Airsoft Guns Vs Paintball – Differences and Regulations
IC asked:
Airsoft guns, also known as soft air guns and are usually powered by a mechanism which uses a combination of electric power, spring contraptions or gas. These are guns that shoot small plastic pellets, typically six to eight millimeters around, though there is some debate as to whether the spring powered weapons are actually air guns at all. Some of these airsoft guns are used for playing airsoft which was developed mainly in Asia since firearms were illegal, airsoft is sort of like paintball except that airsoft is usually done in a military action simulation with clear objectives and not a last player standing wins kind of game (the later one would be paintball).
Paintball and airsoft weapons can be used for different types of contests, however in America, paintball weapons are preferred because they don’t resemble actual weapons as much as the airsoft models do.
Airsoft guns were designed to resemble the original models as much as possible, therefore there are several factors you must consider before purchasing one of these replicas. First, there are a couple of factors which are often considered selling points by those dealing with these type of weapons, these are power and precision. Some sellers promise power but precision is just as important. some of the specifications you might want to look at are the speed per second that the gun is able to shoot at and just how fast are the pallets fired from the gun. If the specifications include a comment such as “it can be used indoors” then the quality might not be as good as you want it to be, at the same time you will want to get an airsoft gun which can be used at a closed range without giving you any problem.
Moreover, you should consider local and state laws about firearms. Airsoft guns are not considered firearms but you absolutely must do some research to make sure your state doesn’t define “Airsoft guns” as a dangerous weapon. You will also want to double check that your barrel has an orange tip which is the mark that separates Airsoft replicas from actual guns, remember that they are designed as replicas of the original so removing this orange tip would actually be illegal. If you remove this orange tip, a police officer may think you are carrying an actual gun and things could get ugly, so for your own safety, operate these replicas away from public areas, wear protective equipment at all times (face masks, chest and neck protectors, shin and knee protectors and barrel plugs) and DO NOT remove the orange tip, this is to comply with safety procedures and federal regulations.
Remember to keep these valuable replicas away from the reach of children and operate them in designated areas to avoid any problem.
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Airsoft guns, also known as soft air guns and are usually powered by a mechanism which uses a combination of electric power, spring contraptions or gas. These are guns that shoot small plastic pellets, typically six to eight millimeters around, though there is some debate as to whether the spring powered weapons are actually air guns at all. Some of these airsoft guns are used for playing airsoft which was developed mainly in Asia since firearms were illegal, airsoft is sort of like paintball except that airsoft is usually done in a military action simulation with clear objectives and not a last player standing wins kind of game (the later one would be paintball).
Paintball and airsoft weapons can be used for different types of contests, however in America, paintball weapons are preferred because they don’t resemble actual weapons as much as the airsoft models do.
Airsoft guns were designed to resemble the original models as much as possible, therefore there are several factors you must consider before purchasing one of these replicas. First, there are a couple of factors which are often considered selling points by those dealing with these type of weapons, these are power and precision. Some sellers promise power but precision is just as important. some of the specifications you might want to look at are the speed per second that the gun is able to shoot at and just how fast are the pallets fired from the gun. If the specifications include a comment such as “it can be used indoors” then the quality might not be as good as you want it to be, at the same time you will want to get an airsoft gun which can be used at a closed range without giving you any problem.
Moreover, you should consider local and state laws about firearms. Airsoft guns are not considered firearms but you absolutely must do some research to make sure your state doesn’t define “Airsoft guns” as a dangerous weapon. You will also want to double check that your barrel has an orange tip which is the mark that separates Airsoft replicas from actual guns, remember that they are designed as replicas of the original so removing this orange tip would actually be illegal. If you remove this orange tip, a police officer may think you are carrying an actual gun and things could get ugly, so for your own safety, operate these replicas away from public areas, wear protective equipment at all times (face masks, chest and neck protectors, shin and knee protectors and barrel plugs) and DO NOT remove the orange tip, this is to comply with safety procedures and federal regulations.
Remember to keep these valuable replicas away from the reach of children and operate them in designated areas to avoid any problem.
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Keep it safe and don’t eat those paintballs – 10 Essential Paintball Safety Tips
Mark Etinger asked:
The fact that Paintball involves a gun – doesn’t automatically turn it into a dangerous sport. Not at all. Horseback riding can be much more risky. Heck, even playing Scrabble at home can be more dangerous than Paintball, especially if you go for a word that has more than 10 letters in it. People tend to think that Paintball is dangerous because it seems like a violent sport. But Paintball has everything a fine sport should have, whether it’s physical activity, strategy or healthy competition – Paintball really sticks out.
Paintball can be dangerous at times, but only if a player will not follow the basic safety rules. So before playing Paintball, the next safety instructions should be taken into serious consideration.
Respect the Game. A baseball bat can send balls out of the field, but it can also knock off mailboxes. Paintball guns should be used for only one thing – playing Paintball. Never shoot Paintball guns at home or at your friends. Don’t use the guns except for practice or while playing. Do not even think about shooting or practicing on animals. It’s dangerous, illegal and really not funny. You want even make it on youtube. Play only in designated areas and avoid practicing around population. If you play outside an organized Paintball field, find a secluded field or forest and make sure that no one that shouldn’t be there is around. Protect Yourself – Wear a helmet at all times. Even if it seems that Paintball doesn’t really hurt your body, a direct hit can pop your eye out. Oh, and your dad’s safety goggles that you found in the garage – are not suitable for Paintball. Protect your throat and ears most, but wearing heavier clothes is also preferred. Replace your gear – if you find a ***** in the mask, don’t use it. Never use a damaged CO2 tank as well. Paintball is a sport! Treat it that way. Starch before you play and drink a lot of water. Don’t engage in any unsportsmanlike activity. Be fair to yourself and to your friends and don’t fool around. “I didn’t think my gun is loaded” isn’t good enough! Never aim at anybody for fun, even if you think your gun is not loaded. When you finish playing, empty the gun and turn the safety switch on. Have someone in charge. Appoint a referee and give him a whistle. He should be the only one who can start the game and the one to end it, especially if something wrong happens. Make sure that your marker does not exceed the 300 fps limit. Setting the gun to shoot in higher speeds can be very dangerous to other players. Don’t be a private gun manufacturer. Don’t turn your vacuum cleaner into a marker. Don’t make your own paintballs and don’t even think about using frozen Paintballs. Don’t try to fix your own gun as well. If you have trouble with the air pressure, have an expert take a look at it. The air system can be dangerous to you and your friends. Never shoot anyone at close range! This one was picked at a Paintball forum – Don’t eat the paintballs. Yes, it sounds ridiculous, but forget the fact that they are dangerous to your body – they also taste awful and the red ones are not strawberry flavored!
If you need to gear up and stock yourself with important Paintball accessories, check out www.choicepaintballguns.com. You’ll find the perfect safety accessories and upgrades for your current paintball gun, as well as kits, supplies, ammo and lots of fun products – all sold at affordable prices. Remember to be the best Paintballer out there, and be a responsible one.
Resource Box: Whether you’re into competition Speedball or tactical Woodsball, ChoicePaintballGuns.com offers the best paintball guns at affordable prices. Thousands of cheap paintball guns are available from the most popular brand names as well as custom paintball gun upgrades, kits, supplies, ammo and accessories.
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The fact that Paintball involves a gun – doesn’t automatically turn it into a dangerous sport. Not at all. Horseback riding can be much more risky. Heck, even playing Scrabble at home can be more dangerous than Paintball, especially if you go for a word that has more than 10 letters in it. People tend to think that Paintball is dangerous because it seems like a violent sport. But Paintball has everything a fine sport should have, whether it’s physical activity, strategy or healthy competition – Paintball really sticks out.
Paintball can be dangerous at times, but only if a player will not follow the basic safety rules. So before playing Paintball, the next safety instructions should be taken into serious consideration.
Respect the Game. A baseball bat can send balls out of the field, but it can also knock off mailboxes. Paintball guns should be used for only one thing – playing Paintball. Never shoot Paintball guns at home or at your friends. Don’t use the guns except for practice or while playing. Do not even think about shooting or practicing on animals. It’s dangerous, illegal and really not funny. You want even make it on youtube. Play only in designated areas and avoid practicing around population. If you play outside an organized Paintball field, find a secluded field or forest and make sure that no one that shouldn’t be there is around. Protect Yourself – Wear a helmet at all times. Even if it seems that Paintball doesn’t really hurt your body, a direct hit can pop your eye out. Oh, and your dad’s safety goggles that you found in the garage – are not suitable for Paintball. Protect your throat and ears most, but wearing heavier clothes is also preferred. Replace your gear – if you find a ***** in the mask, don’t use it. Never use a damaged CO2 tank as well. Paintball is a sport! Treat it that way. Starch before you play and drink a lot of water. Don’t engage in any unsportsmanlike activity. Be fair to yourself and to your friends and don’t fool around. “I didn’t think my gun is loaded” isn’t good enough! Never aim at anybody for fun, even if you think your gun is not loaded. When you finish playing, empty the gun and turn the safety switch on. Have someone in charge. Appoint a referee and give him a whistle. He should be the only one who can start the game and the one to end it, especially if something wrong happens. Make sure that your marker does not exceed the 300 fps limit. Setting the gun to shoot in higher speeds can be very dangerous to other players. Don’t be a private gun manufacturer. Don’t turn your vacuum cleaner into a marker. Don’t make your own paintballs and don’t even think about using frozen Paintballs. Don’t try to fix your own gun as well. If you have trouble with the air pressure, have an expert take a look at it. The air system can be dangerous to you and your friends. Never shoot anyone at close range! This one was picked at a Paintball forum – Don’t eat the paintballs. Yes, it sounds ridiculous, but forget the fact that they are dangerous to your body – they also taste awful and the red ones are not strawberry flavored!
If you need to gear up and stock yourself with important Paintball accessories, check out www.choicepaintballguns.com. You’ll find the perfect safety accessories and upgrades for your current paintball gun, as well as kits, supplies, ammo and lots of fun products – all sold at affordable prices. Remember to be the best Paintballer out there, and be a responsible one.
Resource Box: Whether you’re into competition Speedball or tactical Woodsball, ChoicePaintballGuns.com offers the best paintball guns at affordable prices. Thousands of cheap paintball guns are available from the most popular brand names as well as custom paintball gun upgrades, kits, supplies, ammo and accessories.
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The Parts Of A Paintball Gun
Chris Abro asked:
It is important to know the different parts involved in the makeup of a paintball gun. The different elements are crucial to the successful working of your marker, and beginners will often be confused when receiving instructions because of their lack of knowledge of what the basic parts are. Knowing the parts of your paintball gun will also help you have a better idea of what you should be looking at when it is time to clean or upgrade your marker.
The body of the marker is the largest part of the gun. The body refers to the area of the gun that incorporates the trigger frame, the valve, and the bolt. All of these pieces can be detached from each other in order to incorporate new equipment, but only experts on their guns should attempt this. Makers of paintball guns have a fairly standard approach when it comes to the body of the gun, with the main difference being in the placement of the trigger and the barrel. Pushing the trigger frame forward shifts the balance of the gun and thus makes it easier to handle with one hand. It will also cause the body to have a lower profile, which is crucial when players are involved in games where hopper hits count towards elimination. The difference is plain when newbies and pros are present in the field, as the rental guns provided by most outfits have huge and bulky bodies that present a lot of hit potential.
The hopper is the part of the gun that holds the rounds of paint. No matter how high end, manufacturers have not perfected a hopper which prevents balls from breaking in containment. These breaks will often lead to jams of the feeding mechanisms and the gun itself, which in turn may cause more balls to break. Gravity-feed hoppers are especially prone to ball breakage while still in the hopper because of their jamming problems. Aside from gravity-feed, there are also agitation hoppers, force feed hoppers, and stick feed hoppers.
The tank is the part of the gun which contains the type of gas that propels the ball forward down and out of the gun’s barrel. Markers use either CO2 gas or high pressure air as propulsion material. The CO2 gas is the original, but HPA is preferred as it is more reliable than CO2 and does not require an evaporation system in order to fire.
Finally, the barrel of the marker is what the ball travels down when the trigger is compressed. The barrel is responsible for the speed and the accuracy, as well as the distance, at which a ball travels, and is thus arguably the single most important component of the gun. Longer barrels will fire quieter than shorter models, but a marker owner should remember that no matter what length of barrel, the paintball can only travel a set distance in order to break. While really long barrels may look intimidating and offer better accuracy, they also are prone to be ineffective since they require a larger burst of air to propel the ball faster to make up the distance within the barrel itself.
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It is important to know the different parts involved in the makeup of a paintball gun. The different elements are crucial to the successful working of your marker, and beginners will often be confused when receiving instructions because of their lack of knowledge of what the basic parts are. Knowing the parts of your paintball gun will also help you have a better idea of what you should be looking at when it is time to clean or upgrade your marker.
The body of the marker is the largest part of the gun. The body refers to the area of the gun that incorporates the trigger frame, the valve, and the bolt. All of these pieces can be detached from each other in order to incorporate new equipment, but only experts on their guns should attempt this. Makers of paintball guns have a fairly standard approach when it comes to the body of the gun, with the main difference being in the placement of the trigger and the barrel. Pushing the trigger frame forward shifts the balance of the gun and thus makes it easier to handle with one hand. It will also cause the body to have a lower profile, which is crucial when players are involved in games where hopper hits count towards elimination. The difference is plain when newbies and pros are present in the field, as the rental guns provided by most outfits have huge and bulky bodies that present a lot of hit potential.
The hopper is the part of the gun that holds the rounds of paint. No matter how high end, manufacturers have not perfected a hopper which prevents balls from breaking in containment. These breaks will often lead to jams of the feeding mechanisms and the gun itself, which in turn may cause more balls to break. Gravity-feed hoppers are especially prone to ball breakage while still in the hopper because of their jamming problems. Aside from gravity-feed, there are also agitation hoppers, force feed hoppers, and stick feed hoppers.
The tank is the part of the gun which contains the type of gas that propels the ball forward down and out of the gun’s barrel. Markers use either CO2 gas or high pressure air as propulsion material. The CO2 gas is the original, but HPA is preferred as it is more reliable than CO2 and does not require an evaporation system in order to fire.
Finally, the barrel of the marker is what the ball travels down when the trigger is compressed. The barrel is responsible for the speed and the accuracy, as well as the distance, at which a ball travels, and is thus arguably the single most important component of the gun. Longer barrels will fire quieter than shorter models, but a marker owner should remember that no matter what length of barrel, the paintball can only travel a set distance in order to break. While really long barrels may look intimidating and offer better accuracy, they also are prone to be ineffective since they require a larger burst of air to propel the ball faster to make up the distance within the barrel itself.
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3 Paintball Skill To Master
Chris Abro asked:
Paintball has consistently prevailed as the fourth major unconventional sport in the U.S. In fact, statistical reports say that there are almost 12 million paintball players worldwide with 104 countries participating in various paintball competitions. This shows that more and more people are enticed to play this game.
However, it does not necessarily mean that the game is easy. Most of the players contend that they have experienced many trials, hardships, failures, and defeat before they were able to master the game.
Experts insist that playing paintball, just like the other kinds of sport, needs some skills in order to win the game. These skills are the primary tools that every paintball player must try to learn. Once they have mastered these skills, winning the game is relatively simple.
The 3 Skills:
1. Basic stance
The problem with most players is that they tend to face the bunker whenever they are standing next to it. This is such a difficult stance because it will give the player inadequate balance and a time-consuming response.
The best way is to stand behind the bunker with the foot that is opposite with the paintball marker or gun in lead. For instance, if a player holds the marker with the right hand, the left foot should be in lead.
2. Trick shot
It is important for every paintball player to know the psychological aspect of the game. This means that the player must know how to think and act appropriately according to the possible actions of the other players.
Therefore, fire some “trick shots” in an area where the other player is probably hiding. It does not necessarily mean that firing too many shots creates advantage. The object of this skill is to create a ploy that will instigate the player to respond in return if ever he is really in that area.
3. Run and Shoot and Run
Like any person in a battle, it is best to master this type of skill in order to achieve the best action and win.
The problem with most players is that they continue to hide thinking that they can win because they remain invisible to their opponents. The point is that a player can never win if he does not try to eliminate his opponents.
Mastering this skill will definitely give every player an edge over the others.
In every activity, there is an equal skill to master. Mastery of these skills will ensure that the player can win the game.
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Paintball has consistently prevailed as the fourth major unconventional sport in the U.S. In fact, statistical reports say that there are almost 12 million paintball players worldwide with 104 countries participating in various paintball competitions. This shows that more and more people are enticed to play this game.
However, it does not necessarily mean that the game is easy. Most of the players contend that they have experienced many trials, hardships, failures, and defeat before they were able to master the game.
Experts insist that playing paintball, just like the other kinds of sport, needs some skills in order to win the game. These skills are the primary tools that every paintball player must try to learn. Once they have mastered these skills, winning the game is relatively simple.
The 3 Skills:
1. Basic stance
The problem with most players is that they tend to face the bunker whenever they are standing next to it. This is such a difficult stance because it will give the player inadequate balance and a time-consuming response.
The best way is to stand behind the bunker with the foot that is opposite with the paintball marker or gun in lead. For instance, if a player holds the marker with the right hand, the left foot should be in lead.
2. Trick shot
It is important for every paintball player to know the psychological aspect of the game. This means that the player must know how to think and act appropriately according to the possible actions of the other players.
Therefore, fire some “trick shots” in an area where the other player is probably hiding. It does not necessarily mean that firing too many shots creates advantage. The object of this skill is to create a ploy that will instigate the player to respond in return if ever he is really in that area.
3. Run and Shoot and Run
Like any person in a battle, it is best to master this type of skill in order to achieve the best action and win.
The problem with most players is that they continue to hide thinking that they can win because they remain invisible to their opponents. The point is that a player can never win if he does not try to eliminate his opponents.
Mastering this skill will definitely give every player an edge over the others.
In every activity, there is an equal skill to master. Mastery of these skills will ensure that the player can win the game.
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What’s the difference between Speedball and Woodsball? And what the heck is Scenario Paintball?
Mark Etinger asked:
There are basically two ways to Paintball. One is Speedball and the other is Woodsball. Didn’t know that? Starting to get that Paintball addiction? Well it’s time for you to learn a thing or two.
Speedball and Woodsbal are two special variants of paintball. If you’re just an amateur paintballer, you’ve probably used those commercial paintball parks, the parks that charge you loads of money and let you fool around like a little child.
Then there’s us, paintballers who think paintball should be played in the wild. We pick our own teams and create our own rules. We’re the Woodsballers.
Woodsball is the real deal. It’s called woodsball because, Mr. Sherlock, we play it in the woods. There are no fences, no limits, you can be in the game or run home for your mommy. We use the outdoors, relay on nature, the woods are bunkers and rocks are hideouts. All you need is a gun, some paintballs and probably a couple of your paintballing friends. Want to get in? Try these possible games and scenarios:
• Elimination – As sweet and simple as it sounds. Kill everybody. By yourself or with a team. Only the strong survive.
• Capture the Flag – If you’re looking for some tactics, try CTF. Use flag stations and collect more flags, or have just one flag for each team and claim it for victory.
• Assault! Get yourselves into two teams. Let one team protect their territory and let the other charge. The attackers should try to eliminate their opponents or take hold of their territory.
Then there’s Speedball. This form of paintball was created mostly for professional competitive paintball and provides a standard field and better viewing possibilities. If you thought that paintball is just for fun, some professional speedballers would probably disagree – speedball turned into a real competitive sport, with teams, coaches, uniforms, merchandizing, sponsorships and the whole shebang.
In speedball, there are between 2 to 10 players in a team. The professional speedballers use smaller guns, because speedball tends to be, well, speedy. Also, the small size of the field makes it hard to camouflage yourself, and there has to be rapid movement and constant communication between the team members.
Scenario Paintball is basically a couple of paintballers who really want to fight in Vietnam. Or on the Enterprise ship. Or just add any theme to their game of paintball. Most of the scenario paintball games are played large-scale with huge crowds and themes like D-Day.
If you’re into starting your own team of woodballers or even a professional team of speedballing, it is always recommended to carry the best and safest equipment. So before you go on battle, go online to www.choicepaintballguns.com and check out some discounted paint ball guns. At www.choicepainballguns.com you can get the accuracy you’re looking for, faster fire power, the perfect upgrades for your current paintball gun, as well as kits, supplies, ammo and lots of fun accessories – all sold at discount prices. We can help you take your paintball game into the next level.
Whether you’re into competition Speedball or tactical Woodsball, www.ChoicePaintballGuns.com offers the best paintball guns at affordable prices.
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There are basically two ways to Paintball. One is Speedball and the other is Woodsball. Didn’t know that? Starting to get that Paintball addiction? Well it’s time for you to learn a thing or two.
Speedball and Woodsbal are two special variants of paintball. If you’re just an amateur paintballer, you’ve probably used those commercial paintball parks, the parks that charge you loads of money and let you fool around like a little child.
Then there’s us, paintballers who think paintball should be played in the wild. We pick our own teams and create our own rules. We’re the Woodsballers.
Woodsball is the real deal. It’s called woodsball because, Mr. Sherlock, we play it in the woods. There are no fences, no limits, you can be in the game or run home for your mommy. We use the outdoors, relay on nature, the woods are bunkers and rocks are hideouts. All you need is a gun, some paintballs and probably a couple of your paintballing friends. Want to get in? Try these possible games and scenarios:
• Elimination – As sweet and simple as it sounds. Kill everybody. By yourself or with a team. Only the strong survive.
• Capture the Flag – If you’re looking for some tactics, try CTF. Use flag stations and collect more flags, or have just one flag for each team and claim it for victory.
• Assault! Get yourselves into two teams. Let one team protect their territory and let the other charge. The attackers should try to eliminate their opponents or take hold of their territory.
Then there’s Speedball. This form of paintball was created mostly for professional competitive paintball and provides a standard field and better viewing possibilities. If you thought that paintball is just for fun, some professional speedballers would probably disagree – speedball turned into a real competitive sport, with teams, coaches, uniforms, merchandizing, sponsorships and the whole shebang.
In speedball, there are between 2 to 10 players in a team. The professional speedballers use smaller guns, because speedball tends to be, well, speedy. Also, the small size of the field makes it hard to camouflage yourself, and there has to be rapid movement and constant communication between the team members.
Scenario Paintball is basically a couple of paintballers who really want to fight in Vietnam. Or on the Enterprise ship. Or just add any theme to their game of paintball. Most of the scenario paintball games are played large-scale with huge crowds and themes like D-Day.
If you’re into starting your own team of woodballers or even a professional team of speedballing, it is always recommended to carry the best and safest equipment. So before you go on battle, go online to www.choicepaintballguns.com and check out some discounted paint ball guns. At www.choicepainballguns.com you can get the accuracy you’re looking for, faster fire power, the perfect upgrades for your current paintball gun, as well as kits, supplies, ammo and lots of fun accessories – all sold at discount prices. We can help you take your paintball game into the next level.
Whether you’re into competition Speedball or tactical Woodsball, www.ChoicePaintballGuns.com offers the best paintball guns at affordable prices.
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