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The BBs are used to load up the Airsoft Gun
to shoot
at a given target, there are many different types of Airsoft
BB's to choose from. They are also called Airsoft Pellets or
Plastic BB's. They are normally made of plastic, 6mm (or
.235") in
diameter and weight about .12 grams and up. They come in
different colors; including glow in the dark. Green Gas is
used to power regular Gas Airsoft Guns, CO2 cartridges are
usually containers filled with compressed air to power a CO2
Airsoft Gun and Speed Loaders are fast BB loaders.
6 mm pellet weights and their
usage
The BB Calibre
The
Roundness
The
Polishing
How to select the right Airsoft BB
Airsoft Guns History
How to Use a High Capacity
Airsoft Magazine
Airsoft Troubleshooting - Simple
Fixes to common gun problems
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6 mm pellet weights and their
usage
*0.11 g - Manufactured by HFC,
same use as .12 gram. Uncommon.
*0.12 g - Used by all low grade
weapons such as some spring
pistols (which can use .20) and
mini electrics. High velocity
and low stability. Not to be
used in high end AEGs such as
Tokyo Marui and Classic Army.
These pellets usually have a
small air pocket in them.
*0.15 g - Same uses as 0.12 g.
Uncommon. Not to be used in high
end Automatic Electric Guns (A.E.G.s)
such as Tokyo Marui and Classic
Army
*0.16 g - Essentially the same
as the 0.15 g pellets. Very
uncommon.
*0.20 g
- Standard weight for most
weapons. AEGs use these or
slightly heavier pellets. These
pellets are usually white.such
as CYC
bullet in China. (http://www.airsoft-bbs.com/)
*0.23 g
- Heavier pellets for AEGs.
Blends speed of 0.20 g with
range and accuracy of 0.25 g.
Made popular by Tsunami Airsoft
*0.24 g - An oddity. Only known
manufacturers are Airstrike (a
subsidiary of Daisy) and Crosman
*0.25 g
- Heaviest weight for standard
AEGs, blowback and spring guns.
Tokyo Marui standard AEG, gas,
and spring guns are set at the
factory for 0.25 gram BB's, and
they usually include a package
of 200 of these with the gun.
*0.28 g
- For upgraded AEGs or sniper
rifles. Significantly cheaper
than 0.30 g but yields similar
performance
*0.29 g - Maruzen Super
Grandmaster BBs, designed for
their Air Precision Shooting
series of guns. One of the most
precisely ground and accurate
BBs availableVerify source|date=July
2007, but cost more than other
alternatives. These also can
come in aluminum versions, which
will hurt more than plastic.
*0.30 g
- Standard weight for most
sniper rifles. Western Arms
pellets for their gas blowback
pistol series. Uncommon.
*0.32 g
- Also standard for sniper
rifles. Offer best balance of
velocity and stability for most
spring and gas sniper rifles.
*0.36 g - Heavier pellets for
sniper rifles. Very slow but
have high stability.
*0.40 g
- Heavy pellets for airsoft
sniper rifles. CYC is a known
producer. Even slower than 0.36g
but even more stable and
maintains its velocity better.
*0.43 g - For the highest level
of upgrades in spring and gas
sniper rifles. Usually graphite
coated.
*0.88 g - Possibly the heaviest
type of BB available. Usually
made of steel and comes with a
polished finish. Rarely used and
often hard to find.
.20gr -
ideal for indoor gaming, a
lightweight BB that ensures good
performance with stock AEGs,
.25gr -
the standard lower weight
outdoor BB, resists wind and
maintains a good trajectory in
outdoor conditions,
.28gr -
the premium weight outdoor
solution for the performance
minded airsofter, giving
distance, accuracy, grouping and
impact. Resists foliage as well,
.30gr -
the lightweight sniper round,
or, for those wanting heavy
impact on the target with
maximum wind and foliage
resistance. Requires a properly
tuned AEG with a powerful hop
up,
.36gr -
the specialty sniper round for
gas based bolt action rifles,
.40gr -
similar to the .36gr, provides
more mass for greater distance
with phenominal accuracy and
maximum impact.
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BB Gun Ammo and
Accessories
The Weight:
It is important to use the correct weight bb for
your gun.
0.12g is suitable for Spring, Pocket Model and
Mini Electric Series Guns
0.20g is suitable for Hop up, Gas and Electric
guns
0.23g and
0.25g is suitable for Electric models
Airosft Pellets
Airsoft pellets are spherical
projectiles used in Airsoft gun
models. Typically made of
plastic, they usually range in
size from 5.93 to 5.98 mm in
diameter, though select models
use 8 mm or 3 mm pellets. They
are often called "BBs",
referring to the ammunition of
more dangerous BB guns (which
are actually smaller and made of
metal).
Pellet weight is an important
factor when choosing pellets.
The pellet's weight influences
several aspects of pellet
performance:
Velocity
Lighter pellets achieve higher
velocities, but are more prone
to influence from external
factors like wind. Lighter
pellets also decelerate (lose
velocity) faster than heavier
pellets. Due to the increased
momentum of a heavier pellet, it
will hit harder than a lighter
one.
Trajectory
The curvature of a projectile
(trajectory) determines its
range and lighter pellets result
in much more curved
trajectories. This can be
negated in part by the use of a
hop-up.
Hardware
Heavier pellets may require a
more powerful airsoft gun and
often necessitates upgraded
springs and other gun parts.
A player's choice of pellet
weight is governed by their
gaming style, airsoft gun
(internals), game location
(in/outdoor), high/low range and
ft/s regulations.
Airsoft BBs for Leisure or
Performance, Airsoft BB'S Sale!
Buy more, save more.
6 mm pellet weights and their
usage
0.12 g - Used by some gas and
spring weapons. High velocity
and low stability. Not to be
used in high end AEGs such as
Tokyo Marui and Classic Army
0.20 g - Standard weight for
most weapons. AEGs uses these or
slightly heavier pellets.
0.23 g - Heavier pellets for AEGs. Blends speed of 0.20 g
with range and accuracy of 0.25
g.
0.25 g - Heaviest weight for
standard AEGs, blowback and
spring guns. For some AEGs, you
will usually need an upgrade to
effectively fire 0.25 inch (6.4
mm) BB's.
0.28 g - Standard weight for
highly upgraded AEGs or sniper
rifles. Significantly cheaper
than .30g , but yields similar
performance
0.30 g - Standard weight for
most sniper rifles. Western Arms
pellets for their gas blowback
pistol series. Uncommon.
The BB Calibre:
CYC BB are calibrated to the nearest 1/100mm. This high precision calibration system
ensures an optimum trajectory and prevents
jamming in the action.
The Roundness:
Inferior BBs can jam in the barrel due to the
lack of perfect roundness. Using a BB which is
not perfectly round or has burrs on the surface
can result in a complete breakdown of the gun
and can be costly in rectifying. The choice of
correct BBs in the first instance will prevent
this. Our BBs undergo a production process which
eliminates any uneven surfaces or misshapes and
ensures perfect even roundness in each BB.
The Polishing:
Unlike other BBs
on the market today which are
made from two hemispheres that
are then adhered together, CYC
brand BBs are made from one piece and
then undergo a high polishing process which
allows a smooth passage through the internal
mechanism of the gun also resulting in more
accurate groupings.
Dont ruin your gun with inferior ammo. Re-using
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How to select the
right Airsoft BB
When it comes to Airsoft guns, most enthusiasts tend
to think about gun models, gearbox type, Barrel FPS,
and battery size. One thing that constantly gets
over looked is BB type. There is a variety of
Airsoft BBs available, in a wide range of weights,
colors, and materials. So, which one do you choose
and why is it so important?
WEIGHT - Airsoft BBs are almost always 6mm in
diameter, not much selection there. Then it comes to
weight, Airsoft BBs start at .12 grams and go as
heavy as .36 grams. Save the .12g BBs for your
Spring Pistols or low priced, cheap plastic Airsoft
guns. Using .12g BBs in metal gear guns is recipe
for disaster, plus it will make your gun as accurate
as a water balloon launcher. The rest of the BBs
weights are personal preference and gun usage. A
good starting guideline is a gun that shoots under
300FPS is best served with .20 Gram BBs. Anything
that shoots over 300FPS opens up more choices. The
heavier the BB, the greater the accuracy at longer
ranges. For example, if your using a sniper rifle
you should consider .28gram or heavier. For standard
field play .23 -
.25gram will be fine. Finally,
.20
gram will work great in Close Quarters Battle (CQB).
Obviously, cost is a factor when choosing your BBs
weight. The heavier the Airsoft BB the more they
will cost and the more you'll spend on shipping.
MATERIAL - Most of your Airsoft BBs are made
of ABS or some sort of plastic. There are a few
other types too. The most well know is the
Biodegradable BB. They are made of materials that
break down when exposed to moisture and light. Some
of the Bio airsoft BBs even have an organic
Fertilizer core to help vegetation. While these may
seem great in reducing BBs from accumulating, keep
in mind they do have a limited shelf life. The other
material is Aluminum. These are typically BBs that
.28g-.36g BBs. They are very expensive but are great
for long range shooting.
COLOR - The most popular is white. but really
the choice is up to you. Most of the time you want
to be able to see where you're Airsoft BBs are
hitting, so the lighter and brighter the color the
better. If you are doing sniper operations, then you
might want to use the darker colored or Black BBs.
They will help conceal your location when firing on
an opponent.
MANUFACTURER - This is probably the number
one criteria in choosing an Airsoft BB. Look for a
manufacturer that produces a seamless, highly
polished BB. Additionally, the ability of the
manufacturer to produce BBs that are consistent in
size and weight is equally important. Not only will
these characteristics improve your guns distance and
accuracy, they will also reduce wear on your airsoft
gun's internals. Airsoft BBs by companies like
CYC, TSD
Tactical BBs, SRC BBs and KSC BBs are of excellent
quality. Many of the BBs included with your airsoft
gun are of poor quality and should be discarded (our
recommendation).
As you can see, Airsoft BB selection is more than
buying the cheapest BBs you can find. Consider all
the options and you'll maximize your Airsoft gun's
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What's Airsoft?
Airsoft is a sport in which the
players simulate combat,
warfare, or other military
scenarios using authentic
military tactics and replica
weapons. Airsoft guns use
6mm BBs made of ABS plastic as
ammunition, which generally
weigh from .12g to .43g on
average. Airsoft guns themselves
are almost always exact replicas
of real military weapons.
Airsoft is a product of the far East and is
now available in the Western world. It has spawned a
sport, a growing following, and an industry that
spans several continents.
Airsoft guns are accurate replicas of the originals
usually manufactured under license (beware of cheap
bb guns) Airsoft bb guns fire 6mm plastic bb's and
are used for target practice, fun plinking and the
new xtreme sport Airsoft, which is similar to
paintballing however the advantages of airsoft are
that they are more accurate, fire further and more
realistic, and also cheaper!
Short History of Airsoft
1886 - The airgun projectile we
call a BB began in 1886 as
common lead shotgun shot, sized
BB or 0.180-inch diameter.
1887 - Clarence Hamilton of .22
rimfire fame followed Markham by
inventing an all-metal
spring-piston airgun.
1960's - Airsoft as we
know it today has its history in
both Japan and America, going
back about 30 or 40 years. In
Japan, ownership of firearms was
banned in the 1960’s, and the
response was the production of
extremely realistic and
collectable replicas of real
military firearms. It didn't
take long for firearm
enthusiasts and manufacturers to
design and market a spring
powered gun, replicating the
looks of its real counterpart.
1970's - The sport we all
know of today as Airsoft
originated in Japan in the
1970's. Shortly after as the
sport began to grow,
improvisations were made to
airsoft guns. Manufacturer's
began to produce airsoft guns
that were gas, and electric
powered as well.
Before the end of the 1970’s,
these were introduced into the
Japanese market as "soft-air"
guns. Naturally the Japanese
took the system and began to
incorporate it into their own
extremely realistic false gun
models and created the perfect,
non-lethal realistic alternative
to actual firearms.
1990's - These then
became popular in the Asian
markets as "soft-air" or
"air-soft" guns. Gas-powered
Airsoft guns evolved into
cheaper-made AEGs (Automatic
Electric Guns) in the mid
1990's.
In America, air guns were
expanded with handguns that
fired pellets stored in shells,
very similar to spring Airsoft
guns today.
How realistic are Airsoft Guns?
Even law enforcement officers are often unable to
distinguish Airsoft from real steel. Never take an
Airsoft gun out in public, doing so WILL endanger
your life.
How do Airsoft guns operate?
An Airsoft gun can operate off one of any three
principles. The most common and cost effective are
our line of spring guns. Spring guns must be cocked
before each shot, usually by racking the slide or
cocking handle (rifles). Cocking the gun compresses
a spring attached to a piston, when the trigger is
pulled, the piston flies forward, compresses the air
in the cylinder and fires the BB at an average
velocity of 250 FPS. Most people start off with
spring guns and often move up to gas blowback guns.
Gas blowback pistols use HFC22 or Green Gas. Green
gas is loaded into the bottom of the magazine along
with the ammunition. This design allows for rapid
magazine changes to replace both expended rounds and
propellant. BB guns operate in a manner very similar
to real firearms. After inserting the magazine you
cock the gun to chamber the first round. Upon
pulling the trigger, gas is released to propel the
BB out of the barrel at an average of 300 FPS. A
small amount of gas is also captured to force the
slide back, resetting the hammer and chambering the
next round. This is a very efficient system allowing
you to fire the gun as fast as you can pull the
trigger. Electric powered guns use a gear and piston
system to offer semi and sometimes fully automatic
operation.
Which gun is the BEST?
We get dozens of emails every day asking which gun
is the best. Here is the answer: The M4 is our most
popular spring rifle while the M9 remains the most
popular spring pistol. The AEG rifles and Beretta
pistols are the most popular battery powered guns.
The M11 is by far the coolest of the gas blowback
guns with the M9 following as a close second. For
the absolute highest rate of fire, go with the HFC
gas blowback guns.
What kind of protection do I need to play Airsoft?
Full face protection is REQUIRED for any Airsoft
sporting activity. Airsoft guns can cause serious
eye injury and shatter teeth if unprotected. We also
recommend using neck protection, elbow and knee
guards.
How far will Airsoft guns shoot?
Airsoft guns have a maximum-effective range of about
60-130 yards depending on whether or not the gun has
been upgraded. Stock full-size electric rifles can
shoot accurately up to 20-60 yards, spring guns
15-20 yards, and electric guns 10-40 yards.
How accurate are Airsoft guns?
Airsoft guns are very accurate for smooth-bore guns.
At 20 yards, you can shoot a 6-8" group.
How loud are Airsoft guns?
Airsoft guns are quieter than a .22 caliber rifle,
but a bit louder than a typical air rifle.
What are Airsoft guns made of?
Some of our guns are made of the same durable ABS
Plastic used in items such as motorcycle helmets,
others are made of metal or both. Airsoft guns
cannot be modified to fire real ammunition. Because
they are made of different materials, the guns tend
to be a little lighter than their real counterparts.
What do the numbers mean on the bb’s?
The numbers refer to bb weight in grams. All of our
guns are designed around a specific weight of bb.
The recommended bb weight is automatically selected
for each product.
What is the muzzle velocity of different airsoft
guns?
Spring pistols tend to fire 190-350 fps, Spring
rifles 220-450 fps, and electric guns and pistols or
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Airsoft Guns History
The idea of airsoft guns started
in Japan in the 80’s as,
although it was illegal to own a
firearm, there was still a
demand for them, so gun
enthusiasts improvised by
manufacturing spring powered
guns that were exact replicas of
the real thing. The sport
rapidly took off, spread to
North America and is now popular
all over the world. Today,
airsoft guns, pistols and rifles
are mainly used for organized
war-games and, once experienced,
will turn a novice into an
enthusiast.
Airsoft guns come in three
types, gas powered, spring and
electric. However, within each
type there are different kinds,
each with its own unique style
and advantages. Briefly, gas
powered airsoft guns use
compressed carbon dioxide to
fire the BB and, whilst perfect
for target practice, is not
really suitable for airsoft
games. Spring operated airsoft
guns work on mechanical power;
each time you want to shoot you
have to cock the airsoft gun by
pulling back the bolt just as
you would an actual shotgun or
bolt action rifle. Their design
is fairly simple and so they are
easy on the pocket and
recommended for entry-level
players. Electric airsoft guns
are the most commonly available
type, popular due to their power
and high rate of fire. These are
all the rage with either
beginners or skilled airsoft
players. We have a range of
airsoft guns to choose from,
including spring guns and
rifles, gas and electric airsoft
guns. Although airsoft guns are
replicas, they are designed to
look very realistic and can fire
small plastic pellets of 6mm and
8mm up to a range of 25 to 100m
at speeds of about 75 - 150
meters per second.
If you are new to the sport
there’s no need to spend a
fortune on a gun, we have many
low priced good quality guns on
our site, just take a look.
There are plenty of clubs and
teams that organize war-games
and skirmishing where all the
excitement you want can be
found. A game played between 2
teams that involve skill, speed,
strategy and tactics, it is an
exhilarating way to enjoy and
learn how to use a gun in a safe
and secure situation. As long as
games are properly organized
they can provide all the kicks
you want and a real adrenalin
rush. Once you’ve experienced it
you’ll never look back.
Participating in an airsoft game
allows you to play out a fantasy
role, escape from the routine of
day to day life and lose
yourselves for a few hours.
People come to play airsoft from
all walks of life, estate
agents, bankers, teachers or
housewives can handle a gun and
be transformed into a member of
the FBI, a criminal on the run
or whoever takes their fancy at
the time.
Using an airsoft gun can be a
harmless activity as long as the
guidelines regarding safety are
followed and you wear the right
equipment. Only play in
designated areas and keep to the
rules and no-one should be hurt
as a result of the airsoft guns.
If you are wary of being hit
then there are loads of great
airsoft accessories that can be
acquired. Have yourself a
shopping trip and stock up on
protective face masks, body
armor and tactical vests to keep
you safe. Buy a pop-up target to
practice your aim, keep your
airsoft gun to hand in a
tactical holster and size up
your prey with a high powered
scope.
Airsoft guns come in a variety
of types, products and sizes,
whether it is simply for target
practice or for fun and games,
you will find a great selection
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How to Use a High Capacity
Airsoft Magazine
1)Pour BBs into the magazine.
This can be done by opening the
trap door usually found at the
top of the magazine. Then pour
high quality BBs into the
magazine. Make sure to pour only
enough. Do not overpour, as this
could jam the magazine. Then
shut the trap door tight.
2) Load the BBs into the loading
chamber. To do this, wind the
wheel found at the bottom of the
magazine and listen until you
hear a different noise than
before. This noise indicates how
many more times to wind the
magazine. Wind the wheel more
times to put pressure on the BBs
so they will actually go up into
the airsoft gun instead of
sinking back into the magazine
from gravity.
3) Place the magazine into the
airsoft gun and fire!
4) Reloading the magazine. Once
no more BBs are coming out of
the barrel, and the airsoft gun
is still firing (AKA
dry-firing), repeat the previous
two steps.
5) .20 gram airsoft bbs. Refill
Magazine. Repeat the first step.
Warnings
Do not overpour BBs into the
magazine. This forces BBs to
escape into the loading chamber
when closing the trap door. This
can permanently damage the
magazine.
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Airsoft Troubleshooting - Simple
Fixes to common gun problems
BBs Most overlooked problem
Most Airsoft guns come with a
small starter packet of airsoft
BBs. Here's a great tip, throw
them out or use them on the
cheap airsoft spring pistols.
They are usually low grade and
can cause damage to your guns
internals. CYC Brand BBs are
seamless, highly polished and
consistent in weight. This means
minimal wear and tear on your
airsoft gun internals and better
range/accuracy out of your
airsoft gun. For most electric
airsoft guns use .20g - .25g BBs
for best results. Never reuse
BBs once they have been fired.
They become pitted, cracked and
irregular. Reusing BBs can
damage your guns internals
and/or cause some nasty hop up
chamber jams.
Hop-Up, Don't overdo it
One of the biggest things that
can cause your Airsoft rifle to
jam or make your Airsoft Gun
miss the target is a hop up that
is set to high. Hop up is an
adjustable rubber wheel inside
the airsoft gun that puts
back-spin on the Airsoft BBs. To
little and your Airsoft BBs will
arc down, to much and they will
arc up or jam. Set just right
your Airsoft BBs will follow a
nice flat trajectory. Follow the
directions for your particular
gun when setting the hop-up.
It's best to start with it off,
and adjust after firing a round,
until you get it just right.
Lubricate your Airsoft Gun
Your airsoft has moving parts
and rubber seals that need to be
lubricated. The rubber hop-up
wheel can also dry out over time
if not lubricated regularly. Use
silicon based lubricants that
don't contain petroleum products
(Available at most hobby
stores). Use the airsoft
lubrication sparingly and wipe
up an excess when done. Spray
some down the barreland into the
BB feeder port. Lubricate your
airsoft gun after every
4000-5000 BBs are fired through
it.
A couple of things that you
should also consider:
-Always fully charge the battery
before using.
-Don't drop it, it's not a real
gun and impacts against hard
surfaces don't help airsoft
guns.
-for Ratchet/wind-up airsoft
magazines, make sure you wind
them completely until they make
a click sound. When storing
magazine, be sure to remove all
BBs and release the spring
tension. This will greatly
improve the magazines life.
-Wear eye protection always,
your eyes are the most important
part of the sport
-Practice Airsoft Safety, by
observing safe muzzle direction
and treating every gun as if it
was loaded.
-To store you airsoft gun, make
sure the spring tension on the
magazine is released. Do this by
pressing the BB release tab on
top of the magazine. |
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