Description
Airsoft Pistol Product Details
Spring Double Eagle 808-2 Pistol FPS-130 Airsoft Gun
Airsoft Pistol Product Features
This is a Spring Airsoft Pistol, which means it’s powered by a spring and must be cocked for each shot. It’s fast, clean, inexpensive and easily maintained; it requires no gas or batteries to operate. Also, Spring Airsoft Guns are the toughest, most durable of all Airsoft Guns, because they’re made with few breakable pieces. If you’re looking for a fun, reliable Airsoft Pistol that’ll look great and perform even better, you’ve come to the right place. You must be 18 years of age or older to purchase this Airsoft gun.
How to Pick an Airsoft Handgun
Find info about airsoft handguns 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 hitting your shots. Pistols, naturally, are diminished range airsoft weapons. They are quite often made after real-world handguns or clones of real pistols. Many airsoft handguns are completely certified releases of their authentic gun equivalents. These airsoft guns can visually look and run in the same ways identically to the real guns they are modeled after while blasting airsoft BBs as opposed to real world bullets.
There are a variety of airsoft sidearms including CO2, propane or green gas (blowback and non-blowback), spring powered, and AEG automatic electric gun sidearms. Each of these styles of pistols come with positives and negatives connected with them. Learning about the varieties of airsoft pistols lets you choose which type is right for you and your airsoft game play style.
CO2 Airsoft Handgun Details
CO2 airsoft handguns are one of the most common and sturdy types of handguns. These pistols use pressurized CO2 gas to force airsoft BBs out of the pistol barrel.
These styles of airsoft handguns are very good for playing airsoft in cold temperatures because the pressurized CO2 gas is less vulnerable to performance variations by temperature. This fact provides excellent FPS and shot consistency while playing airsoft in the winter months for instance where other sorts of airsoft pistols like green gas cease to operate or hardly fire airsoft BBs.
Info About CO2 Gas and CO2 Cartridge Cylinders
CO2 airsoft pistols are powered by regular 12 gram CO2 cartridge cylinders. These cartridges resemble a metal cylinder and store high-pressure CO2 gas consisting of one carbon atom and a pair of oxygen atoms thus the molecular formula is “C + O2”.
The CO2 cylinders cannot be refilled and you can commonly buy them in packs of 12, 20, 50, or 100 12 gram CO2 cartridges. They come sealed to keep the CO2 gas securely within, but the moment they are opened (firing them in an airsoft handgun breaks the cartridge seal) cartridges will start to lose pressure if they are left unused. You must try to use up the entire CO2 cartridge the same day you open the seal. Use the opportunity to do some handgun 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 gauge on the cartridge so you need to shoot up until the gun stops shooting BBs.
If they are kept sealed, CO2 cartridges can be stored for a longtime. They are made with a manufacturer’s use by date usually marked on the package or cartridge, however, they can survive for a prolonged time past this date if the cartridge seal is not punctured.
Green Gas Airsoft Handguns
Green gas airsoft sidearms function similarly to CO2 pistols, but they do not use CO2 cartridges. Alternatively, they use green gas or propane for propellant to shoot the airsoft BBs. The outcome on gameplay and green gas sidearm operation is essentially the same as CO2 pistols with the guns shooting up to 300+ feet-per-second (FPS). Shots are rapidly fired in automatic or semi-automatic firing modes and can hit targets at short to mid-range distances.
The propane gas is stashed in the handgun’s airsoft mag which can normally hold around 15 to 20+ BBs based on the handgun model. A series of valves, rubber gaskets, and silicone o-rings keep the gas pressurized in the mag before the handgun’s trigger is pulled.
When using a green gas handgun on the airsoft field as a main or backup gun, bringing additional pistol mags is suggested for rapidly reloading and engaging opponents. Having extra magazines helps you join in the action in the middle of firefights or while clearing buildings in CQB (close quarters combat) room-to-room fights.
Green gas handguns are ideal for CQB at airsoft fields because rifles and full-sized AEGs are typically not authorized to be used for indoor game play. This is an essential safety guideline due to the close quarters proximity of players during shooting engagements and the potential for players to be hurt. While green gas pistols can still shoot airsoft BBs at around 300 FPS, the shorter handgun barrel aids to keep the joules and energy shooting the BB at a decreased level compared to AEG airsoft rifles, sniper rifles, and long guns.
About Green Gas Blowback (GBB) VS Green Gas Non-blowback
There are 2 various types of green gas airsoft pistols. There are green gas blowback pistols or GBBs and non-blowback pistols. The green gas non-blowback airsoft pistols have a fixed slide which does not move.
About GBB and Green Gas Limitations
While green gas usually works extremely well, it does have restrictions. When green gas and GBB guns are used in the winter playing in the snow or in cold weather (such as below 32 degrees F). Since the green gas or propane gas is stored in the mag by silicone seals and gaskets, cold temperatures can negatively affect the seals and trigger the gas to escape prior to firing the pistol. The decrease in pressure can cause the airsoft BBs to merely shoot a few feet (like 10 feet in cold temps ) when the pistol would usually shoot airsoft BBs over 100+ feet in warmer weather conditions).
One option to fix this problem is to make the GBB pistol mags warmer by holding them inside your jacket next to your body before game play. This can help to warm up the seals, gaskets, and valves and better seal in the green gas. If you definitely want to play with a reputable airsoft pistol in the cold, it may also be better to check out a CO2 version of your preferred pistol. The CO2 cylinders come sealed and the gun shoots far better in sub-freezing conditions and while playing in the snow.
Spring Airsoft Handguns
Spring airsoft pistols are powered by powerful coil springs that launch the airsoft BBs out of the gun barrel. They are generally only able to shoot one BB. The manual functioning of reloading, cocking, and firing spring handguns makes the fire rate much slower than CO2, green gas, and GBB pistols. When engaging competitors on the airsoft field with upgraded weapons and fully auto airsoft AEG SMGs, assault rifles, and CO2 or GBB airsoft handguns, this can make spring guns entertaining to use, but less effective.
Spring guns work the best in springer wars where opponents can exclusively use comparable, single shot spring handguns or as a close quarters backup gun for CQB settings when you can often surprise other airsoft participants to get a guaranteed one-shot-one-kill. In the latter case, a quick second follow-up shot will not be called for due to the fact that the other opponent is now struck and out of the game or running back to respawn. Look out when fighting several opponents given that the spring weapon only fires as quickly as you can re-chamber an airsoft BB manually.
About Spring Handgun Effectiveness
Spring handguns are extremely efficient under the right game circumstances. Their FPS typically chronos at about 250 FPS to 300 FPS with lighter 0.12g airsoft BBs. These handguns usually fire the lighter weight airsoft BBs since the springs are less powerful than other styles of airsoft guns like SMGs. Spring handguns can generally engage targets at ranges of up to 120 feet or more with 0.12g BBs however the ability to hit targets accurately diminishes quickly. Using regular 0.20 gram weight airsoft BBs, you will probably have a reduced range of around 60 to 80 feet or less with improved precision.
AEG Automatic Electric Airsoft Pistol Details
AEG airsoft handguns or AEPs (automatic electric pistols) are also a viable option to bring into the field as a backup weapon on the airsoft field. These automatic electric handguns are typically powered by mini stick batteries in the gun’s handle. They operate similar to an AEG SMG and use pressured air pumped through electrically cycled pistons, cylinders, and gearboxes to propel airsoft BBs out of the barrel and very rapidly at that.
AEG handgun mags typically carry about 20 to 30 airsoft BBs. The handguns can fire airsoft BBs right up to around 300 FPS when loaded with 0.12g airsoft BBs or around 200 to 250 FPS when loaded with 0.20 gram airsoft BBs. The electrical gearbox system can shoot around 700+ BBs per minute assuming you have enough spare magazines to reload (after every 20 to 30 rounds) and the battery maintains its charge that long. These handguns can effectively fire airsoft BBs at around 150 foot distances.
AEG Handgun Quality and Performance
AEG handgun quality has risen significantly over the last few years. The early generation guns were a little bit unreliable and sketchy, but the more recent designs have the deficiencies resolved and make reliable airsoft secondary guns. They can be improved with maximized mag capacities together with accommodating larger batteries.
A huge perk of carrying an AEG pistol is that you have the opportunity to rewire the adapters to use an enhanced battery with longer life. Depending upon the AEG pistol version, you may be able to gain a big output in performance using a 2 cell Lipo battery (2S Lipo) instead of the stock battery. Beware of modifying the components and wires because you must consider the volts, mAh, and loads of the battery. Ask a professional airsoft service technician at your nearest airsoft shop if you have customization issues.
Which Airsoft Sidearm is Right for Me to Buy?
If you have more than one-hundred dollars to use to buy your airsoft handgun, take a look at a green gas blowback pistol or automatic electric handgun. If you have between fifty to one-hundred dollars to spend, evaluate a good quality CO2 handgun or more affordable GBB handgun. If your gun budget is lower, you can still get a durable airsoft pistol to use for the pistol games.
Frequently Asked Questions About Pistols
Question: What is the most widely used type of airsoft handgun?
Answer: The best pistols are often a matter of a player’s preference. CO2 and green gas airsoft pistols usually are the most reliable and effective on the airsoft field. Learn about the different types of airsoft pistols.
Question: What kind of airsoft weapon is the Spring Double Eagle 808-2 Pistol FPS-130 Airsoft Gun?
Answer: The Spring Double Eagle 808-2 Pistol FPS-130 Airsoft Gun is an airsoft pistol.
Question: Is this airsoft pistol good for first time players?
Answer: This airsoft pistol can be a great 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 believe they will play airsoft. The Spring Double Eagle 808-2 Pistol FPS-130 Airsoft Gun is a good gun for many players to carry.
Question: Is this airsoft handgun rentable?
Answer: Lots of airsoft fields rent weapons. You will find most fields rent automatic electric AEGs like SMGs instead of handguns. Therefore, finding this specific pistol model to use as a rental airsoft gun will probably be more challenging. Check with the airsoft field near you to see if they rent the particular airsoft pistol model.
Question: Can this airsoft pistol be enhanced with modifications?
Answer: Potentially, this airsoft handgun may be able to accept upgrades depending on the gun type. Search for parts particular to the Spring Double Eagle 808-2 Pistol FPS-130 Airsoft Gun.
Question: Are airsoft weapons legal in my state?
Answer: Potentially depending upon where you live. Check your local 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 may apply to airsoft guns like the Spring Double Eagle 808-2 Pistol FPS-130 Airsoft Gun.
Question: What type of airsoft BBs does this airsoft gun shoot?
Answer: This airsoft handgun generally shoots basic 6mm airsoft BBs which are 0.12g or 0.20 gram. Check the pistol’s details for more details.
Question: How far can this airsoft pistol shoot?
Answer: A lot of airsoft handguns can shoot around 80 to 120 feet or more. This may include the Spring Double Eagle 808-2 Pistol FPS-130 Airsoft Gun. Handgun range and accuracy depends upon the player’s shooting ability, shooting conditions, weather, wind, terrain, and other factors.
Question: What do I need to understand for airsoft weapon safety?
Answer: Safety is a top concern when using airsoft guns. Game players need to constantly use safety goggles and protective face masks. The weapon should be used safely with guidance for training in appropriate 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 bullets?
Answer: No, this airsoft pistol can not fire real bullets and can not be customized in any way to fire live bullets. It is a toy weapon.
