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Airsoft Pistol Product Details
Spring M-19 6 Barrel Revolver (Black) Pistol by UHC Airsoft Gun
Airsoft Pistol Product Features
How to Choose an Airsoft Pistol
Learn about airsoft sidearms, pistols, and handguns and how you can use them as extra guns or as main weapons on the airsoft playing field. A lot of airsoft pistols are completely manufacturer licensed models of their real pistol equivalents and look and run in the exact same ways while shooting airsoft BBs rather than actual bullets.
There are a variety of airsoft sidearms consisting of CO2, propane or green gas (blowback and non-blowback), spring powered, and AEG automatic electric handguns. Each of these forms of sidearms has negatives and positives connected with them. Learning about the varieties of airsoft sidearms allows you to figure out which type is right for you and your airsoft play style.
CO2 Airsoft Sidearms
CO2 airsoft handguns are one of the most long lasting and typical types of pistols. These handguns use high pressure CO2 gas to propel airsoft BBs out of the weapon barrel.
These kinds of airsoft pistols are good for playing in cooler weather conditions because the compressed CO2 gas is stored in the sealed cylinders and less prone to FPS decreases with temperature levels. This fact gives CO2 airsoft sidearms excellent FPS and shot consistency while playing airsoft in the winter months for example where other types of pistols like green gas stuffer from low performance or hardly fire airsoft BBs.
Information About CO2 Gas and CO2 Cylinders
CO2 airsoft pistols are powered by regular 12 gram CO2 cylinders. These cartridges look like a chrome metal cylinder and contain high pressure CO2 gas comprised of a single carbon atom and a pair of oxygen atoms, subsequently the molecular formula is “C + O2 “. These atoms are bound in the following sequence “O= C =O”. The gas is held in the 12 gram cartridge cylinders under very high pressure of approximately ~ 800psi that translates to 55bar.
The CO2 cartridge cylinders cannot be used multiple times and you can usually order them in packs of 12, 20, 50, or 100 12 gram CO2 cartridge sets. They come sealed to retain the CO2 gas securely inside, but the moment they are punctured (firing them inside of an airsoft pistol breaks the cartridge seal) the cartridges will begin to lose pressure if they are not used up. You must try to burn up the entire CO2 cartridge the very same day you open the seal. If the airsoft matches end and you still have CO2 gas left, use the opportunity to do some pistol target practice and use up the remainder of the extra gas. There is no gas level guide on the cartridge so you have to shoot up until the pistol stops cycling.
CO2 cartridges can be stored for a longtime if they are stored sealed. They are made with the maker’s expiry date usually marked on the box or cartridge, however they will probably stay pressurized for an extended period of time past this date if the cartridge seal is not broken.
Green Gas Airsoft Sidearms
Green gas airsoft sidearms are similar to CO2 guns, however they do not use CO2 cartridges. As an alternative, they use green gas or propane gas for propellant to fire the airsoft BBs. The effect on gameplay and green gas sidearm functionality is almost the same as CO2 pistols with the guns shooting up to about 300+ FPS. Shots are rapidly fired in semi-automatic or automatic firing modes and precisely hit targets at short to mid-range ranges.
The green gas is held in the pistol’s grip within the mag which can commonly hold around 15 to 20+ 6mm airsoft BBs based on the handgun model. A sequence of valves, silicone stoppers, and o-rings keep the propane housed in the pistol mag up to when the handgun’s trigger is squeezed. It is a great plan to refill and top off your green gas supply in the pistol mag each time you reload it. Pistol-wielding airsoft players can additionally carry excess bottles of green gas or propane in the field for refilling magazines in-between lulls in the war or in-between game play.
When carrying a green gas pistol on the airsoft field or arena as a main or backup gun, additional magazines are strongly recommended for rapidly reloading and engaging opponents. Having extra mags helps you get back in the action throughout firefights or while sweeping structures in CQB (close quarters combat) room-to-room fights.
Green gas pistols are suitable for CQB at airsoft fields considering long guns and full-sized AEGs are usually not permitted to be used for indoor shooting. This is an essential safety guideline due to the close quarters distance of airsoft players during shooting engagements. While green gas handguns still fire airsoft BBs at around 300 FPS, the short handgun barrel assists to keep the joules and energy forcing the BB at a lower 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. There are green gas blowback pistols or GBBs and non-blowback handguns. The green gas non-blowback airsoft pistols use a fixed slide which does not move.
About GBB and Green Gas Limitations
While green gas normally functions very well, it does have limits. This includes when green gas guns are played with throughout the winter in the snow or in colder weather (like lower 32 deg F). Since the green gas or propane gas is stored in the mag using rubber seals, o-rings, and gaskets, cold weather can impact the seals and make the gas to leak out prior to shooting. This can make the airsoft BBs to only shoot several feet (like 10 feet in cold temps ) when the gun would usually shoot BBs over 100+ foot distances in warmer temps).
One solution to this issue is to make the GBB handgun mags warmer by positioning them next to your body, beside a heater, or inside your jacket before game play starts. If you really desire to play with a reliable airsoft pistol in the cold, it might also be worth getting a CO2 style of your preferred pistol.
Info on Spring Airsoft Pistols
Spring airsoft pistols are powered by strong coil springs that send the BBs out of the pistol barrel. The manual functioning of reloading, cocking, and firing spring handguns makes the fire rate much slower than CO2 and GBB guns.
Spring sidearms work the best in springer wars where opponents can exclusively use comparable, single shot spring pistols or as a transitional backup weapon for CQB settings when you can often sneak up to other airsoft opponents to get an assured one-shot-one-kill. In the latter situation, a quick 2nd follow-up shot will not be really needed because the other opponent is now hit and out of the gameplay or moving back to respawn. When engaging a number of airsoft players considering that the gun simply shoots as quickly as you can re-chamber an airsoft BB by hand, be careful.
About Spring Pistol Performance
Spring guns are remarkably efficient under the proper conditions during airsoft games. Spring handguns can commonly shoot up to 120 feet or more with 0.12g BBs however the ability to hit targets decreases rapidly.
AEG Automatic Electric Airsoft Handguns
AEG airsoft handguns or AEPs (automatic electric pistols) are also an option to bring into the field as a secondary weapon on the airsoft field. These automatic electric pistols are commonly powered by mini stick batteries in the pistol’s butt. They work much like an AEG SMG and use pressured air with electrically cycled cylinders and gearboxes to propel airsoft BBs out of the barrel and very quickly at that.
AEG handgun mags generally carry around 20 to 30 airsoft BBs. The pistols can shoot airsoft BBs up to about 300 FPS using 0.12g airsoft BBs or 200 to 250 FPS with 0.20g airsoft BBs.
AEG Pistol Quality and Efficiency
AEG handgun quality has actually increased significantly in recent years. The initial gen guns were a little bit unreliable and sketchy, however the new designs have most of the issues resolved and make effective airsoft secondary guns. They can be improved with maximized magazine storage capacities together with accommodating more powerful batteries.
A significant benefit of using an AEG handgun is that you have the capability to rewire the connectors to use a bigger battery. Depending on the AEG handgun design, you can gain a substantial jump in efficiency by taking advantage of a two cell Lipo battery (2S Lipo) as an alternative for the stock mini battery.
Which Airsoft Sidearm is Best for Me to Play with?
If you have $100 or more to spend on your airsoft handgun, evaluate a GBB pistol or AEG handgun. If you have in-between fifty to one-hundred dollars to upgrade your gun, look at a CO2 handgun or cheaper GBB pistol. You can still look for a long lasting airsoft handgun by checking out lower end pistols and by trading with other players in the used airsoft gun market if you are looking for a deal.
Airsoft Sidearm Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Question: What is the best 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 reliable and effective on the airsoft field. Learn about the different types of airsoft pistols.
Question: What type of airsoft weapon is the Spring M-19 6 Barrel Revolver (Black) Pistol by UHC Airsoft Gun?
Answer: The Spring M-19 6 Barrel Revolver (Black) Pistol by UHC Airsoft Gun is an airsoft pistol.
Question: Is this airsoft pistol good for first time airsoft players?
Answer: This airsoft pistol can be a good 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 believe they will play airsoft. The Spring M-19 6 Barrel Revolver (Black) Pistol by UHC Airsoft Gun is a decent sidearm for many players to carry in the field.
Question: Is this airsoft pistol rentable?
Answer: Lots of airsoft fields rent weapons. You will find most fields rent automatic electric AEGs like rifles instead of handguns. Therefore, finding this specific handgun model to use as a rental airsoft gun will probably be more challenging. Talk to the airsoft field near you to see if they rent the particular pistol model.
Question: Can this airsoft handgun be enhanced with modifications?
Answer: Potentially, this airsoft gun may be able to accept upgrades depending on the gun type. Search for parts particular to the Spring M-19 6 Barrel Revolver (Black) Pistol by UHC Airsoft Gun.
Question: Are airsoft guns legal in my state?
Answer: Potentially depending on where you live. Examine your local 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 guns like the Spring M-19 6 Barrel Revolver (Black) Pistol by UHC Airsoft Gun.
Question: What kind of airsoft BBs does this airsoft handgun shoot?
Answer: This airsoft pistol normally shoots standard 6mm airsoft BBs which are 0.12 gram or 0.20g. Check the handgun’s information for more details.
Question: How far can this airsoft pistol shoot?
Answer: Many airsoft handguns can shoot around 80 to 120 feet or more. This may include the Spring M-19 6 Barrel Revolver (Black) Pistol by UHC Airsoft Gun. Gun 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 handgun safety?
Answer: Safety is a top priority when using airsoft weapons. Game players need to always use eye and face protection. The weapon needs to be used safely with guidance for training in proper 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 weapon can not fire real ammo and can not be customized in any way to fire live ammo. It is a toy weapon.
