| Is it cheaper to build your own paintball sniper gun or to | | | | can also be concealed within the buttstock. So a |
| buy a designed package? It really depends on you and | | | | buttstock can be handy for a sniper by giving a more |
| what you want. Before you make up your mind it is | | | | realistic rifle feel but also make the rifle look genuine. |
| best to know the basics of a paintball sniper gun. The | | | | You then need to decide on your scope. Most long |
| only requirements are a marker, hopper or magazine, | | | | range scoped will be sufficient so find one that suits |
| air tank, a longer barrel, and a long range scope. There | | | | you and your price goal. You can even add a red dot |
| are plenty of add ons such as a buttstock, extra | | | | scope if there is a possibility for some close range |
| ammo, a bi pod, and even camouflage. So the overall | | | | firing. The bi pod is also a valuable asset to a paintball |
| price is really going to depend on the choices you | | | | sniper. It is not a necessary add but will help with |
| make. | | | | prolonged stationary waiting. There are many other |
| Building your own weapon can be time consuming but | | | | add ons such as electronic triggers, camouflage or |
| cheaper and rewarding in the long fun. The first must | | | | even full ghillie suits that can also aid in your quest but |
| get is the marker or gun. If you already have an | | | | these will of course add to your costs. |
| upgradeable gun and are comfortable with it then the | | | | The other way to get your paintball sniper gun is to |
| hardest choice has been made. You would need to | | | | buy a package that was created by the manufacturer |
| figure out the accessories you want and purchase | | | | or distributor. There are many to choose from and it |
| those which will greatly decrease your total price. Just | | | | can be a tough decision. I recommend you still go |
| make sure the parts you buy are compatible with your | | | | through the steps above even if you are going to |
| gun. If you don't have a marker then this is the first | | | | purchase a package. This allows you to get an |
| choice to make and the most expensive one. You | | | | approximate price for the perfect paintball sniper gun |
| need to find a gun that is versatile, dependable, and | | | | for you plus lets you figure out the equipment you do |
| within you budget. The next choice is your barrel. | | | | and do not want with your weapon. After you have |
| Paintball sniper barrels come in a variety of lengths, | | | | an idea of what you want then do a search of local |
| anywhere from 14" to over 22". I have found that if | | | | paintball stores and tournaments but you should check |
| you stay around the middle of 18" with a rifled barrel | | | | the internet also because most of the best deals on |
| will give you the accuracy and distance that is desired. | | | | packages and parts will be found there. If you can find |
| If you don't need a lot of ammo then going with a | | | | a built package that suits your needs and fits your |
| magazine over a hopper is preferred. The magazine is | | | | budget then that is a great way to go but you can end |
| lighter and more aesthetic. Hoppers can hold as many | | | | up saving money if you buy the parts and build it |
| as 200 rounds or more but are bigger and heavier. It is | | | | yourself. You will not only be rewarded with your |
| easier to carry more ammo if needed without having | | | | perfect paintball sniper gun but you will save money in |
| to carry extra magazines. Air tanks are used to propel | | | | the process. |
| the paintballs and can be refillable or disposable. The | | | | |