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Originally Posted by impy_ACE
i just have one question...are they more accurate then any other gun? or just as accurate?
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Well, when you talk about paintball 'accuracy', you're really talking about consistency. Because of the relatively low velocity and large projectile size (as compared with, say, airsoft), you're going to have to lob at anything over 50 feet away. There's no real getting around that and there's no magical formula that's going to get you flat trajectory. Even the flatline doesn't work even 30% of the time and you still need to fire multiple shots to get one on your target.
However, consistency is a BIG help when shooting... If you know how your marker performs every time and can adjust accordingly for range, then you will be more 'accurate'. The Phantom, in particular (in my opinion) is very consistent. The tuned port compensator really helps cut down on ball spin and helps keep your balls from 'hooking'. The consistent velocity means that when shooting at range, your balls will end up in the same place every time. Are you going to be able to put your sights on a target, pull the trigger and have it instantly painted? No. You're still going to have to lob. But your lobs will be consistent... I assure you that if you're missing with the Phantom while using good paint, it's you who is not aiming.
One thing: carry a battle swab. Just in case. I've broken a few balls in the recent cold weather given that cheap paint gets very brittle in the cold. Phantoms don't shoot well at all with wet barrels. Then again, nothing really does...
As for you wanting to play stock class... is there another choice? Sure, there are other markers out there, but... I know MY choice...
Oh, and don't think you're a total junkie because you're only working on number three. (You're just on your way, that's all!) I've got over a dozen and many people I play with have 20+ markers. Why? *shrugs* Why not? Keep collecting, man. It's always nice to have options. More than that, loaning out spare equipment is a great way to make friends. Plus, everyone always appreciates generosity and everyone has a good time when everyone else is happy. Have you ever had a marker go down and had someone give you a loaner for the day? Have you ever loaned someone else equipment either to get them into the sport or as a temporary replacement for their downed equipment? It's the people who do that make the sport enjoyable. So despite what anyone might say, more markers really does equal more fun!!!
Plus, it's always great to keep your markers for a long time, pull out a total dinosaur and play a few rounds with it. I still have a splatmaster rapide that sees the field every once in a while. Yeah, I usually get my butt kicked if I use it (they take FOREVER to reload), but I play to have fun, not to win all the time. (Though on the occasions I DO goggle people with it, it feels great!)