Starting out with Airsoft: The Basics / What You Need to Know - Beginners Guide

A relatively quick look at the basics of getting started in airsoft: What will I need? How much does it costs? Where do I find airsoft sites and of course what to expect when you get there! I've tried to keep this to the very basics to give a good introduction and then will expand in more detail in the future.
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[@KoongYe]

9:43 Cat has logged in the chat. 15:25 Cat2 has logged in the chat. 16:00 Cat2 has logged out the chat. 16:17 Cat has logged out the chat. :(

[@casbailey1911]

ProDoucher this is my life I swear. Except in threes.

[@quinnbrothers2336]

18:21 Cat2 has logged back In to chat 19:21 Cat2 has logged back out of chat 20:57 Cat2 has logged back In to chat and back out 21:02.

[@TemplarScaly]

As I read car has logged in the chat the cat walked in

[@scootmctoot]

Everyone else: paying attention to the advice Intellectuals: *CAT*

[@trey_y]

lmao

[@lukej2362]

You missed gloves. I find gloves are so important getting shot in the fingers hurts so bad

[@w4stedspace]

Yup :( Even had some examples behind me and totally forget... stupid one to forget too, finger shots really sting.

[@chael9323]

Don't forget a cod piece, getting shot in the dick hurts so much. I got shot by a sniper my balls swelled up.

[@rwuua8958]

Yeah I was shot in the back of the hand at point blank range by a teammate once.

[@kehariracing9884]

@@rwuua8958 i once shot a guys asscrack

[@GoldenEagleAU]

I think getting shot in the hand is the worst

[@pergproductions]

Australia would be a terrible place for airsoft. You'll think, "Wow, that hit hurt more than they usually do." Then you look down and find a snake hanging off of you.

[@Epic_Gamer__]

And multiple scorpions 🦂

[@bjornhowl6828]

AKA Arizona ma Bois.

[@IBennx77I]

You could Play indoors

[@urdasellsavon1826]

It’s illegal in Australia to play airsoft

[@PismotHello]

ETFN duh

[@michaelvakarian7906]

“Don’t go out and buy a gun straight away” No.

[@MLGProMaster-tu9tz]

Bruh

[@tacotrashh]

Bruh

[@glasses4870]

Is this a bruh competetion

[@tacotrashh]

@@glasses4870 Say bruh right now

[@bob-mz1wz]

bruh

[@BigEvy]

Me Wearing the absolute cheapest stuff money can buy : wee haha this is fun! Someone wearing the absolute highest quality stuff money can buy : wee haha this is fun !

[@dezz4359]

Yep! Don't need a ton of money to start

[@foufoufun]

Watch out for the laser tripbomb on the left.

[@exacthobosoup1231]

Was thinking the exact same

[@calebstanaway83]

Haha 😂😂😂😂🤣😂🤣😂😂🤣

[@thaibreuer3533]

This ☝️😂😂😂

[@wallhay]

thanks for the heads up :>

[@jamesgreenshade6065]

First thing I noticed too

[@theirishpsychowolf7617]

15:40 my friend runs a Soviet kit with a metal helmet one day everyone full autod his helmet and it was so loud

[@Cheddarfather]

THE IRISH PSYCHO WOLF gottem

[@famanoss8608]

hahaha 😂

[@AuricomXF]

On a scale of 1 to 10, how deaf was he?

[@mistaraa_]

SchnitzelBeat3r My guess would be about a twelve.

[@plagueraven_2210]

Bruh imagine getting hit in the face with a burst grenade

[@HallowedGreaves]

Me literally just ordering a full Spetsnaz loadout: *sweats nervously*

[@itzcarey5346]

Thats literally what I was going to buy

[@usernate5995]

I remeber my first loadout. God I'm so dumb lol. I thought it looked good but it's so bad now that I think about it

[@Sic00]

And how was it?

[@kyr0s_b0yfr1end_spot]

Same and that was before COVID and my local fields are still shut😭😭😭

[@kaiserluch9322]

That was my first loadout

[@Acemans]

Man this is probably one of the best most straight forward guides. Got me to play airsoft like 7 years ago, had to stop by to thank you for the solid advice that potentially saved me a lot of money.

[@w4stedspace]

Great to hear :) Cheers man

[@bayleyanderson9848]

Guys please remember gloves, not just for bbs but scrapes and collisions with nature

[@w4stedspace]

Really meant to mention them, was the one thing I forgot :( Even had some to talk about types behind me! Gloves are almost as important as good boots!

[@jackson22668]

True. I got shot on the knuckles before and it hurts like hell lol

[@jphuffinstuff4661]

Yes. Getting shot in the bare fingernail is no fun.

[@statictv6656]

i cant say ive been sot in the hand but i have shot someone in thiers was bruised for 2 weeks

[@nuip7936]

Bayley Anderson this video is about air soft but this story is about paintball. Always get gloves. I was slipping down a slope in the fires and I was grasping for something to hold onto to stop me from falling into enemy fire, when I spotted a small plant. I grabbed it. Big mistake. It was a stinging nettle

[@michaeldilger9582]

Step one: Move out of Australia

[@corporateoverlord7355]

Michael Dilger are you Aussie mate. Let's do something about this crap yeah. We need this sport I'm in s.a.

[@Ilovenarwhales2]

lol so true

[@tycoon1323]

That’s the most expensive part for you.

[@Redemptify545]

Wait, Don't you guys just use live rounds down there........

[@hades0572]

@@corporateoverlord7355 SA ftl imo, fucking nanny state within a nanny state

[@auseyrobnett8942]

Only item you neglected to mention is hydration. This might be my experience given that I’m in a bit of a drier region, but I’d say the most common injury I see (aside from the ankle injuries you mentioned) are heat casualties. A camelbak, a canteen you can carry on the field (so with a pouch) something like that can keep you running on the field and enjoying the day instead of ending up with a headache. Most of the fields I’ve played at require you have some sort of hydration with you on the field. Otherwise, great starter list / introductory video!

[@w4stedspace]

I forgot gloves also (despite having a pair behind me) but that's a good call, when I come to refresh this video I'll definitely include hydration, thanks! :)

[@Feddioso]

I was waiting for him to mention a canteen and I’ve never played a game

[@nathentownsend3592]

To be fair I thought that was common sense 😂

[@rubenjanssen8491]

@@nathentownsend3592 unfortunaly common sense is not that common anny more

[@jackmartin3398]

He’s out here with rigs and masks and stuff and I’m over here playing against my friends 500 FPS sniper shirts less in his backyard

[@Scoofus_]

Backyard airsoft with your buds is fun. I remember using my buddy’s L96 sniper rifle and he was using his m249. I snuck around on him and peeked a corner and shot that sum bitch on the middle knuckle lmao 😂 good times.

[@ripvanwinkle5199]

@@Scoofus_ were you aiming for the knuckle? Cause if so, you sir are Satan's worst nightmare

[@froggman66]

Dang isn’t 500 FPS like extremely fast for airsoft?

[@ripvanwinkle5199]

@@froggman66 yes. Some fields don't allow 500 fps guns. Really the limit for outdoor fields or where you want your guns to be if you are playing outside is around 400 to 450

[@froggman66]

@@ripvanwinkle5199 yea thx

[@outoftheboxairsoft6122]

Hey man, I know this comment is pretty late, but that is for a reason. I wanted to get into airsoft after watching youtubers play. It looked so fun but I had no idea how to even start. I watched this video, went out to buy a $100 gun and some glasses, and went to an indoor arena. It was so much fun! I have since went to large milsims in different states and such. I was scrolling on youtube again today and saw this video, and I was reminded of when I first started. So I just wanted to say thank you sir, for making this video and getting so many people, me included, into airsoft!

[@martinlutherkingjr.2993]

I can’t seem to find a good beginner gun, what would you recommend or maybe what did you use your first time?

[@lost_wave7352]

Clarisse go it evik for airsoft gi if you are in the US and look at some g&g stuff. They have guns for under $200 that are really good

[@zachariahcuviah5109]

Clarisse you could check out CYMA one Evike or Airsoft GI. Their guns are incredibly reliable and cheap

[@riccardocoffey528]

Clarisse G&g Combat Machine 100%

[@mikalserna155]

Clarisse raider

[@publicranger9648]

This is by far the best Airsoft Beginners Tips video I’ve seen

[@lazydonkey3617]

I saw one that was like 1000 dollars. Backpacks, food, batteries, oil, food, like no one needs that lol

[@dmitrymolotov6428]

Lmg mounted And loaded yes, you the first thing you need for airsoft is a plate carrier with carbon plate inserts, $1500 M4 that ejects shells, $300 1911 that also ejects shells, the most expensive bbs, full ghillie suit some for urban environments too (if it doesn’t exist have it custom made), high quality oil and tool set, ACH level IIIA (because bbs can definitely go through lvl 2 lol), 5.11 tactical backpack, and a bunch of patches.

[@davidl4895]

Dmitry Molotov you also need a year worth of canned food

[@JupiterKnight]

k and yes

[@JupiterKnight]

ok

[@sleepy4016]

I just went airsofting for my first time today. It was by far one of the most fun things I have ever done! This was a really helpful video!

[@biggotcha226]

Did it hurt

[@9_9_9editz]

@@biggotcha226 it stings for like 10 seconds and less painful than paintball by far

[@fregus.]

No idea if you're still reading comments on this old video but it really helped a lot! There's a lot of North American youtubers giving advice to beginners that doesn't really apply as much to UK citizens. Gonna give airsoft a go with some uni mates this year! Cheers!

[@w4stedspace]

Watching and planning a return :) Hope you have a good first forray into things! Airsoft is a ton of fun and glad to have helped even a little introducing someone to it.

[@jmfrost86]

maybe one of the most complete and well explained "airsoft tutorial" on youtube. congrats!

[@w4stedspace]

Thanks man :) Glad people are finding it useful

[@floppymcdankus2905]

does the can't get a weapon in the uk before a certain number of games apply to two tone guns and if so can you own a two tone at the age of 16?

[@floppymcdankus2905]

SKUMMASBAGGUS I didn't know any of that thx. I only asked as I needed one for a costume I'm throwing together for an event and for the character I'm dressing as a two tone works just fine. On the point of a realistic gun when I can legally buy one could I not just re-spray the one I have or remove the two tone paint or is that not an option?

[@MediHusky]

Boldly assuming I can afford jeans, a hoodie, a beanie, a pair of shoes, and skin.

[@nathanvandyke9951]

True

[@bababagelbrain]

How much is skin? Asking for a friend

[@MediHusky]

@@bababagelbrain it costs 1

[@justanamericandoggo6725]

@@MediHusky 1 life?

[@grimsladeleviathan3958]

@@justanamericandoggo6725 1

[@Ace-lr6ji]

I don’t even know if you’ll see this as I’m responding a year after the video was posted but thanks a lot. Every thing you mentioned help, especially the site locator. Keep up the great work.

[@w4stedspace]

Thanks! :)

[@evelynmurillo1889]

The "kitty senses your presence" was so random

[@juelbomb1893]

11:50

[@gooby8953]

people in australia can still sling wildlife at eachother

[@scarab5136]

airsoft but spiders

[@stje233]

@@scarab5136 what about snakes they are a must

[@scarab5136]

@@stje233 snake rpg

[@niiofthekolibros7413]

@@scarab5136 emu tank

[@dmitrymolotov6428]

Jimmy Mi that’s how the emus won against NZ and Australia lol

[@samlepro3]

Video alone was very helpful: 10/10. Voice and accent made it an 11/10. Kitty cameo made it a 12/10.

[@danielk1560]

Gear I had for my first ever game: 1# Croccs - Tactical battle-ready shoes that everyone can get 2# Mittens - Most comfortable hand protection 3# The hoodie - Nothing says chad more than a 5-year-old hoodie that you only wear at home now 4# Second hand AR with a broken fire mode switch - Yep, my trigger finger is that quick. definitely not going full auto indoors.

[@w4stedspace]

lol :) Now THAT is a proper first game kit-list!

[@zoogoo404]

*Distant Australian sobbing*

[@thefishoftruth235]

Upside down austrailian sobbing

[@jahascootsyt4669]

We’ve got an alternative Called gelball or gelsoft where you shoot small orbee like gel balls out of a gun like air soft and its fun. It’s like a combination between paint ball and air soft

[@Smoothinator]

we got gel blasters we gud

[@nathanr5023]

@@jahascootsyt4669 pretty sure they are illegal aswell. :(

[@mikenov.3468]

My grandpa left me and he went to Australia, do you see him.

[@CocainePirate]

Another tip, make friends everybody there has a common hobby and when your playing to together you can make best friends when playing. Also a way to do this, is it somebodys alone call them over to your table and start a conversation.

[@vicentegodoy5493]

Thats social interaction and i dont support it

[@dumbleking5172]

@@vicentegodoy5493 Micheal? A crackhead?

[@kid.hudson_]

I met my ex on SC viper. Opposite teams, we kept butting heads ironically she was their with her bf at the time, we exchanged numbers, kept in touch and ultimately went out like a few months later.

[@noldorwarrior7791]

Useful so they dont take the game seriously.

[@PetrasAnchorGoat]

@@dumbleking5172 a introvert :v

[@nakivad]

I'm a 100% newbie: I'm still mulling over the idea of getting into the sport. I found your video VERY informative and helpful. THANK YOU!

[@glymps]

So did you?

[@thegamingcailan]

So did you?

[@Kocicimejdan]

So did you?

[@FernandoLopez-wi6pb]

So did you?

[@withloveelli8920]

did you?

[@qlog8325]

Mad to think that this was the video that got me into airsoft and what to buy. It’s fun to look back and see how much times have changed with my kit since this video

[@w4stedspace]

That's awesome! Thanks for coming back and letting me know, really cool hearing how this helped people get started :)

[@joshualatham2138]

How to get good airsoft gear= army surplus stores

[@JoJo-rh8ec]

maybe shoot up the school and then say it's a bbgun

[@unknowngaming1432]

Joshua Latham True

[@seanstrickland4970]

Joshua Latham army surplus gear is crap, I don't play airsoft but every gun gear I buy is usually from civilian companies. They just do it way better.

[@Oddytwin]

I entirely agree with most of your recommendations, but I have a couple suggestions. First, if you are going into a CQB/CQC environment, I HIGHLY RECOMMEND AN ATHLETIC PROTECTOR/NUT CUP. As a player, and occasional ref, I CAN'T COUNT how many times I have been/seen players shot in the junk. While generally it's not a huge deal, and it won't happen often, but when it does you will be very unhappy for a while. (Short side story, had a player get hit in the junk from 15 feet away, and was in so much pain he stripped off all face protection, and puked on the spot. I'm not kidding when I say this will make you SO much happier in the long run) Second, for those who do wear glasses, make sure you find goggles that can accommodate your glasses without pushing them around too much OR being too loose. If they are too tight, you may find that they are hard to get on and off, and then end up making your head/face hurt, but if they are too lose they might not protect your eyes and end up causing MANY more issues for you. Just a couple of recommendations from my experiences as a ref, and a player

[@zeblackcat9398]

We got a real MVP right here. Looking out for us. A true champion of the people

[@Chris-tl1qw]

Oddytwin I think I'll be done with airsoft now...

[@Oddytwin]

I mean, Airsoft isn't a sport for everyone. Got to be okay with the down sides. But hey, both my hobbies are fairly dangerous

[@Oddytwin]

Btw Wasted, if you come to the US and want to try out some of the airsoft thats's in the smaller communities, come to Michigan, where you get every experience. Everything from hot, and sunny, to a real blizzard. The field I play on has a 16k sq ft indoor field in an old factory.

[@brentbotes926]

Oddytwin thanks for the recommendation on the glasses but for me I have learnt to rather just take of my glasses and leave it with someone who isn't playing or leave it in the car

[@tristanevrs]

Great vid! I got a two tone gun years ago and ended up not even being able to go and sold it, I have now decided I definitely am going to get into it and I already told myself I won’t make that mistake again, it completely makes sense to just go and play a few times over weeks and months before getting a gun, and also by then you will be able to get your UKARA defence and buy a decent gun that ISNT in a bright and goofy two tone,

[@xBigSmokey__]

This is really helpful, I’m going for my first time this Sunday and I didn’t know what I should do much but now I do, thank you

[@mutant_darktide]

I’m pissed that Airsoft isn’t allowed in Australia. Cool, likes.

[@shahinIII]

😂😂😂this is crazy man... Why though?

[@HomebrandFishfood]

DJ VELCURVE someone shot some place up ages ago and I think they banned all types of guns

[@Dogirot]

Play gelsoft instead. It’s pretty much the same

[@recheat8264]

@@Dogirot I play it, I have a modified vector with a custom paint job.

[@isoldmykidneysforyoutubepr3605]

Why Australia why?!

[@pancake1493]

Should I get a cat for air softing since it was behind you ??

[@JammanTV]

You need the cat for its anti fogging properties. Probably.

[@reesedavis2639]

sammy cuellar if you carry a cat you instantly get 9 lives in the match

[@jerryh9526]

sammy cuellar If your sniping the cat will spot you enemies with binoculars.

[@alexasmussen29]

sammy cuellar Butthole suppressor

[@youngla1475]

Use it as a distraction

[@starklar1986]

i literally wore crocs the first time i went airsofting

[@SneakyLinky323]

I wore some high top vans they worked well

[@Dunny727]

I wore sandals with socks

[@bababagelbrain]

@@Dunny727 so repulsive that the pellets didn’t want to hit you lol

[@Metafelle]

ultra-protective, drip so hard the bullets literally curve away from your body

[@sburns303]

Very informative video, I’m looking to start going to a few games with some buddies myself and I feel a lot of the information you’ve shared here will be really usedful. New sub!

[@CF2321]

Steps to youtube success 1. Obtain a cat 2. Climb the youtube ladder

[@yerroc9816]

3. ??????? 4. Profit.

[@litdexblast6532]

Weird flex but ok

[@thatguyonyoutube807]

The funniest memory I have playing airsoft was I think my 3rd game, so I was really new to it, but I had joined the military a year before hand so I was much better in fire fights and tactics than most people there. Everyone knew I was new to the sport, and expected me to be pretty bad at it. They realized I wasn't when I cleared a 2 story building and took out 9 people by myself.

[@butterturtle56]

ThatGuyonKZbin "spray and pray"

[@jo31b]

ThatGuyonKZbin reservist

[@themanbehindu5243]

"Clear a two story building"

[@themostpicklelettucerickto8149]

spray and spray? never spray and pray man

[@lewisw3436]

ROMAN GENERAL hail Ceaser

[@lrg_focus312]

Dude this was amazing I'm just starting out with airsofting and this list was perfect (i have friends who airsoft a lot and who have convinced me to get into it) and they said you were the guy. You just earned a sub

[@jakeeggen5958]

Wonderful video man!! This was so helpful and you seem like such a nice person.

[@newgenerationcreators6978]

Him earlier: What are you doing cat? I'm trying to record a video. (cat is not in camera shot) Cat while climbing onto the wall behind the guy without him knowing: Laughs in sith lord

[@lilszech2333]

Laughs in Obi wan Kenobi

[@shoruda]

”What are you doing cat?” Dirty mind intensified

[@justanamericandoggo6725]

@@shoruda step cat

[@fbihorse]

Is it just me or does it look like a sniper is trained on his position

[@1onehunna562]

it’s his washing line

[@silversouls4599]

Bna Roblox no dip lol

[@klai399]

@@silversouls4599 no shit*

[@ruipena4945]

you never heard anyone say "no dip sherlock"?

[@itzbeendakavgaming5632]

I think said sniper is studying the rock wall behind him from a long range.

[@raze4555]

9:45 cat :D thank you for the video, just was planning bying full loadout and discovered new things, thanks man, really helped!

[@Samzlat]

Thanks alot, really helps to have an honest review of someone who has experience with the sport can give some good tips and ideas for gear.

[@thefishyfriend3715]

This guy looks and TALKS like the sniper in TF2...

[@w4stedspace]

lol ;)

[@thefishyfriend3715]

so congrats ;)

[@dynamitedinosaur4601]

"Sniping's a good Job Mate"

[@themadpyro8560]

Except he's British and the sniper's Australian

[@pcarrierorange]

Rage games Ftw Sniper's a Kiwi. You are fake news,

[@TheLegend-ip8oq]

“If the glasses break you won’t get injured so wear these instead” Even they don’t injure you I would be way to scared anticipating my glasses breaking

[@Glorfindel_117]

I think he meant to say if the BB breaks when it hits the glasses, it wont hurt you as its solid glass/plastic instead of mesh. XD

[@gustavlantz]

First video I saw with you was the one about Hopup. Now this. Despite being 6 years old this is the best start guide I've seen thus far. You really need to get back to airsoft videos, great content!

[@w4stedspace]

Yeah man, I prolly should :) Thanks for the kind words! Glad they helped

[@TheSlug2143]

This video has been really inciteful and helpful in understanding the initial costs. Thank you!

[@masonsakauye3940]

I have a friend who plays in a Tank top and shorts

[@sojjjer]

Honolulu_Vlogger Rambo mode engage

[@Drillz007]

that is standard for paint ball in america

[@Hanbanboy]

wow I bet he thinks hes cool

[@FurseYT]

Jade Dragon 2098 I used to play airsoft with my mates in tank tops and shorts but I could never play like that in paintball.

[@feartheghus]

Off the 94block badass mode engaged

[@cherriberri8373]

You told me it wouldn't hurt. But then my first session was with all gas and most of them being like 300 FPS+ heavy BB's. Honsetly, even if I was gonna cheat, I would never want to cheat with those guns pointing at me.

[@fayevibar7560]

It kind of hurts really. Hahaha. Some people get wounded by the bb's too.

[@PrinceJes]

What were you wearing?

[@seamusbyrne8259]

@@fayevibar7560 yeah, I shot somebody sub 3 metres in the hand with a gun that shoots .2g at 320 FPS. And guess what, somehow the BB penetrated the skin?

[@SquooshyCatboy]

Seamus Byrne A small metal ball that hits in a concentrated space, at 320 FPS, not suprised

[@Ruxian]

Doubled Down3727 airsoft is not bb or pellet guns, they are plastic or biodegradable polymer

[@hideousphidias]

Everytime I go to look a airsoft gear this video is at the top of the feed. Would love to see more on airsoft from you and even maybe some thing about RC too.

[@BlackravenarmouryUk]

Late to the party but as someone who’s looked for a long time to get into this hobby, your video has pushed me a bit closer. Great vid and advice - Alex

[@Crimethoughtfull]

3 months later, and I, too, am looking to get into this as a hobby. How has your experience been?

[@BlackravenarmouryUk]

@@Crimethoughtfull personally I ended up being put off by a mix of things, in particular a fe KZbinrs that seem to derive entertainment value from headshots. I’m no snowflake, but between that and all the restrictions on weapon purchases and licences… I changed my mind 🤷‍♂️

[@tankdempsey9546]

I just run my grandpas old woodland uniform and helmet from when he was in Vietnam, with my M16 and 1911

[@nicolasvillavicencio1835]

Tank Dempsey k

[@PARABLM_]

Tank Dempsey cool

[@NiiminTV]

Tank Dempsey That's cool af

[@n.i.t.f919]

Tank Dempsey I use my old MARPATS DESERTS FROM AFGHANISTAN

[@tankdempsey9546]

PINKY Zz Nice

[@noahbergman7777]

I've been playing airsoft for 3 years but I still find myself watching this

[@kozkiuxko7496]

The lord

[@noahbergman7777]

@@kozkiuxko7496 yes child

[@kozkiuxko7496]

I praise upon you

[@noahbergman7777]

@@kozkiuxko7496 as you should

[@thespybehindyou7736]

You can’t lose an airsoft match because nobody can shoot the lord.

[@donalddeffely7049]

Hi I live in the US and your airsoft field locator is amazing I do hope you do more videos like this

[@gregorye.seneffsr.767]

Very good video. It covers some very introductory matters well - especially for those who think it would be "uncool" to ask about it. The cats didn't bother me. I agree adding hydration and mentioning the gloves would be a good edit.

[@CaptainShack]

Thats not what I expected your cat to look like! :P

[@theswaff699]

meow

[@saltdetected1756]

+TheXPGamers wow cap, just say it out of spite.

[@bails6441]

Oh, so it's a "my cats better than yours situation now!?!" Lol jk. I didn't expect two though.

[@crisis8v88]

+TheXPGamers They're very cute, until you realize that their sense of the edge of the camera frame is a bit too uncanny.

[@w4stedspace]

+crisis8v88 Better than mine, that's for sure..

[@jenex1308]

Why am I watching this while lockdown who knows

[@stevenkent6298]

Idk I want to get into airsoft now but can’t because of quarantine

[@doomenjoyer8815]

Gomy Plays relatable

[@josh.romani5345]

@@stevenkent6298 im buying my gun, and face gear so as soon as places open this summer ill be set

[@thehuntingoutdoors5200]

Same

[@thehuntingoutdoors5200]

Same

[@perezpayeet845]

Thank you for this video, I'm really looking forward to starting out in airsoft and didn't really know where to start.

[@smpyxd7930]

This is soo useful, I was gunna buy a sniper(which isn’t the best start gun) but now I’ve watched this it makes it soo much easier.

[@Morphologis]

That's not what I expected your mortar joints to look like, impressively well maintained home sir.

[@TEGCQuantum]

Morph he still won't forgive you for blowing up the cap's ship!

[@TheTartanFox]

Morph I can't believe you blew up the constitution

[@bails6441]

I couldn't help admiring the wall either XD

[@w4stedspace]

+Bailey Smith Rogor that.. ask for +1's for a good wall next time. ;)

[@bails6441]

+w4stedspace IS THERE A BETTER ONE?????

[@lucasoneill9662]

In Canada we ban guns but you have to play with a 300+ fps gun because it is literally illegal to own a weaker gun

[@tbgarage8953]

Wait a minute

[@jothejoker6771]

O_o

[@tamashi4242]

Wait, I have an airsoft that is 260 fps. . .

[@Fulcrumn9]

Just checked and your right. Thats insane.

[@HeartOfDavid]

Thanks so much for this video. As someone who is just trying to get started this helped because there was so much that other videos or blogs just don't touch on enough.

[@w4stedspace]

Happy to have helped :) Appreciate the kind words!

[@thatonerandomnonbinary2839]

Kid laughs at me with goggles on Me: pulls out minigun SAY HELLO TO MY LITTLE FRIEND

[@grayelitewolf_3647]

@@AngelsTrumpett no one asked

[@w4stedspace]

100 gold says 50% of the comments are 'that was not what I expected you to look like!' :P Forgive my noobishness with the camera equipment etc.. I'm learning fast I promise :)

[@chrisdrew1768]

actual hobo w4sted space

[@DaemosDaen]

+w4stedspace um.... no, that's pretty much what I expected.

[@alexjohannessen8039]

+w4stedspace you know i figured you would be older looking but then again i sound like my dad and he is like 50

[@theswaff699]

you forgot the link to thw goggles...

[@nec4480]

+w4stedspace I already knew what you looked like so I can't be part of the bet, however when I did first see you on stream I thought to myself. "Boy he looks a lot like Hugh Laurie (Dr House)" And I still stick to that thought.

[@howiemandel8921]

Step 1: don’t have a poor, average salary.

[@w4stedspace]

It's tough when you are young or struggling on income for sure, I've been there myself... but not impossible. Depending where you live there can be very good second hand markets both on kit and AEGs themselves that saves a ton over buying things new with honestly little downside if you are willing to learn maintenance. Sites vary, but there are also places that focus on making the experience cheap. If travel is the issue, then I feel ya... not much you can do if there's no site near you unless local laws allow for setting up something yourself or local club games, but airsoft is definitely not dominated by money, just does need a little investment to enjoy. I've personally only ever bought 1 new rifle, the rest have been second hand, and the one new one was from the cheapest end possible. I'd rather work on them and save cash!

[@angelyssegarcia6529]

I’m young and I have to use the power of the purse so yea

[@zacharywright165]

I’m 17 and work part time min wage at a gas station and I can easily afford Airsoft. Now, I had to switch to Airsoft from paintball because it’s WAY more expensive. But Airsoft is realistically really cheap, and anyone who has a job can scrape together a couple hundred bucks to start out, and just rent if you really wanna play.

[@zacharywright165]

Howie Mandel and if it’s still tight, ditch all the bullshit MilSim stuff. 90% of it is costume stuff anyways and is totally unnecessary for the average player on the average field

[@sleazykilla360]

I'm sorry but I have to agree, don't get into airsoft if you don't have money, you'll only be teasing your self by looking at all the shit you can't afford xD

[@PetrasAnchorGoat]

I love this guys accent its just 👌

[@TheYazadbacha]

Such a great and honest review, very well done.

[@STARZFAN31]

Btw, two years later and your video is still quite true and relevant. Useful for first time players. I know I was so many probably are too, nervous when they first go play.. Its like that first day at a new school. You dont know what or who to expect, you arent sure what to do.. you are intimidated. I am comfortable now because I found everyone I played with to be helpful, willing to give advice, fair, and I got to try a variety of different types of guns.. People are usually very willing to show and demonstrate the weapons they use to you. Get past the butterflies in your stomach the first day and you will probably find yourself playing something you really enjoy.

[@chimingw]

“Airsoft license” *laughs in american*

[@1ksubswithoutvideoshuh291]

Vysulo stole the comment lmao

[@happynappy100]

Mass shootings Laughs in English

[@tuberdumb7377]

Reed Willis yeah I just saw the original one

[@nieistotnyosobnik6168]

Orange tip Laughs in polish

[@mrgoodygoodygumdrop]

Cries in Australian

[@larscorneliussen8252]

this was a great video, been watching airsoft videos for a while now, and really wanna start it out! but every video that advice is about guns so this was a great allround starter break down thanks!

[@w4stedspace]

Glad to help :)

[@ZakPorterBridges0451]

Hey - do NOT apologize for your cats. They're lovely. Great informative video. Gonna start getting some gear together for January. Proper excited to start!

[@w4stedspace]

Best of luck! I personally love a bit of winter airsoft as long as the weather is dry, it's FAR easier to warm up than it is to cool down so hope it goes well for you :)

[@ZakPorterBridges0451]

@@w4stedspace I hope so too. Gonna start with some rental games first, then get my UKARA code. Damn, I'm so excited.

[@Mr.SmileyFaceGuy]

Me going out and buying a gun and 5k bbs before even looking into where the closest arenas may be: Interesting.

[@Josh-jf5qn]

InfinityReaper0 same but I have a Airsoft field close to me I think

[@tomi9562]

I have one field about 3hours awayvif goikg on bike but with car only 56min but i dont have a car -_-

[@gravestoner2488]

@@tomi9562 you can ride a bike at 1/3 the speed a car drives? 🤣

[@tomi9562]

@@gravestoner2488 according to google maps

[@gravestoner2488]

@@tomi9562 i don't think Google maps knows your biking speed. Average is 6mph, meaning the driving time would been to be based off driving 18mph to be accurate. But younger people might be able to go 2x as fast, I assume you are young. So 12mph and 36mph respectively. I assume the driving speed on Google maps is the streets speed limit and a majority of the drive will probably be 55mph. For an average of 50 given stops, traffic, and slower streets. 50/3 is still over 15mph which would be really hard to do. I would expect a biking trip to take 6-10x the driving time, realistically. So something like 6-10 hours 🤔

[@Jethammer117]

My first war I literally just showed up in a hoodie, ghost mask, blue jeans, safety glasses, and motorcycle gloves with my cheap scar-l and not so cheap glock 18c decided to play frontline but now I upgraded my new gas scar to a scar 20 and I play sniper

[@SeaKeebs]

Im getting into airsoft and im Gonna wear an oversized hoodie thick sweatpants mesh Face and goggles aling With a m4 and pistol kit im getting i think ill be able to store The magazines in the huge pockets i have

[@CanadianPhinsFan853]

Dont call it a fuckin war. Call it a game you shit. Some vets actually saw war and play this GAME. So call it a bloody game ya coof.

[@B_V_G]

@@CanadianPhinsFan853 why are you so mad? It’s not that deep

[@Cheesy12334]

Thanks so much, I have had questions and wanting to go for a while. This helps

[@kataclizmicgaming3497]

hoping to start airsoft soon so very helpful thanks!👍 Outro music is clean👌

[@w4stedspace]

New video series out now about choosing your first gun, what we recommend and ALL the ways it can go horribly wrong! Check it out here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mYu2ZXilm7SWmbM

[@gasrat3138]

i live in New York City, and it is totally outlawed here, so... fuck, i wish that i could play

[@zoden6305]

What type of helmet was in the video?

[@zoden6305]

And tell me what type of mask you have

[@STARZFAN31]

Having played paintball for years,, I kinda know what to expect. A friend recommended the CYMA M-14 full size and it works wonderfully. Comes from the factory with a 6.05mm barrel, fairly tight tolerance so must use quality bb's and I find it works best with about 32gram bb's. What you said about face and eye protection cannot be stressed enough. Do NOT skimp or be cheap about the face and eye protection you buy. Often you may come around a corner and exchange shots with an opponent at close range. Getting hit in the face at close range is something you will not soon forget and if it hits an eye, you just lost one. Protection is number one.

[@Avocado7765]

I haven’t gone airsofting yet but I did buy a co2 SAA 6 gun and a 1892 lever rifle. I really hope I didn’t waste a lot of money (especially since neither of them are semi or fully automatic) and I understand the point of trying airsoft first, but I feel like even if I don’t like airsoft, they’re still really neat to have. I’m just waiting for a cooler day.

[@peezyorpj]

Good advice: As he mentioned, a lot of times you probably missed the enemy. So you should invest in a tracer unit to see where your bbs are going. It can help you lead your shot if you’re firing at a moving opponent. It will also give you a better idea to determine if you hit somebody or not. And if somebody claims that you didn’t hit them with a ref or something, you know they’re lying. Or use a flashlight. 🤷🏽‍♂️

[@w4stedspace]

New video out showing the differences between face protection and how best to keep yourself safe! Backs up what I said here but really pushes home the issues with mesh! Check it out before buying any eye protection! Link here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/p5Wqg2N_l7BniZY

[@matthewkim9984]

what you should get is a good military style vest, one that has back prot as well. I have one that is very similar to the real thing. You really don't need to waste money on a vest and belt, a single vest that is complete will do. The magazines are more orderly, in actual pouches, and you can easily attach the pouches to molle. Just a thought, seems more efficient :),

[@nomikeynonomikey6634]

w4stedspace are you going to start doing more airsoft vids

[@jackroberts572]

exact same starting gear mate, down to the fine hat

[@MrAmw1]

great video, myself and my daughter are thinking of taking this up, just the advice I was after thankyou

[@D_B91]

Jokes aside, very useful video however I have to point out at approx 13:10 you begin to explain why not to purchase a sidearm first. Where I am from, local sites I have called and enquired about only provide a sidearm for rental. So to be honest. I don’t think it matters too much if a sidearm is your first gun, if you can find the fun in moving through with just a pistol, you immediately will know you will love and appreciate the time and effort you went/will go through to acquire your UKARA license ID.

[@samuelcroll344]

My dreams were crushed just one minute into the video 1:00

[@dylancasey1702]

I feel your pain mate

[@Tokii141]

F

[@mouldysandwich8678]

closest thing Australia has got is gelsoft. Not as powerful as airsoft but it's still cool

[@scalesandtrails9019]

bro i fell so sad for Australians i know im not an Australian but i want to live there nooo!!!!!p.s i live in north America

[@mouldysandwich8678]

scales and trails yeah. It’s does suck but it’s not all doom and gloom. We have an Australian alternative

[@markburnett2971]

Thanks for all the info I’m just getting into this and got my first game next month

[@gajackso]

Excellent primer. Thanks!

[@sakisboy4834]

Your voice is so soothing...

[@Epic_Gamer__]

Micheal rosen

[@mw2zorzest]

his voice sounds like he's in the process of a cooking show, "now you crack an egg on the edge of the bowl..."

[@macnate1237]

ASMR is where it's at.

[@juicearth999]

...

[@levimarincus5785]

I bet more people were looking at the cat instead of him at 10:20

[@Yvngxkay-]

Levi Marincus lol me

[@therealouro]

Levi Marincus I looked at da cat

[@soundwavy38]

Yep

[@lemurlemur4029]

YES

[@thaibreuer3533]

Can confirm

[@ophelia6044]

Wow, I thought that your chennel is specialised in airsoft, untill I saw your content! + this video is one of the most viewed ones! Good on ya mate

[@danielspeak2614]

I know this is an old video but really found it helpful, thinking of starting airsoft and this has been a great starting point.

[@mattbrown4563]

Airsoft review I can get behind. Saw this a long time ago. Opinion hasn’t changed. Still recommend to any new players I come across

[@w4stedspace]

Thanks man :) Glad you feel it was appropriate!

[@coolminecraft1457]

Matt Brown I want to start soon and this is very helpful

[@mc_alex006]

THE BEST STARTER VIDEO. i used it and watched it for the 3 days before my first airsoft game.

[@solid2869]

I’d highly recommend some decent optics as well. Red dots are great for smgs and assault rifles, they really help since when you use iron sights you have the line up the front sight post with the back one, which really affects target acquisition

[@flightsimfinn8552]

great video, keep up the good work!

[@maxlee2340]

This is awesome thank you so much. My brothers and I go to a junkyard near our house and we made obstacles and forts all over that place. When our cousins are over we kinda fool around and make teams and stuff but I want to get into more advanced playing against higher skilled players so this helps a lot. Thanks again, very good advice.

[@JailerGamer]

10:15 ur cat is trying to enter mexico

[@w4stedspace]

No ladder (or rope..) needed! ;)

[@reidbobrownicki8493]

Cats. They know everything. They can read your mind! Through a camera recording! Before you even see the recording! AUGH!

[@StevenTheAristolianNerd]

w4stedspace So do I buy a cat for airsoft because he was behind you as well as the gear.

[@milenio0647]

JailerGaming 2 cats are trying to go to MEXICO!

[@spagoot]

potato crumbs from britain?

[@user-sw5ww6xu6o]

Very good tutorial video I would very much like to try airsoft. I'm 67 is that to old to start .I'm retired and need do some kind of activity. Going back to your video,you explained in detail what is needed .10 out of 10. Great advice.

[@w4stedspace]

As long as you are feeling OK with the concept there's no reason why 67 would be too old! One of the best bits about airsoft is the inclusivity and the ability to do things at your own pace regardless of who you are or your age. Great for exercise and having a reason to meet new folks. As options go, it's a pretty good one and lacks some of the downsides of a lot of sports where you end up a bit more forced pace wise. It also has the secondary benefit of having plenty of tinkering and prep done at home so even when you aren't actively playing it's a fun hobby. Thanks for the kind comments, glad to have helped!

[@averytheraisin8357]

Thanks, I'm getting into airsoft right now and its fun. Thank you for the advice!

[@icebergo6]

In return for doing such a great video, I'm leaving comments as you requested. You've got a great demeanor and pacing when speaking so it's easy to listen and learn from your post. You also have a rather well balanced opinion that takes into account a lot of what is noobs are thinking about and steer us in the right direction. I look forward to other posts! Good job. Oh yeah, I don't think you mentioned gloves. May not be needed on day 1 and many may like the dexterity loss when wearing them. But I can see how they're a good and inexpensive thing to have with you.

[@bylejakinick]

cool comment :)

[@collinjohnson9383]

C Pulliam I

[@thepinkmailbox6719]

C Pulliam Agreed

[@M.Godfrey]

Just want to say man I’ve never done air soft before and after watching your video I feel a lot more clued up! Thanks very much, great and very informative video.

[@simonperks5289]

Great post! I want to try this!

[@jasonaaron943]

Hi there I'm just getting into AirSoft 👍 & watched your videos 👌 & I have to say they are very intuitive & you guys are BRILLIANT 👌 THANK YOU, THANK YOU VERY MUCH 😜 Keep posting your brilliant video's 👍👍👍