Tuesday, June 8, 2010

To Buy Or Not To Buy A Used Paintball Gun

You can save a lot of money buying a used paintball gun but at the same time you can also buy a complete lemon that turns out to be a complete waste of time.

The key to getting a good deal and getting good value when buying a used paintball gun is buying from a manufacturer that is known for quality craftsmanship and known for building paintball guns that last. You start out with good quality and you have a much better chance of getting something that will still be serviceable down the line. Whenever I think quality or durable I think of the brand Tippman but I am positive there are several other good rands out there that make good, quality paintball guns that last a long time.

A few more tips on buying a used paintball gun:

  • Make sure the manufacturer is still in business in case you need to order parts or sometinng down the line
  • Check out trademygun.com and paintballclassifieds.com to do some research and get an idea for what used paintball guns are going for.
  • If you're looking for a fantastic deal you can often score a huge deal by shopping on eBay auctions. Make sure to only buy from reputable sellers that have plenty of positive feedback and if possible find somebody local.
  • Look for reviews for your prospective used paintball gun on PBReview.com
  • And finally find some tips online for avoiding being scammed while making purchases online and read them
For sure you can save a lot of money by buying a used paintball gun but doing a little due diligence can save you even more in the long run. Remember it's best to buy a used paintball gun from a reputable manufacturer because these paintball guns are designed to last a long time out of the box.

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