What would be good starting airsoft guns?

I'm thinking about playing the airsoft sport since my friend is really into it and wants me to join. What would be good starting guns, assuming I can spend $100 maximum for each gun? Also, tell me more about the airsoft scene, what kind of people are into it, and what are matches and stuff like?




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Look into some of the CYMA AK models, they don't run much more then a $100 and pretty decent for the price.

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Like ilft99 said, the CYMAs are amazing, especially the Kalashnikovs and M14. Spl. Durkee has first hand experience with both; you should send him a quick PM if you want more info. He's a good guy, he'll help you out.

JashimChando wrote:

I'm thinking about playing the airsoft sport since my friend is really into it and wants me to join. What would be good starting guns, assuming I can spend $100 maximum for each gun? Also, tell me more about the airsoft scene, what kind of people are into it, and what are matches and stuff like?

Anything Echo-1 or Cyma. The Cyma AK series is marvelous, I've owned one for years and still use it every once in a while.
I've never had to replace or fix anything...this replica just keeps on shootin'.

For your budget, you can get a Cyma AK-47:
http://www.airsoftextreme.com/store/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=3705

45% of airsofters are in their teens...many of them planning futures in the armed forces...
45% of airsofters are 18+, many of whom background in military service, sport shooting, or electronics...
10% of airsofters are what we call yardsofters, those who run around with $5 springers from walmart making our community look bad.

Most matches (or skirmishes) are FvF (Force vs. Force)...and scenario play is extremely common (ie: capture the flag, king of the hill, etc.)
There is also a large portion of airsoft that is what we call "mil-sim"...scenarios that focus on the most realistic combat simulation.

Welcome to the airsoft community and Airsoft Allies!