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what is a good rifle to get a 13 year old. i dont want junk..... but i dont want to spend a ton either.... im willing to spend no more than $200-$300

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[quote="IMSROLL450"]what is a good rifle to get a 13 year old. i dont want junk..... but i dont want to spend a ton either.... im willing to spend no more than $200-$300

For that price range I would recommend a Tokyo Marui VSR 10. A few different models to choose from and range in price between $180.00 - $240.00. A cheap scope for $25.00 - $35.00 and a spring upgrade (400fps or lower $12.00) is all you need to get started.

[quote="CAG_Dagger_X11"]For that price range I would recommend a Tokyo Marui VSR 10. A few different models to choose from and range in price between $180.00 - $240.00. A cheap scope for $25.00 - $35.00 and a spring upgrade (400fps or lower $12.00) is all you need to get started.

[quote="Dev_WHAT?!"][quote="CAG_Dagger_X11"]For that price range I would recommend a Tokyo Marui VSR 10. A few different models to choose from and range in price between $180.00 - $240.00. A cheap scope for $25.00 - $35.00 and a spring upgrade (400fps or lower $12.00) is all you need to get started.

Ok I'll play along, what do you mean "fail" I just gave some solid advice to a new player.

I think if someone wants to buy a certain gun, then he should get it. the kid wants to snipe. let him try it.

i agree with you Brian, just let him try it out.. who knows he may like it. just because over 80% of people seem to get one and sell it because it lacks what they want or arent the best at it doesnt mean he wont like it either. give it a shot man!

[quote="BlaineG"][quote="Dev_WHAT?!"][quote="CAG_Dagger_X11"]For that price range I would recommend a Tokyo Marui VSR 10. A few different models to choose from and range in price between $180.00 - $240.00. A cheap scope for $25.00 - $35.00 and a spring upgrade (400fps or lower $12.00) is all you need to get started.

Alright after this i'm done posting on this thread lol

"13 year old. "

i've been hit within engagement distance by an aeg far more times than with a sniper rifle. in fact i never even really see the younger kids with the sniper rifles on the field.

[quote="BrianBlink182"]i've been hit within engagement distance by an aeg far more times than with a sniper rifle. in fact i never even really see the younger kids with the sniper rifles on the field.[/quote]

you can take everyones opinions into consideration and make your own decision. people have strong preferences when it comes to guns. if your kid wants to try sniping, let him try it i say. if he doesnt like it, they hae an extremely high resale value. like dagger said.

Just so everyone is clear on this, the rule requiring players to have more then (6) six games under ther belt and to be aproved for a sniping role by an admin, only pertains to rifles that shoot over 400 fps. (400-550fps) to be exact.

If he's set on a sniper(will probably change once he actually plays as one)

[quote="BrianBlink182"]I think if someone wants to buy a certain gun, then he should get it. the kid wants to snipe. let him try it.[/quote]now that is really true...if he doesn't like it, he can sell it or become more experience with it.

VSR 10 no upgrades, use .25s :) youll be happy enough to reach out there. im sure if its his first rifle, he will see others playing with AEG's and want that instead, due to BB's down range syndrome. sniper rifle - one shot every 5-8 secs maybe more with a new person that has never sniped before. 30-45 rounds/mag. lets compare this to a basic AEG, battery powered, 9.6v, mag capacity or 200-600 depending on rifle type. ability to full auto, send more than 20 rounds down range somewhat accurately (at least to hit a target with more than just 5 of them bb's of death.

Hey if you can save up even more to $400, then take a look at this one:

tkanks for everyones input....... he already has a tm p-90 aeg and he insist that he rather snipe so well see what happens......

[quote="spot"]If he's set on a sniper(will probably change once he actually plays as one)

[quote="sniper9211"]

I think the best way is to buy a stock sniper rifle (either Maruzen or the TM vsr series). Help him along the way to mod the rifle. In the end it'll cost more, but at the same time he'll be learning the purpose of each part and appreciate the mechanical aspects of airsoft. Spoiling him with a maxed out sniper rifle will NOT teach him anything in the end.

[quote="Sully"][quote="sniper9211"]

[quote="CAG_Dagger_X11"] I would rather see a new player with a single shot rifle their first time out then oh let's say......a M249. :shock: :D[/quote]

Maybe it could be used as a crutch for a downed man game. J/K Sucks to hear it broke.

[quote="CAG_Dagger_X11"]Just so everyone is clear on this, the rule requiring players to have more then (6) six games under ther belt and to be aproved for a sniping role by an admin, only pertains to rifles that shoot over 400 fps. (400-550fps) to be exact.

[quote="itzphu"][quote="CAG_Dagger_X11"]Just so everyone is clear on this, the rule requiring players to have more then (6) six games under ther belt and to be aproved for a sniping role by an admin, only pertains to rifles that shoot over 400 fps. (400-550fps) to be exact.