One of the latest editions from the Nerf range, the release of the Vortex Nitron has been eagerly awaited by Nerf gun fans. With rapid fire discs and a range of features does it measure up to the high standards expected?

Well, first of all, the design is solid and easy to grip, with the main weight where the batteries have been placed, focused on the back grip handle. This allows increased control and a good level of balance.

It also features double trigger technology, so that with your middle finger you can start up the engine ready to fire and with your index finger you can shoot. This improves on some earlier models which need you to flip a switch and leave your motor  running – not good, as it gives away your location and wears down your batteries quickly.

The magazine holds 20 discs, and if you wish you can purchase additional magazines and discs. The Nefr Vortex Nitron is fully fully automatic and will fire out discs at a rapid rate. When we tested this it fired a good distance, looking around the 40 – 50 foot range, which was outdoors, so taking into consideration the wind factor, you could probably get a few extra feet out of it. The main problem we noticed is a lack of accuracy, should there be even a slight breeze this is accentuated somewhat too. Even indoors it shoots a bit wide of the targets, which is annoying. however, as others have stated, it is consistently inaccurate, so you can cater for this by aiming slightly to the side, safe in the knowledge that that is where is going to go, hardly ideal but an option nonetheless.

Overall, we do recommend this gun, it’s great fun and my boy loved it, best for indoors use though or for days when the wind hasn’t graced us with its presence.

For all parents looking to select a cap gun for their kids then the Lone star Super Cowboy gun won’t disappoint.

Both highly durable and lots of fun, this toy gun makes a bang loud enough to please but not too loud as to annoy. As opposed to the paper caps used in many toy guns, this has a 12 ring, plastic cap reel, which is installed by flipping the mechanism down and simply placing the caps inside. Far easier than the paper caps, however, be careful with the mechanism as it may be too tight for younger kids and they may well need your supervision and assistance.

Made for metal with a plastic handle, this cowboy gun will not break easily and will give excellent value for money. The weight and design give a convincing look when compared to some of the other products on the market too.

The only downside is perhaps, that the 12 ring caps can be quickly used and you will need to order a good few to keep you going. Fortunately the caps are cheap and so won’t make too much of a dent in your bank balance. To buy the Lone Star Cowboy Gun simply click through the homepage to view all our products.

Providing safety yet with the look of the real thing this toy crossbow from Petron fires sucker darts and is suitable for all members of the family.

With a range of 20 – 30 feet this toy crossbow fires darts with awesome accuracy and is both easy to reload and aim. The box provided doubles up as a target, allowing you to hone your skills and become the perfect marksman. 3 darts come supplied, however, you may well want to buy more which is easy to do so for small additional fee.

Rave reviews of the toy crossbow are a testament to the hours of fun provided, just remember to buy one for both yourself and the kids as once they get their hands on it you won’t see it again!

All round excellent fun, this toy is highly durable and safe, making for an ideal gift to use by all the family.

Things to consider when buying toys for children.

Are they age appropriate? Toys that have small parts are not suitable for children aged under 3. Toys aimed at older children might be too complicated or fiddly for younger children to play with.

Are they suitable for the child? Can they be played by one child? Buying a game that requires more than 1 player for an only child means they can only play when they have friends round or when their parents aren’t busy. Outdoor toys that require a garden are not useful for a child who lives in a flat unless they fold away to be stored within the home.

Will they be played with? A child who has a dislike of sports is unlikely to play with a football or a tennis racket. It shouldn’t exclude this sort of gift but it should be considered that without careful planning a toy can just sit in the corner.

Children often have favourite TV shows and these often have lots of toys relating to them so if you know their favourite program you can get a good idea of what to buy them!

If in doubt ask their parent for ideas! They’re bound to have a huge wish list with everything the child has been asking for on!

This true to life scale M39 Desert Eagle BB Gun has recieved rave reviews for its power and accuracy. A great BB gun for a low price that is sure to function well and provide countless hours of fun.

Featuring a spring operated firing mechanism there is no need for any gas or batteries allowing for an easier to use toy gun than some of the other models available on the market today. The barrel extension enables a long or short type of gun which can be adapted with ease.

Also featured is a red cross battery operated site + the batteries come included to save you that bit of extra hassle. Available in a two tone black and orange colouring the M39 Desert Eagle BB Airsoft Gun is a great choice and for the small price being asked it’s an opportunity not to be missed.

Built to last and capable of completing any mission the Nerf N strike Recon CS-6 is accurate and quick to reload for ease of use and maximum fun!

Features of the Nerf N strike Recon CS-6 gun include the removable shoulder stock, a quick reload clip with six streamlined darts, a light beam attachment for enhanced accuracy and a flip up aiming site.

The Nerf N strike Recon CS-6 is fully customizable starting as a basic blaster which can be built up to be used for any mission that you should so chose to take on.

The darts of this toy gun are soft but streamlined and designed in a manner which means that they can be propelled through the air at a good velocity for a long distance yet when impacting upon their target they will not inflict injury.

All round the Nerf N strike Recon CS-6 provides superb value for money and countless hours of fun and will make a great addition to an army fancy dress costume. To view the very latest prices simply follow our shopping button link at the top of the page!

BB guns are often thought of as being somewhat dangerous; however, this is only true in the minority of cases, where the individual using the toy BB gun does not apply some common sense tactics. So, if you are considering buying a bb gun from the UK market then there are a few simple rules to ensure that you do all you can to keep safety at its highest level.

Firstly, toy guns, especially BB guns, can often look highly realistic and so never carry them in public places and never, under any circumstances point them at an individual (loaded or not). This can cause unwarranted stress and panic and is always a stupid move to make.

Don’t shoot at a target if you think someone may be close by, it’s not worth the risk.

Watch out for ricochets in confined areas, they can be a potential hazard if not accounted for. Only responsible adults should use BB guns and remember to use eye protection.

Finally, don’t shoot at animals, it’s not big or clever and just makes you a pathetic simpleton in need of weeding out of the gene pool.

Throughout the years toy guns have been an increasingly popular toy for children with various TV shows, movies and cartoons providing ample advertisement to promote certain types of toy guns and lead them to become international bestsellers in the toy world. However, it should be noted that although widely seen as innocent and harmless fun in the past, a simple child’s game of cops and robbers or cowboys and Indians now stirs up a vast debate into the increasingly questionable moral values which such games instill in youngsters.

Violence in the Media

With the proliferation of gun violence and the magnitude of real life shootings increasing globally the ‘innocent fun’ has been brought under the microscope. Many argue that the use of army toys and toy guns as a play item can desensitize a child to the real world implications of gun usage and potentially lead to a higher risk of violence in later life. However, it is clear that this is not a simple debate and it can easily be argued that there is a much higher degree of influence wielded by the violence shown on TV and in computer games. Children will always have a propensity to play and as far back as recorded have mimicked the behavior of adults with all forms of toys from the likes of wooden playhouses to toy weapons, and  so why now should this be brought under such scrutiny. The influence of TV, films and computer games showing graphic violence and gun usage to the point where, in the past emotions of shock and outrage would have been provoked which now does not even lead to so much as a batted eyelid, must be examined closely to determine what effect this has and evidence from various studies does conclude that the most detrimental effects to a child’s behavior is seen where little or no social communication is brought into play.

This is not to say that toy guns can be excused from blame for the increasing gun violence in today’s world as perhaps the ever more realistic function and look some of the guns and vast array of features included are leading to are leading to a greater increase in desensitization.

Education and Common Sense

Ultimately the choice to let a child play with toy guns is up to the parents or guardians. However, wider issues are at play in this discussion, and though numerous factors influence a child’s future behavior, possibly the most important side to this is that parents educate their children properly and supervise their play, alerting them to the dangers of guns. The damage is done not by the act of play itself but by the underlying connotations behind it. To stop the perpetuation of gun violence is clearly a mammoth task that needs to be tackled from the roots, which comes down to a common sense approach and proper education.

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