Description
Airsoft Pistol Product Details
CO2 Jericho 941 .177 Cal. Pistol FPS-445 Full Metal Non-Blowback BB Gun Package Deal (Mask, CO2 and BBs)
Airsoft Pistol Product Features
This is a CO2 powered Metal BB Airgun which means that it uses CO2 Gas as a propellant. It shoots hard and fast and is extremely lifelike. One feature many CO2 Metal BB Airguns have is blowback, meaning that as the BB is propelled forward the slide thrusts backward mimicking the kick of a real gun! This CO2 Metal BB Airgun doesn’t require any pumping just simply point and shoot. This is a high end CO2 Metal BB Airgun. Please only use .177 Cal. .35 gram high quality Metal BBs with this item in order to keep it in working order. Using anything else as ammunition for this gun will void the warranty and may cause it to jam. You must be 18 years of age or older to purchase this Metal BB Airgun. You will need to purchase CO2 for this gun separately.
How to Pick an Airsoft Handgun
Learn about airsoft pistols and handguns and how you can use them as secondary weapons or as main weapons on the airsoft playing field. Lots of airsoft handguns are completely accredited releases of their actual handgun counterparts and look and run in the same ways while shooting airsoft BBs instead of actual bullets.
There are several types of airsoft handguns consisting of CO2, green gas (blowback and non-blowback), spring powered, and AEG automatic electric gun handguns. Each of these styles of handguns come with negatives and positives related to them. Learning about the varieties of airsoft pistols lets you make a decision on which type is right for you and your airsoft game play style.
CO2 Airsoft Handgun Details
CO2 airsoft sidearms are among the most resilient and typical types of pistols. They are all weather weapons working well in lots of kinds of weather, extreme temperatures, and environments. These handguns use high pressure CO2 gas to force airsoft BBs down the pistol barrel. The CO2 cartridge stores the gas and is usually held in the handgun’s magazine in the handle.
These forms of airsoft pistols are great for playing in cold temperatures since the compressed CO2 gas is stored in the sealed cylinders and less susceptible to performance decreases with temperature levels. This fact provides good FPS and shot consistency while playing airsoft in the winter season for instance where other sorts of sidearms like green gas stuffer from low performance or barely fire airsoft BBs.
Info About CO2 Gas and CO2 Cartridge Cylinders
CO2 airsoft sidearms are powered by typical 12 gram CO2 cylinders. These cartridges look like a chrome cylinder and store high pressured CO2 gas consisting of just one carbon atom and 2 oxygen atoms thus the molecular formula is “C + O2”.
The cartridges come sealed to keep the CO2 gas safely inside, however once they are opened (firing them in an airsoft weapon breaks the seal) they will begin to lose pressure if they are left unused. If the airsoft matches end and you still have CO2 gas left, use the opportunity to do some handgun target practice and use up the rest of the remaining gas.
If they are kept sealed, CO2 cartridges have a long storage life. They do have the supplier’s use by date normally marked on the box or cartridge cylinder, but they may survive for a very long period past this date if the cartridge seals are not tampered with.
Green Gas Airsoft Pistol Details
Green gas airsoft handguns function similarly to CO2 pistols, but they do not use CO2 cartridges. As an alternative, they use green gas or propane for propellant to propel 6mm airsoft BBs. The result on the battlefield and green gas weapon functionality is practically the same as CO2 pistols with the weapons shooting up to 300+ feet per second (FPS). Shots are rapidly fired in semi-automatic or automatic shooting modes and can accurately hit targets at shorter to mid-range proximities.
The green gas is housed in the handgun’s magazine and can typically hold around 15 to 20+ BBs depending on the handgun design. A series of valves, silicone gaskets, and seals keep the propane gas sealed in the mag up to the point the pistol’s trigger is squeezed. It is a great plan to refill and top off your green gas reserves in your mag each time you reload it. Pistol-wielding airsoft players can even carry supplemental bottles of propane in the field for reloading magazines between lulls in the war or in-between missions.
When running a green gas pistol on the airsoft field as a primary or secondary gun, additional handgun magazines are encouraged for rapidly reloading and engaging the op force. Having extra mags helps you join in the action during firefights or while clearing structures in CQB (close quarters combat) room-to-room combat.
Green gas handguns are great for CQB at airsoft fields considering long guns and full-sized AEGs are normally not approved to be used for indoor engagements. This is a safety guideline because of the close range distance of airsoft players during shooting engagements and the potential for players to be hurt. While green gas handguns still fire airsoft BBs at about 300 FPS, the shorter handgun barrel assists to keep the joules and energy launching the BB at a lower level compared to AEG airsoft rifles, sniper rifles, and other long guns.
About Green Gas Blowback (GBB) VS Green Gas Non-blowback
There are two different types of green gas airsoft pistols. There are green gas blowback pistols or GBBs. These handguns operate like an actual pistol with the 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 very cool, but the handguns usually are more expensive and potentially have more that can 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. Performance is about the same when comparing the two types of green gas pistols.
About GBB and Green Gas Issues
While green gas usually performs extremely well, it does have constraints. This includes when they are played with throughout the winter airsoft season in the snow or in colder weather (like under 32 degrees F). Because the green gas or propane gas is stored in the weapon’s mag using silicone seals, o-rings, and gaskets, the cold can negatively affect the seals and make the stored gas to leak out prior to firing the handgun. The depressurized gas can make the airsoft BBs to only shoot several feet (like 10 feet in the cold ) when it would typically shoot BBs over 100+ feet in warmer weather).
One solution to this issue is to try to keep the GBB pistol mags warmer by holding them close to your body just before the airsoft game play. This can help to warm up the rubber seals and help to seal in the green gas. If you definitely prefer to use a dependable airsoft handgun in the cold, it might also be better to get a CO2 variation of your favorite handgun. The CO2 cartridges come sealed and perform far better in sub-freezing conditions and while playing in the snow.
Spring Airsoft Handguns
Spring airsoft handguns are powered by powerful coil springs that fire the BBs out of the pistol barrel. The manual actions of shooting, cocking, and reloading spring guns makes the fire rate much slower than CO2 and GBB pistols.
Spring airsoft guns work best in springer battles where opponents can solely use similar, single shot spring weapons or as a close quarters backup weapon for CQB buildings and MOUT sites when you can frequently quietly sneak up on other airsoft opponents to get a guaranteed one-shot-one-kill. In the latter circumstance, a quick second followup shot is not required given that the other person is now struck and out of the game or headed back to respawn. When engaging numerous players considering that the spring airsoft gun only fires as quickly as you can re-chamber an airsoft BB by hand, be careful.
About Spring Pistol Performance
Spring guns are quite reliable under the appropriate game circumstances. Spring handguns can usually shoot accurately up to 120 feet or more with 0.12 gram BBs however the ability to engage targets decreases rapidly.
AEG Automatic Electric Airsoft Sidearm Details
AEG airsoft sidearms or AEPs (automatic electric pistols) are definitely a viable option to carry as a backup gun on the airsoft field. These automatic electric pistols are often powered by mini stick batteries in the weapon’s grip. They work similar to an AEG gun and use pressurized air pumped through electrically cycled gearboxes, pistons, and cylinders to propel airsoft BBs quickly and very rapidly at that.
AEG handgun magazines typically can carry around 20 to 30 airsoft BBs. The handguns can fire airsoft BBs right up to about 300 FPS using 0.12 gram airsoft BBs or 200 to 250 FPS when loaded with 0.20g airsoft BBs. The electrically powered gearbox system can shoot around 700+ BBs per minute which depends if you have enough spare magazines to reload (after every 20 to 30 rounds) and the battery lasts that long. These AEP handguns can efficiently fire airsoft BBs at around 150 foot distances.
AEG Pistol Quality and Performance
AEG pistol quality has actually grown significantly in the last few years. The early generation AEP guns were a bit questionable and undependable, however the more recent versions have the deficiencies worked out and make efficient airsoft backup guns. They can be further upgraded with maximized mag capacities together with accommodating more powerful batteries.
A substantial perk of using an AEG pistol is that you have the capacity to rewire the connections to use a bigger battery with higher mAh. Depending on the AEG pistol design, you are able to gain a large output in functionality by utilizing a 2 cell Lipo battery (like an 2S Lipo) in place of the stock battery. Take care of modifying the parts and wires since you need to consider the voltages, mAh, and electrical loads of the batteries. If you have customization questions, ask a qualified airsoft specialist at your closest airsoft store or shop.
What Airsoft Sidearm is Best for Me to Play with?
Deciding on the best airsoft sidearm for you depends upon your gun budget, how often you wish to play airsoft with it, and where you plan to play. Check out a green gas blowback pistol or automatic electric AEP pistol if you have over $100 to spend on your airsoft handgun. These kinds of guns are normally the top-tier guns, have great build qualities, and are usually a great sidearm to buy. Look at a CO2 handgun or less costly GBB handgun if you have in-between $50 to $100 to put towards an airsoft gun purchase. These guns will still be fun to play with and are resilient sidearms. Look for a cheap CO2 or spring pistol if you have fifty dollars or less. You can still find a durable airsoft pistol 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 GBB airsoft handguns usually are the most durable and effective on the airsoft field. Learn about the different types of airsoft pistols.
Question: What kind of airsoft weapon is the CO2 Jericho 941 .177 Cal. Pistol FPS-445 Full Metal Non-Blowback BB Gun Package Deal (Mask, CO2 and BBs)?
Answer: The CO2 Jericho 941 .177 Cal. Pistol FPS-445 Full Metal Non-Blowback BB Gun Package Deal (Mask, CO2 and BBs) is an airsoft pistol.
Question: Is this airsoft pistol good for first time airsoft players?
Answer: This airsoft pistol may be a viable gun to use for first time airsoft players. It depends on the player’s gun budget, their experience using handguns, and how much they believe they will play airsoft. The CO2 Jericho 941 .177 Cal. Pistol FPS-445 Full Metal Non-Blowback BB Gun Package Deal (Mask, CO2 and BBs) is a good weapon for most players.
Question: Is this airsoft handgun rentable?
Answer: Many airsoft fields rent weapons. You will find most fields rent automatic electric guns like assault rifles instead of pistols. Therefore, finding this specific pistol model to rent will most likely be more challenging. Talk to the airsoft field near you to see if they rent the specific airsoft 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. Search for parts particular to the CO2 Jericho 941 .177 Cal. Pistol FPS-445 Full Metal Non-Blowback BB Gun Package Deal (Mask, CO2 and BBs).
Question: Are airsoft guns legal in my state?
Answer: Possibly depending on where you live. Look at 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 more stringent laws and requirements which might apply to airsoft guns like the CO2 Jericho 941 .177 Cal. Pistol FPS-445 Full Metal Non-Blowback BB Gun Package Deal (Mask, CO2 and BBs).
Question: What kind of airsoft BBs does this airsoft pistol shoot?
Answer: This airsoft handgun usually shoots basic 6mm airsoft BBs which are 0.12 gram or 0.20 gram. Examine the pistol’s product info for additional information.
Question: How far can this airsoft gun shoot?
Answer: The majority of airsoft handguns can shoot around 80 to 120 feet or more. This may include the CO2 Jericho 941 .177 Cal. Pistol FPS-445 Full Metal Non-Blowback BB Gun Package Deal (Mask, CO2 and BBs). Gun range and accuracy depends upon 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 concern when using airsoft weapons. Game players should constantly use goggles covering their eyes 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 handgun shoot real ammo?
Answer: No, this airsoft gun can not shoot real ammo and can not be modified in any way to fire live ammo. It is a toy pistol.
