Andrew Duthie

In airsoft, the most common projectiles are plastic pellets known as "BBs" (pronounced "bee-bees"). Although the term "BB" originally stands for "Ball Bearing," airsoft BBs are predominantly made of plastic rather than metal. Most BBs measure 6mm in diameter, with some options available in 8mm for specific uses. Additionally, these BBs come in various weights to suit different play styles...

One of the best things about the sport of airsoft is the fact there are a wide variety of exciting game modes to choose from. For those who've grown weary of milsim and are looking for something fresh and new, Speedsoft is one great option that is quickly gaining popularity in the airsoft community. Speedsoft is a fast-paced, competition-oriented game mode...

While plenty of attention is given to airsoft guns, it's just as important to have essential airsoft gear in order to maximize your experience. In this article, we'll cover our list of the best airsoft gear and accessories that you can use to both ensure your safety and optimize your performance.  What is the Importance of Airsoft Gear? Real soldiers...

If you are just venturing into the world of airsoft, choosing your first airsoft gun is the first big decision that you'll need to make. From dictating your style of play to dictating how much of a hit your pocketbook takes, the decision of which airsoft gun to purchase as your entry into the sport is one that can have...

Having a good scope on your rifle can be a major advantage in airsoft battles. In fact, if you are using a sniper rifle or otherwise planning to engage in medium to long-range gunfights, knowing how to adjust a rifle scope is a necessity. Thankfully, there is a wide range of airsoft scopes and sights on the market that you...

What to wear for airsoft is a common question that those who are just venturing into the sport tend to ask. While it's a given that you will need to put together a protective loadout that includes gear such as face and eye protection, the rest of your airsoft apparel is a matter of choice. With that said, though, choosing...

There are a lot of different ways to have fun playing airsoft. While nothing is more exhilarating than a large-scale battle on a great airsoft field, there are plenty of more convenient and readily accessible ways to enjoy sending BBs downrange when going to the airsoft field isn't an option. One such popular airsoft pastime is plinking. So what is...

Automatic electric airsoft guns (AEGs) offer a lot of advantages - namely, a fast rate of fire and the ability to avoid having to purchase green gas or C02. However, AEGs are all powered by batteries, and the one constant factor with batteries is the fact that they eventually go dead.  When considering how long do airsoft batteries last, there...

Ever since WWI, militaries across the world have utilized tracer rounds in order to track the in-flight path of fired rounds and improve accuracy. In airsoft, tracer units accomplish these same purposes by lighting up each BB that is fired so that its flight path is visible. An airsoft tracer unit can be especially beneficial in low-light or no-light conditions...

High-pressure air (HPA) airsoft guns are actually nothing new. During the early years of what we now call "airsoft", our airsoft guns were powered similarly to the HPA guns we see today. Though today these guns can be somewhat of a controversial product among the airsoft community, these relatively uncommon airsoft guns can provide a number of key advantages and...