Not only do airsoft guns appear to be real, they also shoot plastic pellets also known as airsoft gun BB's. Many of the more expensive models of airsoft guns  such as AEGs airsoft guns are fully automatic airsoft guns. The speed at which airsoft gun bb's come out of airsoft guns is much slower than the speed that bb's are shot out of a traditional bb gun. Generally speaking, this speed allows people to shoot at each other with airsoft guns safely, under certain conditions. The first condition is eyewear. Never, ever, shoot an airsoft gun at someone who is not wearing proper airsoft gun eye protection. Also never shoot an airsoft gun at anyone unless it is an organized airsoft gun game. Proper eye protection means eye goggles rated at least ANSI Z87.1 or paintball goggles. Proper eye protection is not military sun/dust/wind goggles, ski goggles, or shop goggles. Do not risk your own eyes or take on liability for your friend's eyes. Always wear proper eye protection when shooting airsoft guns! 

 Never shoot airsoft guns at animals.

The simplest rule to remember with airsoft guns is to treat them as real guns. An accidental discharge of an airsoft gun at close range can have any number of damaging results including, but not limited too, broken teeth and damaged eyes.

 A airsoft gun case is the safest means of transportation and it also naturally protects your airsoft gun (airsoft guns can be quite fragile) and makes a great place to store airsoft pistols and spare magazines. For many areas an airsoft gun case is the only way to legally transport your airsoft gun. Remember, it is very difficult to visibly distinguish an airsoft gun from a real gun.

Many children don’t realize that even though their airsoft guns are toys, they are not appropriate items to bring into the classroom or onto school grounds. As a result of this lack of understanding on the child’s part, disruption and panic can ensue. On top of that, with the recent zero-tolerance policy regarding bringing weapons (whether real or otherwise) onto school property, there may be serious repercussions. So, if you are a parent reading this, be aware that if your child brings an airsoft gun to school they may be suspended, expelled, or possibly arrested. If you are a student please make responsible choices by not bringing your airsoft gun to school or playing on or near school grounds and without adult supervision.

Another concern that needs to be discussed is the appropriate use of airsoft guns in public places. While there is nothing wrong with playing airsoft with your friends, make sure it is done in the proper environment. In choosing an airsoft arena or venue, private property should be chosen over public places such as streets and parks. By playing on private property, the chances of your airsoft gun game being mistaken for something more are highly diminished. When playing anywhere other than in an indoor airsoft field, it is advisable to play in daylight. This will cut down the risk of both personal injury and the possibility of other people thinking that your airsoft gun is a real firearm. Please be discreet in the locations that you choose to play and remember to never brandish an airsoft gun in public places. Remember, even though you and your friends may know that you are only playing a game, outsider viewers may believe otherwise. Always play it safe with your airsoft gun.