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    How strong is the air gun?
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    It's quite powerful. If you use the toothpicks, they can puncture the skin and cause bleeding. Always be careful when using the air gun, especially around other people.
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    What can I use instead of hot glue?
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    You can use any solvent-based glue, like E600, Gorilla Glue, etc. Avoid getting the glue in contact with your skin while it is wet.
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    How long does the pressure stay inside the gun?
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    Depending on the pressure, it can stay for hours. If the pressure is too high, however, the bottle can burst.
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    Is there is a substitute for the spray bottle when making an air gun?
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    You can try an air pump. Heads of spray bottles actually produce less air than pumps, so I recommend using them instead.
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    Are there any substitutes for the sports-cap bottle?
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    Yes, you could use a water bottle.
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    What is the average distance traveled by an air gun bullet?
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    Roughly 80 feet to 130 feet for airsoft guns that are meant to be like snipers.
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    How far will the bullet from an air gun go?
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    It depends on your gun's model. Most can go 20-50 meters without getting curved, but there are some that can go up to 70 meters.
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    Can I use a 2-liter bottle to make an air gun?
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    No, it will be too big.
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    How far will this shoot?
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    Generally, about a foot, but it also depends on how you make it and whether you shoot it indoors or outdoors.
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    Can a bigger bottle handle more pressure? I want the air gun to have more pressure.
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    Not necessarily. A stronger, higher-quality bottle will take more pressure than a cheap one of the same size. A larger bottle means you need to pump more to achieve the same pressure.
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    Would you be able to use a Nerf dart as a projectile or not?
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    If the barrel is big enough than yes. But the Nerf dart will not fly very far.
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    Can I use PVA glue instead of a hot glue gun?
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    It’s not as good as using a hot glue gun but you can use it. The hot glue holds the shape and it holds it together better.
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