Deciding on Airsoft gun

Austinairsoft · December 18th, 2011, 19:55

Hey guys, I've had a crappy walmart airsoft gun for years and have decided it is time for an upgrade! I really like the look of m4 variants. From what i have looked at, these are the guns i have narrowed it down to.

G&G M4 Light MAX:
https://www.buyairsoft.ca/review/pro...52/category/38

G&G M4 Carbine:
https://www.buyairsoft.ca/gandg-m4-carbine.html

G&G M4 Blowback:
https://www.buyairsoft.ca/gandg-m4-blowback-1.html

G&G seems to be a reputable company and is decently priced. As of now i am thinking i should purchase the G&G M4 Light Max, but i am a bit worried it will be to small. What do you guys think is the best bang for my buck? Are there other guns at this price range that you would recommend? Thanks!

pancakedestroyer · December 18th, 2011, 20:00

Age verified + Classifieds = Better guns in that price range.

Do yourself a favour, read the FAQs. Find a local AV rep and get AV'd then find something on the classifieds.

You'll thank yourself.

Rush · December 18th, 2011, 20:02

^Beat me to it^

Id get AV'd first and see what pops up in the Sales thread. But if you want an opinion from those three Id go Carbine. Long enough to be fun outdoors as well as short enough to use for indoors. The Light is pretty short imo, not saying you couldn't use it outdoors but I prefer a larger rifle for that type of play. Also see if you can't get out to a game to try out some, after all you don't want to spend $300+ on something that is uncomfortable/awkward to play with.

pancakedestroyer · December 18th, 2011, 20:13

The light is the same size as my G&P M4A1. 10.5" barrel, more than enough for out door play and great for crashing through bush. I don't try to push it much past 150ft when I'm in the clear shooting at people.

That being said, I bought my G&P for $350 used with upgraded internals. So...$6 more than the G&G and a much better gun.

The blow back model. Avoid.
Blow back = greater chance for something to break. Most people who've had a blow back gun disable the blow back feature.

As for the "size" of the gun. The stock is adjustable, it'll fit almost any body type/size.

Eeyore · December 18th, 2011, 20:19

Quote:

Originally Posted by Austinairsoft

Hey guys, I've had a crappy walmart airsoft gun for years and have decided it is time for an upgrade! I really like the look of m4 variants. From what i have looked at, these are the guns i have narrowed it down to.

G&G M4 Light MAX:
https://www.buyairsoft.ca/review/pro...52/category/38

G&G M4 Carbine:
https://www.buyairsoft.ca/gandg-m4-carbine.html

G&G M4 Blowback:
https://www.buyairsoft.ca/gandg-m4-blowback-1.html

G&G seems to be a reputable company and is decently priced. As of now i am thinking i should purchase the G&G M4 Light Max, but i am a bit worried it will be to small. What do you guys think is the best bang for my buck? Are there other guns at this price range that you would recommend? Thanks!

Stay away from G&G, do yourself that favor.

JonsM4 · December 18th, 2011, 20:43

$350 for King Arms M4A1 Full metal.

ThunderCactus · December 18th, 2011, 20:45

Honestly I don't think G&G is that bad. It's replaced classic army as the golden standard, and IMO it's BETTER than classic army.
In the last few years they really upped their game. Their mechboxes are and were always TM spec, unlike classic army which is just slightly off spec.
Their bodies are decent quality and highly compatible.
And their internals are pretty comparable to CA standard as far as reliability, but like I said, TM spec so super easy to upgrade.

I wouldn't get any blowback models, but their standard stuff makes for good starter guns.
Also +1 to king arms, they're also quite good.

Eeyore · December 18th, 2011, 20:51

Quote:

Originally Posted by JonsM4

$350 for King Arms M4A1 Full metal.

This is currently the best deal out there. But you need to be age verified to get it.

Eeyore · December 18th, 2011, 20:57

Quote:

Originally Posted by ThunderCactus

Honestly I don't think G&G is that bad. It's replaced classic army as the golden standard, and IMO it's BETTER than classic army.
In the last few years they really upped their game. Their mechboxes are and were always TM spec, unlike classic army which is just slightly off spec.
Their bodies are decent quality and highly compatible.
And their internals are pretty comparable to CA standard as far as reliability, but like I said, TM spec so super easy to upgrade.

I wouldn't get any blowback models, but their standard stuff makes for good starter guns.
Also +1 to king arms, they're also quite good.

I could not disagree with that more. I think G&G has just flooded the market so people have come to accept it as the new level of quality. While true that are " not that bad" that are not that good either.

You can polish a turd but its still a piece of shit. There are many better options for the same price as a G&G.

kalnaren · December 18th, 2011, 21:52

I also would not put G&G on the level of Classic Army. Internals may be more "TM spec" but CA bodies are still far nicer than G&G ones, especially for the price. My CA guns have been among the best stock guns I've owned. I wasn't overly impressed with g&g. They may be improving but i still think there are better guns for the price.

I also wouldn't buy from buyairsoft.

Reckless · December 18th, 2011, 23:00

the clear body cheapo cnd standard G&G's suck balls compared to others available ..

the metal bodied MAX series however are actually worth having a look at depending on the price point you can find them at..

the King arms M4 people mentioned is a MUCH better choice and a much better gun for the cash.

oh.. and buyairsoft.ca = no no no .. look around harder you'll find WAY better choices across canada and google will find them for you ...

L473ncy · December 18th, 2011, 23:34

Buyairsoft isn't bad if that's your only option however it's not the best place either.

Also I liked how they dealt with the latest kid and airsoft incident and if they truly do follow through with what they say then I think it's an alright store with alright management.

As for my opinion of G&G. It's alright but not great. A better buy would be a King Arms M4 or maybe something by VFC or G&P (love their externals but even Element gears are better than the stock G&P ones ಠ_ಠ ...).

Kozzie · December 19th, 2011, 00:11

If you want an M4 get a King Arms, best bang for your M4 buck. Top notch externals with full trades and solid Marui compatible internals right out of the box.

I would recommend you stay away from blowback AEG's especially G&G. They're unsatisfying and unnecessarily noisy.

JonsM4 · December 19th, 2011, 01:01

BTW, somewhere in Ontario is selling King Arms M4A1 w/ Colt markings Full Metal for $330 bucks, brand spanking ass new. Get Age verified first and I'll give you the link.

Austinairsoft · December 19th, 2011, 16:31

Wow guys thanks so much for the feedback! I will definitely look into getting age verified and also i will look at the king arms m4. Thanks to everyone who helped!

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December 18th, 2011, 19:55	#1
Austinairsoft Trader rating Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Barrie, Ontario, Canada	Deciding on Airsoft gun Hey guys, I've had a crappy walmart airsoft gun for years and have decided it is time for an upgrade! I really like the look of m4 variants. From what i have looked at, these are the guns i have narrowed it down to. G&G M4 Light MAX: https://www.buyairsoft.ca/review/pro...52/category/38 G&G M4 Carbine: https://www.buyairsoft.ca/gandg-m4-carbine.html G&G M4 Blowback: https://www.buyairsoft.ca/gandg-m4-blowback-1.html G&G seems to be a reputable company and is decently priced. As of now i am thinking i should purchase the G&G M4 Light Max, but i am a bit worried it will be to small. What do you guys think is the best bang for my buck? Are there other guns at this price range that you would recommend? Thanks!

December 18th, 2011, 20:02	#3
Rush formerly Medix Trader rating Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Medicine Hat	^Beat me to it^ Id get AV'd first and see what pops up in the Sales thread. But if you want an opinion from those three Id go Carbine. Long enough to be fun outdoors as well as short enough to use for indoors. The Light is pretty short imo, not saying you couldn't use it outdoors but I prefer a larger rifle for that type of play. Also see if you can't get out to a game to try out some, after all you don't want to spend $300+ on something that is uncomfortable/awkward to play with. __________________ My only worry about death is that my fiancé will sell my gear for what I SAID I paid for it.....

December 18th, 2011, 20:43	#6
JonsM4 Trader rating Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: What's my 20?	$350 for King Arms M4A1 Full metal. __________________ King Arms M4A1 Colt : ICS M4 C-15 : KJW G23

December 18th, 2011, 20:00	#2
pancakedestroyer Trader rating Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Edmonton, AB	Age verified + Classifieds = Better guns in that price range. Do yourself a favour, read the FAQs. Find a local AV rep and get AV'd then find something on the classifieds. You'll thank yourself.

December 18th, 2011, 20:13	#4
pancakedestroyer Trader rating Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Edmonton, AB	The light is the same size as my G&P M4A1. 10.5" barrel, more than enough for out door play and great for crashing through bush. I don't try to push it much past 150ft when I'm in the clear shooting at people. That being said, I bought my G&P for $350 used with upgraded internals. So...$6 more than the G&G and a much better gun. The blow back model. Avoid. Blow back = greater chance for something to break. Most people who've had a blow back gun disable the blow back feature. As for the "size" of the gun. The stock is adjustable, it'll fit almost any body type/size.

December 18th, 2011, 20:45	#7
ThunderCactus Not Eye Safe, Pretty Boy Maximus on the field take his picture! Trader rating Join Date: Feb 2007	Honestly I don't think G&G is that bad. It's replaced classic army as the golden standard, and IMO it's BETTER than classic army. In the last few years they really upped their game. Their mechboxes are and were always TM spec, unlike classic army which is just slightly off spec. Their bodies are decent quality and highly compatible. And their internals are pretty comparable to CA standard as far as reliability, but like I said, TM spec so super easy to upgrade. I wouldn't get any blowback models, but their standard stuff makes for good starter guns. Also +1 to king arms, they're also quite good.

December 18th, 2011, 23:34	#12
L473ncy Trader rating Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: 11-30-24-1W5	Buyairsoft isn't bad if that's your only option however it's not the best place either. Also I liked how they dealt with the latest kid and airsoft incident and if they truly do follow through with what they say then I think it's an alright store with alright management. As for my opinion of G&G. It's alright but not great. A better buy would be a King Arms M4 or maybe something by VFC or G&P (love their externals but even Element gears are better than the stock G&P ones ಠ_ಠ ...). __________________ ಠ_ಠLess QQ more Pew Pew READY TO >> RACE

December 19th, 2011, 00:11	#13
Kozzie a.k.a. Greedy Trader rating Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Toronto	If you want an M4 get a King Arms, best bang for your M4 buck. Top notch externals with full trades and solid Marui compatible internals right out of the box. I would recommend you stay away from blowback AEG's especially G&G. They're unsatisfying and unnecessarily noisy. Last edited by Kozzie; December 19th, 2011 at 00:13..

December 19th, 2011, 01:01	#14
JonsM4 Trader rating Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: What's my 20?	BTW, somewhere in Ontario is selling King Arms M4A1 w/ Colt markings Full Metal for $330 bucks, brand spanking ass new. Get Age verified first and I'll give you the link. __________________ King Arms M4A1 Colt : ICS M4 C-15 : KJW G23

December 19th, 2011, 16:31	#15
Austinairsoft Trader rating Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Barrie, Ontario, Canada	Wow guys thanks so much for the feedback! I will definitely look into getting age verified and also i will look at the king arms m4. Thanks to everyone who helped!

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