same day you open the seal. If the airsoft games end and you still have CO2 gas leftover, use the opportunity to do some handgun target practice and expend the remaining extra gas. There is no gas level gauge on the cartridge so you have to shoot until the pistol stops shooting BBs.
If they are kept sealed, CO2 cartridges have a long storage life. They are made with a supplier’s expiry date normally listed on the box or cylinder, but they will last for a very long period of time past this date if the cartridge seal is not tampered with.
Green Gas Airsoft Sidearm Facts
Green gas airsoft pistols function similarly to CO2 pistols, but they do not use CO2 cartridges. Instead, they use green gas or propane gas for propellant to shoot the airsoft pellets. The result on the battlefield and green gas weapon efficiency is virtually the same as CO2 handguns with the weapons shooting up to 300+ feet per second. Shots are rapidly fired in automatic or semi-automatic firing modes and accurate at shorter to mid-range ranges.
The green gas is kept in the handgun’s airsoft mag that can commonly hold around 15 to 20+ airsoft BBs based on the pistol type. A series of valves, rubber gaskets, and silicone seals keep the gas stored in the magazine up until the pistol’s trigger is squeezed.
When carrying a green gas pistol on the airsoft field as a primary or secondary weapon, extra mags are highly recommended for rapidly reloading and getting back into the game. Having extra mags allows you to join in the action in the course of firefights or while sweeping buildings in CQB (close quarters combat) room-to-room fighting.
Green gas pistols are optimal for CQB at airsoft fields considering that rifles and full-sized AEGs are generally not approved to be used during indoor gameplay. This is a safety regulation due to the close range distance of gamers during the shooting engagements and the potential for players to be injured. While green gas pistols still fire airsoft BBs at about 300 FPS, the short handgun barrel aids to keep the joules and energy sending the BB at a lower level compared to airsoft rifles, sniper rifles, and long guns.
About Green Gas Blowback (GBB) VS Green Gas Non-blowback
There are 2 various forms of green gas airsoft handguns. First, there are green gas blowback pistols or GBBs. These handguns run like a real pistol with the pistol slide “blowing back” with every shot. The propane gas triggers the slide to cycle each time when a brand-new airsoft BB is chambered. The result is extremely cool, but the GBB weapons often cost more and possibly have more that can break. The green gas non-blowback airsoft pistols use a fixed slide which does not move. The non-blowback handguns typically cost less than GBBs. Performance is about the same when comparing the two styles of green gas pistols.
About GBB and Green Gas Issues
While green gas normally can be used effectively on the airsoft field, it does have constraints. When green gas and GBB guns are used during the winter season in the snow or in cold temperatures (like below 32 degrees F). Considering that the green gas or propane gas is stored in the magazine using silicone seals, o-rings, and gaskets, low temperatures can impair these seals and cause the gas to seep out before firing the handgun. This can make the airsoft BBs to only shoot a few feet (like 10 feet in cold temps ) when it would usually shoot airsoft BBs over 100+ feet in warmer weather conditions).
One option to fix this issue is to keep the GBB handgun magazines warmer by positioning them next to your body before airsoft game play. This can help to warm up the rubber seals and help to seal in the green gas. If you definitely prefer to use a dependable airsoft pistol in the cold, it can also be worth getting a CO2 version of your favorite pistol. The CO2 cartridges come sealed and perform far better in sub-freezing temps and while playing in the snow.
About Spring Airsoft Pistols
Spring airsoft guns are powered by strong springs that shoot the BBs out of the pistol’s barrel. The manual functioning of cocking, shooting, and reloading spring pistols makes the fire rate much slower than CO2, green gas, and GBB pistols.
Spring airsoft guns work most effectively in springer battles where game players can solely use similar, single shot spring handguns or as a transitional backup gun for CQB settings when you can usually sneak up to other airsoft opponents to get an assured one-shot-one-kill. In the latter circumstance, a quick second follow-up shot will not be called for considering that the other person is already hit by the first shot and out of the gameplay or heading back to respawn. When engaging a number of opponents considering that the gun simply fires as quickly as you can re-chamber an airsoft BB manually, be cautious.
About Spring Handgun Efficiency
Spring pistols are really useful under the most ideal situations. Spring guns can usually shoot up to 120 feet or more with 0.12g BBs however accuracy decreases quickly.
AEG Automatic Electric Airsoft Sidearm Facts
AEG airsoft handguns or AEPs (automatic electric pistols) are definitely a viable option to bring into the field as a backup weapon on the airsoft field. These automatic electric handguns are normally powered by mini stick batteries in the gun’s handle. They function just like an AEG SMG and use pressured air with electrically cycled gearboxes and cylinders to shoot airsoft BBs out of the barrel and rapidly.
AEG handgun mags typically carry about 20 to 30 airsoft BBs. The handguns can fire airsoft BBs as high as about 300 FPS using 0.12 gram airsoft BBs or about 200 to 250 FPS with 0.20g airsoft BBs. The electric battery powered gearbox system can shoot around 700+ BBs per minute assuming you have enough spare mags to reload (after every 20 to 30 rounds) and the battery holds out that long. These handguns can effectively fire airsoft BBs at about 150 foot distances.
AEG Handgun Quality and Performance
AEG handgun quality has grown significantly recently. The earliest generation guns were a bit unreliable and sketchy, but the latest designs have most of the problems worked out and make reliable airsoft backup guns. They can be modified with enhanced magazine capacities in addition to accommodating more powerful batteries.
A huge benefit of using an AEG handgun is that you have the power to rewire the battery connections to use a larger capacity battery. Depending on the AEG pistol style, you can gain a substantial increase in functionality by adopting a 2 cell Lipo battery (2S Lipo) as an alternative for the stock AEP battery.
Which Airsoft Pistol is Right for Me to Buy?
If you have over $100 to spend on your airsoft handgun, evaluate a green gas blowback pistol or automatic electric pistol. If you have in-between fifty to one-hundred dollars to upgrade your gun, evaluate a CO2 pistol or less expensive GBB handgun. You can still play with a resilient airsoft pistol by checking out cheaper pistols and by trading with other players in the used airsoft gun market if you are trying to save money.
Airsoft Handgun Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Question: What is the most widely used type of airsoft sidearm?
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 effective on the airsoft field. Learn about the different types of airsoft pistols.
Question: What kind of airsoft gun is the Spring 1911 Government Pistol FPS-200 Laser Airsoft Gun?
Answer: The Spring 1911 Government Pistol FPS-200 Laser 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 think they will play in the future. The Spring 1911 Government Pistol FPS-200 Laser Airsoft Gun is a decent sidearm for most players to play airsoft with.
Question: Is this airsoft pistol rentable?
Answer: Lots of airsoft fields rent weapons. You will find most fields rent automatic electric AEGs like rifles or SMGs instead of pistols or handguns. Therefore, finding this specific handgun model to rent at an airsoft field will most likely be more challenging. Talk to your closest airsoft field near you to see if they rent the specific gun model.
Question: Can this airsoft pistol be enhanced with modifications?
Answer: Possibly, this depends on the airsoft pistol type and build. It may be able to accept upgrades depending on what is modified. Try to find parts specific to the Spring 1911 Government Pistol FPS-200 Laser Airsoft Gun.
Question: Are airsoft guns legal in my state?
Answer: Possibly depending upon where you live. Check your regional weapon 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 Spring 1911 Government Pistol FPS-200 Laser Airsoft Gun.
Question: What kind of airsoft BBs does this airsoft pistol shoot?
Answer: This airsoft handgun generally shoots basic 6mm airsoft BBs which are 0.12g or 0.20 gram. Examine the pistol’s info to find out more about the BBs you should use.
Question: How far can this airsoft pistol shoot?
Answer: Many airsoft pistols can shoot around 80 to 120 feet or more. This may include the Spring 1911 Government Pistol FPS-200 Laser Airsoft Gun. Handgun accuracy and range depends on the player’s shooting ability, shooting conditions, weather, wind, terrain, and other factors.
Question: What do I need to understand for airsoft gun safety?
Answer: Safety is a top concern when using airsoft pistols. Game players must always use safety glasses and face protection. The weapon must be used safely with guidance 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 weapon shoot real bullets?
Answer: No, this airsoft weapon can not shoot real bullets and can not be customized in any way to fire live bullets. It is a toy weapon.
