Friday, February 20, 2009

Airsoft Sniper Rifles

Sniping in airsoft can actually be a lot of fun, so if you haven't tried it you may want to give it a shot. You will get a different experience because sniping requires a different set of skills than what you may be used to with your standard AEG. With an AEG you can pump out rounds 10 times faster than you can count and with a high cap magazine each individual shot is not that important in the grand scheme of things. That's why using a sniper rifle can add some new thrill to the game.

You really need to make every shot you take count, because if you miss that vital shot you might not get another chance to get another one off before you're history. Sniping requires patience, accuracy, timing, and strategy. You really need to know how to work the equipment too. The scope has to be sighted correctly and you need to know how to use it to its full effect. You will need to make use of cover and concealment skills to stay hidden from the opposing side. If you don't plan ahead and make good use of your environment you will most likely find yourself in some tight spots. And you definitely don't want to find yourself surrounded when armed only with a single shot sniper rifle and perhaps a semi automatic pistol as a sidearm. Sniping will definitely challenge you, but this is why it is all the more rewarding when you excel at it.

Having a good rifle is essential. We recommend the UTG line of airsoft sniper rifles. They are accurate, powerful, and reliable. Many of the come with a scope so you won't have to worry about picking out the right one. The UTG sniper kits come complete with scopes that fit the rifle seamlessly.

UTG Type 96 Airsoft Sniper Green Kit