Discover the exhilarating world of airsoft with our beginner’s guide. Uncover the basics of the sport, safety tips, & essential gear. Start your airsoft journey with Socom Tactical today!
5 essential pieces of gear you need for airsoft Many newcomers to airsoft spend all their money on their ideal weapon but neglect the rest of their ensemble. Below are five essential pieces of gear that every airsoft player needs. Protective gear If you have the right tactical gear, airsoft isn’t a dangerous sport. However, […]
You’ve got your Airsoft gun and you’re ready to go but do you know the proper technique for drawing your gun, shooting your gun and moving with your gun? It’s not just for looking cool, like in the movies, proper technique for these three aspects of using your weapon can give you a real advantage […]
It is easy to think that BB Guns and Airsoft guns are the same, after all the ammo for Airsoft guns are called BBs but there are a number of differences between the two. BB guns came into existence in 1876, nearly 100 years before Airsoft guns, and were mass produced two years later allowing […]
What Airsoft Battery Should I Use? When getting into airsoft it’s hard to choose the correct airsoft battery, whether it is NIMH / Lipo / LiFe / Li-Ion, and then which format of cells you require for your Airsoft gun. Below we have a short breakdown of the benefits and types of batteries available to […]
What Airsoft Gas To Use? It can be confusing when looking at the different types of gas available. There are many different types, and different brands but these all look very similar, with the only difference being the packaging. There are three common styles with different power levels, which provide lubrication for your seals and […]
Airsoft Prices – Prices to play Airsoft There is a lot to consider when calculating the cost of Airsoft. The question of how much you need to spend depends on how often you take part, what equipment you feel you need and if you have a desire to customise your weapons to improve performance. Getting […]
There are a number of different roles in Airsoft, each suited to a person’s character traits, fitness and what you might imagine being in a battle should be like. Having the correct understanding of the purpose of each role can help you to decide which one might suit you best to lead you and your […]
Making a start Once you have your Airsoft weapon, you will probably be looking to join a skirmish site as soon as possible to start playing. However, before you can go ahead with Airsoft games, there are several things you have to consider to ensure you are fully prepared when you arrive at a skirmish […]
Airsoft is a sport Airsoft is a sport where replica guns are used as weapons to fire pellets at other players in a simulated battle. It is similar to paintballing in that the aim is to avoid being hit while shooting at other players. These battles take place on skirmish sites, which range from woodland […]
Safety Is it dangerous? Any object flying into your eye will hurt and cause damage to your eye but with the speed at which pellets are fired, there is an added danger to your eyes. Goggles, helmets and masks all offer protection for your eyes which are at risk of damage if they are hit […]