How To Buy Paintball Guns

There is a lot to take into consideration when buying a new paintball gun, if its your first one or your tenth. There are so many different makes and models to choose from. They range in price anywhere from about 100 dollars up to and exceeding 900 dollars. If you are a beginner, how do you figure out which one will be right for you?

Going to your local playing field is a great way to gain knowledge of the game of paintball as well as familiarizing yourself with the different types of paintball guns. Get into the game and start playing and trying out the different types of rental guns they offer. Talk to the other players. They are a good source of information as well.

If you have a local paintball gun and accessory shop, they can be a huge help with your research. Go in and don't be afraid to ask questions, after all its not a cheap sport to get into. Some shops offer an indoor range where you can test out different types of guns you may be considering purchasing.

Go online to different internet sites and check out the reviews on the types of paintball guns you're interested in. This might be one of the best deciding factors. You will find out the quality of the gun quite quickly by reading them.

Here are a few tips so you're not running around completely blind when you go out to ask questions about purchasing your new paintball gun.

• You will also need to find out which type of CO2 power you want to use. There are CO2 cartridge quick-chargers and CO2 air tanks. CO2 air tanks usually hold up well, but you need a place to fill it when you run out. CO2 cartridge quick-chargers last about 25-35 rounds before you need to change them.
• Different length in the barrel of the paintball gun makes a difference in accuracy. A longer barrel, although more awkward when handling it, is generally more accurate. The shorter barrel, although lighter and easier to handle, is generally less accurate.
• Automatic or semi-automatic. This is totally up to you and your preference. Some people like to shoot and be accurate, and some like to unload the whole magazine (loader) on someone unexpectedly.
• Do you plan on buying online or from your local dealer? Never buy a paintball gun you have not been able to handle. Pictures of products can be misleading, and you may end up with something of poor quality.