What's the best way to get a cheap Airsoft gun?
Used Airsoft Guns
Buying Used Airsoft Guns Online
One of the most popular ways to get an Airsoft gun bargain is second-hand sales, whether purchased from well-known platforms like prefired.co.uk or usedairsoft.co.uk or WhatsApp sales groups. Used Airsoft guns may look a bit scruffy, but you can definitely make savings shopping used if you're careful!
Things to be aware of when shopping for cheap used Airsoft guns online:
- Always purchase using a payment provider with buyer protection (PayPal, Credit Card, etc.).
- Ask for photos of the item with a handwritten note containing the date and the seller's username in the shot.
- Where possible, ask for a video of the gun shooting to prove it is in working condition.
- NEVER pay using "PayPal Friends and Family" - This will void your buyer protection, use "Goods and Services" instead.
- Almost all used Airsoft guns do not come with warranty cover. Buying new gives you a 12-month warranty for manufacturing faults, which is great for those who don't fancy repairing Airsoft guns themselves.
- There are a lot of bad actors out there taking advantage of used marketplaces. Be aware of scams - if something doesn't seem right, don't proceed with the transaction.
Buying Used Airsoft Guns in Person
Another popular option for used Airsoft buyers is tabletop sales events like our HALO MILL Tabletop Sales, held regularly at HALO MILL CQB. Even if you're miles away from HALO, you'll likely be able to find a site near you which holds similar events, and these are fantastic opportunities to grab a bargain Airsoft gun!
Benefits of buying in person:
- No need to buy blind! You get to handle the item before buying. This can put any doubts you have to rest and allow you to negotiate a lower price if damage, which wouldn't be obvious from photos, is visible.
- You MAY get the chance to test the gun before buying. This means you can be more confident you're getting a good deal, or you can make a better choice should the item not perform to your liking.
- If the seller has other items you want to buy, you might be able to negotiate a better price.
- You get to meet and talk to the seller, find out more about the item's history and maybe make a new friend!
The Patrol Base Boneyard
Boneyard products are items returned to us for faults, box damage, missing items and many other reasons. Since we don't have the space to keep them all and we don't want them going to waste, we list them for sale at a considerable discount. Make no mistake, with the Boneyard, our loss is your gain!
While Boneyard products don't come with a warranty as they are sold as faulty, they can be a great way to stock up on pristine external parts for a custom build, internals which just need a bit of love to function again and sometimes brand new and fully functional Airsoft guns with a damaged box or a missing magazine.
We also list many ex-display pre two-tone Airsoft guns, which are fully functional but lightly used. These can make great, cheap beginner guns, but they usually sell very quickly, so keep your eyes on the Boneyard if you're keen on a bargain!
Benefits of buying from the Patrol Base Boneyard:
- It's the perfect place to find a cheap project gun - If you're planning a build with a custom paint job or have a unique hybrid in mind, the Boneyard is the best place to source parts and save some cash!
- Repair your old Airsoft guns by cannibalising a Boneyard gun - Having a hard time finding unique parts for a repair job? Grab a donor gun from the Boneyard and gut it for the good bits!
- Get a bargain beginner Airsoft gun - Choose from many ex-display two-tone guns and save money on your first gun!
- Decorate your man cave - Grab a rare historical Boneyard and hang it on the wall to class the place up!
- Learn now Airsoft internals work - If you aspire to be an Airsoft tech, disassembling a Boneyard rather than your pride and joy allows you to learn about the internal mechanics of Airsoft guns without risking breaking your favourite primary!
- Get eyes on before you buy - Come to our Showroom and you can see any Boneyard item we have listed on the website in person so you can inspect it and make an informed decision
- Patrol Base is a legitimate retailer - Expect to have your Boneyard items shipped promptly, and if you need parts or accessories to complement it, they'll be shipped together.
Now you know the best ways to grab an Airsoft bargain in 2025!
Stay sharp and beware of scams when shopping second-hand, but there are plenty of deals to be had for the diligent!