Description
Airsoft Pistol Product Details
Whetstone G.6 Zinc Alloy Shell Super Power Pistol, Black
The G.6 Airsoft Pistol from Whetstone will make a great addition to your arsenal. Don’t be caught without a sidearm in the heat of battle!
Airsoft Pistol Product Features
BB Starter Set
Zinc Alloy Shell, 1:1 Scale
Magazine Capacity: 12 6mm BBs, Magazine Lever Release
Spring Cocking Slide
Orange Tipped Barrel, Dimensions: 11 x 1.5 x 8 inches
How to Choose an Airsoft Handgun
Learn about airsoft pistols and sidearms and how you can use them as backup guns or as primary weapons on the airsoft playing field. Practicing your shot accuracy and getting the best handgun can make all the difference in aiming your shots. Handguns, naturally, are lower range airsoft guns. They are commonly produced after real-world pistols or models of legitimate handguns. Numerous airsoft handguns are completely certified releases of their real world firearm equivalents. These airsoft guns can appear and function (sans shooting bullets) in the same ways almost identically to the real guns they are modeled after while shooting airsoft BBs in place of real bullets.
There are a variety of airsoft handguns including CO2, propane or green gas (blowback and non-blowback), spring powered, and AEG automatic electric gun handguns. Each of these styles of handguns come with positives and negatives related to them. Learning about the styles of airsoft handguns allows you to decide which type is right for you and your airsoft game play style.
Details About CO2 Airsoft Pistols
CO2 airsoft sidearms are one of the most heavy-duty and popular types of pistols. They are all season guns and function well in lots of types of extreme temperatures, weather and climates. These sidearms use pressurized CO2 gas to propel airsoft BBs out of the gun barrel. The CO2 cartridge is typically held in the pistol’s handle.
These kinds of airsoft handguns are good for playing in colder weather conditions due to the fact that the compressed CO2 gas is stored in the sealed cylinders and less vulnerable to performance decreases with temperature. This provides exceptional FPS and shot consistency while playing airsoft in the winter months for example where other sorts of guns like green gas stop performing or hardly shoot BBs.
About CO2 Gas and CO2 Cartridge Cylinders
CO2 airsoft handguns are powered by typical 12 gram CO2 cartridges. These cartridges resemble a shiny metallic cylinder and contain high pressure CO2 gas comprised of one carbon atom and 2 oxygen atoms hence the molecular formula is “C + O2”.
The cartridges come sealed to keep the CO2 gas securely within, however as soon as they are opened (shooting them inside of an airsoft pistol breaks the cartridge seal) they will begin to lose pressure if they are left unused. If the airsoft games end and you still have CO2 gas left, use the chance to do some pistol target practice and use up the rest of the extra gas.
CO2 cartridges have a long storage life if the cylinders are kept sealed. They are made with the maker’s best used by date usually noted on the package or cartridge, however, they can survive for a very long time past this date if the cartridge seal is not punctured.
Green Gas Airsoft Sidearms
Green gas airsoft handguns are similar to CO2 handguns, however they use green gas instead of CO2 cartridges. The result on the airsoft battlefield and green gas weapon performance is virtually the very same as CO2 pistols with the guns shooting up to 300+ FPS.
The green gas is stored in the pistol’s airsoft mag which can often hold around 15 to 20+ BBs based on the pistol design. A series of valves, rubber gaskets, and silicone seals keep the gas stored in the mag till the handgun’s trigger is squeezed.
When bringing a green gas pistol on the airsoft field or arena as a primary or backup weapon, additional handgun magazines are suggested for rapidly reloading. Having additional magazines allows you to get back in the action throughout firefights or while sweeping structures in CQB (close quarters combat) room-to-room battles.
Green gas pistols are optimal for CQB at airsoft fields given that rifles, long guns, and full-sized AEGs are usually not allowed to be used during indoor engagements. This is an essential safety guideline because of the close range distance of gamers during the shooting engagements and the potential for players to be injured. While green gas pistols can still shoot airsoft BBs at about 300 FPS, the shorter handgun barrel aids to keep the joules and energy shooting the BB lower compared to AEG airsoft rifles, sniper rifles, and other long guns.
About Green Gas Blowback (GBB) VS Green Gas Non-blowback
There are two various types of green gas airsoft handguns. To begin with there are green gas blowback pistols or GBBs. These pistols work like a real pistol with the gun’s slide “blowing back” and moving with every shot. When a brand-new airsoft BB is chambered, the gas induces the slide to cycle. The result is extremely cool, however the guns usually cost more and possibly have more parts which can break. The green gas non-blowback airsoft guns use a stationary slide which does not move. The non-blowback pistols generally cost less than GBBs. Efficiency is around the same when comparing the two varieties of green gas handguns.
About GBB and Green Gas Limits
While green gas generally can be used extremely well, it does have restrictions. When green gas and GBB guns are used in the winter season in the snow or in cold temperatures (like below 32 degrees F). Because the green gas or propane gas is kept in the mag using rubber seals and gaskets, low temperatures can negatively affect the seals and allow the stored gas to escape prior to firing the pistol. The decrease in pressure can make the airsoft BBs to only shoot a few feet (like 10 feet in cold temps ) when the pistol would ordinarily shoot airsoft BBs over 100+ foot distances in warmer weather).
One solution to this problem is to make the GBB handgun magazines warmer by putting them next to your body just before game play. If you truly want to play with a dependable airsoft handgun in the cold weather, it might additionally be worth getting a CO2 style of your favorite pistol.
Spring Airsoft Pistol Details
Spring airsoft guns are powered by strong springs with irregular pitches that propel the airsoft BBs down the handgun barrel. They are usually one shot. The manual functions of reloading, cocking, and shooting spring airsoft guns makes the fire rate much slower than CO2, green gas, and GBB handguns. When engaging foes on the airsoft field with upgraded rifles, automatic airsoft AEG SMGs, rifles, and CO2, green gas, or GBB airsoft pistols, this can make them enjoyable to use, however less effective.
Spring sidearms perform most effectively in springer battles where opponents can only use comparable, single shot spring guns or as an alternative backup gun for CQB buildings and MOUT sites when you can frequently sneak up to other airsoft game players to get a guaranteed one-shot-one-kill. In the latter circumstance, a rapid 2nd followup shot isn’t required because the other person is now hit by the airsoft BB and out of the gameplay or moving back to respawn. Beware when attacking a number of players since the spring gun only shoots as fast as you can re-chamber an airsoft BB by hand.
About Spring Handgun Performance
Spring handguns are remarkably reliable under the ideal conditions. Spring handguns can generally shoot up to 120 feet or more with 0.12g BBs but the ability to hit targets reduces rapidly.
Info on AEG Automatic Electric Airsoft Sidearms
AEG airsoft handguns or AEPs (automatic electric pistols) are also an option to carry as a secondary gun on the airsoft field. These automatic electric handguns are typically powered by mini stick batteries in the weapon’s butt. They work similar to an AEG SMG and use pressured air with electrically cycled cylinders and gearboxes to propel airsoft BBs quickly and rapidly.
AEG handgun magazines normally can carry around 20 to 30 airsoft BBs. The handguns can launch airsoft BBs up to around 300 FPS with 0.12g airsoft BBs or 200 to 250 FPS using 0.20g airsoft BBs.
AEG Pistol Quality and Efficiency
AEG pistol quality has increased substantially in the last few years. The initial generation guns were a bit undependable and questionable, but the more recent designs have most of the issues worked out and make efficient airsoft secondary guns. They can be modded with increased magazine storage capacities as well as accommodating bigger batteries.
A substantial advantage of buying an AEG handgun is that you have the ability to rewire the connections to use a bigger battery with higher mAh. Depending upon the AEG handgun design, you are able to gain a substantial jump in functionality by utilizing a two cell Lipo battery (like an 2S Lipo) as an alternative to the standard mini battery. Take care of adjusting the components and wires since you need to consider the volts, mAh, and electrical loads of the batteries. If you have modding concerns, ask a professional airsoft gun tech at your closest airsoft store.
Which Airsoft Handgun is Right for Me to Play with?
If you have $100 or more to spend on your airsoft pistol, take a look at a green gas blowback pistol or automatic electric pistol. If you have around $50 to $100 to invest, evaluate a CO2 pistol or cheaper GBB pistol. You can still find a durable airsoft handgun by checking out cheaper pistols and by shopping for used guns if you need to save money.
Handgun 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 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 Whetstone G.6 Zinc Alloy Shell Super Power Pistol, Black?
Answer: The Whetstone G.6 Zinc Alloy Shell Super Power Pistol, Black is an airsoft pistol.
Question: Is this airsoft pistol good for first time airsoft players?
Answer: This airsoft pistol may be a viable choice for first time airsoft players. It depends on how much the player has to spend on an airsoft pistol, their experience shooting handguns, and how much they think they will play airsoft. The Whetstone G.6 Zinc Alloy Shell Super Power Pistol, Black is a decent weapon for a lot of players to carry.
Question: Is this airsoft gun rentable?
Answer: Many airsoft fields rent guns. You will find most fields rent automatic electric guns like SMG or rifles instead of handguns or pistols. Therefore, finding this specific pistol model to rent will most likely be more challenging. Contact the airsoft field near you to see if they rent the particular handgun model.
Question: Can this airsoft pistol be upgraded?
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 particular to the Whetstone G.6 Zinc Alloy Shell Super Power Pistol, Black.
Question: Are airsoft guns legal in my state?
Answer: Possibly depending upon where you live. Examine your regional weapon laws or with your local 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 might apply to airsoft weapons like the Whetstone G.6 Zinc Alloy Shell Super Power Pistol, Black.
Question: What kind of airsoft BBs does this airsoft gun shoot?
Answer: This airsoft handgun normally shoots standard 6mm airsoft BBs which are 0.12 gram or 0.20g. Inspect the pistol’s product details for more details.
Question: How far can this airsoft handgun shoot?
Answer: Many airsoft pistols can shoot around 80 to 120 feet or more. This may include the Whetstone G.6 Zinc Alloy Shell Super Power Pistol, Black. Handgun accuracy and range depends upon the shooter’s skills, shooting conditions, weather, wind, terrain, and other factors.
Question: What do I need to know for airsoft gun safety?
Answer: Safety is a top concern when using airsoft handguns. Shooters need to constantly use safety glasses and face masks. The weapon must 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 handgun fire real ammo?
Answer: No, this airsoft weapon can not fire real ammunition and can not be customized in any way to fire live ammunition. It is a toy gun.
