AIRSOFT:sitrep

"But Mom all the kids have one..."

We had a request for a few tips to help talk parents into buying you an airsoft gun.  Well, it was tough because it all is about personal responsibility.  Parents don't buy airsoft guns for several reasons.

1 - This stuff ain't cheap.

2 - Your parents are tired of picking up, stepping over, or in general messing with your stuff.  They need more of your stuff in the hallway like they need a hole in the head.

3 - They don't want you to get blown away by someone who thinks you have a real gun.

All this gets down to how you act.  Personal responsibility.

1 - This stuff isn't cheap.  Offer to work it off.  Use your birthday money.  Help your Granny clean out her garage.  Sorry, no easy answer here.  Try and negotiate.  They pay half for your birthday, etc.

2 - Sorry.  But if you are guilty of this one, you'll have only one way out.  Clean it up.  Suck it up.  Hey, if your folks have to ask you 12 times to take out the trash, what is the chance you'll keep this in the box or bag?  Negotiate with you parents.  They'll be shocked.

3 - What is your plan for responsible ownership?  Gun bag?  Cool.  Where will you play?  The local park?  Bad idea.  See if there is a place to play that the local law enforcement folks approve. www.milsimtactical.com  Here is a great place that is safe for everyone.  You may not live in Southern California, but you can find a place if you try.

OK guys, that's it for advice.  Email me or post if you have some good ideas on how to get your folks on your side.

Steelhawk Airsoft Industry Store Opens Its Pistol Course

Steelhawk's Industry store is happy to announce the opening of an indoor pistol course.

Small groups of players manuever through 2,000 square feet of a challenging maze of hallways and small rooms.  There are no easy shots as there is exposure in the doorways at every turn.  Ask the staff to make it even more challenging by adding smoke to the mix.

The games are quick and it takes lightning like reflexes to stay alive.  Bring a friend and play one on one or join in with some of the best players in Southern California.

Hours

• Friday 7pm to Midnight
• Saturday 7pm to Midnight
• Sunday Noon to 5pm

Special hours for parties or groups can be easily arranged.

Cost: $10

Rules: Pistols only and full face masks (paintball style) are required.

Rental pistols: $7

Rental masks: $5