Articles related to airsoft, airsoft weapons etc.
How to Clean Your Airsoft Gun Barrel
01/13/2012 12:39
Over time, dirt starts to built up in an airsoft gun barrel, causing loss of FPS and accuracy. Cleaning your barrel helps your airsoft gun maintain good performance. Cleaning is easy, but takes a little time. Here's what you do:
1. Safety first. Move the selector...
How to Un-Jam an Airsoft Gun
01/13/2012 11:59
Most of us occassionally have the unfortunate experience of having our airsoft gun jam on us, so when this happens, how do we fix it?
1. Safety first. Put the selector switch on "safe" (removing the battery is also a good idea)
2. Remove the magazine.
3. Turn your hop-up all the...
Choosing the Right Weapon Accessories
09/05/2011 11:49
In the world of Airsoft, you can get just about any conceivable kind of attachment for your Airsoft gun; grenade launchers, fore-grips, scopes, red dot sights, lasers, flashlights, bipods, extra rails, PEQ boxes, slings, mag-pulls, flash-hiders, silencers, etc., etc., etc – but even though it may...
Replacing a Broken Trigger Post
02/05/2011 17:07
So, you're in the middle of an hot airsoft battle with bbs flying all around you, and suddenly, your gun stops shooting.
This was the prediciment I found myself one dark winter night. The result was that, for the remainder of the battle, I was running around with my gas pistol trying to hold my own...
Diagnosing AEG Airsoft Gun Issues
02/05/2011 15:25
Everyone experiences problems with their airsoft gun sometime; after all, it's a machine, and machines break down. But how do you tell what is wrong, and how to fix it? Well, although it isn't really possible to tell exactly what the problem is without disassembling the weapon, it is...
Things to Know Before Using Your Airsoft Gun
12/09/2010 15:08
1. Don't overcharge the battery - overcharging your battery can result in decreased battery life or a ruined battery. A 5-7 hour initial charge using the wall charger included with the gun will be sufficient. After the initial charge, charging the battery for 2-3 hours will probably...
How to: Airsoft Gun Maintenance
11/30/2010 16:07
5 steps to making your Airsoft gun last:
So you selected your airsoft gun, placed the order, got the goods, and fired off a few rounds; now what? Like anything with moving parts, there is going to be wear and tear in the product life cycle. how to you make your purchase last? It's easier than you...
What should I use to lube my airsoft gun?
11/11/2010 12:55
If you have been airsofting for any amount of time, you have probably heard of the debate on whether or not silicone oil is the only oil you should use to lubricate your airsoft weapon. I thought the article below was quite helpful on the subject.
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Airsoft Info: Terms, Definitions and Other Helpful Information
11/11/2010 12:53
TERMS & DEFINITIONS
ROF - Rate Of Fire
RPM - Rounds Per Minute
NOTE: Higher ROF/RPM means greater suppressive fire on full auto, but you also chew through ammo quickly
GEARBOX - The part of the airsoft gun where all the internals are housed. Click here for an animated...
How To: Make a custom G3 rail system
11/11/2010 12:52
Own a G3 and want a rail system for it but don't want to spend big bucks? Here's how to make your own!
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Supplies you will need:
M14 rail system
PVC Pipe – 10 & 7/8 inches long with an inside diameter of...