Teaser for a Tippmann .68 pistol - Page 2

Party of A-5 · 06-13-2008, 03:46 PM

No, you could still go with a magnesium alloy. That will be lighter then aluminum and might even be stronger.

Schmitti · 06-13-2008, 03:49 PM

True.... I was really trying to make a joke... but you got me.

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Party of A-5 · 06-13-2008, 04:01 PM

Anyway, back on topic.
This is either rebranding a tib or a blatent ripoff of a tib.
Me thinks it is the former as they also just announced a deal with hammerhead to reband and sell their barrels....

Reconshooter · 06-13-2008, 04:07 PM

I'm interested to see where it goes...I'm hoping this is really something unique from tippmann (wishful thinking). If its an original tippmann marker it may have some great customization options. Have to wait and see...

d4rksabre · 06-13-2008, 04:13 PM

I think it'd be nice to see a pistol with the 12 gram changer separate from the paint clip, so that it could be more efficient and you could get more shots from the 12 gram instead of dumping it after 8 shots (or whatever it is the tac 8 has).

Kinda sad it's not a revolver though.

Schmitti · 06-13-2008, 04:18 PM

The 12gram in a Tib should last longer than 8 shots as there is a check valve in the mag. When you drop the mag you only lose a little gas, but you should have enough for a second mag's of paint in the cartridge.

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Chappy · 06-13-2008, 04:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by d4rksabre

you could get more shots from the 12 gram instead of dumping it after 8 shots (or whatever it is the tac 8 has).

Tac8's mag has a check valve, so you don't have to dump the gas after 8 shots. True that you have to eject the mag to put 8 more rounds in, but you still have more gas in the cart. Most report 24ish per 12ie, so you can reload the mag with paint two more times without changing the twelve gram.

I's say this is a rebranded Tac8, that's obviously what the silhouette is.

desertT1 · 06-13-2008, 04:24 PM

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Originally Posted by foughtwolf

look how tall it is, though, makes me think it might function like the AGA .62 using a springfeed tube under the barrel.

Is that the kingman one? I saw some drawings showing the internals and how it fed. The hammer was in front of the stack and was attached to the valve which was behind the ball stack. I don't remember where I saw it, but I remember seeing the kingman name somewhere in the mix.

edit: no it's not the AGA, but if anyone knows what my mystery marker is I'd be curious to know.

Tugboater203 · 06-13-2008, 04:45 PM

Straight from Tippmann:

In addition to the new Straightline Barrel launched yesterday, Tippmann is also announcing at D-Day the launch of a new Pistol to the paintball industry. Because our dealers and core players have been asking for a premium pistol, we feel the opportunity exists for Tippmann to launch a better pistol, using brand new technology that will quickly make it the most sought after pistol on the market. Unfortunately at this time we cannot elaborate much beyond the fact that it will be .68 caliber, lightweight, compact, modifiable and have the Tippmann reliability our customers have come to expect.

At D-Day we will also be giving players an opportunity to sign up for a Sneak Peek email but of course as a Tippmann Dealer you will automatically be updated on a regular basis during the summer months. Although this pistol will not be available until the fall, we are launching at D-Day because we feel we are far enough along with this new technology and that the timing is right to announce an exciting new product to our core group of scenario players.

Tippmann is extremely excited with the initial response of our new products launched this year. The new U.S Army Alpha Black, the updated 98 Custom Platinum Series have surpassed our initial expectations by providing exceptional value to your customers and we feel our entry into this new category will further fuel the growth of paintball with the avid player.

Thanks for your continued support.

Anyone going to D-Dayand can snap a pic or 2?
Tug

HP_Lovecraft · 06-13-2008, 04:45 PM

According to the press release its "Brand New Technology", which we all know what that means. Tiberius with plastic parts!

Its hard to tell from the scale, though. It has the shape of the Tiberius, but so did the BE68. Except the BE68 was really huge, and awkward.

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Reconshooter Active Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Bethlehem PA	I'm interested to see where it goes...I'm hoping this is really something unique from tippmann (wishful thinking). If its an original tippmann marker it may have some great customization options. Have to wait and see... __________________ Markers: Nel-Spot 007, 007 Challenger, PGP, Alley Cat, Splatmaster, Tiberius Tac8, Delta 68, PT Xtreme, 98 Custom, A5, Spyder Pilot, Tippmann Pro-Lite, Mini-Lite Team Captain, Section 8 Scenario Woodsball Team Feedback: http://www.mcarterbrown.com/forums/f...-feedback.html

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Schmitti Red=Moderator Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Schen. NY	The 12gram in a Tib should last longer than 8 shots as there is a check valve in the mag. When you drop the mag you only lose a little gas, but you should have enough for a second mag's of paint in the cartridge. E __________________ Gone fishing

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