Hey guys Speedy has some good points here.
I used to own a Dark Angel and switched to an Emag. I made the switch for a couple of reasons.
1. As you pointed out Speedy (and some others) the Angel has a lot of hype. I liked the trigger and it was very reliable. I used it for a whole tournament year with any problems/malfunctions. That aside I found it hard to hit people within 1-3 shots. I tended to have to rapid fire in order to get on target. Now that may have been mostly me, but I didn't like the way it made me play.
2. I really liked the manual override on the Emag. I think this is one of the main selling points of the marker. It's a great safety and one that I have used in a game because I forgot to charge up the battery on the way to the tournament (user error for sure, but the marker compensated).
3. The reputation of AGD is unmatched (an opinion of mine). Here I'm referring to the quality of the workmanship, function of design and customer service. I like being backed up by a company that is as dedicated to it's customers as AGD
4. I want function in a marker, without the hype. I know that AGD markers do not have the resale of others in the same class. I do not think this is due to performance, but more with marketing and trends. AGD has always produced items with function in mind not marketing. Given the choice I'll take the underrated marker over the expensive hyped one.
5. The last thing that influenced my switch was innovation. Of all the companies out there producing products for paintball, none think and design outside of the "box" as do AGD. They are very innovative in their approach, and produce products that give players an edge (The warp my not look that great, but I love the fact that not many of my opponents are using them. I think the warp is the best innovation since HPA. It with out a doubt gives me an edge in a game because of the reduced profile it gives).
Speedy, I realize I sound somewhat fanatical, but it is not blind devotion. In terms of making the switch, I would suggest picking up a used Emag. I think you'll find you get great bang for your buck ($700-$800 stock, around $1000 with warp and extras). The SFL has the option of interchangeable breachs, and will soon have the ACE. Other than that your paying for milling, anno, and a little reduced weight.
Hope this helps (this is very unlike me to be so vocal!)
Douglas.
I used to own a Dark Angel and switched to an Emag. I made the switch for a couple of reasons.
1. As you pointed out Speedy (and some others) the Angel has a lot of hype. I liked the trigger and it was very reliable. I used it for a whole tournament year with any problems/malfunctions. That aside I found it hard to hit people within 1-3 shots. I tended to have to rapid fire in order to get on target. Now that may have been mostly me, but I didn't like the way it made me play.
2. I really liked the manual override on the Emag. I think this is one of the main selling points of the marker. It's a great safety and one that I have used in a game because I forgot to charge up the battery on the way to the tournament (user error for sure, but the marker compensated).
3. The reputation of AGD is unmatched (an opinion of mine). Here I'm referring to the quality of the workmanship, function of design and customer service. I like being backed up by a company that is as dedicated to it's customers as AGD
4. I want function in a marker, without the hype. I know that AGD markers do not have the resale of others in the same class. I do not think this is due to performance, but more with marketing and trends. AGD has always produced items with function in mind not marketing. Given the choice I'll take the underrated marker over the expensive hyped one.
5. The last thing that influenced my switch was innovation. Of all the companies out there producing products for paintball, none think and design outside of the "box" as do AGD. They are very innovative in their approach, and produce products that give players an edge (The warp my not look that great, but I love the fact that not many of my opponents are using them. I think the warp is the best innovation since HPA. It with out a doubt gives me an edge in a game because of the reduced profile it gives).
Speedy, I realize I sound somewhat fanatical, but it is not blind devotion. In terms of making the switch, I would suggest picking up a used Emag. I think you'll find you get great bang for your buck ($700-$800 stock, around $1000 with warp and extras). The SFL has the option of interchangeable breachs, and will soon have the ACE. Other than that your paying for milling, anno, and a little reduced weight.
Hope this helps (this is very unlike me to be so vocal!)
Douglas.
Rob
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