Saturday, December 27, 2008

Consider the cost of Airsoft

By Alexander Malroy

Airsoft was introduced in Japan during the 1950s where it was very hard to get any kind of firearms. This game was the invention of gun owners and it is still hugely popular in the Southeast Asia. It is increasingly gaining popularity in Europe and the United States as well.

There are different types and method airsoft guns is being played and enjoyed. They are Military simulations, skirmishing and Historical re-enactments. These types of games are required to have a Marshall or a referee in a hope to put an order and honor to the game.

Safety is the first and foremost concern of every organizer of the game. Protective clothes and gear as well as necessary eyewear should be strictly provided and adhered to. Airsoft guns if fired at point blank and at close range may cause nasty welts in an open skin, this may not be fatal, but if it hits the eye, this may cause blindness. Airsoft guns operate in electric motor, battery, gas or a manual cocking ring.

Airsoft is generally cheaper for a beginning player than paintball. Airsoft pistols and other guns are the most expensive part of the game. The lowest range of guns typically costs $15-$90 USD, while the most expensive airsoft guns sell for between $200-$500 USD. This can get much more expensive in military simulation and historical re-enactment games, where the focus on realism can raise costs considerably. Some custom-made airsoft guns can cost $2,000 USD while gas-powered guns with realistic blowback can range from $150 to $500 USD.

Airsoft guns look like real guns in their make. The airsoft guns are bought after looking into a number of factors such as the battery, range, life, how far it shoots, and a number of other factors. Another important factor to be kept in mind while selecting the weapons is realism. The most popular kind of airsoft guns is the Automatic electric guns, or AEG. These are also most commonly used. These guns come with batteries that can be recharged and built to last for a very long time.

The realistic blow back effect of other gun models using propane gas mounted directly onto the propane tanks make it popular too. Manufacturers oftentimes create minor tweaks depending on the need of the player. Grenades and grenade launchers are also being simulated in the game using compressed gas that creates minor explosion when thrown. This and more adds up to the excitement of being in a realistic scenario of a battle.

Pellets prices may vary according to its quality. A typical 6mm or 8mm in diameter can cost $3.50 for 5,000 pellets. Low-grade pellets run the risk of affecting the guns performance and may damage the weapon in the end. However, high-grade pellets may cost you $15 for 5,000 pieces.

Maintaining the performance of your guns as well as purchasing the necessary protective equipments may take toll on your pocket, as in every sport activities therein. However, enjoying the game with your friends and getting the hang of joining a battle without the risk of casualty is always worth the cost. - 15485

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