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What is Airsoft ?
Airsoft originally refered to a class of replica airguns that originated
from japan. They are fashioned in a 1:1 scale and are made from high impact ABS plastics
and metal alloys. Unlike other airguns, Airsoft airguns fire 6mm plastic BB's. These BB's
are unable to penetrate aluminum cans, which makes them much safer than other airguns. All
of these factors contributed to Airsoft becoming a very large sport in Japan.
Played in a similar fashion to PaintBall, Airsoft has over the years literally taken Japan
by storm. There are now Airsoft war games, shooting competions, tournaments, Tradeshows,
and even an Airsoft World Cup.
Airsoft has been steadily growing in popularity in North America and in the UK. Although
it does not have the same type of following here, it is now officially recognized as a
sport. Hopefully in the years to come, Airsoft will grow into the same phenomenon here, as
it has in Japan.
Taken From The Asia Pacific Web-Site
