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LittleGun wrote:

Abraham wrote:If you will please: What are the various costs in FOF with Airsoft guns?

I am new to airsoft but I have been researching pricing. It isn't terribly expensive to get what you need. I'm looking for a Sig P229. I've seen prices ranging from $109 to $159. I'll get one or two extra magazines, which are about $25 each, on some web sites. I'll get gas to charge the magazines. I'll get ammo, and a mask. I'd like to get a target for practicing at home. If you don't buy extra magazines, you might be able to keep the entire price below $200.

It is WELL worth the price IMHO. Since I'm a night security guard in an empty building I have plenty of time to practice draws and even "live" firing practice with airsoft guns (just gotta make a good backstop). Even my boss is okay with it as long as it doesn't interfere with my work.

If you're buying a gun only for practice, it's a good idea to splurge and buy a higher end gun that won't break down often. We do have a North Texas airsoft organization with a forum that has a lot of good information: http://www.northtexasairsoft.org" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;.

Abraham wrote:For you in the know regarding Airsoft vs Sims - Is Airsoft training far inferior To Sims or just different? If so, would please explain?

If money is no object, go with Sims. If you're like most of us... go Airsoft. I still have a scar from an event a year ago when I got nailed in the back of the hand during an assault on a building. I would never call Airsoft training inferior... different, yes, not quite as "forceful" as Sims, but still much, much better than dry firing or shooting paper targets.

Many police departments and even military units have taken to training with Airsoft guns because of cost.