Understanding Side Pistols and Airsoft Guns Gas

Understanding the importance selection of the right airsoft pistol becomes important which not only match your game style but also suits your budget.

The gas powered airsoft pistols are of two major types- the gas powered blowback and the non-blowback pistols. Airsoft guns gas is also of two types which are the common propellants of the gas airsoft pistols. One is powered by carbon dioxide (CO₂) and the other propelled by green gas which is a propellant mixture of propane and silicone oil. While the premade mixture is available for purchase to most players, few selected ones can also opt for getting a propane adapter and silicone oil which facilitates using a propane tank to refill the weapon. Most players prefer green gas as it costs comparatively less and provide more shots. The gas is mostly held inside of the magazine or in the grip of the gun. Depending upon the gin model, the magazine capacity may vary.

The Carbon dioxide fueled pistols have cartridges which can be purchased from any Airsoft/Paintball store or reputed sporting goods stores. They are comparatively costlier and give lesser shots. Like the green gas, their cartridges are often held in the magazine or the grip of the pistol. Obviously, the magazine capacity varies depending on the model or the manufacture of the gun.

Often one is confused about which airsoft pistol is better of the two. Looked from performance perspective, CO₂ would be a better choice. Because of being a higher-pressure gas, it performs much better in cold weather. On the flip side, this gas is much “harder” on the gun’s system than green gas which inadvertently causes more wear on guns. Thus that player for whom economy is a concern, green gas gun is a better option. Again you cannot ignore that price of shot per CO₂ is much higher than the shot per green gas usage. The priorities need to be decided. Once you have decided on the side pistol, you can be confident player in any of the combative fights.