Post by no5685 on May 26, 2005 0:33:51 GMT -5
I don't think anyone else on this site is into classics, but this is still worth saying. This is basically a brief introduction to the world of classic airsoft. I'm not the most knowledgable person on classics though, but I know a decent amount.
Yes, before there were AEGs, the classic guns reigned supreme. Springers were still around, but the guns were primarily gas, and external powered, typically by CO2, but green gas rigs are also available.
Some people to this day still prefer classics to AEGs (me). But here are some positive and negative points on classics:
+They have recoil; usually established by recoiler weights (usually brass) that fly back and forth when the gun shoots.
+Very wide variety of guns; there are many types of classics, that aren't made today, Galils, VP70s, Tec-9s, ect.
+Adjustable power; since classics are powered externally, they require a regulator to function. This basically controls the pressure (psi) that the gas is emitted at. You can adjust this to a very wide range, highly altering the fps.
+Intimidating noise; classics don't sound at all like the modern AEGs, which have often been reffered to as sewing machines. Classics have a much louder noise, made by the gas expanding (like gas pistols), plus the recoiler weights banging around.
+Better build quality; this is a generalization. But most classics have very good build quality. High metal content, and metal internals are not at all uncommon.
+Good weight; classics are heavy. The metal internals really add a lot to the weight of a gun. The airsoft replicas often weigh more than their real steel counterparts
+Highly collectible; classics aren't made anymore, so they are pretty rare. They are hard to find, and there is still a demand, so prices are always rising.
-Expensive; since classics aren't made anymore, they are harder to comeby, and much more expensive. You need a gun, which alone is usually more than an AEG, then you need a rig, which is usually about $120 for a CO2 rig, and everything needed to operate it. It's also more expensive in the long run, because you have to buy CO2/GG. CO2 is relatively inexpensive though ($2 to refill a CO2 tank). And the worst part, the price of mags. Mags are hard to comeby, and expensive. Usually $40-80.
-Lack of availability; of course, this is inevitable. Since almost all of these guns aren't made anymore, everything is hard to come by. Mags, guns, replacement parts, everything. Usually the only way to get things is through personal sellers.
-The need for an external rig; this means lugging around an external air supply. Isn't that much of a hassle, but still annoying. You can use the internal gas resovoirs available on some guns, but the performance will be awful. You also need a hose running from your gun to the rig.
-Lack of hopup; most classics were around before hopup was invented. So their range is limited. You can still put in an aftermarket hopup though, usually of the LRB or SCS variety. These are both expensive though. But on the guns that use an 'Escort' system, you can use AEG barrels.
These are just a few of the key points about the pros and cons of classic airsoft guns. Some manufacturers are:
*Kokusai
*FTC
*Sun Projects
*Maruzen
*Marukoshi
*JAC
*Asahi
*YE
*MGC
*And many, many more
If you have any more questions about classic airsoft I'd be glad to try and help. This is a very general guide, basically informing you about the most basic points of classic airsoft.
For a ton of information on classic airsoft, www.classicairsoft.net is the place to go.
Yes, before there were AEGs, the classic guns reigned supreme. Springers were still around, but the guns were primarily gas, and external powered, typically by CO2, but green gas rigs are also available.
Some people to this day still prefer classics to AEGs (me). But here are some positive and negative points on classics:
+They have recoil; usually established by recoiler weights (usually brass) that fly back and forth when the gun shoots.
+Very wide variety of guns; there are many types of classics, that aren't made today, Galils, VP70s, Tec-9s, ect.
+Adjustable power; since classics are powered externally, they require a regulator to function. This basically controls the pressure (psi) that the gas is emitted at. You can adjust this to a very wide range, highly altering the fps.
+Intimidating noise; classics don't sound at all like the modern AEGs, which have often been reffered to as sewing machines. Classics have a much louder noise, made by the gas expanding (like gas pistols), plus the recoiler weights banging around.
+Better build quality; this is a generalization. But most classics have very good build quality. High metal content, and metal internals are not at all uncommon.
+Good weight; classics are heavy. The metal internals really add a lot to the weight of a gun. The airsoft replicas often weigh more than their real steel counterparts
+Highly collectible; classics aren't made anymore, so they are pretty rare. They are hard to find, and there is still a demand, so prices are always rising.
-Expensive; since classics aren't made anymore, they are harder to comeby, and much more expensive. You need a gun, which alone is usually more than an AEG, then you need a rig, which is usually about $120 for a CO2 rig, and everything needed to operate it. It's also more expensive in the long run, because you have to buy CO2/GG. CO2 is relatively inexpensive though ($2 to refill a CO2 tank). And the worst part, the price of mags. Mags are hard to comeby, and expensive. Usually $40-80.
-Lack of availability; of course, this is inevitable. Since almost all of these guns aren't made anymore, everything is hard to come by. Mags, guns, replacement parts, everything. Usually the only way to get things is through personal sellers.
-The need for an external rig; this means lugging around an external air supply. Isn't that much of a hassle, but still annoying. You can use the internal gas resovoirs available on some guns, but the performance will be awful. You also need a hose running from your gun to the rig.
-Lack of hopup; most classics were around before hopup was invented. So their range is limited. You can still put in an aftermarket hopup though, usually of the LRB or SCS variety. These are both expensive though. But on the guns that use an 'Escort' system, you can use AEG barrels.
These are just a few of the key points about the pros and cons of classic airsoft guns. Some manufacturers are:
*Kokusai
*FTC
*Sun Projects
*Maruzen
*Marukoshi
*JAC
*Asahi
*YE
*MGC
*And many, many more
If you have any more questions about classic airsoft I'd be glad to try and help. This is a very general guide, basically informing you about the most basic points of classic airsoft.
For a ton of information on classic airsoft, www.classicairsoft.net is the place to go.
