This Is For Real
The realism of the popular Airsoft war games played by the big boys is catching on. Everything they use is so realistic from the sounds of the guns to their protective gear. The game is played in a predetermined area where there is enough room for a war stage. In this game there are two teams vying for the most hits, and the capture of the flag.
Explosives may or may not be allowed, depending on the airsoft site; in the war games using explosives, the players use grenades that spit out pellets similar to real shrapnel. They also use flashbangs that emit loud sounds and very bright lights, to distract and disorient the enemy. A favorite device is the airsoft grenade.
Toxic Gas?
The non-explosive airsoft grenade spews paintballs, water, or pellets instead of producing deafening explosions. The first airsoft grenade had flaws with the ring pull fuses, and could not be thrown very far. It also used gas, which was toxic.
The advancements of the newer airsoft grenade include better ring pull fuses. These can be thrown much further. Players can now use the stick type grenades for more realism. In addition, the airsoft grenade uses...