The mini 870 Airsoft pistol, manufactured by CYMA, is a terrific bargain for the budding Airsoft enthusiast. At just over 2 pounds, the mini 870 Airsoft may not have all the bells and whistles of more advanced models like the Desert Eagle and the UHC built SD3 spring submachine gun, but the 870 works wonderfully for target training. Its maneuverability is its defining feature.
One of the reasons so many semi pro skirmishers train their proteges on the Mini 870 Airsoft is that the flexibility afforded by the rifle makes it a perfect learning tool. Made in China, the mini 870 displays a fine overall workmanship. Moreover, it's capacious ordinance capacity of 65 rounds and its firing velocity of 250 fps are nothing to sneeze at.
Training on the Mini 870 Airsoft Pistol
Make no mistake--the mini 870 is a brutal attack weapon in the hands of a versatile marksman. Even the best tournament players sometimes need to return to the spring guns to retool their basic marksmanship skills. So don't get hung up on the fact that your gun isn't as powerful as an AEG. Instead, enjoy it for what it is--a terrific training gun.
Before you swamp your arsenal with dozens of spring loadeds, however, considered diversifying your armament as your skills improve. Firing a gas powered rifle is a unique experience, in that the gas action delivers an authentic blow back reaction. As well, the electric AEG's spit out BB's with fully automatic precision, allowing you to challenge any opponent who stakes claim to your battlefield territory.
