Etha 3M is best gun 4$

[cheapguitarscheapthrills]

Hey guys I know I'm late to the party but holy shit this is the best marker I've ever owned especially for the money. I'm usually too punk rock and have to be using something different but this just works. It's like a Tippmann had a baby with a Gtek. Great shot feel, fast trigger, barely chops paint even without eyes, easy to maintain (though it barely needs it), lever feedneck, and on/off asa.

Most importantly it reminds me what I like about paintball, playing and not fixing guns. I know click bait title but I'm just so thrilled with the new to me purchase. Emek is in the same category this is basically an Emek luxury model.

Bonus pick of me in action

[Sottyman]

I snagged one a little while back to see what the fuss was all about, and was absolutely blown away with how well it was made and how well it shot (especially for the price). I got rid of it to fund other pursuits but was VERY close to pulling the trigger on another here soon. Ended up stumbling on a deal for a used Shocker AMP package with both electronic and mech frames. Another platform worth checking out if those 3M's tickle your fancy! But I'm with you, with all the 'cocker projects I have going on I wanted something I KNEW I could simply "gas up and go". I'm sure that thing will outlast all of us, so I think you made an awesome choice!

[cheapguitarscheapthrills]

I was also on the lookout for the Shocker cvo but they're harder to come by. I know I won't use the Electro frame though I like the idea

[The Jayster]

The Shocker AMP uses a bolt system that was, ah, greatly inspired by the Gamma Core. You should see s fair amount of similarity in shot quality.

[Sottyman]

Right now they have the new mech Shocker ERA for $599 with the turbo/upgraded valve, just FYI!

And yes...you could say it's an amazing coincidence how similar those powertrains are LOL

[The Jayster]

I definitely think that the Emek is a lot of value for the $. The Etha 3M is especially a great deal, with the adjustable trigger, the feedneck, the slimmer profile, the POPS asa and the Shaft barrel. The shot quality is nigh high-end, at a fraction of the price, all the while being super reliable.

I found a mint, barely used 3M (at an insanely good price) for a friend that wanted a little more than his A-5. He now swears by it. He never feels outclassed anywhere he goes.

[Chuck E Ducky]

I still prefer my modified emek over the latest and greatest space mechs.

Swap that trigger spring out for a pen spring and let her rip taderchip!

If you are chopping swap that control out for a LTR rotor. Mine dont chop or break paint even when you hammer on it with the speed mods I got.

[cheapguitarscheapthrills]

Much like the halo B back in the day the Ltrs just don't agree with me. I liked my old pinokio but when that died I switched to a Valken vsl switch I got on here from a member.

My buddy has an awesome tricked out Emek but I figured I'd treat myself to the 3M

[JonM]

It's for reasons like this that I've gone all-in on modern gear. My fully upgraded Emek and 180R have pretty much replaced my Mags and Cockers as my go-to picks for walk-on play and events. The stuff being made today is just that good. Nostalgia still has its place, but I just can't argue with the performance and reliability of modern spool valve designs.

[Sottyman]

100% agree. While I'll still use my cockers as much as I can, my AMP will most likely be the workhorse. The amount I'm going to spend on ano alone for all these projects is deterrent enough to keep them from getting beat up LOL

[Jonnydread]

You pay for the gamma core, everything else is just bells and whistles.

I bought an Emek when they first came out, even if the completely stock original form it was a great shooter. I have settled on an OG Gmek for my space mech cause it tickles my desire for jank a bit more than the highly polished versions, but anything with a gamma will perform great.

If only the eNMey bolt sail o-ring didn't turn to dust if you looked at it wrong...

[Chuck E Ducky]

I need to finger bang that.

[Hellion360]

I got one too with the DW h2, you can use it anytime. Chuck E Ducky
Real short slide pull.

[Chuck E Ducky]

Cool! Wasn’t there a brass baring or shim for the trigger mod as well. I think I have one in the tool box I ordered thinking it was for the EMek not sure what it did.

[boomersruckus]

Emek is the best marker to ever have been created. Hands down, isnt even close.

[martix_agent]

You pay for the gamma core, everything else is just bells and whistles.

I bought an Emek when they first came out, even if the completely stock original form it was a great shooter. I have settled on an OG Gmek for my space mech cause it tickles my desire for jank a bit more than the highly polished versions, but anything with a gamma will perform great.

If only the eNMey bolt sail o-ring didn't turn to dust if you looked at it wrong...

that sliding trigger is so good!
I've got a spare new style as well, and the hinge trigger is also good. I love it because I can toss either of them at anyone who needs something to shoot, and they just work every single time.

[Jonnydread]

Absolutely, I love the slide frame. The hinge triggers are undoubtedly faster, but the slide just has so much more nostalgia in the trigger pull.

[The Hobbit]

The slider in the gmek with the v2 hair valve is good. I didn’t feel outgunned playing pro division at the Pittsburgh open with it. Part of me wants a 170/180 for the hinge but I really like the OG.

[The Jayster]

We live in interesting paintball times: we finally have the reliable and high-performing gear we wanted 30 years ago, but with crappy paint all around.

[Jonnydread]

Right? I would love to see how 90s era paint would shoot out of a space mech

[cheapguitarscheapthrills]

Even from 2015 after my first hiatus from the sport there's a huge quality slump

[Arthur]

I’ve wanted one but the Etha 2 I bought a decade ago shoots darts. I’ll probably grab one anyway.

[cheapguitarscheapthrills]

I was just over electros the Ethas shoot great

[JohnB]

I agree, to the extent the emek is the best deal for your money. The gamma core changed the game. Such fun maintenance free shooters.

[Riot]

Nova n2 > Gmek

[Reflex0283]

if it works

[Jonnydread]

You and TJ need to recreate that scene from Lady and the Tramp.

[cheapguitarscheapthrills]

Lol don't worry folks. Riot hasn't gone senile, he's just trolling me because I'm not a Nova fanboy