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Incase you're interested in what I did.... I bought another TM VSR 10, but in OD this time. I did handle the other snipers, TAC-41, SSG's, they were nice but felt like 'too much' of a gun for what I need, if you see what I mean. The clean line and simplicity of the VSR is a real attraction to me. I've bought the parts to upgrade to the same spec as my other VSR, this will be fine for now until I feel the need to go further. Thanks for all the input and DM's guys, its really appreciated. The scope is just one I had lying about. its a x50 and too big in my view. I'll keep an eye out for a nice x40 mildot.

I have what Rogerborg has an image of above. use a sniper with standard height sight and no issues. Face covering is such a personal choice, I rarely see two set ups the same.

Well that’s a glowing review for the TAC-41. I’ve got a lot to think about, thanks again.

Thanks guys. I’ll have a look at the TAC-41 this weekend at my local shop. Thank you impulse for the detailed comparison.

Ohhh, maybe You can fit M42 silencers on a TAC-41....

I have already bought one about 9 months ago and am thinking of getting another. When I got it, I did some small upgrades (thanks to you guys) that improved the range and accuracy, but kept the stock spring so my son could cock it. What's happened now is that both my son and daughter love using it so I don't get a look in! I also really enjoy using it and as it's on the 1J limit we don't have a minimum engagement distance, this means I don't have to worry about my kids accidently shooting someone at close range. So, with this in mind I'm thinking or buying another one and upgrading to a higher specification, maybe 2J. This would be MY rifle! I'm struggling a bit with spending £230 in a rifle and then spending £200+ on upgrading by replacing the new parts. I'm happy to invest and do the work but don't want to throw money away. Question is, should I be looking at a cheaper platform than the TM to start with if I'm going to end up throwing a load of parts away? I love the look of the VSR10 G spec with the silencer, its a really nice looking weapon!.....

Welcome! I’m just over a year into your story. My daughter now plays sometimes as well as my son and I, so I’m at x3 on all costs. Step one, get the UKARA defence, as for rifle, get what you like the look of. Guarantee you will have at least 3 or 4 within a year 🤣 The Specna Arms are good value and I can testify to them being good starter weapons.

Thanks for clarifying guys. i'll ask my site next time I go but good to hear it should be ok.

I'll ask when I'm next at my local site but what the consensus from the forum. Would a 3 or 6 shot shotgun be frowned upon in a game that's semi-fire only. The idea, as I understand it, behind semi is to only have one BB in flight at a time? wouldn't a multi BB shotgun be against this rule?

My son and his mate use Valken Mi-7, they are 12-13 years old. Masks fit great and as they are double lensed don't steam up. They cover the face totally and protect the ears. My son has detached the visor and wears a boonie hat over the top. Only other thing I would recommend for a kid is something to protect the neck, my son got hit in the throat and it hurt him so much he almost gave it up. Unluckily hit but if you've got bare skin you can guarantee you'll get hit there. He now has a scrim around his neck and is fine. Last thing, gloves. getting hit in the knuckle is painful, my daughter got hit and had a lump for weeks.

My sniper rifle is only 1j so have had people not call the hit a few times. Can be annoying but as others say I keep dialling in the shot until I hit somewhere they do notice it. I love the fieldcraft aspect of it, with a low power bolt action you are hugely outgunned which makes sneaking up and getting the hit super satisfying.

Sorry just checked her rifle, it’s a Flex not an Edge. The local shop I use say they sell loads of them and have no issues. I defo buy another one.

Well @WillMidz, I’ve been using my VSR10 bolt action rifle and really loving the different style of play compared to an assault rifle. This, along with my pistol have given me hours of fun. I recently bought a ICS L85 second hand off here to learn how to ‘tech’. I’ve taken the whole thing apart and am in the process of upgrading. I used it at a game the other day and enjoyed the bullpup style, fits with my loadout also. I’m currently waiting for the Noveske N4’s to come back in stock so I can get my first GBB rifle. I’ve come to the conclusion that having a few different weapons allows you to mix things up depending on the game. I go with my kids so we tend to share which is great to mix things up. If I was buying a starter rifle again I would probably go for a Specna Arms Edge. I bought one for my daughter, £170, and it’s fantastic out of the box. I find myself gravitating to this weapon for your standard woodland skirmish, it’s a great all rounder.

I spent £160 on my first AEG and used it heavily for a year before fiddling with it. Even then I didn’t really need to but wanted to try and improve the performance. TBH I wish I’d left it alone as I haven’t made it any better. I don’t regret buying a ‘cheap’ first rif as I spent more on accessories and protection. I think it took a good 6 months of playing before I got a loadout I was happy with. One thing I’ve learnt is everyone have their own favourite, both style of gun and make. It’s a lot like Pivot, YT, Specialized, Santa Cruze, etc. They’re all good and do pretty much the same thing, you’ll have loads of fun whatever you buy, but you will want to move on depending on what style of play you end up preferring.

Ohh, that's a really good point. The clip that goes around the hop up unit to hold the barrel is sitting a little bit higher than it was before. Its only a miniscule amount but I wonder if that's enough friction to work against the barrel spring to stop the unit seating in the exact same place. I didn't make any changes like adding tape so can rule that out. I'll try again when I get back from work tonight. Thanks for responding.

I know there’s a few threads on this kind of issue but I can’t find one with my specific issue. I took my CM16 apart to replace the bucking rubber (same green rubber). When I put it back together it worked perfectly and felt really nice. When getting the rifle crono’d on Saturday the magazine wouldn’t lock in. I tried 3-4 different mags, mid, high caps with the same result. I took it apart, checked everything about 15 times with no improvement. When I got home I took it apart and this time managed to get the mag to lock, but now it only feeds one or two BB’s before nothing. Inside the CM16 it’s simple, so it’s really bugging me that I can’t see what’s wrong. Any ideas? it must be an alignment issue but I can’t see from where, what have I done wrong? thanks in advance. Dave

Hey, I haven’t posted on this thread for a while but had a great day so thought I’d share. Went all on my own to my local site which is Dogtag, as my son had other things to do. I decided to take along the VSR10 I bought us but I’ve never used as he hogs it, along with my CM16. My CM16 decided to break almost instantly so had to use the VSR10 for the whole morning. OMG I has a awesome time, it’s only mildly upgraded so is just under 1j, this meant I didn’t have the 30m limit which is something Dogtag are trialing. The game style using a bolt action rifle is so different to what I’m used to, but I loved it. Using a scope and really planing your shots is a whole another world. The satisfaction of getting that hit, taking it into account the fall of the BB, etc is a buzz. Some moments I missed the fire rate of the CM16 but my pistol kind of made up for it. I might need to rethink my next gun purchase 🤔

A great read this thread. I'm 47 and started this game a year ago after my son said he wanted to try it. I was honestly expecting airsoft to be more serious but have had some of the best laughs I've had in years. As above, army surplus and airsoft boot sales are a great source of kit. I waited until the had the UKARA before buying and even then just got a 'cheap' £150 gun, I'm still using it a year later and only now looking to upgrade. I have started running and trying to get fit as this is letting me down a bit, not a side effect I was expecting from Airsoft.,,

@Nick G that’s a glowing recommendation. I think I’m sold on getting one and giving it a go.

Thanks for the reply’s. I think my favourite moments so far are switching to my side arm when out of amo and being overrun by enemy 😀. This cold factor is starting to play on my mind, I play all year round and spending £500 on a set up that I can’t use all the time seems a bit off. I need to do more thinking…

Thanks for the swift reply’s. Really good points for me to think about. I’m using 0.20 at the moment but did try 0.25 towards the end of the last game. I think I noticed an improvement but will try again when gaming next week. I’ll check the barrel and bucking. I’ll try loading less BB’s also and see how I get on. weight is something I didn’t think of, are gas mags really that much heavier? As it is I carry all the mags and grenades, not just for me but for my two kids…. I might as well ask while I’ve got you guys, if I do decide to stick with an AEG, what’s a good next step to the CM16? keep the thoughts coming please….

I’ve been playing for over a year now and am looking to move on from my starter G&G CM16. I do like the rifle but find the range and accuracy a bit frustrating sometimes. I find I have to fire a lot of BB’s to get the hit and although I’ve got used to this style of play I’d like to step it up. I went to my local store and had a EMG Noveske N4 suggested to me as an option. I have to say it felt really nice but never fired or played with a GBBR. I don’t mind spending £500 (gun, mags, acc, etc) but as my main weapon, I want to make sure I’m doing the right thing going to gas. I love using my gas 1911 pistol for its realism and am hoping GBBR gives me the same feeling. My main worry is having a mag with only 35 shots. I’m currently using high caps and hearing the rate of fire of some of the other players, makes my nervous about being outgunned. Any thoughts?

I've bought three starter RIF's in the last 6 months for myself, son and daughter. One G&G Raider and two Specna Arms, one Flex and the other Daniel Defense Core. The Specna Arms definitely feel nicer to use with better triggers, they also seem a little more accurate. All were under £180 each. I will replace my CM16 at some point but to be honest still having loads of fun with it and will only replace with a better rifle when it breaks.

Argh, this upgrading thing is a slippery slope. I wish one of you would have warned me! So with the AA hop up, the adjustment is done with a Alan key through the magazine port. This is not ideal so I've been looking at a TDC unit. Anyone use one, what are they like and where did you get it from?

Met Mr Hewes today and spent 20min’s talking to him. He’s honestly a top bloke and exactly like he is on film. The FV4005 is an impressive bit of kit. As for the VSR, fitted the parts yesterday afternoon, was more fiddly than hard to do. The rifle works but yet to test it outside of the garden so don’t know if it’s made a difference. Thanks for all the advice👍