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Airsoft Pistol Product Details
Lethal Weapon 2 Pistol 12 Rnd FPS 150 Red Dot Laser Spring Airsoft Gun
Airsoft Pistol Product Features
Information on Airsoft Handgun Varieties
Find out about airsoft sidearms and handguns and how you can use them as backup weapons or as main weapons on the airsoft playing field. Getting the right handgun and practicing with it can make all the difference in the accuracy of your shots. Pistols, naturally, are lower range airsoft guns. They are often manufactured after genuine guns or copies of genuine pistols. Quite a few airsoft handguns are completely certified variations of their genuine weapon counterparts. These airsoft guns can run in the same ways and visually look similarly to the real guns they are modeled after while shooting airsoft BBs instead of actual bullets.
There are a variety of airsoft sidearms such as CO2, green gas (blowback and non-blowback), spring powered, and AEG automatic electric sidearms. Each of these types of handguns have negatives and positives associated with them. Learning about the varieties of airsoft sidearms allows you to decide which type is right for you and your airsoft gameplay style.
CO2 Airsoft Sidearm Details
CO2 airsoft guns are one of the most common and durable types of sidearms. These handguns use high pressure CO2 gas to move airsoft BBs out of the pistol barrel.
These kinds of airsoft guns are very good for airsoft games in cooler temperatures given that the high pressure CO2 gas is stored in the sealed cylinders and less sensitive to performance variations by temperature levels. This fact provides good FPS and shot consistency while playing airsoft in the winter months for instance where other varieties of pistols like green gas cease to function or hardly fire airsoft BBs.
About CO2 Gas and CO2 Cylinders
CO2 airsoft pistols are powered by standard 12 gram CO2 cylinders. These cartridges look similar to a shiny cylinder and hold high pressure CO2 gas composed of 1 carbon atom and two oxygen atoms thus the molecular formula is “C + O2”.
The cartridges come sealed to keep the CO2 gas securely inside, however the moment they are opened (firing them inside of an airsoft weapon breaks the cartridge 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 pistol target practice and use up the rest of the remaining gas.
CO2 cartridges can be stored for a longtime if they are stored sealed. They are made with a manufacturer’s best used by date typically listed on the box or cylinder, however they will probably stay pressurized for a very long time past this date if the cartridge seal is not broken.
Information About Green Gas Airsoft Pistols
Green gas airsoft pistols are similar to CO2 pistols, however they use green gas instead of CO2 cartridges. The effect on the battleground and green gas weapon efficiency is virtually the exact same as CO2 handguns with the guns around 300+ FPS.
The green gas is held in the pistol’s airsoft mag which can normally hold around 15 to 20+ BBs depending on the pistol type. A series of valves, rubber gaskets, and seals keep the gas stored in the magazine before the pistol’s trigger is pulled.
When playing with a green gas sidearm on the airsoft field or arena as a main or secondary gun, bringing additional handgun magazines is suggested for rapidly reloading and engaging the op force. Having additional mags on-hand helps you join in the action during firefights or while sweeping buildings in CQB (close quarters combat) room-to-room fights.
Green gas handguns are suitable for CQB at airsoft fields given that long guns and full-sized AEGs are generally not authorized to be used for indoor game play. This is an essential 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 pistols still fire airsoft BBs at about 300 FPS, the short pistol barrel assists to keep the joules and energy moving the BB lower compared to airsoft rifles, sniper rifles, and long guns.
About Green Gas Blowback (GBB) VS Green Gas Non-blowback
There are two different varieties of green gas airsoft handguns. First, 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. Every time a new airsoft BB is loaded into the chamber, the gas triggers the slide to cycle. This functioning while shooting is very cool, but the GBB guns usually cost more and likely have more to break. The green gas non-blowback airsoft pistols use a fixed slide which does not move. The non-blowback handguns generally cost less than GBBs. Efficiency is about the same between the two types of green gas handguns.
About GBB and Green Gas Issues
Because the green gas or propane is stored in the pistol magazine by using rubber o-rings, seals, and gaskets, cold temps can negatively impact these o-rings and cause the stored gas to escape prior to shooting the pistol. This can cause the airsoft BBs to simply shoot a few feet away (like 10 feet in cold weather ) when the green gas pistol would typically shoot BBs over 100+ feet in warmer weather).
One fix to this problem is to make the GBB pistol magazines warmer by holding them next to your body just before the airsoft game play starts. If you really need to play with a reliable airsoft handgun in the cold, it may also be worth getting a CO2 style of your favorite pistol.
Spring Airsoft Pistol Info
Spring airsoft sidearms are powered by powerful coil springs that launch the airsoft BBs out of the handgun barrel. They are usually single-shot. The manual actions of cocking, reloading, and firing spring handguns makes the weapon’s fire rate much slower than CO2 and GBB handguns. When confronting attackers on the airsoft field with advanced weaponry like auto airsoft AEG rifles and CO2, green gas, or GBB airsoft pistols, this makes spring airsoft guns enjoyable to use, however less efficient.
Spring pistols perform best in springer battles where opponents can only use similar, single shot spring pistols or as an alternative backup weapon for CQB buildings and MOUT sites when you can usually surprise other airsoft participants to get an assured one-shot-one-kill. In the latter scenario, a rapid 2nd followup shot is not really needed due to the fact that the other opponent is already hit by the airsoft BB and out of the game play or running back to respawn. Beware when engaging multiple airsoft players considering the spring gun just shoots as quick as you can re-chamber an airsoft BB manually.
About Spring Pistol Effectiveness
Spring guns are considerably efficient under the appropriate situations. Their FPS normally chronos at about 250 FPS to 300 FPS with lighter 0.12g airsoft BBs. These weapons usually fire lighter weight airsoft BBs since the springs are less effective than other styles of airsoft guns. Spring handguns can typically be accurate at up to 120 feet or more with 0.12 gram BBs but precision diminishes quickly. Shooting conventional 0.20g weight airsoft BBs, you will very likely have a range of around 60 to 80 feet with enhanced accuracy.
AEG Automatic Electric Airsoft Handgun Details
AEG airsoft pistols or AEPs (automatic electric pistols) are also a viable option to use as a secondary gun on the airsoft field. These automatic electric handguns are normally powered by mini stick batteries in the weapon’s handle. They operate much like an AEG rifle and use compressed air with electrically cycled pistons and cylinders to fire airsoft BBs out of the barrel and very rapidly at that.
AEG pistol magazines usually can hold around 20 to 30 airsoft BBs. The pistols can fire airsoft BBs up to about 300 FPS with 0.12g airsoft BBs or 200 to 250 FPS using 0.20 gram airsoft BBs.
AEG Pistol Quality and Performance
AEG pistol quality has increased substantially in recent years. The early generations were a little bit undependable and questionable, however the latest designs have the problems worked out and make effective airsoft secondary guns. They can be further modified with maximized magazine capacities and by accommodating bigger batteries.
A large advantage of using an AEG handgun is that you have the capability to rewire the connections to use a more substantial battery. Depending on the AEG pistol style, you can get a substantial increase in performance by adopting a 2 cell Lipo battery (like an 2S Lipo) as a replacement for the stock mini battery.
Which Airsoft Handgun is Right for Me to Play with?
Choosing the best airsoft handgun for you depends upon your gun budget, how much you want to play airsoft with it, and where you decide to play. If you can afford $100 or more to spend on your airsoft pistol, look into a green gas blowback or GBB handgun or AEG pistol. These guns are normally the top of the line, have the most effective performance, and could be an excellent gun to invest in. Take a look at a CO2 handgun or more affordable GBB pistol if you have in-between more than $50 but less than $100 to invest. These will still work well and will be long lasting sidearms. Look for a lower end CO2 or spring pistol if you have less than $50. You can still buy a well-built airsoft pistol to use for the handgun games.
Frequently Asked Questions About Airsoft Sidearms
Question: What is the most popular type of airsoft pistol?
Answer: The best pistols are often a matter of a player’s preference. CO2 and green gas GBB airsoft handguns usually are the most durable and dependable. Learn about the different types of airsoft pistols.
Question: What type of airsoft weapon is the Lethal Weapon 2 Pistol 12 Rnd FPS 150 Red Dot Laser Spring Airsoft Gun?
Answer: The Lethal Weapon 2 Pistol 12 Rnd FPS 150 Red Dot Laser Spring Airsoft Gun is an airsoft pistol.
Question: Is this airsoft pistol good for first time 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 believe they will play in the future. The Lethal Weapon 2 Pistol 12 Rnd FPS 150 Red Dot Laser Spring Airsoft Gun is a decent gun for many players.
Question: Is this airsoft handgun rentable?
Answer: Many airsoft fields rent guns. You will find most fields rent AEGs like rifles or SMGs instead of handguns or pistols. Therefore, finding this specific handgun model to rent will most likely be more challenging. Contact the airsoft field near you to see if they rent the specific airsoft handgun model.
Question: Can this airsoft handgun be enhanced with modifications?
Answer: Possibly, this depends on the airsoft handgun type and build. It may be able to accept upgrades depending on what is modified. Try to find parts specific to the Lethal Weapon 2 Pistol 12 Rnd FPS 150 Red Dot Laser Spring Airsoft Gun.
Question: Are airsoft weapons legal in my state?
Answer: Potentially depending on where you live. Check your local 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 Lethal Weapon 2 Pistol 12 Rnd FPS 150 Red Dot Laser Spring Airsoft Gun.
Question: What type of airsoft BBs does this airsoft gun shoot?
Answer: This airsoft pistol usually shoots standard 6mm airsoft BBs which are 0.12g or 0.20 gram. Check out the item info to find out more.
Question: How far can this airsoft gun shoot?
Answer: Many airsoft pistols can shoot around 80 to 120 feet or more. This may include the Lethal Weapon 2 Pistol 12 Rnd FPS 150 Red Dot Laser Spring Airsoft Gun. Weapon accuracy and range depends upon the shooter’s ability, shooting conditions, weather, wind, terrain, and other factors.
Question: What do I need to understand for airsoft pistol safety?
Answer: Safety is a top concern when using airsoft weapons. Players should always use goggles covering their eyes and face protection. The weapon should be used safely with supervision 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 fire real bullets?
Answer: No, this airsoft weapon can not fire real ammo and can not be customized in any way to fire live ammo. It is a toy gun.
