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Choosing a Telescopic Rifle Scope or Laser or Red Dot Sight for Airsoft or Paintball

admin — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 01:24:14 +0000

A scope or sight makes playing airsoft even more fun in a number of ways. If you don’t have one you should get one!

While not as essential as say for air rifle shooting where you often need to hit a 5p size target at 30 metres an airsoft scope can help in other ways

Telescopic scopes improve longer distance aimed shot accuracy – Very handy for sniping.Brilliant for spotting enemy in cover (ambushes!) and – or at ranges way beyond rifle range.Red dot and laser sights improve hit rates in fast reflex CQB and mad skirmishes.And of course they make any airsoft rifle look very cool and are loads of fun to use (which has got to count for quite a bit I reckon) There are 3 types to consider –

1 – Telescopic scopes As the name suggests you get magnified vision. These are ideal for snipers and general rifle combat.

Come in a wide range of sizes, for example -

3-9×40 is the most popular general purpose type but what does that mean? 3-9 – Means the magnification. In this example can be dialed between 3 and 9x (and all the numbers in between)Very handy for multiple situations and ranges.40 = lens size in millimeters. 40mm is a very good size. Good light capture and a wide field of view but not overly bulky.By contrast a 4×32 would mean 4 x magnification only through a 32mm lens. Cross hairs - There are many different types but for airsoft use you don’t need to worry about this to much except as a fashion thing!

The 30-30 type is pretty standard and is fine (similar to a traditional plain X hair)You’ll see others with Mil Dot which is the military standard cross hair. Just the job you may think but they are more expensive and the mil dot stuff is basically a range finding and distance estimation aid that’s of little use until distances over a couple of hundred meters are reached. A nice to have but you don’t need it. Types 2 and 3 Red dot and Laser sights These are not magnified – what you see is the real size as it is.Perfect for FIBUA, CQB and close quarter stuff where you need reflex from the hip or fast semi aimed eye to sight shots (a la SWAT style)Great for pistols as well. 2 – Red dot sight Projects a red (or green) dot onto the inside of the lens.Only you can see this dot – hopefully on your target. You fire and you hit.Very handy for reflex combat and pistols.The bigger the lens the better. 20mm is common and OK. 40mm more pricey but much better. (Tasco do some great ones) 3 – Laser sights Similar principle to the red dot except the dot is “visibly visible”" on the target – anyone can see it.Brilliant for scaring the hell out of the enemy, but it can give you away too so use with care!Best in low light, but any decent laser will still give you visible dot even in standard daylight, though effective range will be much less. Various types, some can go on top of a telescopic sight.Others can be mounted slung under the barrel or pistol grip. Makes include, the SMK LS1, LS2 and LS3 models, Hawke Tactical, Beamshot and Cybergun Universal. All are excellent with SMK being at the budget end (I sell loads of them on ebay)

Mounts and base rails – VERY IMPORTANT! An important area and one that causes a lot of confusion on ebay! – To fit a scope or sight to a rifle of pistol there must be somewhere to clamp it onto. Makes sense yes? (not to some people it doesn’t!)

Look for dovetail type grooves running along the top of the rifle body – This is the scope or sight rail or base.To this rail or base you attach the scope or sight by way of scope mountsBut just to make it extra fun there are different type of mounts as rails – bases differ in width! But OK, assuming you have a base rail of some sort. Next – Measure the distance between the grooves of the base.If it’s no more than 13mm wide (3/8 inch) then you need what are called standard mounts If it’s 20mm wide (5/8 inch) then you have what is called a Weaver base and need weaver mounts (inventors name)Most airsoft models need weavers. Examples that spring to mind are the TM M4, SR16, SG550-51-52 series, MP5.Some sniper types have Standard.It’s not a problem if you measure up first and check that the sight or scope you are getting has the right typeTake extra care with models that have fitted mounts. These cannot be changed so if you get the wrong type they’ll have to be sent back and swapped for a totally different model.If in doubt read the product description carefully or email the seller to ask for clarification and include your gun make, model and link to website so the seller can check it out fast. Nickwake (my) ebay shop fast guide to airsoft suitable scopes and sights

Telescopics -

4×20 – Only come with fitted Standard mounts. Do not buy or bid for if you have a weaver base.4×32, 3-9×32, 4×40, 3-9×40, 4-12×42 and 8×56 All come without mounts so you choose mount type.All models can all have the SMK LS2 scope mounted laser sights added to give you telescopic AND relex shooting. Red dots - Type 1 – “Open eye” with fitted standard mountsType 2 – Tasco BKR – with fitted weaver mounts (a very cool sight this one) Lasers - Type 1 – LS2 Scope mounted. A long term best seller. Available on own or as part of a combo set or add on if you win an auction.Type 2 – Cybergun Laser and Torch – with various adaptors, can be barrel slung. Also come with a tactical torch. Very cool kit. So, want to get one? I hope you know what you need to know now and to see you online soon! Or, for more scope guide stuff see my website zero rifle scopes

Choosing a Scope For Your M4 Airsoft Rifle

admin — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 14:42:55 +0000

When you initially purchase your m4 airsoft rifle, it may or may not have that additional scope which sits on top of the gun. You may want to have one since aside from making the airsoft gun look very good, it can also improve your accuracy when you are using the gun during actual competition. However, there are many choices for you when it comes to scope, so let’s tackle three of them in this article.

Laser sights can be installed on your m4 airsoft rifle but it is not recommended if you plan on using your gun during actual combat. The reason is because many of those who host airsoft fights won’t allow the use of laser sight scopes. While it may look cool for you to have one on your gun, the fact remains that laser sights can be harmful for your opponent. An accidental point to the eyes can cause health problems and can even blind someone in worse case scenarios.

Telescopic scopes are my personal favorite when it comes to m4 airsoft rifle looks. It is very useful when you’re using your m4 rifle as a sniper gun while stalking opponents in airsoft combat. However, fact remains that it is sparingly used. Most of the time, m4 airsoft guns are used as melee weapons and constantly calibrating the telescopic scope won’t do you any good in such a scenario.

Last would be the red or green dot scope. Now, these are the best choice when it comes to using your m4 airsoft rifle in airsoft fights. Dot scopes are mostly cheap and are fast indicators for you to fire at an opponent once a dot appears on him. Some variants of this scope can also give magnification, which is something good for long-range competitive airsoft combat.

Any one know any good websites to buy airsoft batteries from?

admin — Tue, 02 Feb 2010 08:48:06 +0000

Dan asked:

I need a good battery that won’t die in the middle of an airsoft battle. Its for the M4 3181 AEG electric airsoft rifle. I can spend up to $60 on one. Please make sure to say how long it charges if the website doesn’t say.

What are the procedures of shipping an airsoft?

admin — Tue, 02 Feb 2010 07:30:02 +0000

Nivek asked:

My uncle has an airsoft rifle that he wants to send to me but we don’t know what the procedures are. This is from Hongkong to Cebu City, Philippines.

How to remove cheek rests off airsoft sniper rifles?

admin — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 11:43:10 +0000

Sam W asked:

Okay I have the airsoft sniper rifle the TSD MK 96. I bought a paintball face mask and have found that it is hard to aim down the sights with a face mask on. (DER) Now I have a dilemma, I would like to know how to take the cheek rest off the sniper rifle and know what good protection would be outside the full face mask realm, or even in it.

Thanks

Is it illegal to own an airsoft rifle without a UKARA license?

admin — Sat, 09 Jan 2010 22:48:36 +0000

degub0y asked:

In the UK you need a UKARA license to purchase airsoft guns. However I have some from before the law came into effect. Is it illegal for me to own them now, or does it just apply to the purchase/seller?

Say I wanted to buy a used one from a friend, would he be legally obliged to check for a license? What if he doesn’t? Does he get in trouble, or me, or both?
Please, only UK answers. I know America/other countries have different laws, that does not help me.

How do you use a sscope on an airsoft rifle when you are using airsoft goggles?

admin — Sun, 03 Jan 2010 20:12:18 +0000

bnjmnkrs asked:

It would be hard to aim properly with a scope if you have goggles obstructing your face. Any comments, suggestions or advice?

Can you Airsoft rifles in your luggage?

admin — Sun, 03 Jan 2010 16:42:04 +0000

Mike asked:

Can i bring my airsoft rifle from Europe to America ? This is an Airsoft thing not a real rife, it does not shoot live ammo.
So would it be ok if i just like took it in the baggage?

Please reply i really need to know
and please explain what to do if so.

What is the best spring airsoft rifle or shotgun for $50 or less?

admin — Thu, 31 Dec 2009 14:47:25 +0000

Alex asked:

I have a DBOYS M4, but I want a backup that doesn’t need batteries. Hi-cap mags would be a plus.

Is it just as easy to put a self-painted camo pattern on an airsoft sniper rifle as a regular rifle?

admin — Thu, 31 Dec 2009 03:40:21 +0000

Trevor S asked:

I have put a digital camo pattern on my hunting rifle, and i’m wondering if it is just as easy to do so on an airsoft UTG type 96 rifle. links to pictures would be great.