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How Old Do You Have To Be To Buy a BB Gun? By State
As you explore the world of airsoft guns, you may wonder what regulations apply to purchasing and owning such platforms.
While it’s true that airsoft guns are replicas of real powder-burning firearms, the laws surrounding them vary greatly across both continents and state lines. Use the guide below to learn more about how old you have to be to buy a BB gun in each of the United States.
*For the purposes of this article, the terms “airsoft gun” and “BB gun” are synonymous. Technically, BB guns are different from airsoft guns because they use distinctly different projectiles (steel ball bearings vs. plastic ball bearings); however, they may be grouped under certain state laws.
Age Regulations Surrounding BB Gun Ownership
Federal regulations dictate that you must be 18 years old to purchase an airsoft gun. In addition, all airsoft guns must exhibit a blaze orange tip upon their sale or transportation, in an effort to differentiate them from real firearms.
Airsoft guns must also be stored in a bag or case while being transported, unless on an airsoft field or private property.
Alabama
You must be 18 years old to purchase a BB gun in this state.
Alaska
You must be 18 years old to purchase a BB gun in this state.
Arizona
You must be 18 years old to purchase a BB gun in this state.
Arkansas
You must be 18 years old to purchase a BB gun in this state.
California
You must be 18 years old to purchase a BB gun in this state.
Colorado
You must be 18 years old to purchase a BB gun in this state.
Connecticut
You must be 21 years old to purchase a BB gun in this state.
Delaware
You must be 16 years old to purchase a BB gun in this state.
Florida
You must be 16 years old to purchase a BB gun in this state.
Georgia
You must be 18 years old to purchase a BB gun in this state.
Hawaii
You must be 18 years old to purchase a BB gun in this state.
Idaho
You must be 18 years old to purchase a BB gun in this state.
Illinois
You must be at least 13 years old to purchase a BB gun in this state.
Indiana
You must be 18 years old to purchase a BB gun in this state.
Iowa
You must be 18 years old to purchase a BB gun in this state.
Kansas
You must be 18 years old to purchase a BB gun in this state.
Kentucky
You must be 18 years old to purchase a BB gun in this state.
Louisiana
You must be 18 years old to purchase a BB gun in this state.
Maine
You must be 16 years old to purchase a BB gun in this state.
Maryland
You must be 18 years old to purchase a BB gun in this state.
Massachusetts
You must be 18 years old to purchase a BB gun in this state.
Michigan
You must be at least 13 years old to purchase a BB gun in this state.
Minnesota
You must be 21 years old to purchase a BB gun in this state.
Mississippi
You must be 18 years old to purchase a BB gun in this state.
Missouri
You must be 14 years old to purchase a BB gun in this state.
Montana
You must be 18 years old to purchase a BB gun in this state.
Nebraska
You must be 18 years old to purchase a BB gun in this state.
Nevada
You must be 18 years old to purchase a BB gun in this state.
New Hampshire
You must be 18 years old to purchase a BB gun in this state.
New Jersey
You must be 18 years old to purchase a BB gun in this state.
New Mexico
You must be 18 years old to purchase a BB gun in this state.
New York
You must be 18 years old to purchase a BB gun in this state.
North Carolina
You must be 12 years old to purchase a BB gun in this state.
North Dakota
You must be 18 years old to purchase a BB gun in this state.
Ohio
You must be 18 years old to purchase a BB gun in this state.
Oklahoma
You must be 18 years old to purchase a BB gun in this state.
Oregon
You must be 18 years old to purchase a BB gun in this state.
Pennsylvania
You must be at least 13 years old to purchase a BB gun in this state.
Rhode Island
You must be 18 years old to purchase a BB gun in this state.
South Carolina
You must be 18 years old to purchase a BB gun in this state.
South Dakota
You must be 18 years old to purchase a BB gun in this state.
Tennessee
You must be 18 years old to purchase a BB gun in this state.
Texas
You must be 18 years old to purchase a BB gun in this state.
Utah
You must be 18 years old to purchase a BB gun in this state.
Vermont
You must be 18 years old to purchase a BB gun in this state.
Virginia
You must be 16 years old to purchase a BB gun in this state.
Washington
You must be 18 years old to purchase a BB gun in this state.
West Virginia
You must be 18 years old to purchase a BB gun in this state.
Wisconsin
You must be 18 years old to purchase a BB gun in this state.
Wyoming
You must be 18 years old to purchase a BB gun in this state.
Your Source for Airsoft Rules and Ways To Play
eHobby Asia takes the laws surrounding airsoft gun ownership seriously. If you’re curious to learn more about airsoft laws and regulations, check out our guide on airsoft gun laws by state and explore how old you have to be to play airsoft.
When you’re ready to hit the field — legally, of course — check out our wide selection of airsoft platforms.
Sources:
Is It Legal To Buy Airsoft Guns | FindLaw
Air Rifle Laws in Illinois | Chicago, IL