Realistic airsoft guns are replicas of real firearms, designed to closely resemble the appearance and function of the real weapons on which they are based. In addition to being used in Airsoft gaming, realistic guns are also used in military and law enforcement training simulations. BB guns have become increasingly popular due to their safe and non-lethal nature and their ability to closely simulate the experience of using real firearms.
Generally made from the same materials as the real weapons they are inspired by, they are designed to faithfully imitate their size, shape and appearance.

This growing popularity of replica guns has attracted a lot of attention to this wonderful sport, even to a new audience, basically made up of newcomers, who often ask themselves questions:
"Are realistic Airsoft guns legal to own?" is the question they most often ask our customer service desks.

In general, the answer is "YES!"
If you look further, you will find that throughout Europe, the UK, the USA, Canada and Asia, realistic Airsoft gun replicas are free-sale products, but with regulations that may vary from country to country regarding purchase, possession and the energy (J) they can release. We as online sellers must comply with the regulations of each country we ship to. That is why we try to keep up to date with all legislative changes that may occur in the countries we sell to, regarding possession and energy of Airsoft replica weapons. But the world is big, so it is important to check local laws and regulations before buying a realistic airsoft gun.

Airsoft guns are not illegal in the UK, but they are subject to strict regulations. In the UK, airsoft guns are classified as realistic imitation firearms (RIFs) if they resemble real firearms. To purchase, own, or use an airsoft gun, you must be at least 18 years old. Additionally, there are specific requirements regarding their purchase and use, including the requirement that they are used only on private property or at licensed airsoft venues. It's also important that the guns are transported in a sealed container. Non-realistic imitation firearms (IFs), which do not closely resemble real firearms, have fewer restrictions, but still cannot be carried in public without a valid reason.

Yes, airsoft guns can hurt, but the level of pain experienced can vary depending on several factors such as the distance from which you are shot, the power of the gun, and where on the body you are hit.

At close range and on exposed skin, airsoft pellets can cause welts, bruises, or even break the skin. Most of the time, the pain is tolerable, often described as similar to a sharp sting. However, wearing appropriate protective gear such as goggles, face masks, and thick clothing can minimize the pain and reduce the risk of injury.

Always remember to follow safety guidelines and wear appropriate protective gear when participating in airsoft activities.

Airsoft guns shoot 6mm or 8mm plastic BBs (ball bearings) typically made of biodegradable plastic. These BBs are much smaller and lighter than those used in pellet guns, making them safer for recreational use. The plastic BBs are propelled by compressed air or gas, depending on the type of airsoft gun.

Airsoft guns and BB guns are similar in that they both shoot small projectiles, but they are not the same.

Airsoft guns typically shoot 6mm or 8mm plastic BBs and are used primarily for recreational purposes such as airsoft sports and target shooting. They are designed to mimic real firearms in appearance and function, but they are not as powerful as real guns.

BB guns, on the other hand, shoot metal BBs (ball bearings) or sometimes plastic pellets. They can vary widely in terms of power and can be used for target shooting, pest control, or small game hunting. Unlike airsoft guns, BB guns are often designed to resemble real firearms, but they are not always exact replicas.

While both airsoft guns and BB guns can be used for recreational shooting, they are regulated differently in many places, and there are also differences in the way they are used and the type of ammunition they use.

Airsoftmania does NOT sell BB guns, we specialise in the sale of airsoftguns in Europe.