Airsoft guns started out as cheap plastic toys, usually clear, that shot their BB’s at very low velocities. Unfortunately this is still the perception that many people still have, however Airsoft guns are much, much more. In truth, they are “replica firearms,” or scale replicas of their real steel counterparts. In fact they have become so popular that you would be hard pressed to find a real steel firearm that does not have an Airsoft gun counterpart.

Airsoft guns began being produced in Japan in the 1970’s as ownership of firearms is illegal in that country. As such people began turning to highly detailed replicas that could be used for training and practice. It has been growing exponentially ever since, becoming wildly popular especially in Europe and the United States.

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Now Airsoft guns are used nearly every weekend across the country in live action skirmishes and war games. Shooting other people with Airsoft guns is very safe (assuming everyone involved is prepared, dressed correctly, and wearing eye protection) as they will shoot at velocities between 250 – 350 fps (feet per second). Many clubs and groups have historical battle, in which everyone must use “period” weapons.  

Airsoft guns come is 3 basic flavors: Electric, Gas, and Spring. Of these the most popular Airsoft gun is the AEG, or Airsoft electric gun. Why? It’s all about fully automatic fire. Gas Airsoft guns are also very reliable weapons and can also come in select fire modes (yes, fully auto!). DAW carries a full line of Airsoft guns in each flavor, so please browse around and contact us with any questions you have.