Description
Airsoft Pistol Product Details
Double Eagle M291 Metal Spring Pistol w/ Accessory Rail, Black 1911
DE M291 Full Metal 1911 Full Size Airsoft Spring Pistol
Airsoft Pistol Product Features
Full Metal Slide. Zinc Alloy High quality finish.
1:1 Scale True Replica to the Real 1911 Pistol
Matt Black Non-Glare Finish. Railed Frame for optic / laser and light attachments
High power and accuracy (based on general accuracy and power of a spring gun)
Overall Length : 235mm Range : ~30′ to 60′ Magazine Capacity : 21 rds Weight : 550g Velocity : 240 fps
Information About the Styles of Airsoft Pistols
Find out about airsoft sidearms and handguns 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 a big difference in nailing your shots. Handguns, naturally, are short range airsoft guns. They are often constructed after real world handguns or miniatures of legitimate handguns. A lot of airsoft sidearms are completely licensed editions of their real handgun equivalents. These airsoft guns can visually appear and handle in the same ways identical to the real guns they are designed around while blasting airsoft BBs as opposed to authentic 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 have benefits and differences connected with them. Finding out about the varieties of airsoft sidearms lets you choose which type is right for you and your airsoft gameplay style.
Details About CO2 Airsoft Pistols
CO2 airsoft pistols are one of the most durable and standard types of handguns. These handguns use CO2 stored in small cylinders to push airsoft BBs out of the handgun barrel.
These kinds of airsoft guns are very good for airsoft games in cold and snowy weather conditions given that the high pressure CO2 gas is less susceptible to performance decreases with low temperature. This offers exceptional FPS and shot consistency while playing airsoft in the winter season for instance where other types of airsoft guns like green gas stuffer from low performance or hardly fire airsoft BBs.
About CO2 Gas and CO2 Cartridges
CO2 airsoft pistols are powered by standard 12 gram CO2 cartridge cylinders. These cartridges look similar to a metallic cylinder and hold high pressured CO2 gas consisting of just one carbon atom and two oxygen atoms, and so the molecular formula of “C + O2 “. These atoms are bound in the following sequence “O= C =O”. The gas is held in the 12 gram cartridges under very high pressure of about ~ 800psi that translates to 55bar.
The CO2 cylinders cannot be refilled and you can typically order them in bundles of 12, 20, 50, or 100 12 gram CO2 cartridges. They come sealed to retain the CO2 gas safely inside, but the moment they are opened (shooting them in an airsoft pistol breaks the cartridge seal) the cartridges will start to lose pressure if they are not used up. You must attempt to expend the entire CO2 cartridge the exact same day you open the seal. Use the opportunity to do some pistol 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 have to shoot up until the weapon stops shooting airsoft BBs.
If they are kept sealed, CO2 cartridges can be stored for a while. They do have a supplier’s expiry date typically noted on the box or cartridge cylinder, however they may last for a very long period past this date if the cartridge seal is not tampered with.
Information About Green Gas Airsoft Sidearms
Green gas airsoft pistols are comparable to CO2 pistols, however they use propane gas instead of CO2 cartridges. The effect on the airsoft battlefield and green gas weapon performance is almost the same as CO2 handguns with the guns shooting up to 300+ FPS.
The propane gas is held in the handgun’s airsoft magazine which can often hold between 15 to 20+ BBs depending on the pistol design. A series of valves, rubber gaskets, and seals keep the gas stored in the magazine till the handgun’s trigger is pulled.
When bringing a green gas handgun on the airsoft field or arena as a backup or main gun, additional magazines are advised for rapidly reloading. Having extra mags on-hand helps you reengage in the action during firefights or while clearing structures in CQB (close quarters combat) room-to-room battles.
Green gas handguns are suitable for CQB at airsoft fields given that long guns and full-sized AEGs are typically not approved to be used during indoor shooting. This is a safety regulation due to the close quarters proximity of airsoft players during the shooting engagements and the potential for players to be hurt. While green gas handguns still fire airsoft BBs at around 300 FPS, the shorter handgun barrel assists to keep the joules and energy forcing the BB at a decreased level compared to airsoft rifles, sniper rifles, and other long guns.
Thinking About Green Gas Blowback (GBB) VS Green Gas Non-blowback
There are 2 different types of green gas airsoft handguns. To start with there are green gas blowback handguns or GBBs. These pistols function like an authentic pistol with the slide “blowing back” and moving with every shot. The gas causes the slide to cycle each time when a new airsoft BB is loaded into the chamber. This functioning while shooting is really cool, however the pistols frequently cost more and likely have more that can break. The green gas non-blowback airsoft guns have a stationary slide which does not cycle. The non-blowback handguns commonly 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 performs very well, it does have restrictions. When green gas and GBB guns are used over the winter season in the snow or in colder temps (like below 32 degrees F). Since the green gas or propane gas is held in the weapon’s magazine using silicone seals, o-rings, and gaskets, low temperatures can affect these seals and allow the stored gas to seep out prior to shooting airsoft BBs. 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 option to fix this problem is to keep the GBB pistol magazines warmer by holding them inside your jacket next to your body prior to game play. This can help to heat up the seals, gaskets, and valves and help to seal in the green gas. If you really desire to have fun with a trustworthy airsoft pistol in the cold, it may also be better to buy a CO2 version of your favorite pistol. The CO2 cartridges come sealed and perform better in sub-freezing conditions and while playing in the snow.
Spring Airsoft Pistol Details
Spring airsoft handguns are powered by powerful springs that launch the BBs out of the gun’s barrel. The manual functioning of shooting, cocking, and reloading spring pistols makes the fire rate much slower than CO2, green gas, and GBB airsoft guns.
Spring guns perform the best in springer wars where game players can only use comparable, single shot spring guns or as a close quarters backup weapon for CQB settings when you can frequently surprise other airsoft opponents to get a guaranteed one-shot-one-kill. In the latter case, a fast 2nd followup shot isn’t needed given that the other opponent is now hit and out of the game play or heading back to respawn. When engaging many different attackers since the springer only shoots as quickly as you can re-chamber an airsoft BB manually, be cautious.
About Spring Pistol Efficiency
Spring guns are quite effective under the appropriate game conditions. Their FPS commonly chronos at about 250 FPS to 300 FPS with lighter 0.12 gram airsoft BBs. These handguns typically fire lighter weight airsoft BBs because the coiled springs are less effective than other types of airsoft guns like SMGs. Spring handguns can typically engage targets at ranges of up to 120 feet or more with 0.12 gram BBs but the ability to engage targets accurately decreases quickly. Choosing conventional 0.20 gram weight airsoft BBs, you will probably have a decreased range of around 60 to 80 feet with enhanced accuracy.
AEG Automatic Electric Airsoft Sidearms
AEG airsoft sidearms or AEPs (automatic electric pistols) are definitely an option to carry as a backup weapon on the airsoft field. These automatic electric pistols are normally powered by mini stick batteries in the weapon’s grip. They work just like an AEG SMG and use pressured air with electrically cycled cylinders, pistons, and gearboxes to shoot airsoft BBs out of the barrel and very quickly at that.
AEG pistol magazines typically carry around 20 to 30 airsoft BBs. The handguns can fire airsoft BBs as high as around 300 FPS using 0.12g airsoft BBs or about 200 to 250 FPS using 0.20 gram airsoft BBs. The electrically powered gearbox system can shoot around 700+ BBs per minute which depends if you have enough magazines to reload (after every 20 to 30 shots) and the battery lasts that long. These AEP handguns can accurately fire airsoft BBs at about 150 foot distances.
AEG Pistol Quality and Performance
AEG pistol quality has increased substantially in recent years. The early gens were a bit unreliable and sketchy, however the new models have the bugs worked out and make reliable airsoft secondary weapons. They can be modified with maximized mag capacities and by accommodating larger batteries.
A massive advantage of carrying an AEG handgun is that you have the ability to rewire the connections to use a more substantial battery. Depending on the AEG handgun model, you can get a sizable output in efficiency by adopting a two cell Lipo battery (like an 2S Lipo) rather than the stock battery.
Which Airsoft Handgun is Right for Me?
Picking out the most ideal airsoft handgun for you depends on how much you want to spend, how much you want to play airsoft with it, and where you hope to play. Consider a green gas blowback pistol or AEG pistol if you have over $100 to spend on your airsoft handgun. These kinds of pistols are usually the top of the line, have great efficiency, and are usually a really good airsoft gun to invest in. If you can afford between more than $50 but less than $100 to use for your gun, take a look at a CO2 handgun or a more affordable GBB handgun. Mid-tier guns like these will still finish the job and are long lasting sidearms. If you have $50 or less, research a cheap CO2 or spring pistol. You can still buy a resilient airsoft handgun to use for the pistol airsoft guns.
Pistol 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 GBB airsoft sidearms usually are the most durable and dependable. Learn about the different types of airsoft pistols.
Question: What kind of airsoft gun is the Double Eagle M291 Metal Spring Pistol w/ Accessory Rail, Black 1911?
Answer: The Double Eagle M291 Metal Spring Pistol w/ Accessory Rail, Black 1911 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 think they will play airsoft. The Double Eagle M291 Metal Spring Pistol w/ Accessory Rail, Black 1911 is a decent weapon for a lot of players to carry.
Question: Is this airsoft handgun rentable?
Answer: Lots of airsoft fields rent guns. You will find most fields rent automatic electric AEGs like SMGs instead of handguns. Therefore, finding this specific handgun model to use as a rental airsoft gun will probably be more challenging. Contact the airsoft field near you to see if they rent the particular gun model.
Question: Can this airsoft pistol be upgraded?
Answer: Potentially, this airsoft gun may be able to accept upgrades depending on the gun type. Look for parts particular to the Double Eagle M291 Metal Spring Pistol w/ Accessory Rail, Black 1911.
Question: Are airsoft handguns legal in my state?
Answer: Possibly depending upon where you live. Look at your regional weapon laws or with your regional 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 more stringent laws and requirements which may apply to airsoft weapons like the Double Eagle M291 Metal Spring Pistol w/ Accessory Rail, Black 1911.
Question: What type of airsoft BBs does this airsoft handgun shoot?
Answer: This airsoft handgun typically shoots basic 6mm airsoft BBs which are 0.12 gram or 0.20g. Check the pistol’s product details for additional information.
Question: How far can this airsoft handgun shoot?
Answer: A lot of airsoft handguns can shoot around 80 to 120 feet or more. This may include the Double Eagle M291 Metal Spring Pistol w/ Accessory Rail, Black 1911. Handgun precision and range depends on the shooter’s ability, shooting conditions, weather, wind, terrain, and other factors.
Question: What do I need to know for airsoft weapon safety?
Answer: Safety is a top priority when using airsoft weapons. Players must always use eye and face masks. The weapon needs to 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 gun can not fire real ammunition and can not be modified in any way to fire live ammo. It is a toy gun.
