New to spaceguns $300-$500

quikster · 10-31-2011, 10:30 AM

I've been playing for a while but all Tippmann's (SL-68II, 98, x7, Phenom) I think I want to try out the dark side and get a used Electro.

I was looking at an Etek3 or an Ego, but wanted to see if anyone has any better suggestions or am I looking at the right area?

p8ntninja · 10-31-2011, 10:39 AM

Multiple threads on this topic in the Ask the Experts section, here is just one of them and fits your criteria almost spot on
Looking for a reliable $300-600 end marker.
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Kermit · 10-31-2011, 10:43 AM

If you are just looking for a light, comfortable gun, maybe a nice automag?

If you want an electro, I'd suggest the AXE in that price range. It just feels great in the hands. I do prefer it to the Etek's I've shot/used. I'd honestly shoot it over most ego's.

quikster · 10-31-2011, 11:16 AM

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Originally Posted by p8ntninja

Multiple threads on this topic in the Ask the Experts section, here is just one of them and fits your criteria almost spot on
Looking for a reliable $300-600 end marker.
Remember the search button is your friend, not your enemy

actually I did, I saw that but he ended up getting his gun fixed and before that he kinda set in on an ego without much discussion on any other guns.

I'm already looking at an ego or etek and wanted to actually discuss other options instead of just sticking with what I looked at first since I haven't actually bought anything.

quikster · 10-31-2011, 12:29 PM

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Originally Posted by bigballa

If you are just looking for a light, comfortable gun, maybe a nice automag?

If you want an electro, I'd suggest the AXE in that price range. It just feels great in the hands. I do prefer it to the Etek's I've shot/used. I'd honestly shoot it over most ego's.

after looking at an axe it looks just like a mini what's the difference?

Hawkeye20 · 10-31-2011, 01:06 PM

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Originally Posted by quikster

after looking at an axe it looks just like a mini what's the difference?

Man I wish this was on PBN. This would be a FUN thread to read.

El Pato Diablo · 10-31-2011, 01:19 PM

The Axe is Empire's 2nd Gen platform. The Mini was their 1st. Thus the similarities.

Kermit · 10-31-2011, 01:23 PM

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Originally Posted by quikster

after looking at an axe it looks just like a mini what's the difference?

In my opinion, the Mini was a great platform that kind of got crapped on because of the body. The mini shoots great, it is just too short for some people, has a crappy trigger, and that stupid ASA.

The Axe basically fixed all that, turning it into a fantastic gun. So yes, it has a ton of mini inside, but it's been put into a big boy gun with good parts.

D3adpool · 10-31-2011, 01:24 PM

Axe is
- More roomier (foregrip / trigger guard)
- Has a better ASA
- I believe its one-button press to remove the bolt
- Trigger I think is also an improvement

I know I am missing a couple others too.....

Kermit · 10-31-2011, 01:28 PM

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Originally Posted by D3adpool

Axe is
- More roomier (foregrip / trigger guard)
- Has a better ASA
- I believe its one-button press to remove the bolt
- Trigger I think is also an improvement

I know I am missing a couple others too.....

Yeah, forgot that part.

10-31-2011, 10:30 AM	#1 (permalink)
quikster Rec Poster Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Charleston, SC	New to spaceguns $300-$500 I've been playing for a while but all Tippmann's (SL-68II, 98, x7, Phenom) I think I want to try out the dark side and get a used Electro. I was looking at an Etek3 or an Ego, but wanted to see if anyone has any better suggestions or am I looking at the right area?

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10-31-2011, 10:39 AM	#2 (permalink)
p8ntninja MCB Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Originally SoCal, currently Midway Utah	Multiple threads on this topic in the Ask the Experts section, here is just one of them and fits your criteria almost spot on Looking for a reliable $300-600 end marker. Remember the search button is your friend, not your enemy

10-31-2011, 01:19 PM	#7 (permalink)
El Pato Diablo MCB Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Idaho	The Axe is Empire's 2nd Gen platform. The Mini was their 1st. Thus the similarities.