IPSC airsoft competition

Glock18C · February 27th, 2006, 20:30

can anyone help me as to the basics items i need to convert my pistol into a airsoft IPSC style?

i have a hi capa 4.3 and i was told its not really recommended that i use it. but i'd like to build from that anyways.

i have installed:
aluminum slide
nine ball outer barrel
nine ball inner 6.03mm accuracy barrel
nine ball short stroke recoil spring

anything else?

hammer spring? % (percentage)?
firing pin?
high flow valve?

any help would be greatly appreciated.

Thank in advance!

Groombug · February 27th, 2006, 20:58

Which class do you intend to compete in?

Glock18C · February 27th, 2006, 21:04

Quote:

Originally Posted by Groombug

Which class do you intend to compete in?

i'm new to IPSC. but i would say "standard class"

Shinjin_MC · February 27th, 2006, 22:17

you need a healthy dose of ugly for those

http://gungineer.cande.biz/handgun/gunsmith199.htm

where in canada are you shooting IPSC?

ive wanted to do pistol-type stuff with airsoft for a while

Eddie · February 27th, 2006, 22:26

Damn that thing is ugly but theres a whole lot of custom in it. :lol:

FieroGT · February 27th, 2006, 23:21

It may be cheaper for someone to actually get their restricted PAL, and pickup an actual handgun, and compete in a stock gun IPSC class. Thats what I would personally do, but thats just me. Although its not as cheap to feed a 9mm as it is an airsoft.

(Edit: But then again I guess thats always been the case with airsoft versus real. But in this peticular case if youre really interested in IPSC I would lean towards real, if that happens to fit your current situation.)

Scarecrow · February 28th, 2006, 01:12

Since when can you use an airsoft pistol in IPSC?

pugs144 · February 28th, 2006, 01:16

I believe the original poster had airsoft IPSC in mind, rather than using an airsoft pistol for real-steel IPSC.

Greylocks · February 28th, 2006, 07:51

I know for a fact that an airsoft gun would not even come close to making it in a real IPSC competition. And you guys are correct; cheaper to get a PAL and a real .45

Scarecrow · February 28th, 2006, 10:20

Okay, I thought I was losing my mind. I've never seen airsoft at an IPSC comp and I wouldn't dare show up with one for fear of being laughed at to death.

The differences between shooting a real bullet and a BB are so vast that I think the dynamics of an IPSC shoot with airsoft guns would make it a rather boring event. Yes, you could use airsoft to practice in your basement to gain muscle memory for things like static positions, posture, transitions and so forth. But nothing replaces trigger time on the range.

It might be more interesting to create an airsoft specific combat shooting course that embraces those airsoft differences rather than try and apply real steel rules against weapons that don't meet those specifications. IPSC rules are also very much geared around safety, whereas you can be a little looser with airsoft and get into shooting that would never be allowed in an IPSC competition.

Glock18C · February 28th, 2006, 11:44

you can find IPSC airsoft competition mainly in asia countries like Hong Kong and Taiwan.

here are a few links:

www.hksdu.com
www.hkstcipsc.com
www.airsoftipsc.org

actually i don't compete in any IPSC competition. a friend and myself compete against each other in the basement shooting dominos, cards, and paper targets.

i'm mostly a collector and would like to make the necessary mods so i can get an edge.

Thanks

pugs144 · February 28th, 2006, 11:48

If you're into more reality-based courses of fire, check out IDPA. Much more fun and they're not as uppity as IPSC guys LOL.

Using airsoft to train for IPSC may not be so farfetched since it looks like so many of them shoot with very light loads, in which case the recoil might come close to that of a propane running GBB. Can anyone confirm this? I also seem to remember a story about a Japanese chap who trains with airsoft as real-steel is banned at home, and goes over to the US competes in IPSC with a rental racegun. He seemed to place somewhere in the top 20.

Greylocks · February 28th, 2006, 17:39

If you're willing to pour in the cash, you could build a gun that closely resembles an IPSC gun in weight and features. Recoil? To match a .45? I dont think so.
Heck, I know so, from real experience.

Techniques that would apply in both games? There are several; aiming, drawing, holds, trigger control, speed.

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Mantelope · February 28th, 2006, 20:25

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February 27th, 2006, 20:30	#1
Glock18C Trader rating Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Toronto	IPSC airsoft competition can anyone help me as to the basics items i need to convert my pistol into a airsoft IPSC style? i have a hi capa 4.3 and i was told its not really recommended that i use it. but i'd like to build from that anyways. i have installed: aluminum slide nine ball outer barrel nine ball inner 6.03mm accuracy barrel nine ball short stroke recoil spring anything else? hammer spring? % (percentage)? firing pin? high flow valve? any help would be greatly appreciated. Thank in advance!

February 27th, 2006, 20:58	#2
Groombug Trader rating Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada	Which class do you intend to compete in? __________________ Contras A-06: F**k it, we'll do it live. 修身齊家治國平天下

February 27th, 2006, 22:17	#4
Shinjin_MC Trader rating Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: sauga, on	you need a healthy dose of ugly for those http://gungineer.cande.biz/handgun/gunsmith199.htm where in canada are you shooting IPSC? ive wanted to do pistol-type stuff with airsoft for a while

February 27th, 2006, 22:26	#5
Eddie Trader rating Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Surrey, BC	Damn that thing is ugly but theres a whole lot of custom in it. :lol:

February 27th, 2006, 23:21	#6
FieroGT Trader rating Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Nanaimo, BC	It may be cheaper for someone to actually get their restricted PAL, and pickup an actual handgun, and compete in a stock gun IPSC class. Thats what I would personally do, but thats just me. Although its not as cheap to feed a 9mm as it is an airsoft. (Edit: But then again I guess thats always been the case with airsoft versus real. But in this peticular case if youre really interested in IPSC I would lean towards real, if that happens to fit your current situation.)

February 28th, 2006, 01:12	#7
Scarecrow A Total Bastard Trader rating Join Date: May 2003 Location: Tottenham	Since when can you use an airsoft pistol in IPSC?

February 28th, 2006, 01:16	#8
pugs144 Trader rating Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: At the entrance to the Big Top	I believe the original poster had airsoft IPSC in mind, rather than using an airsoft pistol for real-steel IPSC.

February 28th, 2006, 07:51	#9
Greylocks Trader rating Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Gatineau, Quebec (Near Ottawa)	I know for a fact that an airsoft gun would not even come close to making it in a real IPSC competition. And you guys are correct; cheaper to get a PAL and a real .45

February 28th, 2006, 10:20	#10
Scarecrow A Total Bastard Trader rating Join Date: May 2003 Location: Tottenham	Okay, I thought I was losing my mind. I've never seen airsoft at an IPSC comp and I wouldn't dare show up with one for fear of being laughed at to death. The differences between shooting a real bullet and a BB are so vast that I think the dynamics of an IPSC shoot with airsoft guns would make it a rather boring event. Yes, you could use airsoft to practice in your basement to gain muscle memory for things like static positions, posture, transitions and so forth. But nothing replaces trigger time on the range. It might be more interesting to create an airsoft specific combat shooting course that embraces those airsoft differences rather than try and apply real steel rules against weapons that don't meet those specifications. IPSC rules are also very much geared around safety, whereas you can be a little looser with airsoft and get into shooting that would never be allowed in an IPSC competition.

February 28th, 2006, 11:44	#11
Glock18C Trader rating Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Toronto	you can find IPSC airsoft competition mainly in asia countries like Hong Kong and Taiwan. here are a few links: www.hksdu.com www.hkstcipsc.com www.airsoftipsc.org actually i don't compete in any IPSC competition. a friend and myself compete against each other in the basement shooting dominos, cards, and paper targets. i'm mostly a collector and would like to make the necessary mods so i can get an edge. Thanks

February 28th, 2006, 11:48	#12
pugs144 Trader rating Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: At the entrance to the Big Top	If you're into more reality-based courses of fire, check out IDPA. Much more fun and they're not as uppity as IPSC guys LOL. Using airsoft to train for IPSC may not be so farfetched since it looks like so many of them shoot with very light loads, in which case the recoil might come close to that of a propane running GBB. Can anyone confirm this? I also seem to remember a story about a Japanese chap who trains with airsoft as real-steel is banned at home, and goes over to the US competes in IPSC with a rental racegun. He seemed to place somewhere in the top 20.

February 28th, 2006, 17:39	#13
Greylocks Trader rating Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Gatineau, Quebec (Near Ottawa)	If you're willing to pour in the cash, you could build a gun that closely resembles an IPSC gun in weight and features. Recoil? To match a .45? I dont think so. Heck, I know so, from real experience. Techniques that would apply in both games? There are several; aiming, drawing, holds, trigger control, speed.

February 28th, 2006, 18:45	#14
Droc Guest Trader rating	http://www.uncompany.com/ Accessories - Pistols IPSC Accessories enjoy

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