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14-06-2015 7:21pm#1
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Let's start at the basics first .
Get to a site and try a day or two of actual gaming and see how you feel as posted already most sites do rental packages once you prebook .
Equipment wise from the ground up .
1. Good quality hiking boot or military boot plenty of brands to choose from ,most sites are based on uneven ground good boots will be one of your most important pieces of equipment.
2.Good quality eye protection most of our airsoft retailers stock a decent variety of eye and face protection (do not skimp on eye protection )you only have 2 eyes and they aren't replaceable.
3.Camo or clothing a basic pair of outdoor trousers /combats are ideal for starting out something quick drying and light weight especially in out climate can be picked up on line for €10-€50 depending on your budget
Or you can buy fairly cheap army surplus online to get started on a budget .
Aeg Gun wise it's all down to personal preference and what you find comfortable with we have everything from bolt actions rifles to M60's M249's AK's M4/16 and so on .
When at a site don't be afraid to ask about kit and guns we all love showing off and most of us are fairly friendly (especially if cookies are involved)
You can buy new guns from €160+ or you might grab a 2nd hand bargin on here or numerous Facebook pages .
Most of our quality retailers will point you in the right direction when you're ready to buy too .
Other than that don't be afraid to ask questions we were all noobs at some stage .
And welcome
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Gazzmonkey wrote: »Also very interested in taking up the sport...[...]
Also, can anyone recommend if I should purchase in person in store or just order online? - given the nature of the item.
Starting out, I would take a look at what the stores have to offer first.
As an example, the M4 now comes in so many guises it would make your head spin. But nothing beats holding the item in your own hands and getting a feel for it. Plus, after taking a good look at them and deciding your budget, you can come back here for advise on your short list / prices / retailers.Gazzmonkey wrote: »I would very much be interested in the whole thing...
Collecting, maintenance, war games (done plenty of paintballing in my teen years), plinking, health & safety.... the lot really.
Most good sites will go through an introductory safety talk with new players, basically how to play safe and how to play fair.
Collecting is up to you, depends how deep your pockets are.Gazzmonkey wrote: »But as a noob I wouldn't know much about the do's & don'ts of it, apart from common sense like don't store it away with the spring under tension, don't look down the barrel even when unloaded, always keep under lock & key etc.
A couple of the main do's and don'ts..
Airsoft is a sport that some people would just love to cast into a bad light, so in order to try not antagonise anyone there are a couple of basic points.
Never have, hold, carry, transport or play with your Airsoft RIFs (Realistic Imitation Firearms) in any way that a member of the general public can see it and mistakenly get the impression that you are messing around with a real gun. (including seeing you through the window of your house).
If someone was to call the Garda, they do not know what you have, and will send out the big guns (pun intended
) to check you out.
Always transport your RIFs unloaded, chamber cleared, batteries out, un-gassed and in carry cases or boxes.
There are no special conditions attached as to how you store them in your home, needless to say, keep them out of the reach of young children and best practise keep them as you would if you were transporting them.Gazzmonkey wrote: »Is there any special conciderations I could take to avoid damage or premature wear?
Don't use cheap n' nasty BBs.
Buy from the main Airsoft shops or sites, some BBs are a better than others, but usually the site or retailer ones are fine.
Don't use BBs that you have dropped or that get wet. They pick up dirt particles that can screw up your gun.
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. I'd say don't worry about camouflage gear , load bearing equipment or combat boots ,wear gloves and eye protection. No point spending money on stuff before you know what you want by seeing gear in action with guys that are using it. Saves you money and gives you first hand knowledge of what to get.
Boots, combat or hiking type is one of the most important thing you need even when starting out along with eye pro .
A broken ankle or leg can be a costly hassle nobody needs and been 99% of our sites are played on various rough terrain anything less than a ankle boot is a painful accident waiting to happen .
Runners ,canvas shoes or welly boots are not suitable or recommended for airsoft
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Gazzmonkey wrote: »Great advice guys, thanks
Another question.... I've been told I should wash my bbs before use!! is this true or just overkill?
Haven't heard that one in a long time .
I wouldn't wash them before hand most decent bbs tend to be decently polished to a certain degree .
You would be better off cleaning your barrel first and foremost when you make your first purchase
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Gazzmonkey wrote: »Great advice guys, thanks
Another question.... I've been told I should wash my bbs before use!! is this true or just overkill?
Definitely no need to wash the bb's. Just use decent ones like the king arms, g&g, asg, excel etc0 -
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