MAGAZINES & ACCESSORIES

Explore the World of Airsoft Magazines and Accessories

When it comes to Airsoft, choosing the right magazine is just as important as choosing the right weapon. Different types of magazines offer unique advantages and features that can enhance your gameplay experience. Let’s take a closer look at the various types of Airsoft magazines and the related accessories such as feed lips, inlet valves, exhaust valves, and pull tabs.

Different Types of Airsoft Magazines

There are several types of Airsoft magazines available, each with its own characteristics and benefits:

• High-Capacity Magazines (Hi-Cap): These magazines can hold a large number of BBs, often up to 300 or more. They are ideal for long games where reloading is not an option, but they can sometimes make noise due to the internal spring.
• Mid-Capacity Magazines (Mid-Cap): Mid-Cap magazines offer a good balance between capacity and reliability. They typically hold between 100 and 200 BBs and are noiseless, making them perfect for tactical games.
• Low-Capacity Magazines (Low-Cap): These magazines are the most realistic in terms of capacity, often holding 30 to 70 BBs. They are ideal for Milsim (Military Simulation) games where realism is paramount. In GBB magazines, these are almost always low-cap.

Essential Accessories for Airsoft Magazines

In addition to the magazines themselves, there are various accessories that can help you maintain and improve your magazines:

Feed Lips

Feed lips are crucial for correctly feeding BBs into your Airsoft weapon. They can wear out over time, so it’s important to regularly check and replace them if necessary. This is usually the case with GBB magazines. As the bolt or slide moves over the feed lips with each shot to load a new BB, wear can occur.

Inlet Valves

Inlet valves regulate the airflow in gas and CO2 magazines. Good inlet valves ensure consistent and reliable operation of your magazine. Over time, these can also wear out and start leaking, often due to a dried-out O-ring or the presence of sand and dust.

Exhaust Valves

Exhaust valves are responsible for releasing gas during firing. They need to be well-maintained to ensure that your weapon continues to operate efficiently. The same maintenance considerations apply as with inlet valves.

Pull Tabs

Pull tabs make loading and reloading your magazines much easier. They are especially useful during intense Airsoft games where every second counts. These are often rubber grips that can be mounted on the bottom of magazines. They make it easier to grab your magazines from your pouches and also offer some protection if the magazines are dropped.

At Shogun, we understand that every detail matters. That’s why we offer a wide range of Airsoft magazines and accessories to take your game to the next level. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned player, we have everything you need to optimize your gear and enhance your performance.

Dive into our collection and explore the possibilities for your Airsoft gear. Together, we’ll make your game an unforgettable experience.