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Airsoft Pistol Product Details
Spring Metal Compact .45 Style Pistol FPS-215 Airsoft Gun
Airsoft Pistol Product Features
How to Pick an Airsoft Pistol
Learn more about airsoft sidearms, pistols, and handguns 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 ideal pistol can make a big difference in aiming your shots. Sidearms, by nature, are much shorter range airsoft weapons. They are often crafted after genuine pistols or look-alikes of genuine handguns. A lot of airsoft pistols are fully certified variations of their real firearm equivalents. These airsoft guns can operate in the same ways and appear almost identically to the real guns they are modeled after while blasting airsoft BBs as opposed to authentic 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 pistols. Each of these forms of sidearms come with benefits and differences connected with them. Finding out about the varieties of airsoft sidearms allows you to figure out which type is right for you and your airsoft game play style.
Details About CO2 Airsoft Handguns
CO2 airsoft handguns are one of the most long-lasting and common varieties of pistols. They are all-weather guns and function well in a lot of kinds of varying temperatures, weather and climates. These sidearms use high pressure CO2 gas to force airsoft BBs out of the gun barrel. The CO2 cartridge stores the gas within the cylinder and is generally held in the handgun’s magazine in the handle.
These types of airsoft guns are very good for playing in cold weather conditions because the compressed CO2 gas is stored in the sealed cylinders and less prone to performance variations caused by low temperatures. This gives CO2 airsoft guns exceptional FPS and shot consistency while playing airsoft in the winter season for example where other types of airsoft pistols like green gas stop operating or barely fire pellets.
Info About CO2 Gas and CO2 Cartridge Cylinders
CO2 airsoft sidearms are powered by typical 12 gram CO2 cartridge cylinders. These cartridges resemble a metal cylinder and hold high-pressure CO2 gas made up of just one carbon atom and 2 oxygen atoms, as a result the molecular formula comes out to be “C + O2 “. These atoms are bound in the following sequence “O= C =O”. The gas is stored in the 12 gram cylinders under really high pressure of approximately ~ 800psi which converts to 55bar.
They come sealed to keep the CO2 gas securely within, however once they are opened (shooting them in an airsoft gun 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 handgun target practice and use up the rest of the extra gas.
If they are kept sealed, CO2 cartridges have a long storage life. They have the manufacturer’s expiry date normally noted on the package or cartridge cylinder, however they will likely last for a very long period past this date if the cartridge seals are not tampered with.
Details About Green Gas Airsoft Sidearms
Green gas airsoft sidearms function similarly to CO2 handguns, however they do not use CO2 cartridges. Alternatively, they use green gas or propane gas for propellant to fire 6mm airsoft BBs. The effect on gameplay and green gas weapon operation is almost the same as CO2 pistols with the weapons shooting up to about 300+ feet per second. Shots are quickly fired in semi-automatic or automatic shooting modes and can hit targets at very short to mid-range ranges.
The propane is stashed in the handgun’s magazine which can usually hold in-between 15 to 20+ airsoft BBs depending on the pistol type. A series of valves, rubber gaskets, and o-rings keep the gas pressurized in the mag up until the handgun’s trigger is pulled.
When using a green gas handgun on the airsoft field or arena as a secondary or primary weapon, bringing extra handgun magazines is suggested for rapidly reloading. Having additional magazines allows you to reengage in the action throughout firefights or while sweeping buildings in CQB (close quarters combat) room-to-room combat.
Green gas pistols are excellent for CQB at airsoft fields considering long guns and full-sized AEGs are normally not allowed to be used during indoor gameplay. This is a safety rule because of the close range proximity of airsoft players during shooting engagements and the potential for players to be hurt. While green gas pistols still shoot airsoft BBs at about 300 FPS, the short pistol barrel aids to keep the joules and energy moving the BB lower compared to AEGs, sniper rifles, and other long guns.
About Green Gas Blowback (GBB) VS Green Gas Non-blowback
There are 2 various sorts of green gas airsoft pistols. 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 fixed slide which does not move.
About GBB and Green Gas Issues
While green gas generally can be used effectively on the airsoft field, it does have issues. When they are used in the winter season in the snow or in cold temps (like below 32 deg F). Given that the green gas or propane is kept in the pistol mag by silicone seals and gaskets, cold weather can negatively affect the seals and trigger the gas to escape prior to shooting. The depressurized gas can make the airsoft BBs to only shoot a couple of feet (like 10 feet in the cold ) when the pistol would normally shoot BBs over 100+ foot distances in warmer weather conditions).
One option to fix this issue is to keep the GBB handgun magazines warmer by putting them near your body just before the airsoft game play. This can help to warm up the seals 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 with a reliable airsoft handgun in the cold. The CO2 cylinders come sealed and the gun shoots much better in sub-freezing conditions and while playing in the snow.
Spring Airsoft Sidearm Info
Spring airsoft handguns are powered by strong springs with irregular pitches that fire the BBs out of the pistol barrel. They are generally able to only shoot one BB. The manual action of cocking, reloading, and shooting spring pistols makes the fire rate much slower than CO2, green gas, and GBB pistols. This makes spring guns fun to use, yet they can be less effective when dealing with players on the airsoft field with upgraded weapons and fully auto airsoft AEG rifles and CO2, green gas, or GBB airsoft pistols.
Spring pistols perform the best in springer wars where opponents can solely use similar, single shot spring guns or as a transition backup weapon for CQB environments when you can often surprise other airsoft participants to get an assured one-shot-one-kill. In the latter scenario, a rapid 2nd follow-up shot is not really needed considering that the other opponent is now struck and out of the game or going back to respawn. When engaging many different players since the gun simply fires as quick as you can re-chamber an airsoft BB by hand, be careful.
About Spring Pistol Effectiveness
Spring guns are really reliable under the best situations. Their FPS normally chronos at about 250 FPS to 300 FPS with lighter 0.12g airsoft BBs. These weapons typically fire lighter weight airsoft BBs since the coiled springs are less powerful than other styles of airsoft guns. Spring pistols can typically engage targets at ranges of up to 120 feet or more with 0.12g BBs however the ability to hit targets diminishes quickly. Choosing standard 0.20g weight airsoft BBs, you will probably have a decreased shooting distance of about 60 to 80 feet or less with increased precision.
AEG Automatic Electric Airsoft Pistols
AEG airsoft sidearms or AEPs (automatic electric pistols) are definitely an option to use as a sidearm on the airsoft field. These automatic electric handguns are typically powered by mini stick batteries in the pistol’s handle. They operate much like an AEG rifle and use compressed air forced through electrically cycled cylinders and gearboxes to propel airsoft BBs quickly and very quickly at that.
AEG handgun magazines normally can carry around 20 to 30 airsoft BBs. The handguns can shoot airsoft BBs as high as around 300 FPS using 0.12 gram airsoft BBs or 200 to 250 FPS when loaded with 0.20g airsoft BBs. The electric battery powered gearbox system can shoot around 700+ BBs per minute which is estimated if you have enough spare mags to reload (after every 20 to 30 shots) and the battery holds out that long. These pistols can efficiently fire airsoft BBs at around 150 foot distances.
AEG Handgun Quality and Performance
AEG handgun quality has actually increased substantially in recent years. The early generation AEP guns were a bit questionable and unreliable, but the more recent models have most of the issues resolved and make effective airsoft backup guns. They can be improved with enhanced mag capacities and also accommodating larger batteries.
A huge benefit of using an AEG pistol is that you have the ability to rewire the adapters to use a more substantial battery. Depending on the AEG pistol design, you can get a large jump in efficiency by taking advantage of a 2 cell Lipo battery (2S Lipo) instead of the stock battery.
Which Airsoft Sidearm is Best for Me?
If you have over $100 to use to buy your airsoft handgun, evaluate a GBB pistol or AEG handgun. If you have around $50 to $100 to buy a gun, review a good quality CO2 pistol or cheaper GBB pistol. You can still find a durable airsoft pistol by checking out cheaper pistols and by trading with players selling used airsoft guns if you are trying to save money.
Frequently Asked Questions About Handguns
Question: What is the best 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 durable and effective on the airsoft field. Learn about the different types of airsoft pistols.
Question: What kind of airsoft gun is the Spring Metal Compact .45 Style Pistol FPS-215 Airsoft Gun?
Answer: The Spring Metal Compact .45 Style Pistol FPS-215 Airsoft Gun is an airsoft pistol.
Question: Is this airsoft pistol good for first time players?
Answer: This airsoft pistol may be a great 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 Metal Compact .45 Style Pistol FPS-215 Airsoft Gun is a decent gun for a lot of players to use on the airsoft field.
Question: Is this airsoft pistol rentable?
Answer: Many airsoft fields rent guns. You will find most fields rent automatic electric guns like SMGs instead of handguns. Therefore, finding this specific pistol model to rent at an airsoft field will probably be more challenging. Talk to your closest airsoft field near you to see if they rent the particular gun model.
Question: Can this airsoft sidearm be upgraded?
Answer: Possibly, this depends on the airsoft gun type and build. It may be able to accept upgrades in some cases. Search for parts specific to the Spring Metal Compact .45 Style Pistol FPS-215 Airsoft Gun.
Question: Are airsoft pistols legal in my state?
Answer: Potentially depending upon where you live. Examine your local gun 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 guns like the Spring Metal Compact .45 Style Pistol FPS-215 Airsoft Gun.
Question: What kind of airsoft BBs does this airsoft handgun shoot?
Answer: This airsoft handgun generally shoots basic 6mm airsoft BBs which are 0.12g or 0.20 gram. Inspect the handgun’s information to find out more.
Question: How far can this airsoft pistol shoot?
Answer: The majority of airsoft pistols can shoot around 80 to 120 feet or more. This may include the Spring Metal Compact .45 Style Pistol FPS-215 Airsoft Gun. Handgun range and precision depends upon the player’s shooting ability, shooting conditions, weather, wind, terrain, and other factors.
Question: What do I need to know for airsoft gun safety?
Answer: Safety is a top priority when using airsoft guns. Airsoft players must always use safety goggles and protective face masks. The weapon must 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 shoot real ammo?
Answer: No, this airsoft gun can not shoot real ammo and can not be customized in any way to fire live ammunition. It is a toy weapon.
