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Airsoft Pistol Product Details
Spring Black Skorpion Machine Pistol FPS-260 Folding Stock Airsoft Gun
Airsoft Pistol Product Features
How to Pick an Airsoft Pistol
Find out about airsoft pistols and sidearms and how you can use them as backup weapons or as primary weapons on the airsoft playing field. Practicing your shot accuracy and getting the right handgun can make an impact in hitting your shots. Handguns, by nature, are lower range airsoft guns. They are normally manufactured after firearm sidearms or copies of genuine handguns. Quite a few airsoft handguns are completely licensed models of their real world weapon counterparts. These airsoft guns can operate in the same ways and look almost identically to the real guns they are modeled around while blasting airsoft BBs rather than authentic bullets.
There are several types of airsoft pistols including CO2, propane or green gas (blowback and non-blowback), spring powered, and AEG automatic electric sidearms. Each of these kinds of sidearms has positives and negatives related to them. Learning more about the varieties of airsoft handguns allows you to make a decision on which type is right for you and your airsoft game play style.
Details About CO2 Airsoft Sidearms
CO2 airsoft sidearms are one of the most dependable and common types of sidearms. These pistols use CO2 stored in small cylinders to propel airsoft BBs out of the gun barrel.
These forms of airsoft handguns are good for airsoft games in colder temperatures given that the pressurized CO2 gas is stored in the sealed cylinders and less prone to performance decreases with low temperature. This fact gives CO2 airsoft guns good FPS and shot consistency while playing airsoft in the wintertime for instance where other types of airsoft handguns like green gas cease to operate or hardly fire airsoft BBs.
Information About CO2 Gas and CO2 Cylinders
CO2 airsoft guns are powered by standard 12 gram CO2 cartridge cylinders. These cartridges resemble a metallic cylinder and contain high-pressure CO2 gas composed of 1 carbon atom and 2 oxygen atoms, for this reason the molecular formula is “C + O2 “. These atoms are bound in the following sequence “O= C =O”. The gas is stored in the 12 gram cylinders under very high pressure of close to ~ 800psi which translates to 55bar.
The CO2 gas cylinders cannot be used multiple times and you can typically buy them in packs of 12, 20, 50, or 100 12 gram CO2 cartridge sets. They come sealed to retain the CO2 gas safely and securely inside, but when they are opened (shooting them inside of an airsoft pistol breaks the cartridge seal) they will start to lose pressure if they are not expended. You need to attempt to burn up the entire CO2 cartridge the same day you open the seal. If the airsoft matches end and you still have CO2 gas left, use the chance to do some pistol target practice and expend the remainder of the additional gas. There is no gas level indicator on the cartridge so you have to shoot up until the weapon stops shooting airsoft BBs.
CO2 cartridges can be stored for a longtime if they are kept sealed. They come with a manufacturer’s use by date usually listed on the package or cartridge cylinder, however, they will survive for an extended period past this date if the cartridge seal is not damaged.
Green Gas Airsoft Pistol Information
Green gas airsoft handguns are similar to CO2 pistols, however they do not use CO2 cartridges. Alternatively, they use green gas or propane gas for propellant to fire 6mm airsoft pellets. The impact on the airsoft battlefield and green gas sidearm efficiency is virtually the same as CO2 handguns with the guns shooting up to 300+ feet per second (FPS). Shots are efficiently fired in semi-automatic or fully-automatic shooting modes and can accurately hit targets at short to mid-range proximities.
The green gas is sealed in the pistol’s grip within the magazine and can often hold around 15 to 20+ 6mm BBs depending upon the pistol model. A set of valves, rubber gaskets, and o-rings keep the propane gas housed in the pistol magazine up to the point the pistol’s trigger is pulled. It is a good choice to fill up and top off your propane reserves in the pistol mag each time you reload it. Pistol-wielding airsoft players can even carry extra bottles of propane gas in the field for refilling magazines in-between lulls in the fight or between activities.
When carrying a green gas sidearm on the airsoft field as a secondary or main weapon, bringing additional pistol mags is strongly recommended for quickly reloading. Having extra magazines on-hand allows you to get back in the action during firefights or while clearing buildings in CQB (close quarters combat) room-to-room combat.
Green gas handguns are perfect for CQB at airsoft fields considering that rifles and full-sized AEGs are normally not authorized to be used during indoor shooting. This is an essential safety standard because of the close range distance of gamers during shooting engagements and the potential for players to be injured. While green gas handguns can still fire airsoft BBs at around 300 FPS, the short pistol barrel helps to keep the joules and energy propelling the BB at a lower level compared to AEG airsoft rifles, sniper rifles, and long guns.
Thinking About Green Gas Blowback (GBB) VS Green Gas Non-blowback
There are two various forms of green gas airsoft handguns. To begin with there are green gas blowback pistols or GBBs. These guns run like a genuine pistol with the slide “blowing back” and cycling with every shot. The propane induces the slide to cycle when a new airsoft BB is loaded into the chamber. The result is really cool, but the GBB handguns usually cost more and possibly have more to break. The green gas non-blowback airsoft guns use a stationary slide which does not move. The non-blowback guns commonly cost less than GBBs. Efficiency is about the same between the two styles of green gas handguns.
About GBB and Green Gas Limits
While green gas typically works effectively on the airsoft field, it does have restrictions. This includes when green gas guns are used throughout the winter season in the snow or in colder weather (like lower 32 deg F). Considering that the green gas or propane is kept in the weapon’s magazine by rubber seals and gaskets, cold weather can impact these seals and cause the stored gas to seep out before firing the pistol. The decrease in pressure can make the airsoft BBs to only shoot a few feet (like 10 feet in cold temps ) when the pistol would normally shoot BBs over 100+ feet in warmer temperatures).
One solution to this problem is to keep the GBB pistol magazines warmer by holding them next to your body, beside a heater, or inside your jacket just before game play starts. If you really need to play with a dependable airsoft pistol in the cold weather, it may additionally be worth getting a CO2 style of your preferred handgun.
Spring Airsoft Pistols
Spring airsoft guns are powered by powerful springs with irregular pitches that fire the BBs out of the gun barrel. The manual action of reloading, cocking, and firing spring pistols makes the fire rate much slower than CO2 and GBB pistols.
Spring pistols perform best in springer wars where game players can just use similar, single shot spring guns or as a transition backup gun for CQB buildings and MOUT sites when you can usually quietly sneak up on other airsoft opponents to get a guaranteed one-shot-one-kill. In the latter case, a quick second follow-up shot isn’t needed since the other opponent is now hit by the airsoft BB and out of the game play or going back to respawn. When engaging several airsoft players because the weapon just fires as fast as you can re-chamber an airsoft BB manually, be careful.
About Spring Handgun Performance
Spring handguns are quite reliable under the best scenarios. Spring handguns can usually fire up to 120 feet or more with 0.12g BBs but the ability to hit targets reduces rapidly.
AEG Automatic Electric Airsoft Pistols
AEG airsoft sidearms or AEPs (automatic electric pistols) are also a viable option to bring into the field as a backup gun on the airsoft field. These automatic electric handguns are often powered by mini stick batteries in the pistol’s grip. They operate much like an AEG SMG and use pressured air forced through electrically cycled pistons, cylinders, and gearboxes to shoot airsoft BBs out of the barrel and rapidly.
AEG handgun mags generally can carry around 20 to 30 airsoft BBs. The pistols can fire airsoft BBs right up to around 300 FPS using 0.12g airsoft BBs or about 200 to 250 FPS using 0.20 gram airsoft BBs. The electric battery powered gearbox system can shoot around 700+ 6mm BBs per minute which depends on if you have enough spare magazines to maintain the ammo supply and the battery lasts that long. These handguns can accurately shoot airsoft BBs at around 150 foot distances.
AEG Pistol Quality and Performance
AEG handgun quality has actually grown substantially over the last few years. The earliest generation guns were a bit questionable and undependable, but the new designs have most of the deficiencies resolved and make efficient airsoft backup guns. They can be upgraded with enhanced magazine capacities and also accommodating bigger batteries.
A significant benefit of using an AEG handgun is that you have the capacity to rewire the battery connectors to use a more robust battery. Based on the AEG pistol design, you can gain a substantial jump in performance using a two cell Lipo battery (2S Lipo) in place of the standard AEP battery. Be careful with tweaking the components and wires since you must take into account the volts, mAh, and electrical loads of the battery. Ask a professional weapon tech at your closest airsoft shop if you have customization problems.
What Airsoft Sidearm is Right for Me to Buy?
Looking for the most ideal airsoft sidearm for you depends on how much you can afford, how often you plan to play airsoft using it, and where you decide to play. If you can use at least one-hundred dollars to invest in your airsoft pistol, look at a green gas handgun or AEG pistol. These kinds of guns are typically the best of the best, have good build qualities, and are usually an excellent gun to invest in. If you have about fifty to one-hundred dollars to spend on upgrading your airsoft arsenal, have a look at a CO2 handgun or less expensive GBB pistol. These will still be fun to play with and can be pretty resilient sidearms. Look for a cheap CO2 or spring pistol if you have $50 or less. You can still buy a long-lasting airsoft pistol to use for the handgun airsoft guns.
Frequently Asked Questions About Airsoft Handguns
Question: What is the most popular type of airsoft handgun?
Answer: The best pistols are often a matter of a player’s preference. CO2 and green gas GBB airsoft sidearms usually are the most durable and dependable. Learn about the different types of airsoft pistols.
Question: What kind of airsoft weapon is the Spring Black Skorpion Machine Pistol FPS-260 Folding Stock Airsoft Gun?
Answer: The Spring Black Skorpion Machine Pistol FPS-260 Folding Stock Airsoft Gun is an airsoft pistol.
Question: Is this airsoft pistol good for first time airsoft players?
Answer: This airsoft pistol can be a good gun to use for first time airsoft players. It depends on how much the player has to spend on an airsoft pistol, experience, and how much they want to play in the future. The Spring Black Skorpion Machine Pistol FPS-260 Folding Stock Airsoft Gun is a decent gun for most players to carry in the field.
Question: Is this airsoft handgun rentable?
Answer: Many airsoft fields rent weapons. You will find most fields rent automatic electric AEGs like rifles or SMGs instead of pistols or handguns. Therefore, finding this specific handgun model to use as a rental airsoft gun will most likely be more challenging. Talk to your closest airsoft field near you to see if they rent the particular airsoft handgun model.
Question: Can this airsoft sidearm be upgraded?
Answer: Potentially, this airsoft gun may be able to accept upgrades depending on the gun type. Search for parts specific to the Spring Black Skorpion Machine Pistol FPS-260 Folding Stock Airsoft Gun.
Question: Are airsoft weapons legal in my state?
Answer: Possibly depending upon where you live. Check your regional weapon laws or with your regional 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 weapons like the Spring Black Skorpion Machine Pistol FPS-260 Folding Stock Airsoft Gun.
Question: What type of airsoft BBs does this airsoft handgun shoot?
Answer: This airsoft sidearm normally shoots standard 6mm airsoft BBs which are 0.12g or 0.20 gram. Check the handgun’s information to learn more.
Question: How far can this airsoft handgun shoot?
Answer: Many airsoft handguns can shoot around 80 to 120 feet or more. This may include the Spring Black Skorpion Machine Pistol FPS-260 Folding Stock Airsoft Gun. Handgun shooting distance depends on the shooter’s 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. Players should constantly use impact resistant safety glasses and protective 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 pistol shoot real ammo?
Answer: No, this airsoft weapon can not shoot real bullets and can not be modified in any way to fire live bullets. It is a toy pistol.
