Are spring pistols even worth it?

Now I would like a relatively cheap sidearm, but I know that if i got a decent gas powered pistol it would be out of my price range for a while. So if anyone knows a decent spring pistol, I'd like a link (preferably on amazon because I have cards for there). Otherwise... I have no idea.

My personal advice? Don't get a spring pistol. You have to pull back the slide every. Single. Shot. Wastes precious time, in my opinion. If you told me your price range I could help you out more.

I'd say my price range is less than $50. I know its cheap, haha, but I don't really have enough money to spend now. Also, my friends and I have spring skirmishes as well so I could use it then.

Save up maybe 10 more bucks and you could get a decent non-blowback pistol from airsoftgi, if you use the coupon code "tim".

wait, drummer boy, fill me in more about that
and micro, ill show you a great GBB pistol i've been eyeing for only 60 bucks.
w/ that tim thing it could cost less. so tell me more about it please drummer

When you're purchasing your order, when you provide your payment information, you should see a text bar that says "Coupon Code". Type in "tim" (without the quotes) and click redeem and it will take of 10% of the final order. Might not do much good on smaller orders but it still saves you money.

Tokyo Marui Gindan. Apparently they don't have to be cocked for every shot. They instead are semi automatic spring action pistols. See THIS VIDEO for a demonstration.

"50 - 90 FPS"...

DrummerBoyz95 wrote:

"50 - 90 FPS"...

Woah, thats good enough for me if I can have a semi auto spring pistol!
EDIT: http://shop.ehobbyasia.com/firefly-130-upgrade-spring-for-marui-gindan-spring-pistol.html HAHAHA!!

. . . Do us a favor, if you buy that gun, give a review on at. Because I feel a little concerned that they are the only people to make a semi automatic spring powered pistol, and for only $18. . .

AFU wrote:

. . . Do us a favor, if you buy that gun, give a review on at. Because I feel a little concerned that they are the only people to make a semi automatic spring powered pistol, and for only $18. . .

Yeah. I just want one to have one.

SnoSnipe wrote:

AFU wrote:

. . . Do us a favor, if you buy that gun, give a review on at. Because I feel a little concerned that they are the only people to make a semi automatic spring powered pistol, and for only $18. . .

Yeah. I just want one to have one.

Semi auto spring pistol? I didn't realize we'd figured out perpetual motion yet.
...impossible lol.

I have a spring pistol as a backup...but no they're really not field-worthy in my opinion.

Spl. Durkee wrote:

...impossible lol.

Watch the video

It shoots like a Pez dispenser...

Sure, you might as well grab a handfull of BBs and fling them individually at your opponent but hey, it's a friggin semi auto spring pistol!

But yes, you'd be better off buying BBs or gas or food.

it is kinda cool for a spring pistol

LOL there are some weird comments on the video...

Yeah, that pinchofreality is a real card

Kwc colt delta elite is definitely worth it, it shoots great is easily customizable to suit preference. Mine is currently awaiting replica kimber marsoc grips because I accidently ruined my stock grips. It is also very durable and reliable. My thought process on sidearms is that other than cqb they are used primarily as defensive weapons, because of this if you're a good shooter than 1 shot is all you need. Just practice and learn the gun and it'll work just fine. Also mags are easily available at walmart in packs of 2 for like $7.
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elementfrvr wrote:

Kwc colt delta elite is definitely worth it, it shoots great is easily customizable to suit preference. Mine is currently awaiting replica kimber marsoc grips because I accidently ruined my stock grips. It is also very durable and reliable. My thought process on sidearms is that other than cqb they are used primarily as defensive weapons, because of this if you're a good shooter than 1 shot is all you need. Just practice and learn the gun and it'll work just fine. Also mags are easily available at walmart in packs of 2 for like $7.
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Oh ya I used to have one of those...its a good springer. I really wish they had a non-clearsoft version.

if you don't specifically want a springer, and you just want a cheap pistol, you can get a reliable c02 pistol at academy for 50 bucks or less. then of course you'd have to get some c02 (only an extra fifteen bucks).

Or you could go to Big 5 Sporting goods and buy a few canisters of Co2 for like 75 cents each

My speedloader shoots better than that "semi-auto spring pistol" thing. Plus it has a 4-round burst! Seriously though, I'd recommend a CO2 or NBB. I never use springers anymore. They're pretty much worthless in any serious airsoft game. Don't waste your money on a cheap springer when you can get a decent CO2 or NBB pistol.

Hmmm...

and i think this is the same gun

http://www.amazon.com/SoftAir-Spring-Powered-8-5-Inch-Silver-Black/dp/B000TCZ1PI/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&s=sporting-goods&qid=1277693898&sr=1-2

I like springers, but I use a CO2 gun.