Airsoft Guns Are Replacing Paintball Guns In Recreational War Games

By Anthony Carter

Many paintball fans are switching over to airsoft guns. People that play in these recreation war games are looking for the most realistic experience that they can have. They often will wear authentic uniforms or uniforms that are actually issued to them by the Armed Forces. Having paintballs stain the uniforms is unacceptable. Airsoft guns offer a more realistic feel to the game.

These guns are so realistic looking that in many countries they require you to paint the barrel of the gun with orange paint. And even with an orange painted barrel, you will need to have the gun in a case if you are transporting it in public or have it on display for whatever reason. You should be aware of the laws that pertain to your gun.

If you own an airsoft gun in the United States know that you will have to paint the barrel of the gun orange. This will help law enforcement determine whether the gun is real or not. An average citizen probably will not know what the orange barrel means and can easily be mistaken for the real thing. So, when out in public it is best to have to in a case. For your child's safety, you should always lock up these guns the same way you would if the gun is real.

Although this is not a realistic gun, you will want to treat the gun like it is the real thing. You never point the gun at someone not in play. Never fire your gun closer then the recommended distance to another person. You will clean this gun the same way that would clean a real gun. Remember to only use silicone based products for cleaning and never petroleum based cleaning products.

One thing that you will need when playing in recreational war guns is a barrel bag. This bag is put over your barrel when the gun is not being used on the playing field. The bag will stop any rounds from hitting anyone should the gun accidently go off. There are also barrel condoms; however, they are not as safe or as effective as the barrel bag.

There are many different styles of games that can be played with airsoft guns. Basically, any type of military-style war games can be played with these guns. Because of the use of plastic pellets, all players are held to an honor system. Because there are not any telltale signs that someone has been hit, the players have to honest and call out when they are hit. You might think that people will not be honest and ruin the game, but the people that play are very dedicated to playing a hard but fair game.

There are four different types of guns for you to choose from. Spring, electric, gas and hybrid airsoft guns are the available varieties. If you are starting out in this sport, you might want to purchase a spring loaded gun first. They are often the cheapest and the easiest to operate. You will not have to worry about gas or battery power running out.

If you buy the gun style that is right for you and your capabilities then you are guaranteed to have a great time. These guns will definitely help you get that realistic feeling of real war games. - 31409

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