jg m16a1 vn

wat are your opinions on this aeg?

I'm not very fond of JG AEGs, stock they aren't too hot. Also, the Vietnam version of the weapon probably won't be to your liking unless you enjoy the old school recreation style games, which is cool, that has a good crowd and is fun in itself, but if you want to play airsoft in the more "modern" style (i dont really know how else to put it) you might be more happy with a more modular weapon, like a gun with RIS rails somewhere on it, or a gun that can potentially take RIS rails.

if it the plastic body version the bodies are extremely weak and they break easy!

Aggressor wrote:I'm not very fond of JG AEGs, stock they aren't too hot. Also, the Vietnam version of the weapon probably won't be to your liking unless you enjoy the old school recreation style games, which is cool, that has a good crowd and is fun in itself, but if you want to play airsoft in the more "modern" style (i dont really know how else to put it) you might be more happy with a more modular weapon, like a gun with RIS rails somewhere on it, or a gun that can potentially take RIS rails.

what gun would u reccomend?

Asia7th wrote:

Aggressor wrote:I'm not very fond of JG AEGs, stock they aren't too hot. Also, the Vietnam version of the weapon probably won't be to your liking unless you enjoy the old school recreation style games, which is cool, that has a good crowd and is fun in itself, but if you want to play airsoft in the more "modern" style (i dont really know how else to put it) you might be more happy with a more modular weapon, like a gun with RIS rails somewhere on it, or a gun that can potentially take RIS rails.

what gun would u reccomend?

what gun series are you looking at? AK, Mp5, M4?

Newnan Airsoft Player wrote:

Asia7th wrote:

Aggressor wrote:I'm not very fond of JG AEGs, stock they aren't too hot. Also, the Vietnam version of the weapon probably won't be to your liking unless you enjoy the old school recreation style games, which is cool, that has a good crowd and is fun in itself, but if you want to play airsoft in the more "modern" style (i dont really know how else to put it) you might be more happy with a more modular weapon, like a gun with RIS rails somewhere on it, or a gun that can potentially take RIS rails.

what gun would u reccomend?

what gun series are you looking at? AK, Mp5, M4?

an ak, but im good now..im getting the g&g rk47

I'd like to point out that it uses the wrong body. It has a detachable carry handle, characteristic of M4s and newer M16s. Also, as previosly stated, it's constructed out of ABS plastic. Finding metal, M16/M16A1 replacement bodies is difficult, finding one cheap; even more so. If you're looking for an accurate replica of an early Vietnam M16 and you're on a budget, look at the Echo 1 M16VN. It doesn't cost all that much more than the JG and it is still made out of plastic, but it has a fixed carry handle; which is correct for the time period. But if you want a quality AEG that will last longer and be more reliable, and is made out of the correct materials, look at the G&P M16s. They make both the original M16 (fixed carry handle, triangular handguard, and no forward assist) and the M16A1 (same as the last one but with the forward assist). G&P are much higher quality and will last longer with proper care.

i still think a great starter gun is a echo1/jg g36c or ak47. v3 gearbox guns are slightly stronger for when you go through that 11.1 m120 spring phase the gearbox shell will last a little longer. plus for newbies to airsoft normally dont have much gear, which is fine with a g36c cause you can clip the magazines together. the g36c has plenty of rails and is made robust because it is supposed to be made out of plastic(well fiber glass polymer stuff). you dont have to buy sling mounts because the stock g36c has 4 slingmounts. g36c also has bottom rails for a grip unlike a stock m4. you've already chosen your gun so this probably wont help you much lol, but i think it is time for people to stop preaching the g&g combat machine as the end all be all of starter guns.

ownage1 wrote:i still think a great starter gun is a echo1/jg g36c or ak47. v3 gearbox guns are slightly stronger for when you go through that 11.1 m120 spring phase the gearbox shell will last a little longer. plus for newbies to airsoft normally dont have much gear, which is fine with a g36c cause you can clip the magazines together. the g36c has plenty of rails and is made robust because it is supposed to be made out of plastic(well fiber glass polymer stuff). you dont have to buy sling mounts because the stock g36c has 4 slingmounts. g36c also has bottom rails for a grip unlike a stock m4. you've already chosen your gun so this probably wont help you much lol, but i think it is time for people to stop preaching the g&g combat machine as the end all be all of starter guns.

I agree with the AK but totally disagree on the G36, especially the C variant. The G36 C is a compact, close quarters weapon. G36 mags are a bit pricier than other mags and take up much more space than most other assault rifle mags. For every one G36 mag you can carry two M4 mags. Not that G36's fire larger rounds, but the mag clamp system in conjunction with the thicker construction means that storage becomes a bit of a pain. You can throw more M4 mags in your pockets than G36 Mags. The G36 doesn't have as many external modifications as M4/M16's or Ak's so if you're the person who like to put lots of "tactical" tid-bits on your gun than I say that M4/M16's and AK's are the way to go. Also, I disagree on the JG/Echo 1 brand. If I were to go for a G36, I'd look at an SRC. All in all, I just dont see the G36 as a good starter gun. I do agree however, that there are other options than the G&G Combat Machine.

Hippie wrote:

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fair enough.

SRC Sucks.

Disagree. The Echo1 G36c is my utmost recommendation for a starter AEG. Say what you will, it'll keep on plugging unlike most any other airsoft gun you can find out there.

Hippie you are right, the mags cost more, are larger, and there are less "accessories for it" but the g36c is an excellent beginner weapon for one fact

Aggressor wrote: Say what you will, it'll keep on plugging unlike most any other airsoft gun you can find out there.

owning one i know i've beat the piss out of it, still works like new though

wolf six wrote:
Hippie you are right, the mags cost more, are larger, and there are less "accessories for it" but the g36c is an excellent beginner weapon for one fact

Aggressor wrote: Say what you will, it'll keep on plugging unlike most any other airsoft gun you can find out there.

owning one i know i've beat the piss out of it, still works like new though

I never said that the G36 was a BAD starter gun, nor did I say that it wasn't reliable. I simply stated the features that I dislike about G36's. I cant really say anything about reliability because I don't own one. But I think it's safe to say that M4/M16s and AKs are the most common choice for first time AEG owners. Being that they are easy to modify and upgrade and since most airsofters utilize them, they're mag compatibility is a lot better. To me, it seems logical that a new player would reach for an M4/AK. They're in many video games and motion pictures therefore they're very familiar. You can find one to fit everyone's taste and for a generally affordable price. Personally I don't need a fully decked out rifle. I prefer simple guns with maybe a rail for optics. But I really cant speak. I'm chair-softing (for the moment). Due to an unfortunate series of events, I lost all my money and won't have a gun till October/September. I can only speak from my observations, my knowledge of real world weapons and what I read and watched on airsoft. But hey, if the G36 is your thing, have at it.

Also, I thought swearing was not allowed. Am I right?