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January 15th, 2006, 19:00
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Horrible Newb Question regarding clips
I really hate to do this, but how hard are clips to find? I've been looking around a little and have found absolutely no extras. Do you have to order them after buying a gun, or are they only on the higher end guns? What about other accessories, such as silencers? Do they have to be matched to the model?
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January 15th, 2006, 19:07
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Yay, I get in first!
Look in retailers buy sell sections. Chances are yo udon't have access to the b/s section on here yet, need to get one of your regional reps to get you access if you are over 18. You will get shot down by calling them clips, they are mags, hopefully I covered that area as well. As for matching up, yes, to a point though. AK mags fit AKs, MP5 mags fit all MP5 models, M16/M4 mags fit all variants of that as well. Brand name doesn't matter much. |
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January 15th, 2006, 19:07
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If we know what gun your where looking for we could help you more.
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January 15th, 2006, 19:12
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January 15th, 2006, 19:13
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Thank you, although it was more of a general statement. I've been tasked with reasearching airsoft for a group of people who are interested in playing casually, so stating a specific gun would be more difficult. However I'm assuming that you will not be getting any replacement mags for the cheap Canadian Tire spring guns?
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January 15th, 2006, 19:15
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You assumed right
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January 15th, 2006, 19:16
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January 15th, 2006, 19:17
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When your CT gun breaks... at about 8,000 shots, you've got a new mag for the next gun.
Though... the CT gun mags break around that time too... the mag lips wear down too much. Can't buy them in Canada, contact Crosman to get some... They DO make them. |
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January 15th, 2006, 20:37
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January 15th, 2006, 20:55
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I'd always thought it was just a different word for the same thing. I'm not much of a weapons enthusiast. Thank you though, for making that clear.
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January 15th, 2006, 21:35
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If all you can afford are the Canadian Tire guns, to play in backyards or whatever, forget this sport even exists. This is like asking if you can vote before you are 18. No matter how much you want to, how mature you are, or how much you research/ask, you cant. Wait a year, gather at least $600, get age-verified then. Or if you and your friends really want to shoot guns, go join a gun-club with the accord and supervision of your parents. That will be MUCH cheaper. |
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January 16th, 2006, 02:55
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It isn't so much about the guns themselves, actually. We'd never planned anything so hardcore as dressing up and getting the most realistic guns. That will probably get me laughed off the boards, but I just want to know more about the community and about airsoft in general. Several of us live out in the country with plenty of woods, nice and secluded, so it seemed like an ideal place to get into everything. I suppose if it's an all or nothing sport then...well, I suppose some will and others won't. Most of us will be eighteen shortly however, and I'm sure some wouldn't mind playing on fields and meeting the rest of the community though. Also, it isn't that we can't afford anything more then Canadian Tire guns, it's just that being VERY casual new entries for the time it's a cheap way to introduce ourselves to airsoft. I don't think I would be very welcome at fields with this attitude either, so spending a lot of money on a gun seems like a bad idea. Maybe if I can get more into it.
It seems like a hard sport to enter...well worth it, but hard. |
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January 16th, 2006, 03:45
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Honestly, the Cambodian Tire guns do not give you a taste of airsoft. It's like comparing a '77 Corolla to a new SLK 230. It's impossible, really. Having said that though, you don't have to be totally dedicated to play. But as you start, you may find your level of dedication increasing dramatically!
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January 16th, 2006, 07:50
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As nic_s just said, being casual is not the problem. Playing with things that have barely 10 to 50 feet of range is not even a vague introduction to airsoft. It's a waste and it will turn you off fast.
It's like wanting a driver's license, but buying a pedal powered tricycle... then wanting to go on the highway. Yeah, you'll have an idea about driving, but see the point? I'm a very casual player myself. I really dont like full blown Milsim, but that's my choice. Thing is, when I did play more, at least my equipment was not under-par. Dont buy crap, you'll thank us later. |
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January 16th, 2006, 14:26
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i have been thinking about writing a gear guid for noobs or something like that for a wile. im not to good with words and im lazy, so it hasnt happend yet.
but, ill make this sugestion, get some paintball goggles (if you dont alrady have um) that can be taken down to just the frame and strap holding the lense if you prefer. (alot of us do) gogles can be had for about $50 for a decent pair. i think that at alot of places a gun may be fairly easy to borow or rent, but there arnt to many gogle whors out there. the other important thing in my mind is a good pair of boots. you dont need to spend a lot of money on them, but get a decent pair. i have a pair of rothco 'basic issue' boots, they are watter proof and light weight and only cost me $100. plus you can use them for more than just airsoft. you should also get cheap used BDUs. some people spend lots of money on gear, but it isnt neccesary for some one just starting. i hope this helps you out in your gear selecting if you decide to take the plunge. Joe
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