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Airsoft Pistol Product Details
Spring 1911 Long Barrel Pistol FPS-175 Airsoft Gun
Airsoft Pistol Product Features
Info About the Kinds of Airsoft Handguns
Find info about airsoft pistols and handguns and how you can use them as backup weapons or as primary weapons on the airsoft playing field. Getting the best sidearm and practicing with it can make an impact in nailing your shots. Sidearms, naturally, are shorter range airsoft guns. They are normally developed after genuine sidearms or replicas of real pistols. A lot of airsoft sidearms are completely licensed adaptations of their actual pistol equivalents. These airsoft guns can appear and function (short of shooting bullets) in the same ways identically to the real guns they are designed after while shooting airsoft BBs instead of actual bullets.
There are a variety of airsoft sidearms such as CO2, green gas or propane (blowback and non-blowback), spring powered, and AEG automatic electric gun sidearms. Each of these kinds of handguns have negatives and positives associated with them. Learning about the varieties of airsoft handguns allows you to decide which type is right for you and your airsoft play style.
CO2 Airsoft Sidearms
CO2 airsoft handguns are one of the most standard and heavy-duty varieties of pistols. They are all-season handguns and operate well in lots of types of temperatures, weather and climates. These handguns use high pressure CO2 gas to move airsoft BBs down the handgun barrel. The CO2 cartridge stores the gas within the cylinder and is usually housed in the handgun’s handle.
These forms of airsoft handguns are great choices for playing in cooler weather conditions because the pressurized CO2 gas is stored in the sealed cylinders and less vulnerable to performance decreases with temperature levels. This offers excellent FPS and shot consistency while playing airsoft in the winter months for instance where other kinds of guns like green gas stuffer from low performance or barely shoot airsoft BBs.
About CO2 Gas and CO2 Cylinders
CO2 airsoft sidearms are powered by common 12 gram CO2 cartridge cylinders. These cartridges resemble a metallic cylinder and store high pressured CO2 gas composed of one carbon atom and a pair of oxygen atoms hence the molecular formula is “C + O2”.
The CO2 cylinders cannot be used multiple times and you can normally purchase them in packs of 12, 20, 50, or 100 12 gram CO2 cartridge sets. They come sealed to preserve the CO2 gas safely inside, but the moment they are opened (firing them inside of an airsoft gun breaks the cartridge seal) the cartridges will start to lose pressure if they are left unused. You must attempt to dissipate the entire CO2 cartridge the exact same day you open the seal. If the airsoft games end and you still have CO2 gas left, use the opportunity to do some pistol accuracy and target practice and burn up the remainder of the excess gas. There is no gas level gauge on the cartridge so you have to shoot until the gun stops firing airsoft BBs.
CO2 cartridges can be stored for a longtime if they are kept sealed. They have a maker’s best used by date usually listed on the box or cartridge cylinder, but they will likely stay pressurized for a very long period past this date if the cartridge seals are not damaged.
Info About Green Gas Airsoft Handguns
Green gas airsoft pistols function similarly to CO2 handguns, but they do not use CO2 cartridges. Rather, they use green gas or propane for propellant to fire the airsoft BBs. The result on the battlefield and green gas weapon effectiveness is virtually the same as CO2 pistols with the guns shooting up to 300+ feet per second. Shots are efficiently fired in semi-automatic or fully-automatic firing modes and can hit targets at shorter to mid-range distances.
The propane is held in the pistol’s mag that can often hold between 15 to 20+ BBs based on the pistol type. A series of valves, rubber gaskets, and silicone o-rings keep the gas stored in the magazine till the handgun’s trigger is squeezed.
When carrying a green gas sidearm on the airsoft field as a main or backup weapon, bringing extra handgun magazines is strongly recommended for rapidly reloading and getting back into the game. Having extra mags allows you to join in the action throughout firefights or while clearing structures in CQB (close quarters combat) room-to-room fights.
Green gas pistols are excellent for CQB at airsoft fields considering that rifles, long guns, and full-sized AEGs are typically not allowed to be used during indoor gameplay. This is an essential safety rule because of the close quarters distance of gamers during the shooting engagements. While green gas handguns still shoot airsoft BBs at around 300 FPS, the shorter handgun barrel helps to keep the joules and energy sending the BB at a decreased level compared to AEGs, sniper rifles, and other long guns.
About Green Gas Blowback (GBB) VS Green Gas Non-blowback
There are 2 different types of green gas airsoft pistols. First, there are green gas blowback handguns or GBBs. These pistols function like an actual handgun with the pistol slide “blowing back” with every shot. Each time a brand-new airsoft BB is loaded into the chamber, the gas triggers the slide to cycle. The result is very cool, but the GBB guns often cost more and likely have more parts to break. The green gas non-blowback airsoft pistols use a fixed slide which does not move. The non-blowback pistols typically cost less than GBBs. Efficiency is around the same when comparing the two types of green gas pistols.
About GBB and Green Gas Limits
Due to the fact that the green gas or propane is held in the magazine using rubber seals, o-rings, and silicone gaskets, cold temperatures can impact these o-rings and allow the stored gas to escape prior to shooting the gun. This lack of pressure can cause the airsoft BBs to just shoot a few feet (like 10 feet in the cold ) when the gun would normally shoot BBs over 100+ foot distances in warmer weather).
One solution to this problem is to try to keep the GBB handgun mags warmer by placing them next to your body before airsoft game play. This can help to warm the rubber seals and help to seal in the green gas. If you really want to play airsoft with a trustworthy airsoft handgun in the cold, it might also be better to buy a CO2 variation of your favorite handgun. The CO2 cartridges come sealed and these guns shoot far better in sub-freezing temps and while playing in the snow.
Spring Airsoft Sidearm Facts
Spring airsoft guns are powered by strong coil springs that launch the airsoft BBs out of the pistol barrel. They are normally able to only shoot one BB. The manual functions of cocking, firing, and reloading spring pistols makes the weapon’s fire rate much slower than CO2, green gas, and GBB pistols. When confronting opponents on the airsoft field with upgraded weapons, fully auto airsoft AEG assault rifles, sniper rifles, and CO2, green gas, or GBB airsoft handguns, this can make spring airsoft pistols entertaining to use, however less effective.
Spring handguns work the best in springer battles where airsoft players can only use comparable, single shot spring handguns or as a transitional backup gun for CQB environments when you can usually surprise other airsoft participants to get an assured one-shot-one-kill. In the latter scenario, a quick 2nd followup shot will not be required because the other opponent is already hit and out of the gameplay or heading back to respawn. When engaging numerous adversaries since the spring airsoft gun simply fires as fast as you can re-chamber an airsoft BB by hand, be cautious.
About Spring Handgun Efficiency
Spring pistols are extremely reliable under the proper game circumstances. Spring pistols can normally shoot accurately up to 120 feet or farther with 0.12g BBs but the ability to engage targets decreases quickly.
AEG Automatic Electric Airsoft Handguns
AEG airsoft handguns or AEPs (automatic electric pistols) are definitely a good choice to carry as a backup gun on the airsoft field. These automatic electric handguns are commonly powered by mini stick batteries in the pistol’s butt. They work similar to an AEG gun and use pressured air with electrically cycled cylinders, pistons, and gearboxes to propel airsoft BBs quickly and very quickly at that.
AEG pistol mags usually can carry about 20 to 30 airsoft BBs. The pistols can fire airsoft BBs right up to around 300 FPS using 0.12g airsoft BBs or about 200 to 250 FPS using 0.20 gram airsoft BBs. The electric gearbox system can shoot around 700+ 6mm BBs per minute assuming you have enough spare mags to maintain the ammo supply and the battery lasts that long. These handguns can precisely shoot airsoft BBs at around 150 foot distances.
AEG Handgun Quality and Efficiency
AEG pistol quality has actually grown significantly recently. The early gen AEP guns were a bit unreliable and questionable, but the more recent designs have most of the bugs resolved and make efficient airsoft secondary weapons. They can be upgraded with maximized mag capacities together with accommodating more powerful batteries.
A significant advantage of carrying an AEG pistol is that you have the opportunity to rewire the connectors to use a more robust battery. Depending on the AEG pistol design, you are able to get a sizable leap in performance by using a 2 cell Lipo battery (2S Lipo) instead of the standard mini battery. Be careful with adjusting the components and wires since you should consider the volts, mAh, and loads of the batteries. If you have modding questions, ask a qualified airsoft gun service technician at your nearest airsoft shop or store.
What Airsoft Sidearm is Best for Me?
If you have over $100 to spend on your airsoft handgun, you may want to consider a green gas blowback pistol or AEG pistol. If you have in-between fifty to one-hundred dollars to shell out, check out a CO2 pistol or less expensive GBB handgun. You can still play with a resilient airsoft handgun by checking out lower end pistols and by shopping for used guns if you are on a budget.
Airsoft Handgun Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Question: What is the best type of airsoft sidearm?
Answer: The best pistols are often a matter of a player’s preference. CO2 and green gas GBB airsoft pistols usually are the most reliable and dependable. Learn about the different types of airsoft pistols.
Question: What type of airsoft gun is the Spring 1911 Long Barrel Pistol FPS-175 Airsoft Gun?
Answer: The Spring 1911 Long Barrel Pistol FPS-175 Airsoft Gun is an airsoft pistol.
Question: Is this airsoft pistol good for first time players?
Answer: This airsoft pistol may be a good option for first time airsoft players. It depends on the player’s gun budget, their experience shooting handguns, and how much they think they will play in the future. The Spring 1911 Long Barrel Pistol FPS-175 Airsoft Gun is a decent weapon for most players to carry in the field.
Question: Is this airsoft pistol rentable?
Answer: Many airsoft fields rent guns. You will find most fields rent automatic electric guns like M4 rifles instead of pistols. Therefore, finding this specific handgun model to rent at an airsoft field will most likely be more challenging. Check with the airsoft field near you to see if they rent the particular handgun model.
Question: Can this airsoft sidearm be upgraded?
Answer: Potentially, this airsoft handgun may be able to accept upgrades depending on the gun type. Try to find parts specific to the Spring 1911 Long Barrel Pistol FPS-175 Airsoft Gun.
Question: Are airsoft guns legal in my state?
Answer: Potentially depending upon where you live. Look at 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 more stringent laws and requirements which might apply to airsoft weapons like the Spring 1911 Long Barrel Pistol FPS-175 Airsoft Gun.
Question: What kind of airsoft BBs does this airsoft gun shoot?
Answer: This airsoft gun usually shoots basic 6mm airsoft BBs which are 0.12 gram or 0.20g. Look at the pistol’s info for more details.
Question: How far can this airsoft pistol shoot?
Answer: The majority of airsoft handguns can shoot around 80 to 120 feet or more. This may include the Spring 1911 Long Barrel Pistol FPS-175 Airsoft Gun. Handgun range and precision depends upon 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 priority when using airsoft handguns. Participants should always use impact resistant safety glasses and face protection. 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 bullets?
Answer: No, this airsoft handgun can not fire real ammunition and can not be customized in any way to fire live bullets. It is a toy weapon.
