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Airsoft firearms are replica weapons that shoot plastic BB projectiles. They are a type of air gun, typically classified as an imitation firearm, meaning that they cannot be used to harm other people but can still be used to simulate the feeling of firing a real gun. These guns can allow for great fun and excitement when involved in War Games and MilSim events, with many realistic-looking options available on the market today.
Choosing the right airsoft gun is like choosing your paintballs or ammunition in paintball: it all depends on what you want to use it for. These guns cannot be sold to anyone under the age of 18 (according to federal laws). Ontario provincial laws further restrict the sale of airsoft firearms to those over the age of 18 but do permit those 18-21 to purchase and use them within private property.
The use or possession of these guns is not restricted as long as they are not carried or used in a threatening manner. These guns can only be used on private property with permission from the landowner, or while participating in an approved organized event with an insurance policy.
Airsoft VS Real Guns:
In the United States, most people are aware that airsoft firearms are not weapons of mass destruction, but what is not as commonly known is that there are many differences between the two. Take a look at this guide to learn more about the difference between an airsoft gun and real guns along with some tips on staying safe.
1) Real Guns Are Loaded With Bullets
Airsoft firearms shoot pellets made out of plastic that cannot hurt anyone or break anything. They are used for recreational purposes. Real firearms, however, are designed to shoot projectiles called bullets that can injure or kill people and break through walls.
2) Real Guns Can Cause a Lot of Damage
Real guns are designed to throw projectiles at very high speeds without losing velocity. They have to be well-made and in excellent condition to work properly. All sorts of damage can be caused by them, including broken bones. Even if they hit something, they rarely stop in their tracks because of the weight and power behind them. These guns, on the other hand, usually can’t shoot projectiles that fast or with enough force.
3) Real Guns Shoot Upwards of 3 Hundred Miles Per Hour
A bullet fired from a real gun travels as much as 1,100 feet per second (fps). This means that a gun can kill a person up to 1.5 miles away in ideal conditions. An airsoft gun’s pellets are incapable of traveling that fast and won’t have the force to injure someone even from a close distance.
4) Real
Guns Require More Care & Maintenance Than Airsoft
If you own a real gun, you will need to clean it occasionally. You also need to practice with it on a regular basis to ensure your aim is good enough to hit what you want and not what you don’t want. Airsoft firearms can be used any number of times without needing maintenance or practice. If a gun is not used, it will lose its accuracy. That is why they are not as recommended for long-term use.
5) Real Guns Are More Expensive Than Airsoft Firearms
These guns are often cheaper than their real counterparts because they are made to be cheap and disposable. You can buy them in bulk and change out the parts while retaining all of your old pellets on hand. Real guns, on the other hand, require more money and time to train with various accessories that improve accuracy and increase the durability of the part you’re using them for. This means you’ll be spending more money on training and maintaining your gun over time.
Is An Airsoft Gun More Popular?
The airsoft gun is gaining more popularity than the real guns. Airsoft firearms are more realistic and cheap and the people using this type of weapon can play a game with an opponent without breaking any law. There are many videos available on YouTube that show some very interesting airsoft warfare. These videos are very much popular among the people and everybody likes to watch them and enjoy them.
Some of the best quality airsoft firearms can be obtained for much less than $200. And these guns can also be used to play paintball or any other game that requires a weapon or a toy gun. These days, there are some people who have banned the use of toy guns because they are considered not safe. But these airsoft weapons have gained enough popularity among people because they have no safety hazards and they provide a lot of fun and excitement to their users.