Tuesday, January 19, 2010

Airsoft Guns Are All The Rage

By Anthony Carter

Airsoft guns are all the rage in towns and cities across the country. Their realistic make and looks have gained them high popularity, and have brought on a new sport. These guns are practically exact replicas of real guns, such as an AK-47 assault rifle. But they only shoot plastic bullets. Some are 6mm caliber and some are 8mm. They can operate with compressed gas, or a spring, or even by electric.

This new hobby has been taken up by thousands, and is growing every day. Yet, if you ask around, you'll find that just as many still haven't heard of them. They remind you of the BB guns we used to have, only they don't look like a BB gun, they look like the gun they are fashioned after. This gives them a lot more uses than just a BB gun. They look extremely real.

You wouldn't think of these different uses right off the bat, but with their realistic mimicking of the real thing, they make excellent movie and play props. And they can be utilized by the military and the police for training exercises. Collectors love the many different makes and styles that are available. You can have a lot of great fun with these guns at home and at game sites.

The airsoft guns runs off one of any of these three sources of power - spring-load, gas, or electric. With the spring-load you won't have as much in the power department as with the others, but it won't hurt your wallet as much either. They're a cheaper gun and make good starter guns for trying out the sport of airsoft. The gas-powered guns use a CO2 cartridge for power, while the electric guns run off batteries.

There are many people who look at these guns and are afraid to take up the game. This is due to the great job of replication the manufacturers have done. It's been asked about these guns giving an opportunity to the more criminally minded of society. But for this, there's a law that makes it illegal for anyone to take the bright orange tip off one of these guns. This tip is what ensures everyone that it's just a toy.

Supervision is advised if there are minors taking part in any airsoft games. Just like the BB guns we used as young kids, some safety rules should be put in place. Airsoft guns aren't lethal, but just as using a BB gun, they can cause damage should you get hit in the eye, or they may break the skin if too close. So some safety applications are recommended before turning the young ones loose with these guns.

The cost of these guns varies depending on the quality and manufacturers. If you're just starting out and want something cheap, it's not hard to find one for $9. 99. If you want a higher quality gun, then they're available from $50 all the way up to $200. And if you want top of the line guns, you can pay as much as $1, 000 for one. So you can see, you have a wide selection of guns to choose from that you can fit into your budget.

Airsoft guns mimic real guns but provide a lot of fun for those who appreciate them. If you've ever played paint-ball then you'll have an understanding of why these airsoft guns are so popular. They're a great source of entertainment, and provide good training props for organizations who have need of them. Their popularity grows with each passing day. If you like guns, give them a look. - 16887

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