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Airsoft Pistol Product Details
Colt 1911 CO2 Full Metal Airsoft Pistol with Adjustable Hop-Up and Blowback, 380-390 FPS, Black
The Colt 1911 Rail Gun is a fully licensed, full metal, C02 blowback, 6mm airsoft pistol. It features a 20mm under rail for mounting tactical accessories. The heavy weight, hard kick, black color, black metal barrel, and dark OD green grips give this airsoft pistol an amazingly realistic feel. A two stage safety operates just like the real firearm. An adjustable hop-up allows the user to make precise changes to get the most accuracy out of the Colt 1911 Rail.
Airsoft Pistol Product Features
About this item
POWERFUL CO2: 380-390 FPS with 0.20g ammo
READY TO PLAY: Semi-automatic shoots 6mm ammo. Magazine holds 14 rounds. Includes 100 starter BBs
REPLICA: made with full metal for a realistic feel with authentic size and weight. Weighs 1.9lbs
ADJUSTABLE HOP-UP: creates a back-spin effect on ammo to provide longer shooting distance
BLOWBACK ACTION: provides a realistic, satisfying kick. Great for training or simulation purposes
Information About Airsoft Handgun Types
Learn about airsoft pistols and sidearms and how you can use them as secondary guns or as main weapons on the airsoft playing field. A large number of airsoft handguns are completely manufactured versions of their real pistol counterparts and look and function in the very same ways while shooting airsoft BBs instead of real bullets.
There are a number of varieties of airsoft handguns consisting of CO2, propane or green gas (blowback and non-blowback), spring powered, and AEG automatic electric sidearms. Each of these types of sidearms has negatives and positives associated with them. Finding out about the types of airsoft sidearms allows you to make a decision on which type is right for you and your airsoft gameplay style.
CO2 Airsoft Sidearm Details
CO2 airsoft sidearms are among the most popular and tough varieties of pistols. They are all-season, all-weather pistols and work well in a lot of types of weather, temperatures, and climates. These sidearms use pressurized CO2 gas to force airsoft BBs down the handgun barrel. The CO2 cartridge stores the gas and is typically kept in the pistol’s magazine inside the handle.
These types of airsoft guns are great for airsoft games in colder weather conditions considering that the high pressure CO2 gas is less vulnerable to performance decreases with low temperature. This fact provides great FPS and shot consistency while playing airsoft in the winter for instance where other types of airsoft sidearms like green gas cease to work or barely fire pellets.
Information About CO2 Gas and CO2 Cartridge Cylinders
CO2 airsoft handguns are powered by common 12 gram CO2 cylinders. These cartridges look similar to a metallic cylinder and contain high-pressure CO2 gas comprised of one carbon atom and a couple of oxygen atoms, as a result of the molecular formula is “C + O2 “. These atoms are bound in the following order “O= C =O”. The gas is kept in the 12 gram cartridge cylinders under extremely high pressure of about ~ 800psi which translates to 55bar.
The CO2 cartridges cannot be used multiple times and you can typically order them in packs of 12, 20, 50, or 100 12 gram CO2 cartridge sets. They come sealed to keep the CO2 gas safely within, but soon after they are punctured (shooting them in an airsoft handgun breaks the seal) the cartridges will begin to lose pressure if they are not expended. You must try to deplete the whole CO2 cartridge the exact same day you open the seal. Use the chance to do some handgun target practice and use up the rest of the additional gas if the airsoft matches end and you still have CO2 gas left. There is no gas level indicator on the cartridge so you need to shoot up until the handgun stops firing.
If they are kept sealed, CO2 cartridges can be stored for a while. They have a manufacturer’s expiration date typically printed on the package or cartridge cylinder, however, they can stay pressurized for a very long period past this date if the cartridge seal is not punctured.
Green Gas and Propane Airsoft Handgun Information
Green gas airsoft handguns are similar to CO2 pistols, however they use green gas instead of CO2 cartridges. The impact on the airsoft battlefield and green gas weapon performance is almost the exact same as CO2 pistols with the guns shooting up to 300+ FPS.
The green gas is held in the handgun’s magazine which can often hold roughly 15 to 20+ BBs depending on the handgun style. A sequence of valves, silicone stoppers, and seals keep the propane gas stored in the magazine up to the point the handgun’s trigger is squeezed. It is a good habit to top off and fill up your green gas supply in the magazine each time you load it into the handgun. Pistol-wielding airsoft players can even bring extra bottles of green gas or propane in the field for reloading magazines in-between breaks in the war or between games.
When using a green gas sidearm on the airsoft field or arena as a primary or backup weapon, additional handgun mags are strongly recommended for quickly reloading. Having additional mags allows you to get back 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 since rifles, long guns, and full-sized AEGs are typically not enabled to be used for indoor game play. This is a safety guideline because of the close range proximity of players during the shooting engagements and the potential for players to be hurt. While green gas pistols still shoot airsoft BBs at about 300 FPS, the shorter pistol barrel aids to keep the joules and energy pushing the BB at a lower level compared to airsoft rifles, sniper rifles, and long guns.
Thinking About Green Gas Blowback (GBB) VS Green Gas Non-blowback
There are two various styles of green gas airsoft pistols. First there are green gas blowback handguns or GBBs. These pistols work like an actual pistol with the slide “blowing back” and cycling with every shot. Every time a new airsoft BB is loaded into the chamber, the gas causes the slide to cycle. The result is extremely cool, however the pistols usually are more expensive and possibly have more parts that can break. The green gas non-blowback airsoft pistols have a stationary slide which does not cycle. The non-blowback weapons typically cost less than GBBs. Efficiency is about the same between the two kinds of green gas pistols.
About GBB and Green Gas Limits
While green gas normally can be used extremely well, it does have limitations. When they are used in the winter playing in the snow or in colder temps (such as below 32 deg F). Considering that the green gas or propane is kept in the weapon’s magazine by rubber seals and gaskets, low temperatures can impact the seals and cause the gas to escape before shooting airsoft BBs. This can make the airsoft BBs to only shoot a few feet (like 10 feet in the cold ) when it would usually shoot BBs over 100+ foot ranges in warmer temperatures).
One fix to this issue is to keep the GBB handgun magazines warmer by putting them next to your body or near a heat source before game play starts. If you really need to play with a trustworthy airsoft handgun in the cold, it might also be worth getting a CO2 variation of your preferred pistol.
Spring Airsoft Sidearms
Spring airsoft guns are powered by powerful springs with irregular pitches that propel the BBs out of the handgun barrel. The manual functioning of firing, cocking, and reloading spring pistols makes the fire rate much slower than CO2, green gas, and GBB airsoft guns.
Spring sidearms and guns work most effectively in springer wars where airsoft players can just use similar, single shot spring guns or as an alternative backup weapon for CQB settings when you can frequently quietly sneak up on other airsoft participants to get an assured one-shot-one-kill. In the latter case, a quick second follow-up shot isn’t required considering that the other person is now hit by the first shot and out of the gameplay or heading back to respawn. When engaging numerous rivals considering that the weapon simply fires as quick as you can re-chamber an airsoft BB by hand, be cautious.
About Spring Pistol Performance
Spring handguns are considerably reliable under the most ideal game conditions. Their FPS commonly chronos at about 250 FPS to 300 FPS with 0.12 gram airsoft BBs. These pistols typically fire lighter weight airsoft BBs since the springs are less powerful than other types of airsoft weapons. Spring pistols can generally be accurate at up to 120 feet or more with 0.12 gram BBs however the ability to engage targets diminishes quickly. Shooting regular 0.20g weight airsoft BBs, you will most likely have a range of around 60 to 80 feet with increased precision.
AEG Automatic Electric Airsoft Handgun Info
AEG airsoft pistols or AEPs (automatic electric pistols) are also a good choice to use as a backup weapon on the airsoft field. These automatic electric handguns are normally powered by mini stick batteries in the weapon’s grip. They operate much like an AEG rifle and use forced air with electrically cycled gearboxes, pistons, and cylinders to fire airsoft BBs quickly and very quickly at that.
AEG handgun mags generally can hold about 20 to 30 airsoft BBs. The pistols can launch airsoft BBs up to about 300 FPS with 0.12 gram airsoft BBs or 200 to 250 FPS using 0.20 gram airsoft BBs.
AEG Handgun Quality and Performance
AEG pistol quality has risen substantially in recent years. The initial generations were a little bit questionable and unreliable, however the newer models have most of the problems resolved and make effective airsoft secondary weapons. They can be modded with maximized magazine storage capacities as well as accommodating larger batteries.
A substantial advantage of using an AEG pistol is that you have the capability to rewire the battery connectors to use a larger battery. Depending on the AEG pistol style, you can gain a sizable jump in efficiency by employing a 2 cell Lipo battery (like an 2S Lipo) as a replacement for the stock mini battery.
Which Airsoft Handgun is Right for Me to Play with?
Deciding on the most ideal airsoft handgun for you depends upon how much you want to spend, how much you plan to play airsoft with it, and where you plan to play. If you can afford more than one-hundred dollars to invest in your airsoft handgun, take a look at a green gas pistol or AEP pistol. These guns are typically the best of the best, have the very best build qualities, and are usually a good gun to invest in. If you have about more than fifty but less than one-hundred dollars to spend on upgrading your airsoft arsenal, look into a CO2 pistol or more affordable green gas pistol. These mid-tier guns will still get the job done and are pretty long lasting sidearms. Look for a lower end CO2 or spring handgun if you have $50 or less. You can still find a strong airsoft pistol to use for the pistol airsoft guns.
Frequently Asked Questions About Sidearms
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 GBB airsoft pistols usually are the most durable and dependable. Learn about the different types of airsoft pistols.
Question: What type of airsoft gun is the Colt 1911 CO2 Full Metal Airsoft Pistol with Adjustable Hop-Up and Blowback, 380-390 FPS, Black?
Answer: The Colt 1911 CO2 Full Metal Airsoft Pistol with Adjustable Hop-Up and Blowback, 380-390 FPS, Black is an airsoft pistol.
Question: Is this airsoft pistol good for first time players?
Answer: This airsoft pistol may be an ok 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 airsoft. The Colt 1911 CO2 Full Metal Airsoft Pistol with Adjustable Hop-Up and Blowback, 380-390 FPS, Black is a decent weapon for a lot of 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 assault rifles instead of handguns. Therefore, finding this specific handgun model to rent will probably be more challenging. Talk to your closest airsoft field near you to see if they rent the specific gun model.
Question: Can this airsoft sidearm be upgraded?
Answer: Potentially, this airsoft gun may be able to accept upgrades depending on the gun type. Look for parts specific to the Colt 1911 CO2 Full Metal Airsoft Pistol with Adjustable Hop-Up and Blowback, 380-390 FPS, Black.
Question: Are airsoft pistols legal in my state?
Answer: Perhaps depending on where you live. Examine 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 more stringent laws and requirements which might apply to airsoft guns like the Colt 1911 CO2 Full Metal Airsoft Pistol with Adjustable Hop-Up and Blowback, 380-390 FPS, Black.
Question: What type of airsoft BBs does this airsoft handgun shoot?
Answer: This airsoft pistol typically shoots standard 6mm airsoft BBs which are 0.12g or 0.20 gram. Inspect the pistol’s info for additional information.
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 Colt 1911 CO2 Full Metal Airsoft Pistol with Adjustable Hop-Up and Blowback, 380-390 FPS, Black. Handgun shooting distance depends upon the player’s shooting ability, shooting conditions, weather, wind, terrain, and other factors.
Question: What do I need to know for airsoft handgun safety?
Answer: Safety is a top priority when using airsoft weapons. Shooters must always use impact resistant safety glasses and face masks. The weapon should 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 pistol shoot real ammunition?
Answer: No, this airsoft pistol can not fire real bullets and can not be customized in any way to fire live bullets. It is a toy handgun.
