what are the chances of importing airsoft gun into America from Taiwan?
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Depending on a few factors really:\n\n1. Does the company you are talking to have a rep or distributor in US already?\n2. Do you have the volume to actually interest the manufacturers or should you be talking to one of their distributors?\n3. Do you know how to import into US as toys?\n4. Are you planning to be a rep or disty?\n\nYou can always talk to an import agent about the regulations (painting it bright orange or red, and the exit velocity limits etc.) who has experience in doing so.\n\nQuite a few newer "manufacturers" are now outsourcing their design and does not have their own facilities. They are also what you call as start-ups and they are easier to clinch a deal. However, if you are not in this for the long haul, your customers will suffer for lack of parts and support. These are just some of the aspects you need to think about. Of course there are more, but let's go with these for starters.
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Ruger's customer support is top-notch. \nThey will either stock parts themselves or be able to tell you where they distributed their spares.\nI wonder if they will replace the "PC"4 with something a little less "PC" now that the assault rifle ban has expired?\nMaybe something that will take a Sten magazine.....\nHey, I'd buy one!
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Bound's hubby here:\n\nI am presuming you mean "The People's Republic of China" and not Taiwan. The People's Republic is a Communist country, and does not permit private ownership of firearms. (And yes, in most places air rifles are not considered firearms, but in this instance ... the term applies!)\n\nGood luck!
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Airsoft is a term used interchangeably to refer to one or both of the following subjects:\n\nA game in which players participate in the simulation of military or law enforcement combat with replica military firearms and military-style tactics \nA replica firearm scaled either 1:1 (or perhaps as a 'mini' or '3/4'). It may be of metal or plastic, and usually fires 6 mm or 8 mm spherical projectiles weighing 110-600 milligrams (known as "BB"s). Propulsion for the projectile is by manually compressed springs, electric motors, or compressed gas including propane (or green gas, which is propane with added oil), air or HFC134a refrigerant. \nThe game is highly popular in several Asian countries, such as Japan, China (including Hong Kong, Taiwan and Macao), South Korea, and, to a certain extent, Philippines, where real arms are difficult or impossible to obtain due to local laws. For this reason, the vast majority of airsoft guns, accessories, and aftermarket upgrade parts are made in these countries. Despite rumours that Airsoft has been made illegal in mainland China, it is actually legal and very popular, both in mainland China and in Hong Kong and Macao as well.\n\nThere is currently a growing interest in the West, especially in the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Germany, Switzerland, France, Spain, Portugal, Finland, Italy, Belgium (where the Dutch players also go, since in the Netherlands it is illegal) and Denmark, bolstered by an active and expanding Internet scene.
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well you could get a mini they shoot around 150. of course there are all pos's and will break immediately. for just screwing around in you're basement I'd recommend a tangfolio witness it cost about $18 and I've heard it's really good but i have no personal experience with it. if you want to go with a rifle/shotgun i recommend the UTG m87 theres full stocked, pistol grip, and one with a m4 stock. i would say go with spring powered unless you want to spend a lot of money cuzz any electric/gas gun you get for cheap is just gonna break. i know you just want to fuck around with something but don't throw away you're money. i started out with a mini from a flea market and i regret it it broke and is a pos. if you want to know any more about airsoft you can contact me at baconbits93@yahoo.com also a great website that i have learned a lot from is air softforum.com    http://www.airsoftforum.com/board/index.php well feel free to contact me and don't forget airsoft is a serious sport.
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You could check eBay to see if a seller is willing to ship overseas.
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What kind of parts are you looking for?  What kind of gun do you have??  Where did you buy it?\n\nHmmm.....  I did some checking around at some of the places my son shops at, but didn't see anything for that particular gun.  Have you checked at local hobby shops where you live?  Or sporting goods stores? Ebay might have something listed.  A store may have listings on the Ebay site.   I was recently in a gun shop with my hubby and they had all kinds of airsoft gun stuff too.  I am sorry I couldn't be more helpful.  Maybe it's time to just spend money on a new gun instead?
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Airsoft was the biggest waste of money in my life I got all the stuff to play, but there were no local leagues or anything so unless you have a local league I wouldnt do it. As far as laws the only one I know of is to make sure your gun has the orange tip on the front...\n\n\n~Johnny
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Cambodia, Phomn Phen. You can pick one up for $50's US... Although I don't know why you'd want one. & you'd probably be shot for the rest of your belonging & cash & the gun back!
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i live in illinois, and i know that you have to be 18 to buy it.  it could require a FOID card, but i kinda doubt that, since air guns are nothing compared to the other weapons out there.
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It could be possible and this is how.\n\nThe island of Taiwan considers itself seperate from mainland China.  Following the communist victory on the mainland in 1949 over 2 million Nationalists fled to the island and established a seperate democratic government.  Today they use a different currency than China and even have there own president.  \n\nBut China has always considered Taiwan as part of the motherland.  And in 1994 when Taiwan made claims to be its own country.  China immediatley declared that if Taiwan attempted to become a sovereign nation they would use military force to prevent it.\n\nNow this is how America would get involved.  The United States and Taiwan are allies.  This meens that if Taiwan is attacked by another nation we would have to defend them.  So if Taiwan forced the issue and declared itself its own seperate nation.  China would attack with the worlds largest army and force the United States into war to defend Taiwan.\n\nIt could happen...
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I disagree about airsoft is cheaper.  An upgraded airsoft gun, could cost up to $1000 or more.  There are low end guns just like paintball guns.  Most of them will start out around $250+ and with full tone upgrades, you could spend about $500 internally, and with any aiming device or scope you added on it will cost you another few hundred, especially if you use scopes or aiming device for the real steel.  However you can start playing with essential equipment, such as: AEG, tactical vest, extra magazines, BBs, battery, charger, face mask or goggle for about $500+\n\nI have played paintball and now I am a hard core airsoft player.  A lots of paintballers have switched to airsoft for its realism and milsim.  Neither is cheap when you choose to play with decent guns and gears.  If you want more realism, then go with airsoft.  They both hurt, if you don't wanna get shot, then duck!  Paintballs are bigger travelling at about 300FPS and stock airsoft AEG (air eletric gun) travels at 280-300FPS using .02gram BBs.  Most players upgraded theirs to 400 to 500FPS depends on their local rules.  500FPS are usually restricted because it's equivlent to 1 joule of energy, which can penetrate skin.  And there are players who got shot up pretty good with BBs fired from a HOT gun.  \nMost games have chorograph device to measure FPS of your AEG or Gas gun.  If your gun runs too hot, then you will not be allowed to play.  It's a saftey issue we have to have be aware of.\n\nPaint bbs are available but airsoft is a true honor system, but we don't use it in airsoft.  You call hit once you get hit and rules are usually set before the game starts.\nPaintballers uniform are usually more colorful especially after they get shot games after games.\nAirsofters uniform are mostly military uniform, depends on the teams.\nBoth require basic protections for the eyes, goggles are MUST!  Full face mask is option for some airsoft games.\n\nI have never bled playing paintball, only bruises.  I had got shot by the eyebrow right between the goggle and helmet and on the nose as well with blood all over my face. So when someone said airsoft doesn't hurt as much, then they probably haven't played that much.  The games I have played are mostly composed of 20 to 50 players in a large boonie field, as well as CQB range.  \n\nIf people said airsoft is cheaper, then they probably get their stuffs from wal-mart.  Check out www.airsoftextreme.com, www.uncompany.com  www.globalairsoft.com or www.wargameclub.com  These shops offer decent prices.\n\nThere will be a lot more for you to know.  Could be overwhelming...
1111948
Way not from China. I can help. www.ata-cn. net
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I saw the report. Something is fishy. First off why would our military ever let that info out if it were true? Secondly, a diesel sub, and we can't detect it with a carrier group until it surfaces close to that group implying we will get shot out of the water if we try to do anything.  Bullcrap. It sounds like a political ploy in the making. Here's my guess. China has intentions of invading Taiwan, and we are not going to do a darn thing because we owe China too much money. I hope some Navy people post on this question. I want to hear their opinions.
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You cannot just order something from overseas and send it to your house by Federal Express like when you buy at Amazon.\n\nFirst you need to find out if the things you are buying are LEGAL or you will be arrested.\n\nFor example, guns are LEGAL in the United States of America but if you send one to Mexico you go to Jail.\n\nIMacs are LEGAL in the United States of America but if you send one to Iran you go to Jail.\n\nCuban Cigars are LEGAL in Cuba but if you send one to the United States of America you go to Jail.\n\nThose laws are complex and it would be best for you to use a company to import whatever you are importing to the United States of America.\n\nApparel is a VERY RESTRICTED industry because of piracy, slavery and child labor and if you import a shirt from a country that was made by slaves in the United States of America you could end up in jail.\n\nThere are countries where exports of apparel to the United States of America are banned.\n\nYou really need to contact the Embassy of the Country where you are buying before you actually send anything to the US.\n\nOnce you are sure the thing you are buying is LEGAL in the United States of America the next step is to find out how much are you paying in TAXES.\n\nSome things do pay taxes and some things don't pay taxes.\n\nI suggest you to hire an importer and you will be fine.\n\nTop 3 Answerer in Business & Finance. (Vote for me)
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You do not need an import license to import shoes into the USA - generally speaking.\nIf the shoes are made from an endangered species, the U.S. Dept. of Fish & Wildlife will be interested and will require some formalities.\nOtherwise, you will only need a "Shoe Report" from the manufacturer listing all the materials the shoes are made of - ie. leather, pig skin, rubber, glue, etc.\nFor any questions about importing, you can either call a Customs House Broker (recommended) who can assist you with Customs Clearance and regulation, or for small shipments valued under US$2,000.00, you can clear the goods yourself through customs, with proper documentation.\n\nPlease see the references below.
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check at your local gun shop, they will know