Good beginner markers?

[ninjagecko13]

I was wondering about a good, reliable, beginner paintball marker. Any sugestions under 200$?

[Daimyo]

Hello, Ninjagecko13!

I would suggest Tippmann paintball markers for someone who is starting paintball. Tippmann's reputation for creating quality durable paintball markers is high. I recommend a Tippmann A-5. Overall, it is a good marker for it can take some abuse, durable, simple when it comes to cleaning, and can be easily upgraded. I know for I have an A-5 and New Kent Paint Ball Games field-tested the A-5 (went through a battery of tests) before it was put on the Field for rental use. If you don't want the A-5 then I would not recommend to buy a Tippamann 98 for they are time consuming and frustrating to take apart (I had one at one time before my A-5).

I would start with a mechanical marker to get an idea of how the paintball marker works and then work your way up. But I have no doubt that there are others reliable markers as well. I can't think of any others but there are members who can recommend other paintball markers. In the end, it is what paintball marker you want and what you want to do in the sport of paintball (speedball, tactical, or just to have fun with friends). I hope this helps and good luck in your search!

[ninjagecko13]

Ok thanks I was getting mad because i didnt know what marker I should get ( speedball, woodsball etc.)

[snakeeyes]

You can pick up used Tippmanns on the cheap.

Hard to kill them, so if you can get them used at a lower price you should be fine.

[xrugger]

I agree with the A5. Just from a price standpoint any other marker is going to require a hopper. So you are looking at at least an extra $50-$130 for a decent electronic one. I would stay away from the cheap gravity fed styles, the feed slowly and you end up shaking the gun every 4 shots or so. The A5 has the built in cyclone feed so there is no need for an electronic hopper. Used A5 in good shape is your best bet for the $$$.

As far as the woodsball/speedball question: there is no such thing as a cheap entry level speedball gun. (I know some people will argue this but this in my opinion) In order to be competitive on a speedball field you need an electronic marker with a fairly high rate of fire. This requires 2 things a good electronic marker and a good electronic hopper. Both of these are cost and complexity difficult for the average beginning player.