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Airsoft Pistol Product Details
Spring Metal 8929 Pistol FPS-170 Airsoft Gun
Airsoft Pistol Product Features
Info About the Types of Airsoft Handguns
Learn about airsoft pistols and sidearms and how you can use them as backup weapons or as main weapons on the airsoft playing field. Many airsoft handguns are completely licensed releases of their authentic weapon equivalents and look and operate in the exact same ways while shooting airsoft BBs rather than real bullets.
There are a few varieties of airsoft handguns such as CO2, propane or green gas (blowback and non-blowback), spring powered, and AEG automatic electric gun pistols. Each of these styles of pistols has benefits and differences related to them. Finding out about the varieties of airsoft pistols allows you to decide which type is right for you and your airsoft game play style.
CO2 Airsoft Pistol Details
CO2 airsoft handguns are one of the most typical and long-lasting types of sidearms. These pistols use high pressure CO2 gas to move airsoft BBs out of the gun barrel.
These types of airsoft handguns are excellent for playing in cold and snowy weather given that the compressed CO2 gas is stored in the sealed cylinders and less susceptible to FPS decreases by low temperatures. This gives CO2 airsoft sidearms excellent FPS and shot consistency while playing airsoft in the wintertime for example where other styles of handguns like green gas stuffer from low performance or barely fire BBs.
Information About CO2 Gas and CO2 Cylinders
CO2 airsoft sidearms are powered by standard 12 gram CO2 cartridges. These cartridges look like a chrome cylinder and hold high pressured CO2 gas composed of 1 carbon atom and 2 oxygen atoms for this reason the molecular formula of “C + O2”.
The cartridges come sealed to keep the CO2 gas securely within, but the moment they are opened (shooting them in an airsoft handgun breaks the cartridge seal) they will start 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 handgun target practice and use up the rest of the remaining gas.
CO2 cartridges have a long storage life if the cylinders are stored sealed. They are made with a manufacturer’s expiration date normally listed on the package or cartridge, however, they can last for a prolonged period of time past this date if the cartridge seal is not punctured.
Green Gas and Propane Airsoft Pistol Info
Green gas airsoft pistols function similarly to CO2 guns, but they do not use CO2 cartridges. Alternatively, they use green gas or propane gas for propellant to shoot 6mm airsoft BBs. The result on airsoft games and green gas sidearm performance is essentially the same as CO2 handguns with the guns shooting up to about 300+ feet per second (FPS). Shots are rapidly fired in automatic or semi-automatic shooting modes and accurate at shorter to mid-range proximities.
The green gas is sealed in the pistol’s mag and can typically hold roughly 15 to 20+ 6mm BBs depending upon the handgun style. A set of valves, rubber stoppers, and o-rings keep the propane sealed in the pistol mag until the handgun’s trigger is pulled. It is a great choice to top off and refill the green gas reserves in the mag each time you reload it. Pistol-wielding airsoft players can even carry additional bottles of propane in the field for refilling magazines in-between breaks in the fight or in-between activities.
When running a green gas handgun on the airsoft field as a primary or secondary weapon, additional pistol mags are highly recommended for rapidly reloading and getting back into the game. Having extra mags helps you re-engage in the action in the middle of firefights or while sweeping structures in CQB (close quarters combat) room-to-room battles.
Green gas handguns are great for CQB at airsoft fields because long guns and full-sized AEGs are typically not permitted to be used during indoor gameplay. This is an essential safety guideline because of the close range proximity of players during the shooting engagements. While green gas handguns can still shoot airsoft BBs at around 300 FPS, the shorter pistol barrel assists to keep the joules and energy sending the BB at a lower level compared to AEG airsoft rifles, sniper rifles, and other long guns.
Thinking About Green Gas Blowback (GBB) VS Green Gas Non-blowback
There are two different forms of green gas airsoft handguns. To begin with there are green gas blowback pistols or GBBs. These handguns function like a realistic handgun with the pistol’s slide “blowing back” with every shot. The propane induces the slide to cycle every time a fresh airsoft BB is chambered. This cycling is really cool, however the guns often cost more and possibly have more parts which can break. The green gas non-blowback airsoft guns have a fixed slide which does not cycle. The non-blowback guns usually cost less than GBBs. Efficiency is around the same between the two styles of green gas pistols.
About GBB and Green Gas Issues
While green gas usually can be used very well, it does have drawbacks. When green gas and GBB guns are used during the winter season in the snow or in colder temps (like under 32 degrees F). Since the green gas or propane is stored in the weapon’s mag by rubber seals, o-rings, and gaskets, low temperatures can affect these seals and trigger the stored gas to leak out prior to firing the handgun. This can cause the airsoft BBs to just shoot a few feet (like 10 feet in cold temps ) when the pistol would ordinarily shoot airsoft BBs over 100+ feet in warmer weather conditions).
One solution to this issue is to make the GBB handgun magazines warmer by holding them next to your body, beside a heater, or inside your jacket prior to game play. If you truly desire to play with a trustworthy airsoft pistol in the cold, it might additionally be worth getting a CO2 version of your preferred pistol.
Spring Airsoft Handgun Details
Spring airsoft handguns are powered by strong coil springs that propel the airsoft BBs down the pistol barrel. They are typically one shot only. The manual actions of shooting, cocking, and reloading spring handguns makes the weapon’s fire rate much slower than CO2 and GBB handguns. This makes spring airsoft pistols fun to use, but they are usually less practical when engaging challengers on the airsoft field with upgraded weapons and fully auto airsoft AEG SMGs, sniper rifles, and CO2, green gas, or GBB airsoft handguns.
Spring sidearms and guns perform the best in springer battles where game players can just use related, single shot spring guns or as a close quarters combat weapon for CQB buildings when you can frequently surprise other airsoft game players to get a guaranteed one-shot-one-kill. In the latter circumstance, a fast 2nd follow-up shot isn’t needed due to the fact that the other player is now struck and out of the gameplay or running back to respawn. Look out when engaging numerous airsoft players due to the fact that the gun just shoots as quickly as you can re-chamber an airsoft BB manually.
About Spring Pistol Performance
Spring handguns are extremely efficient under the most ideal conditions. Their FPS normally chronos at about 250 FPS to 300 FPS with 0.12g airsoft BBs. These handguns typically fire the lighter weight airsoft BBs since the springs are less effective than other types of airsoft guns like SMGs. Spring guns can generally engage targets at ranges of up to 120 feet or more with 0.12 gram BBs however the ability to hit targets accurately diminishes rapidly. Choosing standard 0.20g weight airsoft BBs, you will probably have a shooting distance of about 60 to 80 feet with improved accuracy.
Details About AEG Automatic Electric Airsoft Pistols
AEG airsoft pistols or AEPs (automatic electric pistols) are definitely an option to carry as a sidearm on the airsoft field. These automatic electric pistols are commonly powered by mini stick batteries in the weapon’s handle. They operate much like an AEG gun and use compressed air with electrically cycled pistons and cylinders to propel airsoft BBs quickly and very rapidly at that.
AEG pistol mags usually hold around 20 to 30 airsoft BBs. The handguns can launch airsoft BBs up to around 300 FPS with 0.12 gram airsoft BBs or 200 to 250 FPS with 0.20g airsoft BBs.
AEG Pistol Quality and Efficiency
AEG handgun quality has actually grown considerably in recent years. The first generation guns were a little bit undependable and sketchy, however the latest designs have the bugs worked out and make efficient airsoft backup guns. They can be upgraded with maximized mag capacities as well as accommodating more powerful batteries.
A huge advantage of using an AEG handgun is that you have the ability to rewire the connectors to use a bigger battery. Depending on the AEG handgun type, you can gain a huge increase in functionality by taking advantage of a 2 cell Lipo battery (like an 2S Lipo) instead of the stock AEP battery.
Which Airsoft Handgun is Best for Me to Buy?
If you have more than one-hundred dollars to use to buy your airsoft handgun, take a look at a GBB handgun or automatic electric handgun. If you have in-between fifty to one-hundred dollars to shell out, look at a CO2 pistol or more affordable GBB handgun. If you have fifty dollars or less, you can still choose a resilient airsoft handgun to use for the handgun games by checking out lower end pistols and by trading with players on the used airsoft gun market.
Sidearm Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Question: What is the most widely used type of airsoft sidearm?
Answer: The best pistols are often a matter of a player’s preference. CO2 and GBB airsoft sidearms 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 Metal 8929 Pistol FPS-170 Airsoft Gun?
Answer: The Spring Metal 8929 Pistol FPS-170 Airsoft Gun is an airsoft pistol.
Question: Is this airsoft pistol good for first time airsoft players?
Answer: This airsoft pistol may be a viable option for first time airsoft players. It depends on the player’s gun budget, experience, and how much they want to play in the future. The Spring Metal 8929 Pistol FPS-170 Airsoft Gun is a decent gun for many players to use on the airsoft field.
Question: Is this airsoft handgun rentable?
Answer: Lots of airsoft fields rent weapons. You will find most fields rent automatic electric AEGs like assault rifles instead of pistols or handguns. Therefore, finding this specific handgun model to rent at an airsoft field will most likely be more challenging. Check with your closest airsoft field near you to see if they rent the particular gun model.
Question: Can this airsoft sidearm be upgraded?
Answer: Potentially, this airsoft pistol may be able to accept upgrades depending on the gun type. Try to find parts specific to the Spring Metal 8929 Pistol FPS-170 Airsoft Gun.
Question: Are airsoft weapons legal in my state?
Answer: Potentially depending upon where you live. Examine 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 more stringent laws and requirements which might apply to airsoft guns like the Spring Metal 8929 Pistol FPS-170 Airsoft Gun.
Question: What kind of airsoft BBs does this airsoft pistol shoot?
Answer: This airsoft handgun typically shoots standard 6mm airsoft BBs which are 0.12 gram or 0.20g. Check the pistol’s product information to learn more.
Question: How far can this airsoft handgun shoot?
Answer: The majority of airsoft pistols can shoot around 80 to 120 feet or more. This may include the Spring Metal 8929 Pistol FPS-170 Airsoft Gun. Gun 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 pistol safety?
Answer: Safety is a top priority when using airsoft pistols. Shooters need to always use safety glasses and protective face masks. 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 weapon fire real ammunition?
Answer: No, this airsoft handgun can not shoot real ammunition and can not be customized in any way to fire live ammunition. It is a toy handgun.
