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If you are in the market for a new paintball gun, you may be wondering just how much you are going to have to pay. After all, you want to be sure you get the best price for the best gun possible. Though you may be able to find a deal or specials going on around your area, we’ve taken the liberty of pulling together some prices that you may encounter.
Basic Pistol
For beginners, or those looking for a cheap way to have a secondary gun, going to a retailer such as Walmart or Dick’s sporting good could net you a basic pistol for around twenty dollars. The quality, and overall functionality of the gun, however, will be lacking compared to the gun you can get for a little more money.
With this twenty-dollar gun, you will simply be getting a plastic gun that fires using the small, 12g, cO2 cartridges. Also, this maximum capacity of this low-end gun is 50 paintballs. However, for a beginner simply looking to get started for as little as possible, this may be the perfect gun.
Next Step Up
Now, if you are serious about getting started, and want to have the best entry-level gun you can get your hands on, you are looking to spend around $70 to $80. In that price range, you will find the D3fy Conqu3st paintball gun. Featuring a 10.5” barrel, the D3fy Conqu3st is the perfect low-cost beginners paintball gun.
In this price range, rest assured that a large fillable cO2 canister feeds the ammo. Also, instead of only having the ability to fit a 50-round hopper, guns in the $70 to $80 price range can work with any of the larger hoppers. Therefore, you would have the ability to have 250 to 500 rounds, equaling the capacity to shoot more balls downrange without having to stop to reload. This feature alone could allow you to maximize your first experience.
Another benefit to spending the extra money to get to this price range is that most of the guns are metal. This fact means better durability while rumbling and tumbling through the woods or battlefield. The last thing you want is to accidentally drop your weapon and have it shatter because it is plastic.
$100 Price Range
If you are looking to step up your game, and have the money to spare, this price range may be the one for you. For around $100, you can get a paintball gun like the Tippman Cronus. Also made of a durable material, it also features four Picatinny rails that allow you to mount your accessories, such as scopes and lights.
Also, by spending the extra money, you will be getting a gun with an internal gas system. In this regard, there won’t be a tube running from your cO2 cartridge into your weapon. Instead, the CO2 canister will easily screw in. This configuration provides more durability and reduces the risk of catching the gas line and ripping it out of your gun.
Also, adding to the fun level of paintballing, guns in this price range will begin to be semi-automatic, meaning you won’t have to cock the slide to fire manually. Though this will cause you to use more paintballs, it allows you the ability to have fun by sending more balls downrange. After all, who wouldn’t like that?
$200 Plus
There comes a point in a paintballers life where they must have the best possible gun that exists. If this is the point you are at, we recommend that you save your money for a while before purchasing. However, your paintballing game will be at its highest with a gun like the D3fy D3s. Starting out at around $250, guns like the D3fy D3s feature the ability to go fully automatic. Imagine the fun you could have by being able to empty the entire contents of your 500-round hopper with one simple trigger pull.
Another benefit to spending the money to get a high-end gun is the extreme durability of the materials of these guns. Most feature a high-grade aluminum frame that won’t rust or bend under even the most extreme situations. Though you are looking at spending a small fortune, you can know that guns in this price range will last you many years to come.
As with any hobby, playing paintball can quickly become expensive, especially when you add in the extra gear and supplies you will need on top of the purchase of your gun. Just remember, you don’t have to have the best when you are just starting out. However, as you become more involved in the sport, you will want to invest a little extra money to get the best out there.
