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United States
- Under Federal Law,
- Airsoft guns are not classified as firearms and are legal for all ages under federal law, as well as the laws in each state. However, in some major cities and population centers the definition of a firearm within their respected ordinances includes propulsion by spring or compressed air, thus subject to applicable laws.
- A 6 mm minimum orange tip must be present on the barrel end of the airsoft gun to identify it as such for any commercial sales. [1] Once sold, local laws may vary on whether or not the orange tip must be kept - in many places, no laws exist restricting one from removing or replacing the orange tip, but one should check the local laws before making such a modification.
- Airsoft guns' trademarks must be removed where the manufacturer does not have an existing license agreement with the manufacturer of the real fire arm. For example: Classic Army has a licensing agreement with Armalite, so the trademarks can stay on imported replicas of Armalite's weapons. In practice enforcement is hit or miss. You might get an "unlicensed" gun through customs with trademarks intact, while a licensed gun might be held in Customs by an uninformed customs agent. House Resolution 607, sponsored in early 2007, would change this if passed, allowing imports to retain trademarks even if there is no agreement between the real firearms manufacturer and the replica manufacturer.[2]
- In addition, the similarity between genuine firearms and airsoft replicas is close enough to provoke interaction with local law enforcement personnel if an airsoft gun is carried openly in public.
- If someone were to, for example, attempt a robbery with an airsoft gun, they would be charged as if the airsoft gun were a real firearm.[citation needed]
- New York City requires that all realistic toy or imitation firearms be made of clear or brightly colored plastics; furthermore, New York City makes possession of any pistol or rifle or similar instrument in which the propelling force is a spring or air, unlawful without a license. See New York City Administrative Code § 10-131(b) and New York City Administrative Code § 10-131(g)(1)(a)[3]. The rest of New York State is unaffected by these laws, and there are no state regulations limiting or prohibiting airsoft.
- Michigan allows the purchase of Airsoft guns. However, they must have an orange tip on the barrel.
- Texas allows Airsoft guns to be owned but most cities require that the Airsoft guns be discharged only while outside city limits.
- Some cities in Illinois considers shipping or distributing airsoft guns illegal. It is officially now not illegal to remove the red top of the airsoft gun
- According to New Jersey state law, airsoft guns are classified as firearms, and therefore, must follow state firearm laws regarding posession and purchase. Due to this, "technically", airsofts are legal in New Jersey. If you are going to play, you must do so on a private property.
TAKE SPECIAL NOTE ON THE FACT THAT YOU MUST TREAT AN AIRSOFT GUN LIKE A REAL GUN IN PUBLIC, NEVER TAKE IT OUT OF IT'S CASE UNLESS YOU ARE >>>INSIDE<<< YOUR HOME OR AT AN AIRSOFT FIELD. FAILURE TO DO SO WILL GET YOU ARRESTED OR SHOT (BY REAL STEEL)
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You have to be 18 to PURCHASE one, but there is no law saying you have to be a certain age to own an airsoft gun.
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How old do you have own airsoft guns?
You have to be 18 to purchase an airsoft gun but you can be given one by your parents/family members
How old to you have to be to purchase a sight for an airsoft gun?
There is no restriction on age for a sight in the USA.
Where can one purchase a Thompson Airsoft gun?
One can purchase a Thompson airsoft gun online from sites such as HobbyTron, Amazon, eBay, AirgunDepot, TheFind, Airsplat, Airsoft Megastore and AirRattle.
Where can one purchase an Airsoft Electric Gun?
Hobby based weapons like the Airsoft Electric Gun are available for purchase at many specialty and general sites. These include Hobbytron, Amazon, and Airsoft Megastore.
How old do you have to be to own an airsoft gun in the state of Washington?
Most states follow the Federal guidelines for Airsoft ownership. According to Federal law you must be 18 years or older to purhase and own an Airsoft gun in any state. Persons under the age of can purchase and own an Airsoft gun only with parental consent.
Where can one purchase an Airsoft minigun?
One can purchase an Airsoft minigun from a variety of locations. They can try their local gun show, a gun shop and a lot of Walmart stores also stock them too.
Where can you purchase an airsoft revolver?
One can purchase airsoft revolvers at Hobbytron, Airsoft Station, and Air Gun Station online. Large retailers Walmart and Sears sell airsoft pistols and repeaters but do not carry revolvers.
What age limit is it to use a airsoft gun in Oklahoma?
Most states follow the Federal guidelines for Airsoft - You must be 18 or over to purchase and own an Airsoft gun. Persons under the age of 18 can only own an airsoft gun with parental consent.
How old do you have to be to use Airsoft guns in Ann Arbor MI?
In all states, you have to be 18 to purchase an airsoft gun. I had this problem too when I was younger. I just picked the gun, gave my money to my dad or mom, and they went through the checkout line to purchase it for me. This may seem illegal, but its really not.
Where can one purchase a Crosman Airsoft gun in the UK?
You can purchase a Crossman Airsoft Gun in the UK online at Trend Times. They ship toys all over the world. They have many different guns to choose from.
Where can one purchase a Electric Airsoft Gun?
One can purchase an electric airsoft gun from a number of sources both in-person at stores or online from various retailers. Amazon is one company that offers this product.
Where can one purchase an M16 airsoft gun?
The M16 Airsoft gun can be purchased at Hobby Tron, Amazon and Game Spot. A beginner can purchase one for 40 to 50 dollars. You must be 18 years of age to purchase one of these guns.
