Maximum power for airsoft

[stevew]

Thanks.

So it looks like anything over 2.5 joules is no longer classified as a toy but an airgun or airweapon.

But so long as it doesn't exceed air pistol limits (7.5joules) it is perfectly legal to own.

And, because it is a realistic airgun rather than a realistic airsoft, you don't have to be a member of a skirmishing club to buy one.

That's a lovely thought, AJS, but my experience is that sellers bounce up and down shouting about UKARA defence regardless of the pistol's power output.

[Arthur John Smithsplease]

That might be because not all airsoft sellers are also rfds.

[bighit]

the scottish airgun license bodies take on it http://airweapon.scot/faqs/

What guns are not covered by the new law?
The new law does not distinguish between different firing mechanisms – if your air weapon has a barrel and can fire a missile between 1 joule and 12 foot pounds (or 6 foot pounds for an air pistol), then it is covered by the new legislation.

The law does not cover guns that are essentially toys, or which are not considered firearms. For example, BB guns or airsoft guns will not usually require a certificate. If in doubt, ask your firearms dealer or the police.

Crossbows and underwater guns, such as those used for spear-fishing, are also not covered by the new legislation.


Are airsoft guns covered?
Realistic imitation airsoft guns with a muzzle energy below 2.5 joules (or 1.3 for fully automatic guns) are not covered by the new legislation. These guns are already controlled by the Violent Crime Reduction Act 2006. Airsoft guns above these muzzle energies may require a certificate – you should contact the police for advice.

[gingernut]

Firearms Legislation for toys..
What a Country!

I like the way the Scottish Advice uses Joules and foot pounds in the the same sentence.
Is it to confuse,careless or sitting on the Brexit fence?