Description
Airsoft Pistol Product Details
GameFace ASP311C Stinger P311C Spring-Powered Single-Shot Military-Style Airsoft Pistol, Clear/Black
The Stinger P311 resembles popular US military pistols of the past and features a 12 round, easy to load magazine. This medium sized, spring powered repeater pistol has velocities of up to 325 fps.
Airsoft Pistol Product Features
Velocities up to 325 FPS
Spring powered
12 shot clip
Easy to load magazine
This product is restricted from shipment into the state of New York
Crosman Stinger P311 Airsoft Pistol
325 fps
Single shot
12 round magazine
Fixed blade front and rear sights
Not a toy. Adult supervision is required. Misuse or careless use may cause serious injury, especially to the eye. Eye protection must be used by the user and any person within range. Be careful, shoot safely.
How to Choose an Airsoft Pistol
Find out about airsoft guns like pistols and how you can use them as backup weapons or as main weapons on the airsoft playing field. Getting the best pistol and practicing with it can be a game changer in the accuracy of your shots. Handguns, by nature, are short range airsoft weapons. They are often fashioned after genuine handguns or copies of genuine handguns. Numerous airsoft sidearms are fully certified models of their genuine pistol equivalents. These airsoft guns can appear and function (short of shooting bullets) in the same ways identically to the real guns they are modeled around while firing airsoft BBs rather than actual bullets.
There are several types of airsoft pistols including CO2, propane or green gas (blowback and non-blowback), spring powered, and AEG automatic electric gun sidearms. Each of these styles of sidearms come with benefits and differences related to them. Learning about the kinds of airsoft sidearms allows you to make a decision on which type is right for you and your airsoft game play style.
About CO2 Airsoft Pistols
CO2 airsoft handguns are one of the most tough and common types of pistols. These handguns use pressurized CO2 gas to launch airsoft BBs out of the weapon barrel.
These styles of airsoft pistols are exceptional for playing in colder weather given that the high pressure CO2 gas is stored in the sealed cylinders and less susceptible to variation caused by low temperatures. This provides excellent FPS and shot consistency while playing airsoft in the cold weather for instance where other styles of guns like green gas stop functioning or barely shoot BBs.
Additional Info About CO2 Gas and CO2 Cartridges
CO2 airsoft pistols are powered by conventional 12 gram CO2 cartridge cylinders. These cartridges look like a shiny metallic cylinder and store high pressure CO2 gas made up 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 inside, however soon after they are opened (firing them inside of 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 chance to do some pistol target practice and use up the rest of the remaining gas.
CO2 cartridges have a long storage life if the cylinders are kept sealed. They come with a maker’s best used by date typically printed on the box or cylinder, however, they will probably maintain pressure for a prolonged period of time past this date if the cartridge seals are not damaged.
Green Gas and Propane Airsoft Handguns
Green gas airsoft pistols are similar to CO2 handguns, but they do not use CO2 cartridges. The effect on the battleground and green gas weapon efficiency is almost the exact same as CO2 pistols with the weapons shooting up to 300+ FPS.
The green gas is stored in the handgun’s mag and can commonly hold in-between 15 to 20+ airsoft BBs depending upon the pistol style. A bunch of valves, rubberized gaskets, and seals keep the propane gas stored in the magazine up to the point the pistol’s trigger is squeezed. It is a good idea to fill up and top off your green gas supply in the pistol mag each time you reload it. Pistol-wielding airsoft players can even bring surplus bottles of propane in the field for reloading between breaks in the war or in-between games.
When running a green gas sidearm on the airsoft field or arena as a primary or secondary gun, bringing additional handgun mags is suggested for quickly reloading and getting back into the game. Having extra magazines allows you to re engage in the action throughout firefights or while clearing structures in CQB (close quarters combat) room-to-room battles.
Green gas handguns are perfect for CQB at airsoft fields because rifles and full-sized AEGs are typically not allowed to be used during indoor game play. This is a safety guideline due to the close range proximity of players during shooting engagements and potential for players to get hurt. While green gas handguns can still shoot airsoft BBs at around 300 FPS, the shorter pistol barrel assists to keep the joules and energy pushing the BB at a decreased level compared to airsoft rifles, sniper rifles, and long guns.
About Green Gas Blowback (GBB) VS Green Gas Non-blowback
There are two different forms of green gas airsoft handguns. First there are green gas blowback handguns or GBBs. These guns function like an authentic pistol with the gun’s slide “blowing back” and moving with every shot. The propane induces the slide to cycle each time when a new airsoft BB is chambered. This effect is extremely cool, however the GBB guns usually cost more and likely have more parts which can break. The green gas non-blowback airsoft guns use a stationary slide which does not cycle. The non-blowback handguns generally cost less than GBBs. Performance is about the same between the two types of green gas pistols.
About GBB and Green Gas Limits
While green gas typically functions extremely well, it does have issues. This includes when they are played with during the winter airsoft season in the snow or in cold weather (like less than 32 degrees F). Considering that the green gas or propane is kept in the weapon’s mag by silicone seals and gaskets, low temperatures can impact the seals and make the stored gas to escape before firing the pistol. This can cause the airsoft BBs to just shoot several feet (like 10 feet in the cold ) when the pistol would normally shoot BBs over 100+ foot ranges in warmer temperatures).
One solution to this problem is to try to keep the GBB pistol magazines warmer by putting them inside your jacket next to your body just before the airsoft game play. This can help to warm the rubber seals and help to seal in the green gas. If you honestly want to play airsoft with a reliable airsoft handgun in the cold, it might also be better to check out a CO2 variation of your preferred handgun. The CO2 cartridges come sealed and the gun will shoot far better in sub-freezing temps and while playing in the snow.
Spring Airsoft Pistol Info
Spring airsoft guns are powered by powerful coil springs that shoot the BBs out of the gun’s barrel. The manual functioning of shooting, cocking, and reloading spring handguns makes the fire rate much slower than CO2 and GBB pistols.
Spring sidearms perform most effectively in springer wars where players can exclusively use similar, single shot spring handguns or as a close quarters backup gun for CQB buildings when you can often sneak up to other airsoft game players to get a guaranteed one-shot-one-kill. In the latter case, a rapid 2nd follow-up shot will not be called for since the other opponent is now hit by the first BB and out of the gameplay or going back to respawn. Beware when attacking several players given that the spring gun just shoots as quickly as you can re-chamber an airsoft BB manually.
About Spring Handgun Efficiency
Spring handguns are really useful under the appropriate conditions during airsoft games. Their FPS typically chronos at about 250 FPS to 300 FPS with lighter weight 0.12 gram airsoft BBs. These weapons usually fire the lighter weight airsoft BBs because the coiled springs are less powerful than other types of airsoft guns like rifles. Spring guns can normally shoot up to 120 feet or more with 0.12g BBs but the ability to engage targets accurately diminishes quickly. Choosing normal 0.20 gram weight airsoft BBs, you will most likely have a range of around 60 to 80 feet with enhanced target accuracy.
AEG Automatic Electric Airsoft Handgun Info
AEG airsoft handguns or AEPs (automatic electric pistols) are definitely a good choice to use as a secondary weapon on the airsoft field. These automatic electric handguns are often powered by mini stick batteries in the gun’s grip. They operate similar to an AEG rifle and use pressured air with electrically cycled cylinders, pistons, and gearboxes to fire airsoft BBs out of the barrel and very rapidly at that.
AEG handgun magazines typically can carry 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 with 0.20 gram airsoft BBs.
AEG Pistol Quality and Efficiency
AEG handgun quality has risen substantially in recent years. The initial gen guns were a little bit unreliable and questionable, however the more recent models have most of the issues resolved and make efficient airsoft backup guns. They can be modified with enhanced magazine storage capacities together with accommodating more powerful batteries.
A significant benefit of buying an AEG handgun is that you have the capability to rewire the connections to use an increased capacity battery with longer life. Depending upon the AEG pistol model, you may be able to gain a sizable jump in performance using a 2 cell Lipo battery (2S Lipo) as opposed to the standard battery. Take care of changing the parts and the gun’s wires because you should take into consideration the volts, mAh, and electrical loads of the battery. Ask a professional airsoft gun technician at your local airsoft shop if you have modding questions.
Which Airsoft Sidearm is Right for Me to Buy?
Picking the right airsoft sidearm for you depends upon how much you can afford, how much you wish to play airsoft with it, and where you plan to play. If you can afford more than $100 to invest in your airsoft pistol, take a look at a green gas blowback handgun or AEG handgun. These guns are usually the top-tier guns, have great efficiency, and can be a great gun to invest in. If you have between more than fifty but less than one-hundred dollars to spend, take a look at a CO2 pistol or less expensive GBB handgun. Mid-tier guns like these will still get the job done and are pretty resilient sidearms. If you have fifty dollars or less, shop for a lower end CO2 or springer handgun. You can still find a long-lasting airsoft handgun to use for the pistol airsoft guns.
Frequently Asked Questions About Airsoft Pistols
Question: What is the best type of airsoft sidearm?
Answer: The best pistols are often a matter of a player’s preference. CO2 and green gas airsoft handguns usually are the most durable and effective on the airsoft field. Learn about the different types of airsoft pistols.
Question: What type of airsoft gun is the GameFace ASP311C Stinger P311C Spring-Powered Single-Shot Military-Style Airsoft Pistol, Clear/Black?
Answer: The GameFace ASP311C Stinger P311C Spring-Powered Single-Shot Military-Style Airsoft Pistol, Clear/Black is an airsoft pistol.
Question: Is this airsoft pistol good for first time players?
Answer: This airsoft pistol can be a viable option for first time airsoft players. It depends on the player’s gun budget, experience, and how much they believe they will play airsoft. The GameFace ASP311C Stinger P311C Spring-Powered Single-Shot Military-Style Airsoft Pistol, Clear/Black is a decent gun for most 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 M4 rifles instead of handguns or pistols. Therefore, finding this specific handgun model to rent at an airsoft field will most likely be more challenging. Contact your closest airsoft field near you to see if they rent the specific airsoft pistol model.
Question: Can this airsoft pistol be upgraded?
Answer: Potentially, this airsoft gun may be able to accept upgrades depending on the gun type. Try to find parts particular to the GameFace ASP311C Stinger P311C Spring-Powered Single-Shot Military-Style Airsoft Pistol, Clear/Black.
Question: Are airsoft handguns legal in my state?
Answer: Possibly depending upon where you live. Look at your regional weapon 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 may apply to airsoft weapons like the GameFace ASP311C Stinger P311C Spring-Powered Single-Shot Military-Style Airsoft Pistol, Clear/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. Examine the product details for more details.
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 GameFace ASP311C Stinger P311C Spring-Powered Single-Shot Military-Style Airsoft Pistol, Clear/Black. Gun range and precision 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 priority when using airsoft weapons. Participants should constantly use eye and protective face masks. The weapon needs to 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 gun shoot real ammunition?
Answer: No, this airsoft weapon can not fire real bullets and can not be customized in any way to fire live ammunition. It is a toy gun.
