From Airsoft to Real: A 10-Step Guide

Turning an airsoft gun into a real firearm is no small, or easy, feat. Nevertheless, there are plenty of individuals out there who have taken up the challenge. It can provide an entirely new shooting experience, but should be approached with caution and a deep respect for regulations and safety. In this article, I'll provide a comprehensive guide to turning an airsoft gun into a real gun.

Steps One & Two: Select the Right Equipment and Appropriate Plan of Action

The very first step to converting an airsoft gun into a viable firearm is to properly identify the right equipment for conversion. It's not as simple as attaching a few parts; rather, it requires crafting a cohesive plan of attack that will bring the project to fruition. Primary parts that may be required include: stock, rent barrel, barrel adapter, blank firing adapter, ammo, bullet guide, trigger assembly, charging assembly, ply grip, suppressor etc. Additionally, it's critical to stay up-to-date on any changes in federal regulation, industry standards, and gun laws.

Step Three: Remove Hop-Up and Assemble Barrel and Adapter

Once the proper configuration and parts have been identified and procured, it's time to get down to business. The first step is to remove the airsoft gun's hop-up unit, by unlocking it from underneath the barrel. The stock barrel should then be pulled from the adapter and then discarded. After getting the adapter and barrel in place, the gun should be ready to fire real ammunition.

Steps Four & Five: Attach Blank Firing Adapter, Fabricate Magazine and Chamber

After the barrel and adapter have been attached, steps four and five involve attaching the blank firing adapter to the barrel. This is to allow the gun to accept real ammunition. From there, you'll need to fabricate a magazine and chamber in order to feed the ammunition into the barrel. Once the chamber and magazine have been created, they'll need to be attached to the barrel.

Step Six: Fit the Bullet Guide and Trigger Assembly

Before the gun can be used, it needs to have a bullet guide and trigger assembly fitted. Installing these components is relatively straightforward, but care should still be taken to ensure they are properly fitted and secured. At this point, the gun should be nearly ready to be fired, but a few final steps still need to be completed.

Steps Seven & Eight: Test and Secure Trigger and Charging Assembly

With the barrel, adapter, blank firing adapter, magazine, chamber, bullet guide and trigger assembly all in place, the gun is nearly ready for use. However, you'll need to test the trigger and charging assembly to ensure they are functioning as expected. If all is well, the charging assembly can be secured in place. It's important to make sure that whatever method is used to secure the charging handle is as tight and secure as possible.

Steps Nine & Ten: Add Buffer Tube and Stock, Assemble Gun

With all the components in positions and secure, the next step is to add a buffer tube and stock to the assembly. This will provide stability and security for the gun during use. Then, the gun can be fully assembled and test fired. Make sure to test fire the gun in a safe and secure environment away from people and animals. Once the gun has been fired and is ready for use, you're ready to take it out for a day of shooting.

In Summary

Converting an airsoft gun into a functional firearm requires quite a bit of thought and preparation. It's a process that shouldn't be taken lightly and should be done with the utmost respect for safety. With the right parts and plan of action, it can be a rewarding experience that results in a usable firearm. Be sure to keep up with any and all relevant laws and regulations, and test fire the gun in a safe and secure environment. Now, go out and get shooting!