First gun comparison

RickGrimesWho · August 6th, 2016, 20:48

Hey guys,

So im very new to airsoft and I plan on going the rental route a couple times before I buy, but as a long time FPS player im kind of really excited to think about buying my first gun and modding it.

That being said, I dont know much about physical airsoft guns besides what ive researched lately and im looking for some opinions/lessons here.

The gun im looking at getting as my first is this
https://niagaraquartermaster.com/col...roducts/378159

The youtube reviews on it seem great and I was told in-store it's a very solid stock gun to begin with.

Im just curious as to what the difference is, as vague or as much detail as you like, between this gun and say a lower price range like this:
https://niagaraquartermaster.com/products/377941

or a higher price range like this:
https://niagaraquartermaster.com/products/687195

I picked these specifically because it seems like tippman and VFC are top tier brands where ares is a step down, but also because these are all available at my local store and my local field (I think) rents out to players the Ares m4.

FWIW as of right now im pretty set on the VFC given all the praise Ive heard about it. just looking for more opinion and information so I can understand more about airsoft guns in general.

thanks guys!

Drakker · August 6th, 2016, 21:12

VFC is the only good choice really. The Ares have lots of proprietary parts, which makes fixing and upgrading them a hassle. The Tippman is a weird contraption with no available parts or upgrades and really only works well on HPA, the CO2 option is crap.

devbro · August 6th, 2016, 21:14

here is the basic run down for you: the VFC you picked is a high end AEG, meaning it uses battery. AEG tend to be cheaper, easier to fix and require less maintenance.

Tippman on the other hand is a gas operated gun. pay attention to the small air nozzle under then grip. They are generally more realistic, more powerful and fancier for that matter.

If it is your first gun then go for AEG for sure. VFC may be an overkill in terms of price and quality. Just make sure the FPS for whatever gun you buy is within the limit of where you want to play.

ThunderCactus · August 6th, 2016, 21:38

The VFC and honey badger are both good choices.
The ARES is much more proprietary in terms of externals and some internals, but overall a pretty solid gun.

RickGrimesWho · August 7th, 2016, 00:34

Quote:

Originally Posted by Drakker

VFC is the only good choice really. The Ares have lots of proprietary parts, which makes fixing and upgrading them a hassle. The Tippman is a weird contraption with no available parts or upgrades and really only works well on HPA, the CO2 option is crap.

Thanks I think that sums it up for me, I definitely want an AEG over gas powered and it seems the VFC brand is made to last. Im not really into the idea of having a blowback or anything like that anyway

Quote:

Originally Posted by devbro

here is the basic run down for you: the VFC you picked is a high end AEG, meaning it uses battery. AEG tend to be cheaper, easier to fix and require less maintenance.

definitely what im looking for ^

Quote:

Originally Posted by devbro

If it is your first gun then go for AEG for sure. VFC may be an overkill in terms of price and quality. Just make sure the FPS for whatever gun you buy is within the limit of where you want to play.

Thanks for the tip. Im not too worried about cost and I keep things like this in good condition so if I don't really get into airsoft then it will be soon enough to have good resale value. Luckily my local store also owns the closest field to me so Ill be able to get a good FPS set for fields in my area

Quote:

Originally Posted by ThunderCactus

The VFC and honey badger are both good choices.
The ARES is much more proprietary in terms of externals and some internals, but overall a pretty solid gun.

Thanks for the input! Im looking forward to giving them both a try.

I think my mind is pretty made up here, I definitely appreciate the knowledgeable and helpful replies I've gotten so far on ASC. Cheers guys

pzrwest · August 7th, 2016, 22:26

Before I make a choice of which gun I want is I do a youtube search of the gun and look at the posts of the gun and also check out the reviews on the forum here using the search button. I like to read the pros and cons of the gun and then make my decision whether or not to get the gun

ThunderCactus · August 7th, 2016, 22:49

VFC:
-awesome everything
-needs a new tappet plate and piston

honey badger:
-most internals aftermarket compatible where it counts, but pretty solid all round.
-super lightweight
-some proprietary parts that don't break down very often and are readily available from ARES
-Need programmer to switch between 7.4 and 11.1 lipo

Honestly just buy one of the two. All guns break down at some point. The important thing is both can be FIXED easily.

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August 6th, 2016, 20:48	#1
RickGrimesWho Trader rating Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: St. Catharines, ON	First gun comparison Hey guys, So im very new to airsoft and I plan on going the rental route a couple times before I buy, but as a long time FPS player im kind of really excited to think about buying my first gun and modding it. That being said, I dont know much about physical airsoft guns besides what ive researched lately and im looking for some opinions/lessons here. The gun im looking at getting as my first is this https://niagaraquartermaster.com/col...roducts/378159 The youtube reviews on it seem great and I was told in-store it's a very solid stock gun to begin with. Im just curious as to what the difference is, as vague or as much detail as you like, between this gun and say a lower price range like this: https://niagaraquartermaster.com/products/377941 or a higher price range like this: https://niagaraquartermaster.com/products/687195 I picked these specifically because it seems like tippman and VFC are top tier brands where ares is a step down, but also because these are all available at my local store and my local field (I think) rents out to players the Ares m4. FWIW as of right now im pretty set on the VFC given all the praise Ive heard about it. just looking for more opinion and information so I can understand more about airsoft guns in general. thanks guys!

August 6th, 2016, 21:12	#2
Drakker Official ASC Geomorphologist Trader rating Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Montr?al south shore, Qc	VFC is the only good choice really. The Ares have lots of proprietary parts, which makes fixing and upgrading them a hassle. The Tippman is a weird contraption with no available parts or upgrades and really only works well on HPA, the CO2 option is crap. __________________ Keep quiet. Sound travels faster than BBs. Québec province's master age verification representative.

August 7th, 2016, 22:26	#6
pzrwest Trader rating Join Date: May 2007 Location: Cardiff, Ontario, Canada	Before I make a choice of which gun I want is I do a youtube search of the gun and look at the posts of the gun and also check out the reviews on the forum here using the search button. I like to read the pros and cons of the gun and then make my decision whether or not to get the gun __________________

August 6th, 2016, 21:14	#3
devbro Trader rating Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Thornhill, ON, Canada, North America, Earth	here is the basic run down for you: the VFC you picked is a high end AEG, meaning it uses battery. AEG tend to be cheaper, easier to fix and require less maintenance. Tippman on the other hand is a gas operated gun. pay attention to the small air nozzle under then grip. They are generally more realistic, more powerful and fancier for that matter. If it is your first gun then go for AEG for sure. VFC may be an overkill in terms of price and quality. Just make sure the FPS for whatever gun you buy is within the limit of where you want to play.

August 6th, 2016, 21:38	#4
ThunderCactus Not Eye Safe, Pretty Boy Maximus on the field take his picture! Trader rating Join Date: Feb 2007	The VFC and honey badger are both good choices. The ARES is much more proprietary in terms of externals and some internals, but overall a pretty solid gun.

August 7th, 2016, 22:49	#7
ThunderCactus Not Eye Safe, Pretty Boy Maximus on the field take his picture! Trader rating Join Date: Feb 2007	VFC: -awesome everything -needs a new tappet plate and piston honey badger: -most internals aftermarket compatible where it counts, but pretty solid all round. -super lightweight -some proprietary parts that don't break down very often and are readily available from ARES -Need programmer to switch between 7.4 and 11.1 lipo Honestly just buy one of the two. All guns break down at some point. The important thing is both can be FIXED easily.

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