Hey All, Inquireing Newb

[theegrimrobe]

thinking about taking up airsofting - i mostly want target shooting (preferably longer range ie sniper)

i dont have kit but am looking for something reasonably highpower (for distance) so im guessing gas powered of some kind -- i might also want to do pistol target - but im not into the idea of creeping around in the woods etc waiting to get pinged -- dont care about weapon colour if its sensible (ie not neon pink) but scope and bipod are a requirement - prefer metal ball to plastic as i used to shoot a bit as a kid(friends kit) and prefered metal ammo

im based in chesterfield and will be looking for a range(s) within 45-60 mins drive but can go further for somewhere really interesting

 

[Tackle]

Welcome, doesn't sound to me like your actually looking to "play" ?

For starters the kit we use is plastic bb's only, with strict limits on power output & corresponding BB weight.

That's not to say you can't use the kit perfectly for range or ispc use, just don't expect airgun or real steel velocities.

Question is:

DO YOU WANNA PLAY ?

or just target shoot ?

If it's the latter, then you might want to consider airgun forums & contact local gun clubs & ranges to see what your options are.

If it's the former, if the idea of stalking like-minded sneaky mofo's & picking them off before they do the same to you appeals, then your in the right place.

What I will say is sniping isn't for everyone, in Airsoft your mindset & fieldcraft is just as important as your rifle, many people think it's their bag, only to invest in the sniper specific kit only to realise it's not & they're shit lol.

What I would say is get along to a local site that has a good rep & play a game as a rental, I'm not aware of anywhere that rents sniper rifles so you'll prob have to suck it up & use an assault rifle, but stick it on semi & get sneaky, your halfway there.

If you have a great day (you will?), then rent for 2 more games in not less than two months, your ready to start shopping, & by that time you'll have a better idea what role your in to, personally I'd recommend the dmr initially, it's a good compromise & excellent for getting experience.

Good luck ?

 

[theegrimrobe]

il keep doing my reseach i guess

thanks

 

[Albiscuit]

I would look for a rifle or air gun club if I were you. Airsoft doesn’t really have the appeal your after I don’t think