Need help on deciding which multi-insert barrel to get

[paint magnet]

Please tell why you like / don't like each one and the setup you're using it on. I play to use this barrel (with different backs) for my mag and Angel and any other gun I get in the future so it has got to last.

Here's what I have as reasons to buy/ not to buy these barrels:

Powerlyte Scepter Kit-GOOD
inserts are durable and screw in

heard nothing but good about them

BAD-
price

only SS backs are available

smallest insert is .682 and I'm shooting Diablo paint occasionally that is .679 or so it seems

only 5 inserts

only 12 and 14" tips available


FREAK kit (with all 8 inserts)

Good-
8 Inserts
Lots of different length and different color fronts

Choice of front (AA or teardrop)

Choice of SS or Aluminum back

Parts are easy to find

Inserts are marked with bore size

BAD
inserts can wear out

inserts can come out of alignment

some people don't like smart parts

JJ Edge Kit
Good

has different backs and fronts

made by JJ
Bad
only SS backs available

expensive


Let me know what you think. Thanks.

[WARPED1]

OTP G3 Dream series.Can get them on www.skanline.com ,they have 5 bore inserts.I used one on my Tribal,shoots darts.

[darklord]

I thought Powerlyte wasn't available for mags... sounds to me like you need a freak.

[oldsoldier]

I voted JJ Edge...the only downside to them is that with the original 4 in the kit, the smallest is only a .685. And, my backs are aluminum, no SS. You can get them with either set of backs...the SS will cost more (and be heavier).

[paint magnet]

Hmm, the J&J Edge doesn't seem to have a small enough size for me, and while it would be a lot more durable it seems like it would be a pain to have all those different backs (that's 8 backs to carry if you have it for 2 markers). I'm leaning towards the Freak because of the 8 inserts, or I could just buy a lot of CP, Lapco and JJ Ceramic barrels. Man, this is a tough choice. Off to pbreview...

[rdb123]

That's kinda funny that one of the listed cons for the Scepter was the price... the Freak is more expensive IIRC.

-Ron

[paint magnet]

I've seen freaks for 185 and the Scepter is 209 I think. Sorry if I messed up the price, but you do get 3 less inserts and don't get a protective case to carry them in.

[darklord]

PIE WINS!

[NCpaintballer]

Here is some more info about the Powerlyte Sceptre system

Inserts are available in
.684
.686
.688
.690
.692

ONLY

The 3 sleeve kit comes in a Redz barrel bag and the 5 sleeve kit comes in a custom "purse" barrel bag.

The Sleeves are color coded and have the bore sizes marked on them. Backs are available in Stainless Steel AND Aluminum. The Aluminum backs come in black or dust (whiteish grey). Tips are available in the same colors as the inserts.

Aluminum backs are a little scarce right now so finding one may be hard. They will be available from Powerlyte again in 3-4 weeks.

The Powerlyte kit is cheaper in most places than the Freak. I've seen it for as low as 149 (3 sleeve) to 184 (5 sleeve).

Automag Backs are not available and will most likely never be.

[elpimpo]

the freak is awesome

[sneakyhacker420]

get the equation barrel kit

[PsychoBaller]

I'm on line.....

Waiting for a Scepter Kit.... just waiting for a cetain someone to tell me they are in.... mmmmm...14" Scepter kit... yum.

I was originally gonna get an Edge.. but I keep changing my mind back and forth between the two. Finally settled on Scepter.

~da baller

[Skoad]

I'm pretty sure the J&J backs are NOT SS, they seem alumninumy to me.

[paint magnet]

Well I guess I don't have much of a choice, if the Scepter sin't available in mag "threading". I have a couple questions though, on the Freak, the bolt doesn't actually hit the insert does it? And what is the website for the Equation kit? Is it available in mag threads? Again, thanks for the help.

[athomas]

I like my equation kit with six stainless inserts. I have different lengths, colors, tips depending on what I want to do for the day.