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Airsoft Pistol Product Details
Spring 19 Pistol FPS-200 Airsoft Gun
Airsoft Pistol Product Features
How to Choose an Airsoft Pistol
Learn about airsoft pistols and handguns and how you can use them as backup weapons or as main weapons on the airsoft playing field. Many airsoft handguns are completely certified models of their authentic weapon counterparts and run and appear in the very same ways while shooting airsoft BBs rather than real bullets.
There are several types of airsoft handguns including CO2, green gas (blowback and non-blowback), spring powered, and AEG automatic electric sidearms. Each of these varieties of handguns has negatives and positives related to them. Finding out about the varieties of airsoft sidearms allows you to figure out which type is right for you and your airsoft gameplay style.
CO2 Airsoft Handguns
CO2 airsoft guns are one of the most common and sturdy types of pistols. These handguns use high pressure CO2 gas to push airsoft BBs out of the weapon barrel.
These forms of airsoft handguns are good choices for airsoft games in cold and snowy weather conditions given that the compressed CO2 gas is stored in the sealed cylinders and less prone to FPS decreases caused by temperature. This gives CO2 airsoft pistols excellent FPS and shot consistency while playing airsoft in the cold for instance where other varieties of handguns like green gas cease to function or hardly shoot airsoft BBs.
About CO2 Gas and CO2 Cartridges
CO2 airsoft handguns are powered by regular 12 gram CO2 cartridges. These cartridges look like a metal cylinder and hold high pressure CO2 gas composed of a single carbon atom and a couple of oxygen atoms for this reason the molecular formula of “C + O2”.
The CO2 cylinders cannot be used multiple times and you can normally order them in bundles of 12, 20, 50, or 100 12 gram CO2 cartridge sets. They come sealed to preserve the CO2 gas safely inside, once they are punctured (shooting them in an airsoft pistol breaks the seal) the cartridges will start to lose pressure if they are left unused. You need to try to use up the entire CO2 cartridge the same day you open the seal. If the airsoft games end and you still have CO2 gas left, use the chance to do some handgun accuracy and target practice and use up the remainder of the extra gas. There is no gas level sign on the cartridge so you have to shoot up until the weapon stops shooting BBs.
CO2 cartridges can be stored for a longtime if the cylinders are kept sealed. They have the supplier’s expiry date typically marked on the package or cartridge cylinder, however, they will last for a very long period of time past this date if the cartridge seals are not broken.
Green Gas and Propane Airsoft Sidearm Details
Green gas airsoft pistols are similar to CO2 guns, but they do not use CO2 cartridges. Alternatively, they use green gas or propane gas for propellant to fire the airsoft BBs. The impact on gameplay and green gas sidearm effectiveness is just about the same as CO2 handguns with the weapons shooting up to about 300+ feet per second (FPS). Shots are quickly fired in fully-automatic or semi-automatic firing modes and precisely hit targets at short to mid-range proximities.
The green gas is stored in the pistol’s airsoft magazine that can commonly hold in-between 15 to 20+ BBs based on the handgun design. A series of valves, rubber gaskets, and o-rings keep the gas stored in the mag before the pistol’s trigger is squeezed.
When bringing a green gas handgun on the airsoft field or arena as a secondary or primary weapon, extra mags are encouraged for quickly reloading. Having additional mags on-hand allows you to reengage in the action in the middle of firefights or while sweeping buildings in CQB (close quarters combat) room-to-room fights.
Green gas pistols are optimal for CQB at airsoft fields given that rifles and full-sized AEGs are usually not enabled to be used during indoor game play. This is an essential safety guideline due to the close range distance of gamers during the shooting engagements and the potential for players to be hurt. While green gas handguns can still shoot airsoft BBs at around 300 FPS, the short handgun barrel assists to keep the joules and energy launching the BB at a lower level compared to AEGs, airsoft rifles, sniper rifles, and long guns.
About Green Gas Blowback (GBB) VS Green Gas Non-blowback
There are two various types of green gas airsoft handguns. There are green gas blowback pistols or GBBs where the slide moves and non-blowback handguns. The green gas non-blowback airsoft pistols use a stationary slide which does not move.
About GBB and Green Gas Limitations
Because the green gas or propane is held in the magazine by using rubber seals, o-rings, and gaskets, cold temps can negatively affect these seals and allow the gas to escape prior to shooting the handgun. This can cause the airsoft BBs to simply shoot a couple of feet (like 10 feet in the cold ) when the green gas handgun would usually shoot airsoft BBs over 100+ foot distances in warmer weather).
One fix for this challenge is to make the GBB handgun magazines warmer by placing them next to your body prior to airsoft game play. This can help to warm up the seals, gaskets, and valves and better seal in the green gas. It can also be worth getting a CO2 version of your favorite handgun if you actually prefer to play airsoft with a reliable airsoft pistol in the cold. The CO2 cylinders come sealed and perform much better in sub-freezing conditions and while playing in the snow.
Spring Airsoft Handgun Details
Spring airsoft handguns are powered by strong springs that shoot the BBs out of the gun’s barrel. The manual functions of cocking, firing, and reloading spring guns makes the fire rate much slower than CO2, green gas, and GBB pistols.
Spring pistols work most effectively in springer battles where participants can exclusively use related, single shot spring guns or as an alternative weapon for CQB buildings when you can usually quietly sneak up on other airsoft game players to get a guaranteed one-shot-one-kill. In the latter scenario, a quick second follow-up shot will not be called for considering that the other person is already hit by the airsoft BB and out of the game play or going back to respawn. Look out when fighting several players since the weapon only shoots as quick as you can re-chamber an airsoft BB by hand.
About Spring Pistol Performance
Spring handguns are quite useful under the ideal game conditions. Spring pistols can typically shoot up to 120 feet or more with 0.12 gram BBs but the ability to engage targets decreases quickly.
AEG Automatic Electric Airsoft Sidearms
AEG airsoft handguns or AEPs (automatic electric pistols) are also a good choice to carry as a backup gun on the airsoft field. These automatic electric handguns are often powered by mini stick batteries in the gun’s butt. They work just like an AEG rifle and use pressurized air with electrically cycled pistons, gearboxes, and cylinders to shoot airsoft BBs out of the barrel and very quickly at that.
AEG handgun magazines usually hold about 20 to 30 airsoft BBs. The pistols can shoot airsoft BBs up to around 300 FPS using 0.12 gram airsoft BBs or 200 to 250 FPS using 0.20 gram airsoft BBs.
AEG Handgun Quality and Efficiency
AEG handgun quality has actually grown considerably in recent years. The initial gen guns were a little bit sketchy and unreliable, but the new models have the deficiencies worked out and make efficient airsoft backup weapons. They can be upgraded with enhanced magazine capacities in addition to accommodating bigger batteries.
A large advantage of carrying an AEG pistol is that you have the capability to rewire the connections to use an enhanced battery with longer life. Based on the AEG pistol style, you can get a big boost in functionality by using a two cell Lipo battery (like an 2S Lipo) as opposed to the stock AEP battery. Take care of changing the components and wires because you need to take into account the volts, mAh, and loads of the battery. Ask an experienced gun service technician at your closest airsoft store if you have customization inquiries.
What Airsoft Handgun is Right for Me to Play with?
If you have more than one-hundred dollars to use to buy your airsoft handgun, you may want to consider a green gas blowback pistol or AEG pistol. If you have around fifty to one-hundred dollars to spend, evaluate a good quality CO2 handgun or less expensive GBB handgun. You can still play with a long lasting airsoft pistol by checking out cheaper pistols and by shopping for used guns if you need to save money.
Airsoft Handgun Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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 pistols usually are the most reliable and dependable. Learn about the different types of airsoft pistols.
Question: What kind of airsoft weapon is the Spring 19 Pistol FPS-200 Airsoft Gun?
Answer: The Spring 19 Pistol FPS-200 Airsoft Gun is an airsoft pistol.
Question: Is this airsoft pistol good for first time airsoft players?
Answer: This airsoft pistol can be an ok option for first time airsoft players. It depends on the player’s gun budget, their experience using handguns, and how much they think they will play in the future. The Spring 19 Pistol FPS-200 Airsoft Gun is a good gun for a lot of players to use on the airsoft field.
Question: Is this airsoft pistol rentable?
Answer: Lots of airsoft fields rent weapons. You will find most fields rent automatic electric AEGs like SMGs instead of pistols or handguns. Therefore, finding this specific handgun model to rent will probably be more challenging. Contact your closest airsoft field near you to see if they rent the particular weapon model.
Question: Can this airsoft handgun be upgraded?
Answer: Potentially, this airsoft handgun may be able to accept upgrades depending on the gun type. Look for parts particular to the Spring 19 Pistol FPS-200 Airsoft Gun.
Question: Are airsoft pistols legal in my state?
Answer: Potentially depending on 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 stricter laws and requirements which may apply to airsoft weapons like the Spring 19 Pistol FPS-200 Airsoft Gun.
Question: What kind of airsoft BBs does this airsoft pistol shoot?
Answer: This airsoft sidearm usually shoots standard 6mm airsoft BBs which are 0.12 gram or 0.20 gram. Check out the handgun’s product information for more details.
Question: How far can this airsoft handgun shoot?
Answer: The majority of airsoft handguns can shoot around 80 to 120 feet or more. This may include the Spring 19 Pistol FPS-200 Airsoft Gun. Weapon accuracy depends on 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 priority when using airsoft handguns. Shooters should always use safety glasses and face protection. The weapon needs to be used safely with guidance 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 shoot real ammunition?
Answer: No, this airsoft gun can not shoot real ammo and can not be modified in any way to fire live ammunition. It is a toy weapon.
