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Airsoft Pistol Product Details
Valken Airsoft Revolver Full Metal C02 6mm (6″)
The Valken 6mm 6″ Co2 revolver is a Co2 airsoft revolver that has everything you could want in an airsoft revolver. This Valken airsoft pistol is Co2 powered and functions similarly to a real revolver. The Valken 6mm revolver also comes with six brass cartridges and one speed loader to make faster reloads a snap. The cylinder holds six cartridges, and each cartridge holds one 6mm airsoft BB. The Co2 revolver can be fired in double or single action, meaning that the hammer can either be cocked back before each shot or the trigger can be used to cock the hammer and fire. We recommend our Valken 12g Co2 Cartridges for use with this Valken revolver.
Airsoft Pistol Product Features
About this item
Muzzle Velocity: 385 FPS (Measured w/ 0.20g 6mm Airsoft BBs)
Double action/single action, Heavyweight full metal construction
13-slot 20mm top accessory rail, 7-slot 20mm bottom accessory rail
Integrated safety/cylinder release, Quick release 6rd metal cylinder design
Hidden Co2 cartridge compartment under the grip(12 Gram Co2 cartridges NOT INCLUDED)
Information on Airsoft Handgun Styles
Learn more about airsoft pistols and how you can use them as backup guns or as main weapons on the airsoft playing field. Practicing your accuracy and getting the right sidearm can make an impact in hitting your shots. Sidearms, by nature, are much shorter range airsoft guns. They are quite often made after genuine sidearms or replicas of actual pistols. Lots of airsoft sidearms are completely certified models of their actual handgun counterparts. These airsoft guns can operate in the same ways and visually appear almost identically to the real guns they are designed around while firing airsoft BBs in place of actual bullets.
There are a variety of airsoft sidearms such as CO2, propane or green gas (blowback and non-blowback), spring powered, and AEG automatic electric gun handguns. Each of these kinds of pistols has positives and negatives associated with them. Finding out about the kinds of airsoft handguns allows you to decide which type is right for you and your airsoft gameplay style.
CO2 Airsoft Pistol Details
CO2 airsoft pistols are one of the most typical and long-lasting types of pistols. These pistols use high pressure CO2 gas to propel airsoft BBs out of the pistol barrel.
These types of airsoft guns are good choices for playing in cold and snowy weather conditions considering that the pressurized CO2 gas is less susceptible to FPS decreases by temperature. This offers great FPS and shot consistency while playing airsoft in the winter for example where other sorts of sidearms like green gas stuffer from low performance or hardly fire BBs.
Info About CO2 Gas and CO2 Cartridges
CO2 airsoft sidearms are powered by basic 12 gram CO2 cylinders. These cartridges look like a metallic cylinder and hold high-pressure CO2 gas comprised of just one carbon atom and 2 oxygen atoms, hence the molecular formula is “C + O2 “. These atoms are attached in the following alignment “O= C =O”. The gas is held in the 12 gram cylinders under really high pressure of roughly ~ 800psi that translates to 55bar.
The cartridges come sealed to keep the CO2 gas safely inside, however when they are opened (firing them inside of an airsoft handgun 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 chance to do some handgun target practice and use up the rest of the excess gas.
If they are kept sealed, CO2 cartridges can be stored for a while. They do have a manufacturer’s expiration date typically noted on the package or cylinder, however they may survive for a very long period of time past this date if the cartridge seals are not damaged.
Green Gas Airsoft Pistols
Green gas airsoft sidearms function similarly to CO2 handguns, however they do not use CO2 cartridges. As an alternative, they use green gas or propane gas for propellant to propel the airsoft pellets. The operational impact on game play and green gas handgun functionality is essentially the same as CO2 handguns with the weapons shooting up to about 300+ feet per second. Shots are efficiently fired in semi-automatic or fully-automatic shooting modes and accurate at very short to mid-range distances.
The propane gas is stored in the handgun’s airsoft magazine which can normally hold between 15 to 20+ airsoft BBs based on the handgun design. A series of valves, rubberized gaskets, and o-rings keep the gas pressurized in the mag until the pistol’s trigger is pulled.
When running a green gas pistol on the airsoft field as a main or secondary weapon, bringing additional handgun mags is suggested for quickly reloading and engaging opponents. Having additional mags on-hand allows you to join in the action during firefights or while clearing structures in CQB (close quarters combat) room-to-room fights.
Green gas handguns are optimal for CQB at airsoft fields considering long guns and full-sized AEGs are typically not approved to be used during indoor shooting. This is an essential safety guideline due to the close range proximity of gamers during the shooting engagements and potential for players to get hurt. While green gas pistols can still fire airsoft BBs at about 300 FPS, the shorter handgun barrel helps to keep the joules and energy moving the BB at a lower level compared to airsoft rifles, sniper rifles, and long guns.
Thinking About Green Gas Blowback (GBB) VS Green Gas Non-blowback
There are 2 different kinds of green gas airsoft handguns. To start with there are green gas blowback pistols or GBBs. These guns run like a real pistol with the gun’s slide “blowing back” and moving with every shot. Each time a brand-new airsoft BB is chambered, the gas causes the slide to cycle. The result is really cool, but the guns often cost more and possibly have more parts which can break. The green gas non-blowback airsoft handguns have a fixed slide which does not cycle. The non-blowback pistols generally cost less than GBBs. Performance is around the same when comparing the two styles of green gas pistols.
About GBB and Green Gas Issues
While green gas usually can be used extremely well on the airsoft field, it does have constraints. This includes when green gas guns are played with throughout the winter airsoft games in the snow or in cold weather (like under 32 degrees F). Given that the green gas or propane gas is stored in the mag by silicone seals and gaskets, low temperatures can negatively affect these 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 couple of feet (like 10 feet in the cold ) when the gun would ordinarily shoot BBs over 100+ foot distances in warmer temperatures).
One solution to this issue is to try to keep the GBB pistol mags warmer by positioning them close to your body prior to airsoft game play. This can help to heat up the seals and better seal in the green gas. It might also be worth buying a CO2 version of your preferred handgun if you truly prefer to play airsoft with a reputable airsoft pistol in the cold. The CO2 cylinders come sealed and the gun will shoot far better in sub-freezing temperatures and while playing in the snow.
Spring Airsoft Pistol Info
Spring airsoft handguns are powered by powerful springs with irregular pitches that send the BBs out of the handgun’s barrel. The manual actions of cocking, reloading, and firing spring guns makes the fire rate much slower than CO2, green gas, and GBB pistols.
Spring sidearms work best in springer battles where airsoft players can only use similar, single shot spring handguns or as a transitional backup weapon for CQB buildings and MOUT sites when you can frequently surprise other airsoft players to get a guaranteed one-shot-one-kill. In the latter scenario, a rapid 2nd followup shot is not needed given that the other player is already hit by the airsoft BB and out of the game or moving back to respawn. Be careful when fighting several opponents since the spring weapon just shoots as quick as you can re-chamber an airsoft BB manually.
About Spring Pistol Efficiency
Spring handguns are really reliable under the ideal situations. Spring pistols can usually shoot 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 handguns or AEPs (automatic electric pistols) are also a viable option to bring as a backup gun on the airsoft field. These automatic electric handguns are normally powered by mini stick batteries in the gun’s butt. They work much like an AEG SMG and use pressurized air pumped through electrically cycled pistons, gearboxes, and cylinders to propel airsoft BBs out of the barrel and very quickly at that.
AEG pistol magazines typically hold about 20 to 30 airsoft BBs. The handguns can fire airsoft BBs up to around 300 FPS using 0.12g airsoft BBs or 200 to 250 FPS using 0.20g airsoft BBs.
AEG Pistol Quality and Efficiency
AEG pistol quality has increased substantially recently. The initial generations were a little bit unreliable and questionable, but the more recent models have most of the bugs resolved and make reliable airsoft backup guns. They can be improved with maximized magazine capacities and also accommodating larger batteries.
A large benefit of using an AEG handgun is that you have the capacity to rewire the wires to use an enhanced capacity battery with higher mAh. Depending on the AEG pistol version, you can get a substantial boost in performance and fire rate using a 2 cell Lipo battery (2S Lipo) rather than the standard mini battery. Take care of adjusting the parts and wires because you have to take into account the volts, mAh, and electrical loads of the battery. Ask an experienced gun service technician at your closest airsoft shop or store if you have modding issues.
Which Airsoft Handgun is Best for Me?
If you have more than one-hundred dollars to spend on your airsoft handgun, you may want to consider a GBB pistol or AEG pistol. If you have around fifty to one-hundred dollars to buy a gun, look at a CO2 pistol or cheaper GBB handgun. You can still get a long lasting airsoft pistol by checking out lower end pistols and by trading with players selling used airsoft guns if you are on a budget.
Airsoft Handgun Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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 reliable and dependable. Learn about the different types of airsoft pistols.
Question: What kind of airsoft gun is the Valken Airsoft Revolver Full Metal C02 6mm (6″)?
Answer: The Valken Airsoft Revolver Full Metal C02 6mm (6″) is an airsoft pistol.
Question: Is this airsoft pistol good for first time airsoft players?
Answer: This airsoft pistol can be a viable gun to use for first time airsoft players. It depends on the player’s gun budget, experience, and how much they believe they will play airsoft. The Valken Airsoft Revolver Full Metal C02 6mm (6″) is a good gun for a lot of players to carry.
Question: Is this airsoft pistol rentable?
Answer: Many airsoft fields rent guns. You will find most fields rent AEGs like SMGs instead of handguns. 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 specific handgun model.
Question: Can this airsoft handgun be enhanced with modifications?
Answer: Possibly, this depends on the airsoft gun type and build. It may be able to accept upgrades in some cases. Try to find parts specific to the Valken Airsoft Revolver Full Metal C02 6mm (6″).
Question: Are airsoft pistols legal in my state?
Answer: Perhaps depending on where you live. Look at your local gun 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 guns like the Valken Airsoft Revolver Full Metal C02 6mm (6″).
Question: What kind of airsoft BBs does this airsoft handgun shoot?
Answer: This airsoft gun normally shoots standard 6mm airsoft BBs which are 0.12g or 0.20g. Check out the handgun’s information for additional information on airsoft BBs.
Question: How far can this airsoft gun shoot?
Answer: Most airsoft handguns can shoot around 80 to 120 feet or more. This may include the Valken Airsoft Revolver Full Metal C02 6mm (6″). Handgun accuracy depends upon the player’s shooting ability, shooting conditions, weather, wind, terrain, and other factors.
Question: What do I need to know for airsoft handgun safety?
Answer: Safety is a top priority when using airsoft weapons. Airsoft players need to always use impact resistant safety glasses and protective face masks. The weapon should 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 fire real ammunition?
Answer: No, this airsoft pistol can not shoot real ammo and can not be modified in any way to fire live ammunition. It is a toy gun.
