Airsoft guns are replica toy guns used in airsoft sports.
They are a special type of low-power smoothbore air guns designed to shoot non-metallic spherical projectiles often colloquially referred to as “BBs”, which are typically made of plastic or biodegradable resin materials.
Where To Buy Airsoft Guns In South Africa
Walker Wargame Airsoft Tactical Shop – Johanesburg Branch
Address: Lyndhurst Square, Cnr Drome Roads, Formain. Underground level, 153 Pretoria Rd, Lyndhurst, Johannesburg, 2106, South Africa
Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 4:30PM
Phone: +27 60 846 2569
Airsoft HQ
Address: 14 Granville Ave, Lea Glen, Randburg, 1709, South Africa
Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 4PM
Phone: +27 62 679 6921
Hunting & Tactical Supplies
Address: Shop B2, Mias Outdoor Warehouse, 20 Waterval Cres S, Woodmead, Sandton, 2191, South Africa
Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 5PM
Phone: +27 11 656 3187
Airsoft Pro’s Kzn
Address: Pioneer Cres, Moseley, Pinetown, 4093, South Africa
Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 5PM
Phone: +27 84 096 4057
Is airsoft legal in SA?
They’re legal in QLD and SA but banned in NSW and VIC due to the same appearance laws applied to airsoft markers.
Do you need a license for an airsoft gun in South Africa?
Although airguns do not require a firearms licence in South Africa there are provisions in the FCA that treat the use and ownership of airguns in the same manner as firearms.
This can be from the moment you squeeze the trigger or your behaviour whilst in possession of your airgun.
Do you need a license to own an airsoft gun?
Any person who desires to possess an airsoft rifle/pistol needs a license from the PNP, and he shall file his application in accordance with PNP Standard Operating Procedure No.
13, which prescribes the procedure to be followed in the licensing of firearms. The minimum age limit of the applicant is 18 years old.
How painful is an airsoft gun?
It depends a lot on your protection and pain tolerance. But you will feel the hit. It might feel like a pinch or a bee sting, particularly on bare skin or through thin clothing. It might feel more like a poke if you’re shot through clothing or armor.
Which hurts more airsoft or paintball?
Which hurts more? As there is a considerable difference in the sizes of ammunition Airsoft strikes hurt less than Paintball hits.
Due to the higher impact rate of paintballs, you will often see professional paintballer wear lightweight armour similar to motorcross armour and always sporting full-face protection.