Choosing the right bullet ball's for your airsoftgun

by Justin Kander

As an airsoft player, it is imperative that you use some kind of ammunition. Most guns work with 6mm BBs, as that is the standard size for most airsoft guns. Although the size is relatively uniform, there are many other factors that distinguish BBs from one another.

Even though 6mm is the main size, another size that you may come across is an 8mm BB. However, not many guns are compatible with this latter type, which is why you should stick to only looking for the 6mm variety. The main factor that distinguishes airsoft BBs is the weight. The most common weights are .12g and .20g. Each weight has its own advantages and disadvantages.

The cheaper of the two weights is .12g, because not as much material is required to make it. The drawback to them is they are less accurate and cannot go as far as .20g BBs. Due to their stronger build, .20g BBs are inherently more accurate.

In order to utilize .20g BBs, you need to have a relatively durable airsoft gun. If you try to use these kinds of BBs with weak airsoft guns, they are likely to break after only a few games.

Although .12g and .20g are the most common weights, there are many additional weights that exist, including .25g, .44g, and even .80g. Practically, you would not want to go above .44g, and even that is only used for the most powerful of sniper rifles.

There are also special types of BBs out there, and these unique characteristics are independent of weight. For example, biogredable and tracer BBs are becoming more frequently used. Biodegradable ammunition is preferred because it is better for the environment, and tracers are used to be able to see where you are firing in the dark.

As you can see, you have many choices when it comes to purchasing BBs for airsoft. It is best to buy a lot of ammuntion at once, for two reasons. First, you save money when buying in bulk, and second, you save yourself the need to constantly repurchase BBs in the future.

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Airsoft Lubrication

One of the most commonly asked questions in reference to maintaining an airsoft electric gun (AEG) concerns airsoft lubrication. For the purpose of this discussion we will focus on three common areas of an airsoft gun that need lubrication. The three airsoft lubrication areas are: Barrel & Hop Up, Gearbox, and external parts.

Barrel and Hop Up:This is the part of the gun that needs frequent airsoft lubrication. BBs moving through the hop up and out the barrel produce wear, requiring periodic airsoft gun lubrication. The rule of thumb for lubrication of the hop up and barrel is once every 4000-5000 airsoft rounds. Additionally, if your airsoft gun has been in storage for 6 months or more, you’ll want to lubricate it as the airsoft hop up rubber dries out during long periods of non-use.

How to lubricate the barrel and hop up:The key here is lubricating sparingly; a little airsoft lubricant goes a long way. Using silicone airsoft ubricant (see airsoft lubricant discussion below), spray a quick, 1-second burst down the barrel and a quick burst into the BB feed point. Wipe up any excess. Allow it to penetrate for a few minutes and then fire a few BB to blow the excess out the barrel. It’s worth noting that the first 100 or so airsoft rounds you fire after silicone lubrication will be very inaccurate. This is due to the excess airsoft lubricant clinging to the BBs and causing variations to weight and airflow.

Gearbox:This it probably the most difficult airsoft lubrication task, because it involves opening up the complex gearbox. If you are not comfortable with airsoft gearbox maintenance take your gun to your local airsoft service center. As a rule of thumb you should lubricate your gearbox before using it for the first time. Airsoft manufacturers tend to use too much grease when building their gearboxes. It is a good practice to clean out that excess grease and lube it properly. Future airsoft lubrication of the gearbox should be once every 30,000-40,000 BBs. Don’t wait until your gearbox starts making noise or performance fails as that is a sign that gearbox damage may have happened already.

How to lubricate the Airsoft Gearbox:You’ll have to tear down your airsoft gun and disassemble the gear box to do this. Airsoft lubricants required are silicone Gel and white lithium grease. A good number of tutorials can be found by doing a goggle search for “airsoft gearbox lubrication”. You’ll find both videos and picture guided tutorials. Refer to those references for a how to guide. Just make sure you remove all the old grease and dirt before lubricating your airsoft gearbox. Also, make sure you do not use too much grease; it attracts dirt which causes excessive friction and heat (both damaging to moving parts).

External parts:Most Airsoft Electric Guns have a number of external moving parts that need cleaning and lubrication. A good list of external parts is: folding stock hinges, M4 dust cover hinges, site adjustment points, and any other moving parts. The best rule of thumb is to clean and lubricate these points after every skirmish. Dirt is your enemy here.

How to lubricate external airsoft parts:A small tooth brush, a rag, canned air and airsoft silicone lubricant are all you’ll need to do this. Clean the moving part lightly with a tooth brush to loosen dirt and debris. Use the canned air to blow away the debris and dirt. Use the rag to wipe up any excess debris or moisture. Using airsoft safe lubricant, spray a small amount on the moving part, hinge, spring, etc. Wipe up any excess.

Airsoft Silicone Lubricant

This is the single most important item for safe and effective airsoft lubrication. Only use pure silicone labeled for use on airsoft guns. Airsoft safe lubricants use non-petroleum based, inert propellants that will not harm the rubber and plastic parts on your airsoft gun. Most of the silicone lubricants you get from the hardware store contain petroleum products or Hexane as a propellant. These compounds will eat the rubber on your hop up and can stain or weaken the plastic parts on your airsoft gun. Never use WD-40 or similar products. Your gun will quickly become junk from the compounds in these products if you use them. Check with your airsoft dealer for the airsoft safe lubrication they carry or recommend.

Airsoft guns, like any mechanical device are prone to heat and friction which cause wear. While you cannot prevent eventual failure of mechanical devices over time, you can take steps to reduce wear and get the most life out of your airsoft gun as possible. A proper maintenance program that includes regular airsoft lubrication is the key to getting the most out of your airsoft gun.

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Choosing your Weapon

Airsoft has officially replaced paintball as the “it” game these days. For those who are hearing the term for the first time, airsoft is a type of war game that is played in a wooded area similar to a paintball course, however instead of shooting paint, an airsoft gun projects small plastic or rubber pellets that create a mild but distinguishable physical impact. The gun you use to play the game is a major part of your experience, and selecting the perfect model for you is key to enjoying your time on the airsoft field. Read on to learn what you should consider when shopping for your ultimate game weapon!

The first thing to think about is where you are planning to use your airsoft guns or airsoft pistols. Aside from regulation game play, your airsoft gun could be used primarily for game training or shooting practice. The distinguishing factor between most types of guns is the reload time, and therefore determining where you are planning to use the gun the most will help you select the ideal gun for you.

Some guns, such as low-powered sniper rifles or shotguns, have a slower reload time than the assault rifles or support weapons, making them better suited for practice environments than games. Also, it should be noted that these slower reload guns are great choices for individuals new to the game as it allows them to learn on a weapon that doesn’t have an extreme kickback or overwhelming automatic shot power.

Once you have identified your gun’s purpose, you need to consider what type of loading energy works best for you. The choices have typically included gas, spring load, or electric, however now some companies are coming out with hybrid models that incorporate various aspects of these three systems. Gas shots are the classic form of propulsion for airsoft guns, and also one of the most powerful shot sources. They work by using compressed carbon dioxide from a tank attached to the weapon and can shoot continuously until the tank is expended, making them great for game play. The pressure of the gas can also be regulated to increase the speed of fire depending on the pace of play. A spring load airsoft gun is a single-shot weapon, which means you can only fire one shot at a time before you need to manually reload the gun by cocking the spring, making this type of gun better for practice or sniper work in a game scenario.

Electric guns use either an electric motor or battery to power the propulsion of pellets and come in three distinct varieties: low power, medium power, and automatic power. Automatic power provides the fastest shot rate and is considered to be an ideal game weapon. However, low-power weapons have such a minimal output and slow reload time that there are spring load guns that outpace them. Therefore, a low-powered electric airsoft gun is a better training and target practice weapon.

The distinction of loading style is just one of the most basic things to consider when looking for a new airsoft gun, and it is also one of the most important. While other features like scopes, handling, design and brand names all come into play eventually, they don’t mean anything if you are working with the wrong gun type for your needs. Airsoft is a challenging, exciting, and fun game that requires skill, and just like any skill the tool used to work is vital to your success. Don’t underestimate the power of the right airsoft gun!

Airsoft Skirmish

A successful and entertaining airsoft skirmish requires pre-planning. The first step in pre-planning an airsoft skirmish involves determining what type of airsoft skirmish you want to engage in. Let’s focus on two popular types of airsoft skirmishes, Head-to-Head and Objective oriented games. Head-to-head involves two or more teams trying to eliminate one another. Objective style is a "capture the flag" airsoft engagement requiring your team to follow through with a mission.

Head-to-Head In head-to-head airsoft skirmishes you usually have 2 teams of opposing forces. Each team will attempt to eliminate the other in various airsoft skirmish scenarios. Some examples of head-to-head are:

1. Patrol based - One team has to move through an area looking for the opposing team. This is a search and destroy mission which involves ambush, tracking and unit movement skills. The area can be designated as enemy territory with booby traps and ambush sites opposing forces will encounter along the way. Patrol based usually requires a large area of wooded land to be effective. Airsoft MOUT (Military Operation in Urban Terrain) sites have also become popular for patrol based airsoft skirmishes. The difference here is the patrol and fighting occurs in mock towns and villages.
2. Front Line Airsoft Skirmishes - This is true head-to-head airsoft combat. Usually two teams control equal parts of the playing field. The goal of this airsoft skirmish is a full frontal assault where both teams try to eliminate the other.

Objective Style

In Objective style airsoft skirmishes you usually have an objective to complete, while the other team tries to prevent your mission accomplishment. These are very goal oriented airsoft skirmishes, and during airsoft competitions are usually timed or scored events. Some examples of Objective style are:

1. Hostage rescue - usually an indoor Close Quarters Battle (CQB) style airsoft skirmish. This involves one team trying to find and safely rescue a hostage, while the opposing teams tries to keep their hostage or even eliminate the hostage if the airsoft skirmish doesn’t go their way.
2. Capture the flag - a classic objective style airsoft skirmish. One team defends their base, while the other team tries to capture it. This is probably the most popular style of airsoft skirmish today.
3. Downed pilot or Treasure hunt - a pilot or valuable object is placed at a random spot on the airsoft skirmish field. Opposing teams try to find and secure the target. This a fun variation of capture the flag, as both teams are on the hunt and random airsoft skirmishes are bound to pop up as they encounter each other on the hunt.