mirtactical's articles Three of the Best Starter Airsoft Guns For aspiring MilSim combatants just getting into the world of airsoft, it can be competitive, and it can be expensive. Players spend (not infrequently) hundreds if not thousands of dollars on their airsoft AEGs, not only buying the basic platforms, but making customizations, modifications, and upgrades. Choosing a gun is just the start, but remember, […] January 17, 2024January 17, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked Tips, Tricks, and Life Hacks from an Airsoft Store Everyone has their own way of doing things. Some are better than others. Here are some top tips from an airsoft store; MiR Tactical, in Buffalo Grove, Illinois. See if you can put any into practice before your next airsoft event. Keep a Small Profile Some of you might find this elementary, but it’s one […] August 18, 2023August 18, 2023 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked How Does an Airsoft Magazine Work? Being a responsible airsoft player means administering proper clean maintenance to your airsoft guns and gear, and that includes your airsoft magazines. Doing that will require you to understand how your airsoft magazines work. There are two basic types of airsoft magazines: low/mid-cap magazines and hi-cap magazines, which are commonly used by AEGs. Here’s how […] April 17, 2023April 17, 2023 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked A Quick Action Army AAP-01 Review Action Army may be a name you recognize only from the parts and accessories it produces. Until recently, that was the case. But only a short while ago, Action Army officially entered the world of airsoft guns with its own complete model, the Action Army AAP-01. And boy, this thing has taken off. Let’s take […] January 12, 2023January 12, 2023 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked Basic (but Practical) Glock Airsoft Gun Attachments Glock airsoft guns are enormously popular and it’s easy to see why. Many of them are officially licensed Glock replicas, which means they’re close to the same weight and size and replicate the handling and aesthetics of their more-popular inspirations (the real thing). They’re also decently affordable and offer pretty solid performance and ergonomics. Even […] December 9, 2022December 9, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked Can an Airsoft Rifle Shoot Tracer Rounds? The short answer is yes. The long answer is you need a special muzzle-mounted tracer unit for your airsoft rifle, as well as compatible airsoft BBs. Here’s what you need to know. You Need the Right Tracer Unit and Compatible Airsoft Ammo First off, if you want to shoot tracers from your airsoft rifle (which […] November 7, 2022November 7, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked Cheap Airsoft Guns and Getting Started with Airsoft Have a kid that’s showing interest in airsoft and wondering what you need to allow him or her to play safety? Here are a few things you need to know. 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Three of the Best Starter Airsoft Guns For aspiring MilSim combatants just getting into the world of airsoft, it can be competitive, and it can be expensive. Players spend (not infrequently) hundreds if not thousands of dollars on their airsoft AEGs, not only buying the basic platforms, but making customizations, modifications, and upgrades. Choosing a gun is just the start, but remember, […] January 17, 2024January 17, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Tips, Tricks, and Life Hacks from an Airsoft Store Everyone has their own way of doing things. Some are better than others. Here are some top tips from an airsoft store; MiR Tactical, in Buffalo Grove, Illinois. See if you can put any into practice before your next airsoft event. Keep a Small Profile Some of you might find this elementary, but it’s one […] August 18, 2023August 18, 2023 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
How Does an Airsoft Magazine Work? Being a responsible airsoft player means administering proper clean maintenance to your airsoft guns and gear, and that includes your airsoft magazines. Doing that will require you to understand how your airsoft magazines work. There are two basic types of airsoft magazines: low/mid-cap magazines and hi-cap magazines, which are commonly used by AEGs. Here’s how […] April 17, 2023April 17, 2023 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
A Quick Action Army AAP-01 Review Action Army may be a name you recognize only from the parts and accessories it produces. Until recently, that was the case. But only a short while ago, Action Army officially entered the world of airsoft guns with its own complete model, the Action Army AAP-01. And boy, this thing has taken off. Let’s take […] January 12, 2023January 12, 2023 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Basic (but Practical) Glock Airsoft Gun Attachments Glock airsoft guns are enormously popular and it’s easy to see why. Many of them are officially licensed Glock replicas, which means they’re close to the same weight and size and replicate the handling and aesthetics of their more-popular inspirations (the real thing). They’re also decently affordable and offer pretty solid performance and ergonomics. Even […] December 9, 2022December 9, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Can an Airsoft Rifle Shoot Tracer Rounds? The short answer is yes. The long answer is you need a special muzzle-mounted tracer unit for your airsoft rifle, as well as compatible airsoft BBs. Here’s what you need to know. You Need the Right Tracer Unit and Compatible Airsoft Ammo First off, if you want to shoot tracers from your airsoft rifle (which […] November 7, 2022November 7, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Cheap Airsoft Guns and Getting Started with Airsoft Have a kid that’s showing interest in airsoft and wondering what you need to allow him or her to play safety? Here are a few things you need to know. Does Airsoft Hurt?High-powered airsoft rifles can shoot heavy airsoft ammo at over 400 FPS. That’ll hurt on exposed skin, and it can be dangerous to […] November 3, 2022November 3, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
How Old Do You Need to Be to Play Airsoft? [Plus Some Good Beginner Airsoft Guns] We can’t speak for the – interesting – state laws in some areas of the country, but at the federal level, there is no minimum age requirement to play airsoft. This means it is up to the discretion of the parent to determine whether or not their child is responsible and mature enough to handle […] October 19, 2022October 19, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
6 Great Airsoft Gifts Under $20 (And Where to Get Them) Got an airsoft player in your life, but you’re not sure what you get him (or her)? Got an airsoft player in your life, but you’re not sure what you get him (or her)? We get it, it’s a highly personal sport, and if you’re not familiar with it, it’s tough to make a choice about […] October 6, 2022October 6, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Fielding Some More Questions About Airsoft Guns It seriously looks like there’s some wild disinformation out there regarding airsoft guns. Let’s level the playing field and set the record straight once and for all. Are Airsoft Guns or BB Guns Better?This one’s a doozy. How airsoft guns and BB guns (or air guns, for that matter) ever got lumped into the same […] September 14, 2022September 14, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
How Old Do You Have to Be to Play Airsoft or Participate in Airsoft Events? [and Other Questions] Whether you’re just poking around the web because you’re interested in getting started playing airsoft or are a parent looking for answers, here are a few things you need to know about this great sport. Let’s start with age requirements for airsoft events. Legal Requirements and Airsoft Event Rules for AgeLegally, there is no rule […] August 24, 2022August 24, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Top Glock 19 Airsoft Pistol Upgrades Got a Glock 19 airsoft pistol but want to make it better (and cooler)? Start with these upgrades that you can easily make yourself, at home. 1. Red Dot Sight This airsoft upgrade is one of the easiest you can make, but you need to know how to do it. Glock airsoft guns don’t have rails […] August 20, 2022August 20, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Best-Selling Hi-Capa Parts That Make Great Upgrades Are you the proud owner of a Hi-Capa pistol but wondering how you can make the platform better? Stop wondering and start doing with some of these high-quality Hi-Capa parts that can help you take your airsoft game to the next level. Why Do People Make Airsoft Gun Upgrades?On the surface, it might seem like […] August 10, 2022August 10, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Upcoming Airsoft Events (and What to Bring with You) Plinking in the yard is fun, as are friendly marksmanship competitions. Airsoft events, however, take your skills to the next level. Do you want to hone your competitive acumen, sharpen your critical thinking, and wisen your strategic abilities? Then an airsoft event – perhaps even a MilSim, or military simulation match – is what you […] August 2, 2022August 2, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
3 Highly-Rated KWA Airsoft Guns You Need to See KWA Airsoft, the company that gave the world a Kinetic Feedback System and Electronic Recoil and which platforms offer ambidextrous controls, and rock-solid dependability, is a visionary in airsoft. KWA Airsoft, the company that gave the world a Kinetic Feedback System and Electronic Recoil and which platforms offer ambidextrous controls, and rock-solid dependability, is a […] July 22, 2022July 22, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
3 Solid Reasons to Treat Yourself to an Airsoft Mystery Box Are you looking for something new or cool for your airsoft arsenal, but you’re just not really sure what you want? Can you not justify the purchase of a new AEG or GBB airsoft pistol outright, but you still want some new gear to tinker with? Maybe an airsoft mystery box from MiR Tactical is […] July 20, 2022July 20, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
The G&G Combat Machine Raider: The Best Starter Airsoft Gun? As is the case in nearly all matters, one’s experience will improve enjoyment as well as proficiency. It is no different with airsoft players. Seasoned veterans of the airsoft field can often lean on their own experience to pick out an airsoft pistol or AEG airsoft rifle. For beginners, it’s a bit harder. If you’re […] July 14, 2022July 14, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
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What Airsoft Players Love About the G&G ARP9 ARP9 June 20, 2022June 20, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
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Affordable Airsoft Guns for Sale: 4 Practical Upgrades You Can Make One of the great things about affordable airsoft guns for sale is that they won’t break the bank. There are some really high-quality mid-range airsoft guns out there that are affordable and still offer decent performance, especially for beginners. But here’s the other good thing. To many hobbyists that live for airsoft, affordable airsoft guns […] May 31, 2022May 31, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
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Airsoft Sniper Rifles, Hop-Up Systems, and Bucking: Why It Matters Airsoft sniper rifles, along with pump-action airsoft shotguns, are widely considered the only legitimate, viable, spring-powered airsoft guns worthy of consideration for competition. Spring-powered airsoft guns need to be manually cycled which puts them at a competitive disadvantage compared to most other gas blowback and electrically powered airsoft guns (AEGs). But, it comes with some […] April 25, 2022April 25, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
3 Factors That Impact an Airsoft Rifle’s Accuracy in a Big Way airsoft rifle April 22, 2022April 22, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CO2 or a Green Gas Glock? Here’s What You Should Know green gas Glock April 14, 2022April 14, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
5 Great Airsoft Guns to Add to Your Airsoft Arsenal It’s easy to speak in general terms when you need to pick up a new piece of gear or an airsoft gun, and much more difficult to offer concrete advice. For instance, if you’re looking for a starter airsoft gun that won’t break the bank but will perform out of its price class and allow […] April 8, 2022April 8, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Airsoft Scopes vs. Red Dot Sights: Which Optic Makes the Most Sense for You? Airsoft Wholesale April 5, 2022April 5, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
What Are Some Top Beginner Airsoft Guns? beginner airsoft guns March 29, 2022March 29, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
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