Sniper Rifle (Spring)

[Moleo]

I'm looking to get a spring-loaded sniper rifle, something I can use for target shooting and in game.

I've been looking at the Well Mauser AW338 MB-08, the Double Eagle M50A, and the Snow Wolf M24 Socom, but obviously I'm new, so do you have any recommendations of other guns/ experience with these guns?

I'm looking at spending £140 (+/- 20%)

Thanks

 

[Saltyyy]

Noooooo!

If you're new to airsoft, do not get a sniper rifle as your first gun.

Do not, no, just forget the idea.

Sniping in airsoft is not like it seems in the games, you have to spend quite a bit to get a high performance rifle.

Most skirmish sites will have a 60ft minimum engagement range, so anything closer than 60ft and you're screwed and will need to invest in either a good pistol, or something like an MP7 or a small backup weapon for closer battles.

You're severely limiting yourself on what you can do, you're not going to be able to snipe in a corridor or something alike, and will find yourself being a bit bored.

Get an AEG for your first gun, roll with that and if you have a bit of extra cash, then get a rifle, because you then have a back up rifle.

Please, for skirmishing sake, don't get one for your first gun.

 

[Alexb111]

Won't say exactly what's been said but if you set on a sniper (target shooting etc) then avoid the M50A.

If your going to get one like that get a Well Warrior L96 because its pretty much the same gun but in green which is much easier on the eye than bright orange! Got mine for £130 + a scope which made it around £180 for the set. No idea on the other snipers but I got mine as an upgrade platform cos I love the feel of the stock and it should be easy to spraypaint when I get a UKARA licence later this year.

Also I have an issue with double eagle as another of their guns broke within 15 minutes of using it so I avoid them (not sure if I got a bad gun or their bad altogether but i've avoided them ever since).

If your going to a skirmish and plan on using a sniper (i.e. an outdoor game) then you will want a good sidearm, preferably an pistol with an automatic function. (see m93R for an example)

Again sniper is not the best starting gun unless your starting with around £800 for an upgraded version, a full set of kit and a good sidearm so you can go straight into games.

My advice is to hire out a standard AK or M4 for 3 times till you get a UKARA licence and can buy a black coloured gun/spray a 2tone gun, you'll also have more experience and can make an educated decision.

 

[Wardeneo]

Noooooo!
If you're new to airsoft, do not get a sniper rifle as your first gun.

Do not, no, just forget the idea.

Sniping in airsoft is not like it seems in the games, you have to spend quite a bit to get a high performance rifle.

Most skirmish sites will have a 60ft minimum engagement range, so anything closer than 60ft and you're screwed and will need to invest in either a good pistol, or something like an MP7 or a small backup weapon for closer battles.

You're severely limiting yourself on what you can do, you're not going to be able to snipe in a corridor or something alike, and will find yourself being a bit bored.

Get an AEG for your first gun, roll with that and if you have a bit of extra cash, then get a rifle, because you then have a back up rifle.

Please, for skirmishing sake, don't get one for your first gun.

I agree sniping isn't the easiest thing to do at te best of times let alone as your first gun

Go aeg...

If ur stubborn like me then a tm vsr 10 (pro or gspec) is the best IMO

But it will need a lot of upgrades as do most snipers so ur gonna need £500+

Liam

Ps double eagle sniper rifles suck!! - if u want a cheap sniper that's relatively good - get a well/warrior l96!

 

[craig]

why dose no one listen to me <_< get a M14 stick a bigger spring in it and a scope on it and your grand

 

[Wardeneo]

why dose no one listen to me <_< get a M14 stick a bigger spring in it and a scope on it and your grand

I Do agree - m14 is best platform for a dmr - but nothing beats a boltie for a sniper IMO ^^

Liam