Air Pistols

Huma-Air is an expert online seller of air pistols, with plenty of choices among both airgun models and accessories. Even better, we have a great deal of knowledge to share about air pistols, so we are a great place to turn if you are after some specific guidance on what type to buy. Read on to find out more about the essentials you need to know about air-powered pistols today.

What is an air pistol?

Designed to shoot projectiles, an air pistol is differentiated from an air rifle due to its handheld design. Both are powered by compressed air or another type of gas propellant, and some are spring-powered. They are often considered to be relatively easy to use, certainly compared to larger firearms. At Huma-Air, we stock air pistols in a variety of weights, barrel lengths, and calibers. Available cocking systems you can choose from include pump action, break barrel, and bolt action, among others.

What types of air pistols are there?

Check out our range of 22-caliber air pistols if you are interested in those. Alternatively, take a closer look at the two main power systems for modern air pistols. These are CO2 air pistols, known for their reliability and versatility, as well as PCP air pistols, which offer a high degree of accuracy. While the former are powered by cartridges, the latter have a reservoir that is pre-charged and which you can repressurize once its pressurization level has dropped. In PCP air pistols, the pressure can reach as much as 3,000 PSI, which accounts for their greater accuracy when firing over longer distances, generally speaking.

What are air pistols used for?

Air pistols of all types are highly versatile. They can be used for target practice and training as well as for plinking. Practical applications for air pistols include their use as a pest control tool. They’re ideal for dealing with rabbits, rats and other varmints, for example. You can also use them to control squirrel numbers if wanted.

Air pistols: key things you need to know

Air-powered pistols are legal to own in both the UK and USA, subject to certain restrictions in some states. Users must be over 21 or supervised in the UK, and certain higher-powered models require an FAC license. At Huma-Air, we can ship to any location on the same day you place an order, so long as the order is placed before 2 PM (GMT +1). Check out our collection of air pistols, and order your chosen model without any further delay.