Description
Airsoft Pistol Product Details
Sig_Sauer P228 Black Spring Airsoft Pistol W/ 6mm 0.12g Airsoft BBS(Color May Vary)
Specifications
Operation: Spring Powered
Material: Polymer Slide, Grip, Trigger, and Sights
Firing Modes: Single Shot
Muzzle Velocity: 250 – 260 FPS (w /0.12g BBs)
Magazine Capacity: 13 Round
Hop-Up: Yes, Fixed
Length: 7.5″
Height: 5.5″
Airsoft Pistol Product Features
Built in raised sights to assist with aiming and target acquisition
Equipped with a slide pump to help you with the process of reloading
Serrated slide makes racking your airsoft pistol much easier
BBs Color may vary
How to Pick an Airsoft Handgun
Learn more about airsoft sidearms, pistols, and handguns and how you can use them as backup weapons or as main weapons on the airsoft playing field. Practicing your accuracy and getting the right sidearm can make an impact in hitting your shots. Pistols, naturally, are shorter range airsoft guns. They are quite often created after real pistols or miniatures of genuine handguns. Quite a few airsoft pistols are completely licensed releases of their real-world gun equivalents. These airsoft guns can function (sans shooting bullets) in the same ways and look similarly to the real guns they are modeled after while firing airsoft BBs in place of actual bullets.
There are several varieties of airsoft handguns consisting of CO2, green gas or propane (blowback and non-blowback), spring powered, and AEG automatic electric handguns. Each of these forms of pistols has benefits and differences connected with them. Finding out about the styles of airsoft pistols allows you to decide which type is right for you and your airsoft game play style.
Details About CO2 Airsoft Pistols
CO2 airsoft guns are one of the most dependable and common types of sidearms. These pistols use CO2 stored in small cylinders to push airsoft BBs out of the weapon barrel.
These forms of airsoft handguns are exceptional for airsoft games in cold and snowy weather conditions considering that the compressed CO2 gas is stored in the sealed cylinders and less prone to performance decreases caused by low temperatures. This gives CO2 airsoft handguns excellent FPS and shot consistency while playing airsoft in the wintertime for example where other types of airsoft guns like green gas stop working or barely fire BBs.
Info About CO2 Gas and CO2 Cartridge Cylinders
CO2 airsoft handguns are powered by typical 12 gram CO2 cylinders. These cartridges look similar to a chrome cylinder and store high-pressure CO2 gas consisting of one carbon atom and a pair of oxygen atoms hence the molecular formula is “C + O2”.
The CO2 cylinders are not reusable and you can typically order them in bundles of 12, 20, 50, or 100 12 gram CO2 cartridges. They come sealed to preserve the CO2 gas safely and securely within, but as soon as they are opened (firing them in an airsoft gun breaks the seal) cartridges will start to lose pressure if they are not used up. You should try to expend the whole CO2 cartridge the very same day you open the seal. If the airsoft matches end and you still have CO2 gas left, use the chance to do some pistol target practice and burn up the remaining excess gas. There is no gas level indication on the cartridge so you need to shoot up until the handgun stops shooting.
If they are kept sealed, CO2 cartridges can be stored for a longtime. They have the manufacturer’s expiry date normally listed on the box or cartridge, however, they will last for an extended time past this date if the cartridge seal is not tampered with.
Info About Green Gas Airsoft Handguns
Green gas airsoft sidearms are similar to CO2 guns, however they do not use CO2 cartridges. Alternatively, they use green gas or propane gas for propellant to shoot 6mm airsoft pellets. The impact on game play and green gas weapon efficiency is just about the same as CO2 handguns with the guns shooting up to 300+ feet per second (FPS). Shots are quickly fired in semi-automatic or fully-automatic shooting modes and precisely hit targets at short to mid-range distances.
The propane gas is held in the handgun’s airsoft magazine which can frequently hold in-between 15 to 20+ airsoft BBs depending on the handgun model. A series of valves, rubber gaskets, and silicone seals keep the gas pressurized in the mag up until the handgun’s trigger is squeezed.
When using a green gas handgun on the airsoft field or arena as a primary or secondary weapon, additional handgun magazines are advised for rapidly reloading. Having extra magazines on-hand allows you to join in the action throughout firefights or while clearing buildings in CQB (close quarters combat) room-to-room fighting.
Green gas handguns are suitable for CQB at airsoft fields given that long guns and full-sized AEGs are normally not enabled to be used during indoor gameplay. This is a safety standard due to the close range distance of gamers during shooting engagements and potential for players to get hurt. While green gas pistols can still shoot airsoft BBs at about 300 FPS, the short pistol barrel helps to keep the joules and energy propelling the BB at a lower level compared to AEGs, sniper rifles, and long guns.
About Green Gas Blowback (GBB) VS Green Gas Non-blowback
There are 2 various types of green gas airsoft pistols. To start with there are green gas blowback handguns or GBBs. These handguns run like a realistic handgun with the slide “blowing back” with every shot. Each time a fresh airsoft BB is loaded into the chamber, the gas triggers the slide to cycle. This functioning while shooting is extremely cool, but the GBB guns frequently are more expensive and potentially have more parts which can break. The green gas non-blowback airsoft pistols have a fixed slide which does not cycle. The non-blowback weapons typically cost less than GBBs. Efficiency is about the same when comparing the two types of green gas handguns.
About GBB and Green Gas Limits
Because the green gas or propane is held in the handgun magazine using rubber seals and gaskets, cold temps can negatively impact these gaskets and cause the stored gas to escape before shooting. This lack of pressure can make the airsoft BBs to only land a couple of feet (like 10 feet in cold weather ) when it would usually shoot airsoft BBs over 100+ feet in warmer weather conditions).
One strategy to this problem is to keep the GBB handgun mags warmer by positioning them next to your body or near a heat source before game play. If you truly desire to play with a reputable airsoft handgun in the cold weather, it may additionally be worth getting a CO2 style of your favorite handgun.
Spring Airsoft Handguns
Spring airsoft guns are powered by strong springs with irregular pitches that fire the airsoft BBs down the handgun barrel. They are normally one shot. The manual functions of reloading, cocking, and shooting spring pistols makes the weapon’s fire rate much slower than CO2 and GBB pistols. This makes spring airsoft guns interesting to use, but they are usually less practical when encountering attackers on the airsoft field with upgraded airsoft guns like automatic airsoft AEG rifles, sniper rifles, and CO2 or GBB airsoft handguns.
Spring sidearms work best in springer wars where opponents can just use similar, single shot spring weapons or as an alternative backup gun for CQB environments when you can frequently sneak up to other airsoft participants to get an assured one-shot-one-kill. In the latter situation, a fast second followup shot will not be called for due to the fact that the other person is now hit by the airsoft BB and out of the game or going back to respawn. Beware when attacking several adversaries because the weapon only shoots as quick as you can re-chamber an airsoft BB manually.
About Spring Pistol Effectiveness
Spring guns are incredibly effective under the appropriate scenarios. Their FPS usually chronos at around 250 FPS to 300 FPS with 0.12 gram airsoft BBs. These guns normally fire lighter weight airsoft BBs due to the fact that the pitched springs are less effective than other types of airsoft weapons. Spring pistols can usually be accurate at up to 120 feet or more with 0.12 gram BBs however the ability to hit targets accurately reduces rapidly. Choosing normal 0.20 gram weight airsoft BBs, you will very likely have a decreased range of about 60 to 80 feet with enhanced precision.
AEG Automatic Electric Airsoft Sidearms
AEG airsoft handguns or AEPs (automatic electric pistols) are also an option to bring into the field as a backup weapon on the airsoft field. These automatic electric pistols are often powered by mini stick batteries in the gun’s grip. They work just like an AEG gun and use pressurized air pumped through electrically cycled pistons, gearboxes, and cylinders to propel airsoft BBs quickly and rapidly.
AEG pistol mags generally can hold about 20 to 30 airsoft BBs. The handguns can launch airsoft BBs up to about 300 FPS using 0.12 gram airsoft BBs or 200 to 250 FPS using 0.20 gram airsoft BBs.
AEG Pistol Quality and Performance
AEG handgun quality has risen substantially in the last few years. The early generation AEP guns were a little bit questionable and undependable, however the latest designs have most of the deficiencies worked out and make reliable airsoft backup weapons. They can be further upgraded with increased mag storage capacities and by accommodating larger batteries.
A substantial benefit of buying an AEG handgun is that you have the capability to rewire the wires to use an enhanced battery with longer life. Depending upon the AEG handgun design, you may be able to gain a large output in functionality by utilizing a 2 cell Lipo battery (2S Lipo) as an alternative to the stock AEP battery. Beware of changing the elements and wires since you should take into account the voltages, mAh, and electrical loads of the battery. If you have customization concerns, ask a professional airsoft technician at your local airsoft store.
Which Airsoft Handgun is Right for Me?
If you have more than one-hundred dollars to spend on your airsoft handgun, you may want to consider a GBB pistol or AEG pistol. If you have around fifty to one-hundred dollars to shell out, check out a CO2 handgun or less expensive GBB handgun. If you have $50 or less, you can still look for a long lasting airsoft handgun to use for the pistol games.
Airsoft Sidearm 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 sidearms 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 Sig_Sauer P228 Black Spring Airsoft Pistol W/ 6mm 0.12g Airsoft BBS(Color May Vary)?
Answer: The Sig_Sauer P228 Black Spring Airsoft Pistol W/ 6mm 0.12g Airsoft BBS(Color May Vary) is an airsoft pistol.
Question: Is this airsoft pistol good for first time players?
Answer: This airsoft pistol can be a viable choice for first time airsoft players. It depends on the player’s gun budget, their experience using handguns, and how much they think they will play in the future. The Sig_Sauer P228 Black Spring Airsoft Pistol W/ 6mm 0.12g Airsoft BBS(Color May Vary) is a good sidearm for most players.
Question: Is this airsoft handgun rentable?
Answer: Many airsoft fields rent guns. You will find most fields rent AEGs like SMG or rifles instead of pistols or handguns. Therefore, finding this specific pistol model to use as a rental airsoft gun will most likely be more challenging. Check with your closest airsoft field near you to see if they rent the specific gun model.
Question: Can this airsoft sidearm be upgraded?
Answer: Possibly, this depends on the airsoft handgun type and build. It may be able to accept upgrades in some cases. Look for parts specific to the Sig_Sauer P228 Black Spring Airsoft Pistol W/ 6mm 0.12g Airsoft BBS(Color May Vary).
Question: Are airsoft handguns legal in my state?
Answer: Perhaps depending upon where you live. Check your regional gun laws or with your local law enforcement 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 might apply to airsoft weapons like the Sig_Sauer P228 Black Spring Airsoft Pistol W/ 6mm 0.12g Airsoft BBS(Color May Vary).
Question: What kind of airsoft BBs does this airsoft pistol shoot?
Answer: This airsoft gun generally shoots basic 6mm airsoft BBs which are 0.12g or 0.20g. Check the handgun’s info for more details.
Question: How far can this airsoft gun shoot?
Answer: Most airsoft pistols can shoot around 80 to 120 feet or more. This may include the Sig_Sauer P228 Black Spring Airsoft Pistol W/ 6mm 0.12g Airsoft BBS(Color May Vary). Weapon range depends upon 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 guns. Players need to always use safety glasses 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 pistol fire real ammo?
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 pistol.
