AIRSOFT RIFLES

There are 3 basic types of Airsoft guns; "Springers" single shot spring powered guns (usually pistols), gas powered guns (usually pistols) which are powered by a compressed gas filled magazine, and AEGs (Automatic Electric Guns) which are powered by batteries. AEGs are realistic replicas of past and present military weapons. AEGs usually have 2 modes of fire, semi-auto and full auto. They are magazine fed, with magazine capacity ranging from around 70 rounds for a "low-cap," to around 160 rounds for a "mid-cap," and 400 rounds or more for "hi-cap" mags.

Airsoft BBs come in different weights from .12gr on the low end to over .40gr on the high end, with .20-.25 being the most common. For outdoor games players generally use .23s and .25s BBs for the best accuracy as they are less affected by wind.

The BBs also come in different grades; "standard" grade and "precision" grade BBs. Standard grade are used in lower-end guns and do not provide the accuracy of precision grade BBs because they are not perfectly round. Standard grade BBs also tend to jam in “tight-bore” barrels in high end Airsoft guns.

Other suggested accessories for Airsoft players are: 2-way radios, ammo pouches, combat boots, knee pads, hand protection, cantina, handkerchief, camel-back water system, pen and paper (to record game scores or other information.) Players are allowed to carry as much gear as they can safely handle on the field.

Tactical vest are also common for most Airsoft players to have. These vest help players carry all their gear, extra ammo, water, and they help protect the chest against the BB hits.

AIRSOFT MASK

Airsoft players are required to wear full face mask on any of the Giant Airsoft playing fields. “Mesh” or “Screen” masks are not allow because of the potential of the BBs shattering and passing though the screen to the eyes. Shop glasses, firing glasses or sunglass style eye protection are not allowed on Giant Airsoft fields either. The best source for an approved Airsoft mask would be a paintball rated mask.

Airsoft players may play on fields within firing distants of paintballs so it is required of airsoft players to have face protection that is suitible for both sports in case an Airsoft player is hit by a paintball.