Airsoft is one of the fastest growing war-game sports, not only in America, but all around the globe. One may question the overall safety and responsibility of the players and staff that are involved in the sport, since the replicas used do resemble a real fire arm so closely. Luckily the airsoft community is one of the most safety conscious hobby/sport industries around. Here at Airsoft GI we are dedicated to the safety of our customers, and offer many items in our catalog to protect you from the risks you face when airsofting.

Airsoft, by definition, is a War-Game sport that employs the use of airsoft replicas (of real firearms) that typically fire a 6mm plastic pellet at relatively low velocities. A typical airsoft game involves two teams that are differentiated by colors such as tan versus green with a specific goal such as domination or capture the flag. More advanced and larger games involve much more in depth “objectives” that involve a story or scenario. In an airsoft game a player is eliminated or “killed” by taking a shot from a 6mm pellet to either their body or gear. When the player is struck with a 6mm pellet or BB, as it is commonly referred to in the industry, the player is supposed to loudly call “hit” and take out their red rag to notify other players that they have been eliminated. As the BB does not provide any form of a definite and clear hit airsoft is known as an “Honor Sport” meaning that the game play depends on the participants honor to call themselves out when hit, unlike paintball which actually leaves a mark on the target.

The 6mm pellet, while fired at a low velocity, can be dangerous if proper safety equipment is not employed. As a War-Game style sport most players opt to build their “load-out” and safety gear to resemble that of the armed forces. As such there are a few types of “load-outs” that players employ for the two main types of play, indoor CQB and outdoor. CQB focuses mainly on face protection, as high velocity BBs at close range can take out eyes, chip teeth, and even break skin. Outdoor protection focuses on protecting the player from outside elements such as nature, hazaards like rocks, glass, sharp metal fragments, and even the Sun. This spotlight will break down the different forms of protection offered so that you may be properly prepared to play Airsoft.

Face Protection is one of the most important pieces of gear that players would need in an airsoft game. Protecting your face is essential for those that play in the CQB environment. Most fields require players to wear a full face mask to not only protect your eyes but also his/her entire face. Airsoft GI carries a large inventory of full face masks ranging from a different array of prices.

Protecting your eyes is the most important when it comes to face protection. Shooting glasses provide some sort of eye protection but the best resort is full seal goggles. Full seal goggles form a complete barrier around your eyes to prevent bbs from entering from the sides. Seeing the need for eye protection, we carry a large variety of eye protection with different designs in a range of prices for you to choose from.

Upper body protection can be useful in some occasions. Plate carriers are a great way to protect your upper body as they offer the user to ability to carry the needed necessities on the battlefield as well as protecting the user during engagements from high velocity airsoft guns and close quarter action. Chest rigs and crossdraw vests offer less protection but come with a wide variety of pouches, pockets, and MOLLE to add more essential accessories for your gear loadout, offering cover from BB fire and storage functionality.  Airsoft GI carries many different style of these items.

Protecting your hands, feet, and joints can often be overlooked until the moment you hurt yourself on environmental hazards, turn a corner too hard and bump an elbow, or take a knee on a BB or rock and realize a little foresight would have saved pain. It is important to protect all parts of your body to be in top shape when taking on a game. We offer a wide variety of glove, boot, and pad styles to better protect you from field hazards and common mishaps.

It is important that you always treat your airsoft gun like a real firearm. The 5 firearm safety rules always apply to airsoft gun.(1) Always Treat A Firearm As If It Is Loaded. (2) Always Keep The Firearm Pointed In A Safe Direction. (3) Always Keep Your Finger Off The Trigger Until Ready To Shoot. (4) Always Keep Your Firearm Unloaded Until It Is Ready For Use. (5) Always Be Sure Of Your Target and What Is Beyond It. The use of a barrel plug will prevent any bbs from exiting the chamber in case of accidental fire. Additionally, protecting your gun and keeping those who are unfamiliar with airsoft guns safe is just as important. Always store your airsoft guns properly: in gun bags and cases, away from public eye, until you reach your destination.