Airsoft Mania
Airsoft guns serve a unique niche of our population that enjoys the thrill of realistic combat without the rather permanent effects of actually being killed! Another "realistic" combat scenario is the paintball world, but we'll talk about that another time.
So what is airsoft? Well, imagine extremely realistic reproductions of real and Hollywood-style guns that actually fire a bb at you.....but the bb is made of plastic, is 6mm in size, and simply serves to let you know you've been hit with a minimum of effect upon the target. Hefting a gun that appears real, gives the shooter feedback when fired, and allows you to enjoy the fantasy of being in real combat is what airsoft is all about.
Airgun Depot has a nice selection of airsoft guns, so let's take a look at what is available:
Want to shoot an airsoft replica of the classic Thompson Submachine Gun? Here you go!
Relive the exploits of WWII combat soldiers who used the Thompson M1A1 to repel the Nazis and Japanese. It will actually fire semi AND full auto!
From a different era of our military history comes this Vietnam-era look alike air soft rifle that resembles the classic M16. It even has a licensed Armalite logo on it!
Here's your AK-47 look-alike for the fans of the Kalashnikov. The Cold War era rifle saw incredible use with the Eastern Bloc countries, and now this airsoft version allows you to arm yourself with as realistic a copy as you could imagine!
This M700 look-alike gives you all the realism you need for sniper-style combat scenarios, with a range of 200-250 ft. It even has two picatinny rails on it, one for the scope and mounts (not included) and another on the forearm for the bipod which is included.
Airsoft has some very dedicated manufacturers, some of which you may recognize. Just take a look at the list of companies making airsoft products.
Olympic Arms, Special Weapons and ICS
If you want to play spy, soldier, police officer, gangster, or any other fantasy shooting figure, Airgun Depot can outfit you with some great gear.
