Do airsoft guns hurt kids?

BB guns and metal pellet guns are not designed to be shot at people. They can kill small animals, though. For these reasons, the AAP does not suggest an age when airsoft guns are considered safe. Parents should consider whether their child understands the risks and will wear eye protection.

How painful is an airsoft gun?

It depends a lot on your protection and pain tolerance, but you will feel the hit. It might feel like a pinch or a bee sting, particularly on bare skin or through thin clothing. It might feel more like a poke if you’re shot through clothing or armor.

Are airsoft guns safe for 14 year olds?

Yes, an Airsoft replica is safe and is not a BB gun. Airsoft is safe for teenagers as long as they’ve been taught about handling and safety. As a parent you need to judge your kid’s responsibility level as well as their ability to follow rules and instructions.

What are airsoft rules?

General Rules

Wear your mask at all time on the Battlefield.
Use the Honor System; Call your hits.
Do not blind fire.
If you see someone cheating, do not argue in-game.
Do not move, jump over, or alter any obstacles.
When you are hit, call it out loud and walk to the respawn area with your arms up high.

Are there any problems with airsoft guns for kids?

& filed under All Articles, Defensive Issues, Family Self Defense. Editor’s Note: The topic of kids and airsoft has been in the news because of the tragic death of Andy Lopez, a 13-year-old who was carrying an airsoft gun and shot by a police officer in California in late October.

How old do you have to be to play airsoft guns?

The good news is that many, many airsoft players are under the age of 18, and it’s not uncommon for fields to allow players as young as 12 or 13. But there are some players even younger than that, and some parents allow their kids to have guns as young as 10 or 11.

Can a airsoft gun be mistaken for a real gun?

Because airsoft guns so much like real guns, they can be easily mistaken for real guns. This has led to trouble more than few occasions, and people regularly have the police called on them and, in a few sad occasions, even led to people being shot for being seen as a threat.

What can you do with an airsoft gun?

Handling firearms properly is of paramount importance, and instead of purchasing more expensive and much more dangerous real firearms, you can use an airsoft gun to teach them the basics. Such as, to treat every gun as if it were loaded, always point it in a safe direction, trigger discipline, and to always wear the proper safety gear.