Are Airsoft Guns Dangerous?

Are airsoft guns dangerous? Many people ask me that question and at first I gave serious answers, but after hearing the same question again and again I decided to have a little more fun with it.

The people asking the question aren't really asking if airsoft guns are dangerous, they are asking how to be safe with airsoft guns. The reason they don't ask how to play with them safely is beyond me, but I'll answer that question here.

First of all, inanimate objects are inanimate. They are neither safe nor dangerous, they are just there. The person firing the airsoft gun and the person begin fired upon determine whether or not the situation is safe or dangerous. When we break it all down it really depends on the one firing the airsoft gun, because if they are being safe they wouldn't shoot at someone who was not wearing appropriate protective gear.

To be safe while playing airsoft there are a few guidelines that should be followed. Always wear safety goggles. I cannot stress that enough. You can't very well play airsoft if you don't have any eyes.

The next rule of safe play is to only fire when the game is live or when the person knows you are going to shoot them. Do not shoot at people while driving down Main street. This could land you in jail.

Finally, use the airsoft gun as it was intended and only use approved ammo. Leave the orange tip in place so you don't get shot with a real gun.

There is a great article about the guestion, are airsoft guns dangerous if you would like to read up more on the subject.