FAQs

Frequently asked questions

Frequently asked questions (FAQ) or Questions and Answers (Q&A)

The history of airsoft originated in Japan during the mid-1970s, mainly because it was illegal to own firearms by private individuals. The first airsoft guns available were spring-powered replicas of firearms that fired 6mm, plastic pellets or BBs. Soon after the Airsoft Gun then became available all over the world.

Airsoft as a recreational sport followed almost immediately with the release of the guns. Airsoft Games are similar to Paintball Games. Airsoft Guns projects 6mm Plastic BBs. Airsoft is designed for use in a certified or regulated sporting events and competitions. Airsoft Guns are also used in military or civil defense activities as well as theatrical productions and movies.

Airsoft Guns are not BB Guns or Paintball Guns. Airsoft Guns do not shoot at dangerous speeds and impact like BB Guns. Airsoft gained their popularity over Paintball because it’s a more affordable sport, Airsoft Guns look better than Paintball Guns, and are more practical.

Airsoft Spring Rifles are manual powered Airsoft Guns which fire each round by pulling the bolt into the locking position, like most (Airsoft Sniper Rifles). They are generally less expensive.

Airsoft Gas Guns are powered by Co2 Cartridge, Propane Adapter or Green Gas. They are generally found in the form of pistols where a full size Gearbox cannot fit into the frame of the gun.

Airsoft Electric Guns are powered in a similar way to a RC Car internally, designed for easy troubleshooting, high power, and high rate of fire and are the most popular forms of regulated sport event.

Accuracy in Airsoft starts with good BBs. The precision BBs that modernairsoft.com carries provide a minimum deviation diameter, as close to your inner barrelas possible, with the lowest deviations. To ensure maximum accuracy, range and power without jamming, modernairsoft.com is very selective on the BBs that we carry. Here at modernairsoft.com, we ensure you the highest quality BBs at factory direct pricing, because “We Got Your Back!”.

Hop-up is a device installed between the inner barrel and Gearbox of an Airsoft Guns to create “back-spin” effect on Airsoft BBs. This device used to cost hundreds of dollar to install in the past. Today, hopup is standard on most Airsoft Guns you can find here on modernairsoft.com. “Back-Spin” allows the BB to curve up-wards. When adjusted correctly it will counter gravity for a period of time allowing your Airsoft Gun to reach maximum range potential.

The goal is to have your BB fly as far and as accurate as possible. The key is to select the right BB and adjust your hopup strength accordingly. The lighter the BB, the more wind friction there is to slow it down. The stronger your gun shoots, the heavier BB you need to use.