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Low-End Mechanical Markers
There are six main categories of paintball guns: stockguns, pistols, low-end electronic markers, high-end electronic markers, high-end mechanical markers, and low-end mechanical markers. Low-end mechanical markers and high-end mechanical markers do not run on batteries and usually do not have devices like circuit boards built into the body. In mechanical markers, a shot is fired when a player compresses the trigger with his finger. In mechanical markers, a single shot is fired for each trigger pull. In electronic markers, the machines use batteries and electronic controls to cycle a shot after you pull the trigger. Some examples of electronic guns include the Aim Paintball Aphix, Bob Long Ripper 2.5, and Bob Long Species Alien Intimidator. The Species Alien Intimidator is a highly rated machine, with an open bolt design, low pressure system, operates for Nitrogen and compressed air, and has a built in equalizer board. In general, the electronic markers are able to fire more rapidly but there are many mechanical markers that are designed for a fast rate of fire. Some fast firing mechanical markers include the JT Autococker from Chipley Custom Machine, Autococker from Freeflow, and Hybrid Autococker from Powerlyte. They Hybrid Autococker has a balanced, low pressure valve, dual ball detents, and is a system that is pre-drilled for Eblade or break beam eyes.
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There are two main categories of mechanical markers: High-End Mechanical Markers and Low-End Mechanical Markers. The Minimag from Airgun Designs, the GX-4 Chaos from ANS, and the 68 Super Marker from G-Force Technologies, are all examples of high-end mechanical markers. Markers classified as low-end mechanical markers include Armotech WG-65, Auto-Ordnance, M1 Deluxe, and Brass Eagle Avenger. Additional low-end mechanicals include the BT Paintball Design BT-4 Banshee, JT Tac-5 Recon, and PMI Piranha EXT Pro G3 Fade Limited Edition. The Piranha EXT Pro G3 Fade Limited Edition looks great, rarely breaks paintballs, has good accuracy, and works well compared to other paintball guns in its price range.
In general, low-end mechanical markers are considered starter markers for tournament and scenario game players. Prices for these guns generally range from $100 to $500. Some low-end mechanical markers are built for airball fields. These mechanicals include the Crusader from Viewloader, the Sinister from ACI, and the Spyder Rodeo from Kingman. The Spyder Rodeo has a tournament velocity adjuster, expansion chamber, regulator with gauge, 12 inch aluminum barrel, and 2-finger double trigger. Some players prefer the 2-finger double trigger because they can feel like they can shoot faster and longer without their hands getting tired. Milsim low-end mechanical markers include the Tippman A-5 Ranger SD from Pro-Team Products.
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