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Hi guys and gals, my name is Phil and I am from Swindon. Both my brother and myself are starting to get interested in airsoft, we've been once already and we both loved it. I have come on here to ask for advice as to what are the best beginners buys for guns. I have a general idea what I'd like but wanted to see what other people's opinions are first. I don't have a massive budget to spend at the moment but would be looking at about 300 quid to start me off.

Thanks for taking the time to read this and I am looking forward to see what your replies are.

Cheers

Phil

 
Well, If you have a £300 Budget, don't get a £300 gun, you won't be able to afford to run it. a G&G M4 is a good base, and Usually (Depending on the version) £120 - £150. After that you can get all the things you need to run it (Battery's, charger, Mags, Etc.) And you could even get some Camo gear after that. I got a full British Army MTP Gear from a Surplus shop, In Swindon actually. about £40 for trousers and top. You can also get a Osprey vest for around £40, but that's if you want British army kit, If you just want what you need, then a Viper vest and some camo clothes will do fine. and after all that, You could probably get a low end GBB Pistol too, But Pistols are kinda unnecessary in Airsoft, especially if it's outdoors. If you do decide on a Gun, Its best to watch some videos on it, to see it fire, etc. But far better than that - See if you can go into a shop and look around (The only airsoft shop in Swindon is here: https://www.swindonairsoft.co.uk/) It's much better to get a feel for a gun before you buy it.

I know I sound like I know what I'm doing, But I've only ever been to one game too, I just jump at the chance to wright an essay :)

I'd wait and see if anyone corrects me - Not all my advice may be good XD

 
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B.S said:
I know I sound like I know what I'm doing, But I've only ever been to one game too, I just jump at the chance to wright an essay :)

I'd wait and see if anyone corrects me - Not all my advice may be good XD
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If you have only ever played once and don't really know much about the kit do you think its really a good idea advising someone else on how to spend their money?
 
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B.S said:
Well, If you have a £300 Budget, don't get a £300 gun, you won't be able to afford to run it
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Ehm bb's is like £7, batteries are £10, charger £20, so wow pay £30 upfront and after that ally you need to pay is £7 and your mains bill. And anyway a £300 gun will cost exactly the same to run as a £60 gun from twg?

 
ImTriggerHappy said:
If you have only ever played once snd dont really know much about the kit do you think its really a good idea advising someone else on how to spend their money?
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I did warn him I'm probably not good at advice.

Tbh, I've got nothing better to do atm. In fact I've got nothing to do at all. I thought I'd make use of all the hours of research I've done on Airsoft, you don't have to be Experienced to be knowledgeable.

P.S At least I can type XD

Aengus said:
Ehm bb's is like £7, batteries are £10, charger £20, so wow pay £30 upfront and after that ally you need to pay is £7 and your mains bill. And anyway a £300 gun will cost exactly the same to run as a £60 gun from twg?
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Well, I didn't mean actually shoot it, I just meant all the kit You'd get as a starter. But if you wanna run around in Jeans and a Hoodie, that's fine. I didn't mean to imply a More expensive gun costs more to run - I just meant that you wouldn't be able to get any more kit if you spent all your budget on a gun.

 
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B.S said:
I did warn him I'm probably not good at advice.

Tbh, I've got nothing better to do atm. In fact I've got nothing to do at all. I thought I'd make use of all the hours of research I've done on Airsoft, you don't have to be Experienced to be knowledgeable.

P.S At least I can type XD
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No but first hand knowledge is very important when advising people where to spend their money. I know a fair bit about gas guns from research but haven't used them enough that I would ever advise anyone on which one to buy.
To the OP you dont need loads of kit to start just decent eyepro and spend the rest buying the best gun that you can afford and most importantly like.

No one ever had a good game because they were wearing camo or wearing a PC all that can be bought after. But your gun can have a big impact as its the second most important thing next to the player themselves.

Yes there was a little typing error when using my phone but at least it was only one word not a whole post.

 
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Cheers for the replies guys. So what would be better? AEG or GBB for a beginner like myself?

 
JellyBelly said:
Cheers for the replies guys. So what would be better? AEG or GBB for a beginner like myself?
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Probably an Aeg, best bit of advice is to go along and rent for a few games and look at what people are using. Most airsofters will gladly let you handle their weapon so thats a good way to get an idea of what feels right for you.
 
ImTriggerHappy said:
No but first hand knowledge is very important when advising people where to spend their money. I know a fair bit about gas guns from research but haven't used them enough that I would ever advise anyone on which one to buy.

To the OP you dont need loads of kit to start just decent eyepro and spend the rest buying the best gun that you can afford and most importantly like.

No one ever had a good game because they were wearing camo or wearing a PC all that can be bought after. But your gun can have a big impact as its the second most important thing next to the player themselves.

Yes there was a little typing error when using my phone but at least it was only one word not a whole post.
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The Spelling thing was a joke, I wasn't looking for an argument...

And My Advice was coming from someone very interested in the Realism side of things, I'm more about looking badass than having a good gun :)

I don't care if I play shite, As long as I look go doing it :)

 
B.S said:
The Spelling thing was a joke, I wasn't looking for an argument...

And My Advice was coming from someone very interested in the Realism side of things, I'm more about looking badass than having a good gun :)

I don't care if I play shite, As long as I look go doing it :)
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How you want to play is your perogative but the op asked about guns.
I wasn't offended in the slightest on the spelling comment I have rhino hide.

Word of advice though airsoft is full of people who only want to look badass but real players loathe them. The best way to look badass is to casually stroll away from all the players whose hands are in the air because of you.

 
Welcome :) . To echo some of what is said above, my advice would be to get good eyepro, 2 batteries and charger, a couple of spare mags, and spend the rest on a good AEG. Play in old clothes and built a 'load out' later. If you have not already seen this, http://www.airsoft-forums.co.uk/index.php/topic/12854-new-player-guides-info/. Have a read and also all the other sticky posts, lots of good information.

If you are in Swindon then there are some good sites around, I would certainly recommend The Mall a great indoor CQB site and a place to meet several forum members.

 
Jedi_Master said:
Welcome :) . To echo some of what is said above, my advice would be to get good eyepro, 2 batteries and charger, a couple of spare mags, and spend the rest on a good AEG. Play in old clothes and built a 'load out' later. If you have not already seen this, http://www.airsoft-forums.co.uk/index.php/topic/12854-new-player-guides-info/. Have a read and also all the other sticky posts, lots of good information.

If you are in Swindon then there are some good sites around, I would certainly recommend The Mall a great indoor CQB site and a place to meet several forum members.
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Cheers for the heads up. I know there are a few sites around me. Been to Strikeforce badlands already and going again this Sunday. Just want to get my UKARA now so I can go shopping haha

 
ImTriggerHappy said:
How you want to play is your perogative but the op asked about guns.

I wasn't offended in the slightest on the spelling comment I have rhino hide.

Word of advice though airsoft is full of people who only want to look badass but real players loathe them. The best way to look badass is to casually stroll away from all the players whose hands are in the air because of you.
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Well, By that I sorta meant in the equipment area, I didn't mean I'm not gonna try to play well, I just meant I'm not gonna squeeze every last bit of Performance out of my equipment.

And, I'm sorry I acted argumentative, I'm just used to people using Emoji's on gaming Forums, usually if there are none your being serious, I can't tell if people are acting offended or not XD

P.S

'best beginners buys for guns'

When I read that I skipped the 'For Guns' bit :/

 
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