the_lane
06-03-2005, 03:35 PM
flame me if its a bad thread but this really made me think of AGD (especally the 4th paragraph(in bold)also in bold made me think about the paintball community )
-lane the flying skwril
:shooting: :dance:
Paintball Gun Buying Tips
By Christopher Reeve
There are so many selections available when it comes to paintball guns
that choosing one can be overwhelming.
The most important thing is to make sure that you have done research on
the guns that you are interested in buying. Research them on the Internet
and ask the more experienced players for their opinions on the guns in
question. Make an initial trip to the store, or webpage, to look over the
guns and make a list of the ones that you are interested in purchasing.
Then do your research.
You want to make sure that the gun is constructed well. The parts should
work, fit right, and be durable. Paintball guns take quite a bit of
abuse, so your gun must be durable. Remember that metal is stronger than
plastic. Depending on the playing environment that you will use the
majority of the time, you may not want a flashy, colorful gun. These will
stand out and make you a target. Choose black or dark colors.
The weight of the gun matters. Keep in mind that you will be carrying the
gun, and even running with it. If it is too heavy for you, do not buy it.
Walk around with the gun for several minutes in the store to get a feel
for it if possible.
Is the gun simple to operate? If not, you may not want that gun. You want
a gun that is easily maintained and easy to operate. Make sure the gun is
upgradeable. You may want to add more features to your gun later.
When a new gun comes on the market, do not rush out to buy it. Give it some
time and see what the reviews and opinions from the players who did rush
out to buy it are. If you are new to the game, you should rent the gun and
other equipment for a while. This will give you the opportunity to see what
you like in a gun before you spend your money.
Make sure that the gun has a safety device on it. This protects you, and
those around you. Also, check the warranty on the gun. A one-year warranty
is typical. Finally, look at the price. There are some expensive guns out
there. However, a higher price does not mean higher quality. Just know
exactly what you want from a gun, do your research, and then find one that
meets your specifications in your price range.
-lane the flying skwril
:shooting: :dance:
Paintball Gun Buying Tips
By Christopher Reeve
There are so many selections available when it comes to paintball guns
that choosing one can be overwhelming.
The most important thing is to make sure that you have done research on
the guns that you are interested in buying. Research them on the Internet
and ask the more experienced players for their opinions on the guns in
question. Make an initial trip to the store, or webpage, to look over the
guns and make a list of the ones that you are interested in purchasing.
Then do your research.
You want to make sure that the gun is constructed well. The parts should
work, fit right, and be durable. Paintball guns take quite a bit of
abuse, so your gun must be durable. Remember that metal is stronger than
plastic. Depending on the playing environment that you will use the
majority of the time, you may not want a flashy, colorful gun. These will
stand out and make you a target. Choose black or dark colors.
The weight of the gun matters. Keep in mind that you will be carrying the
gun, and even running with it. If it is too heavy for you, do not buy it.
Walk around with the gun for several minutes in the store to get a feel
for it if possible.
Is the gun simple to operate? If not, you may not want that gun. You want
a gun that is easily maintained and easy to operate. Make sure the gun is
upgradeable. You may want to add more features to your gun later.
When a new gun comes on the market, do not rush out to buy it. Give it some
time and see what the reviews and opinions from the players who did rush
out to buy it are. If you are new to the game, you should rent the gun and
other equipment for a while. This will give you the opportunity to see what
you like in a gun before you spend your money.
Make sure that the gun has a safety device on it. This protects you, and
those around you. Also, check the warranty on the gun. A one-year warranty
is typical. Finally, look at the price. There are some expensive guns out
there. However, a higher price does not mean higher quality. Just know
exactly what you want from a gun, do your research, and then find one that
meets your specifications in your price range.