Terminology

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    What does ‘Respawn’ mean in Airsoft?

    This term is applied to game rules, it refers to ‘what happens when you die’. A Respawn usually means you…

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    What is a ‘Pyro’ in Airsoft?

    A general term used for any type of pyrotechnic, this is most commonly a low-yield ‘flashbang’ grenade which looks like…

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    What are ‘Medic Rules’ in Airsoft?

    This term is a blanket term applied to either individuals or special rules which allow ‘healing’ fellow players during the…

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    What type of eye protection is best for Airsoft?

    Specialist goggles, otherwise known as ‘shooting glasses’ which provide full coverage protection over the eyes from BBs. This is the…

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    What is a ‘BB’ in Airsoft?

    Traditionally ‘BB’ is short for Ball Bearing, though in Airsoft terms a BB is made from plastic instead of metal.…

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    What is an AEG Airsoft gun?

    Automatic Electric Gun. The standard name by which the vast majority of Airsoft guns are known. AEGs use a battery…

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    What do Airsoft guns fire?

    Ammo in airsoft is inexpensive to buy. This makes a day out playing Airsoft affordable without having to be careful…