On Selecting Airsoft Equipment…

 

Whatever your reasons for wanting to purchase Airsoft equipment, whether it is for gaming purposes or as a departmental (law enforcement) or personal self defense training aid, there are several factors to consider in making one’s selection: 

  1. Durability – Does the Airsoft weapon that you wish to purchase meet your standards for durability?  That is to say, is it tough enough to withstand the rigors of your chosen activity?  This is a large factor when it comes to self defense or law enforcement training as often there is actual force-on-force activity involved which, could result in damage to your equipment. 
  2. Maintenance – Is your chosen Airsoft model easily maintained?  Is there a need for specialist lubricants, tools or equipment or, can normal maintenance tasks be carried out using ordinary household tools.  In the event that your Airsoft weapon becomes damaged, can your chosen model be easily repaired?  Is there a readily available supply of spare parts?  Can the item be repaired easily or is there a need for a qualified “Air-Smith”? 
  3. Cost – There are a great many choices available in the Airsoft market ranging from lower cost, usually in the $140-$280 range, to higher-end models costing from $500 - $1,000 or more. 
  4. Modification – Can your Airsoft model of choice be easily modified if required?  Are the parts required, readily available?  If used for training purposes, and the Airsoft model’s real weapon counterpart has weapon lights, modular weapon sights, lasers or other rail mounted accessories, do “Airsoft” versions exists for your choice of model?  Are those models functioning like the real thing or are they just purely cosmetic?  Are they readily mounted to the base model Airsoft weapon or, are modifications such as the addition of rail systems required?  
  5. Realism – If selecting Airsoft weaponry for self defense or law enforcement type training, does the model that you wish to select closely match the operation of the real article?  That is to say, are features such as safety catches, charging handles/cocking mechanisms, magazine releases, slide releases and de-cockers in the same position and, do they operate in the same manner as that of their real counterparts?
 

These are all very important factors to consider when selecting your Airsoft equipment. 

Spy Ops has been an Airsoft dealer for over a decade and, with the largest Airsoft equipment selection available, and the professional, experienced staff to assist you, there is simply no better place to research or purchase your Airsoft equipment. 

Coming soon in our next article – Airsoft Maintenance and Repair….