BB Guns: tips for choosing
between metal BB and airsoft guns
BB guns have been around a long time, and are still
popular with kids and other casual shooters. Until about 30 years ago,
when airsoft guns were invented, all BB pistols and rifles fired lead,
copper, or steel ammunition. Now you can choose that traditional style
or go with the safer airsoft models, which shoot plastic pellets. Either
way, be sure to follow the same gun safety rules at all times.
BB & Airsoft Pistols
Traditional BB pistols
that fire metal ammunition
are a good choice for new shooters who want to practice target shooting
at close range, or who just want to have fun plinking tin cans in a
field or the backyard. Kids often start off with this kind of BB gun.
Plastic pellet airsoft BB guns
are also used with targets (gel
or paper),
and are increasingly popular in team war game sports (much like
paintball). Here are some of the most popular BB and airsoft pistols:
BB & Airsoft Rifles
For most kids, their first experience with BB guns is
with one of the famous rifles from Daisy.
They're inexpensive, durable, safe, and easy to operate. For those who
enjoy airsoft, by far the most popular guns are those that mimic
military weaponry, like the Uzi,
M16,
and AK-47.
Because airsoft is usually played as a team sport, these rapid-fire BB
machine guns are preferred by those wanting to spray opponents with many
rounds in a short period of time. Here are a few of the most popular BB
and airsoft rifles we sell:
Pellet Guns |
BB Guns |
Air Rifles
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Air Pistols
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Airsoft Guns
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