Because we sell airsoft guns, knives, and related products, some items cannot be shipped to certain states, cities, or counties due to local law. The list below reflects locations that are known to restrict or prohibit these products as of the date shown. It is not exhaustive, and laws change frequently. By placing an order, you confirm that the product is legal to receive and possess at your delivery address. If a restriction applies to your order, we may cancel it and issue a refund.
Airsoft & Air Guns — Known Restricted Areas
We generally cannot ship airsoft guns to the following locations, including but not limited to:
- New York City and its five boroughs — airsoft/air guns are prohibited.
- Chicago, Illinois — airsoft/air guns are prohibited.
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania — airsoft/air guns are prohibited.
- Washington, D.C. — airsoft/air guns are prohibited.
Additional state-level requirements you should be aware of:
- California — airsoft guns must comply with state coloration/marking requirements (SB 199). We ship only compliant products.
- Illinois (statewide) — air/airsoft guns above certain calibers or velocities are regulated; some require a state firearms card.
- New Jersey — certain air guns are classified and regulated as firearms; local restrictions may also apply.
- Michigan, Minnesota, and other states may have additional local ordinances.
Knives — Shipping Restrictions
Automatic (switchblade), OTF, and certain other knives are restricted or prohibited in a number of states. See our Knife Law Disclaimer page for details. We will not ship restricted knives to states where their possession is unlawful.
Free Shipping & Domestic Only
We offer free shipping on orders over $99 within the continental United States. We ship within the United States only and do not ship airsoft guns, knives, or related products internationally.
If We Can't Ship to You
If you place an order for a restricted item that cannot be legally delivered to your address, we will contact you, cancel the affected item(s), and refund you in full. We are not able to ship to freight forwarders for restricted products.
Last reviewed: August 2026. Questions about a specific address? Contact support@thesurvivalmode.com before ordering.