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Airsoft Pistol Product Details
TSD Tactical Green Gas Full Metal Custom Caspian Arms 1911 Pistol FPS-375 Blowback Airsoft Gun
Airsoft Pistol Product Features
Airsoft Handgun Variety Information
Learn about airsoft pistols and sidearms and how you can use them as secondary weapons or as core weapons on the airsoft playing field. Numerous airsoft pistols are completely approved and licensed releases of their real gun counterparts and look and function in the exact same ways while shooting airsoft BBs rather than genuine bullets.
There are a variety of airsoft handguns including CO2, propane or green gas (blowback and non-blowback), spring powered, and AEG automatic electric pistols. Each of these styles of handguns has positives and negatives related to them. Learning about the kinds of airsoft pistols lets you decide which type is right for you and your airsoft game play style.
CO2 Airsoft Sidearm Details
CO2 airsoft guns are one of the most long lasting and standard types of handguns. These handguns use CO2 stored in small cylinders to move airsoft BBs out of the weapon barrel.
These forms of airsoft pistols are great choices for airsoft games in cooler weather conditions because the pressurized CO2 gas is stored in the sealed cylinders and less vulnerable to variation caused by temperature. This offers good FPS and shot consistency while playing airsoft in the winter for example where other types of handguns like green gas stuffer from low performance or barely shoot airsoft BBs.
Additional Info About CO2 Gas and CO2 Cylinders
CO2 airsoft handguns are powered by regular 12 gram CO2 cartridge cylinders. These cartridges look similar to a chrome metal cylinder and hold high pressure CO2 gas comprised of one carbon atom and a couple of oxygen atoms, for this reason the molecular formula comes out to be “C + O2 “. These atoms are connected in the following alignment “O= C =O”. The gas is held in the 12 gram cylinders under very high pressure of close to ~ 800psi which translates to 55bar.
The cartridges come sealed to keep the CO2 gas securely inside, however as soon as they are opened (firing them in an airsoft weapon breaks the cartridge seal) they will start to lose pressure if they are left unused. If the airsoft games end and you still have CO2 gas left, use the chance to do some pistol target practice and use up the rest of the extra gas.
CO2 cartridges have a long storage life if they are kept sealed. They are made with the manufacturer’s best used by date typically noted on the box or cartridge, however, they may last for a long period of time past this date if the cartridge seal is not tampered with.
Green Gas Airsoft Handguns
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 the airsoft BBs. The outcome on airsoft games and green gas pistol functionality is practically the same as CO2 pistols with the weapons shooting up to 300+ FPS. Shots are rapidly fired in fully-automatic or semi-automatic shooting modes and can accurately hit targets at shorter to mid-range distances.
The propane is stored in the handgun’s airsoft magazine which can normally hold around 15 to 20+ airsoft BBs based on the handgun type. A series of valves, rubber gaskets, and o-rings keep the gas pressurized in the magazine until the handgun’s trigger is squeezed.
When bringing a green gas handgun on the airsoft field or arena as a primary or secondary weapon, extra pistol mags are recommended for quickly reloading and getting back into the game. Having additional magazines allows you to join in the action during firefights or while sweeping buildings in CQB (close quarters combat) room-to-room fighting.
Green gas pistols are suitable for CQB at airsoft fields considering that long guns and full-sized AEGs are usually not enabled to be used during indoor gameplay. This is a safety guideline due to the close quarters proximity of gamers during the shooting engagements and the potential for players to be injured. While green gas handguns still fire airsoft BBs at around 300 FPS, the short handgun barrel aids to keep the joules and energy sending the BB lower compared to AEGs, sniper rifles, and long guns.
About Green Gas Blowback (GBB) VS Green Gas Non-blowback
There are two various types of green gas airsoft pistols. First there are green gas blowback pistols or GBBs. These pistols operate like a realistic pistol with the slide “blowing back” with every shot. The gas triggers the slide to cycle each time a new airsoft BB is chambered. This functionality is very cool, but the GBB guns frequently cost more and potentially have more parts which can break. The green gas non-blowback airsoft guns have a stationary slide which does not cycle. The non-blowback weapons generally cost less than GBBs. Performance is about the same when comparing the two styles of green gas handguns.
About GBB and Green Gas Limits
While green gas normally functions extremely well, it does have drawbacks. This includes when they are used in the winter airsoft games in the snow or in very cold temperatures (like under 32 degrees F). Considering that the green gas or propane gas is stored in the weapon’s mag by rubber seals, o-rings, and gaskets, cold weather can negatively impact these seals and cause the gas to leak out prior to shooting. The depressurized gas can cause the airsoft BBs to just shoot several feet (like 10 feet in cold temps ) when the pistol would typically shoot BBs over 100+ feet in warmer weather).
One fix for this problem is to make the GBB pistol magazines warmer by placing them close to your body just before the airsoft game play. This can help to heat up the seals and better seal in the green gas. It might also be worth checking out a CO2 version of your preferred pistol if you actually prefer to play with a reliable airsoft pistol in the cold. The CO2 cylinders come sealed and the gun shoots much better in sub-freezing temps and while playing in the snow.
Spring Airsoft Pistols
Spring airsoft guns are powered by powerful coil springs that shoot the BBs out of the gun barrel. The manual action of shooting, reloading, and cocking spring guns makes the fire rate much slower than CO2, green gas, and GBB guns.
Spring sidearms and guns work most effectively in springer battles where airsoft players can solely use related, single shot spring guns or as a close quarters combat backup gun for CQB buildings and MOUT sites when you can usually quietly sneak up on other airsoft participants to get a guaranteed one-shot-one-kill. In the latter circumstance, a rapid second followup shot isn’t required considering that the other player is now hit and out of the game play or running back to respawn. Beware when fighting a number of opponents because the spring airsoft gun just fires as quick as you can re-chamber an airsoft BB manually.
About Spring Handgun Efficiency
Spring handguns are extremely useful under the proper game circumstances. Spring pistols can often shoot up to 120 feet or farther with 0.12g BBs however target accuracy reduces quickly.
AEG Automatic Electric Airsoft Pistol Info
AEG airsoft pistols or AEPs (automatic electric pistols) are definitely a viable option to carry as a secondary weapon on the airsoft field. These automatic electric handguns are normally powered by mini stick batteries in the pistol’s handle. They operate much like an AEG SMG and use pressured air pumped through electrically cycled pistons, gearboxes, and cylinders to shoot airsoft BBs out of the barrel and very rapidly at that.
AEG pistol magazines normally can hold around 20 to 30 airsoft BBs. The pistols can shoot airsoft BBs approximately about 300 FPS when loaded with 0.12 gram airsoft BBs or about 200 to 250 FPS with 0.20g airsoft BBs. The electric gearbox system can shoot around 700+ 6mm BBs per minute which depends on if you have enough magazines to reload with and the battery maintains its charge that long. These AEP handguns can effectively shoot airsoft BBs at around 150 foot ranges.
AEG Pistol Quality and Efficiency
AEG handgun quality has grown significantly recently. The first generation guns were a bit undependable and sketchy, but the newer versions have most of the bugs resolved and make effective airsoft secondary weapons. They can be improved with enhanced mag storage capacities and also accommodating bigger batteries.
A substantial perk of carrying an AEG handgun is that you have the capability to rewire the adapters to use an enhanced battery. Depending on the AEG handgun design, you are able to gain a large leap in performance by using a 2 cell Lipo battery (2S Lipo) instead of the stock battery. Beware of tweaking the elements and the gun’s wires since you need to consider the voltages, mAh, and electrical loads of the battery. Ask a pro gun tech at your closest airsoft shop or store if you have customization problems.
Which Airsoft Pistol is Best for Me?
Finding the best airsoft sidearm for you depends on your gun budget, how much you desire to play airsoft with it, and where you plan to play. Look into a green gas blowback handgun or AEP handgun if you have over $100 to invest on your airsoft pistol. These guns are typically the top of the line, have the most effective performance, and are usually an excellent gun to invest in. Look into a CO2 handgun or less costly GBB pistol if you have in-between $50 to $100 to put towards an airsoft gun purchase. Mid-tier guns like these will still be fun to play with and can be durable sidearms. If you have fifty dollars or less, choose a low end CO2 or springer pistol. You can still find a long lasting airsoft pistol to use for the handgun games.
Frequently Asked Questions About Airsoft Sidearms
Question: What is the best type of airsoft pistol?
Answer: The best pistols are often a matter of a player’s preference. CO2 and GBB airsoft handguns 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 TSD Tactical Green Gas Full Metal Custom Caspian Arms 1911 Pistol FPS-375 Blowback Airsoft Gun?
Answer: The TSD Tactical Green Gas Full Metal Custom Caspian Arms 1911 Pistol FPS-375 Blowback Airsoft Gun is an airsoft pistol.
Question: Is this airsoft pistol good for first time players?
Answer: This airsoft pistol may be an ok choice for first time airsoft players. It depends on the player’s gun budget, experience, and how much they want to play airsoft. The TSD Tactical Green Gas Full Metal Custom Caspian Arms 1911 Pistol FPS-375 Blowback Airsoft Gun is a good sidearm for most players.
Question: Is this airsoft gun rentable?
Answer: Lots of airsoft fields rent weapons. You will find most fields rent automatic electric guns like rifles or SMGs instead of handguns or pistols. Therefore, finding this specific pistol model to use as a rental airsoft gun will most likely be more challenging. Check with your closest airsoft field near you to see if they rent the particular airsoft pistol model.
Question: Can this airsoft handgun be enhanced with modifications?
Answer: Possibly, this depends on the airsoft handgun type and build. It may be able to accept upgrades depending on what is modified. Try to find parts specific to the TSD Tactical Green Gas Full Metal Custom Caspian Arms 1911 Pistol FPS-375 Blowback Airsoft Gun.
Question: Are airsoft pistols legal in my state?
Answer: Possibly depending on where you live. Look at your regional 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 weapons like the TSD Tactical Green Gas Full Metal Custom Caspian Arms 1911 Pistol FPS-375 Blowback Airsoft Gun.
Question: What type of airsoft BBs does this airsoft gun shoot?
Answer: This airsoft handgun usually shoots standard 6mm airsoft BBs which are 0.12 gram or 0.20g. Check out the item information to find out more about the BBs you should use.
Question: How far can this airsoft gun shoot?
Answer: A lot of airsoft pistols can shoot around 80 to 120 feet or more. This may include the TSD Tactical Green Gas Full Metal Custom Caspian Arms 1911 Pistol FPS-375 Blowback Airsoft Gun. Weapon accuracy depends upon the shooter’s skills, shooting conditions, weather, wind, terrain, and other factors.
Question: What do I need to know for airsoft weapon safety?
Answer: Safety is a top priority when using airsoft pistols. Airsoft players must constantly use goggles covering their eyes and face protection. 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 gun shoot real bullets?
Answer: No, this airsoft pistol can not fire real bullets and can not be modified in any way to fire live ammo. It is a toy pistol.
