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3.6K views 43 replies 14 participants last post by  Knief  
#1 ·
Ive been wondering what sidearm to get. I have been looking at pistols but that small hand held grenade launcher looks really cool. I really dont know what to get. Pistol or grenade launcher?
 
#2 ·
We need a bit more information, AirsoftPlaya. What's your budget? How about a link to the grenade launcher you're talking about? Brand and model pistols you've been looking at? I'm assuming you're thinking of a GBB pistol.

If the grenade launcher is the one I think you mean, well it's not very practical as a sidearm. Since your sidearm is supposed to be the thing you turn to when your primary is down, a single shot grenade launcher won't be very if you need to kill multiple people. You loose the effect of surprise if you have to reload after one shot. It's more something that you have on top of a sidearm, IMO.

I am assuming you are talking about this - http://www.evike.com/product_info.php?cPath=21_46&products_id=33221)
 
#5 ·
We need a bit more information, AirsoftPlaya. What's your budget? How about a link to the grenade launcher you're talking about? Brand and model pistols you've been looking at? I'm assuming you're thinking of a GBB pistol.

If the grenade launcher is the one I think you mean, well it's not very practical as a sidearm. Since your sidearm is supposed to be the thing you turn to when your primary is down, a single shot grenade launcher won't be very if you need to kill multiple people. You loose the effect of surprise if you have to reload after one shot. It's more something that you have on top of a sidearm, IMO.

I am assuming you are talking about this - http://www.evike.com/product_info.php?cPath=21_46&products_id=33221)
Guess ill be getting a gbb pistol. For a pistol my budget would be $100 preferably. I dont really want a m9 i want something different
 
#10 ·
xAirsoftPlayax said:
Isnt $100+ too much for a pistol thats what my friend said
Ok watch while blow all your minds.
KJW M9
KJW Glock 23
KJW Sig P226.

KJW are very reliable pistols.
 
#11 ·
Not really, no. Good equipment costs money. I've spent over $200 on a number of different pistols, and would in the future for the right product. In general, $150-$200 is the price you're going to pay for a nice GBB, and they're worth it. You can get something in the $100 range, but they're generally inferior in some way or another. Plus, if you're looking for something more unique, you're generally looking at something from one of the better brands anyway. KJW guns are decent, but they don't make anything that's really novel.
 
#12 ·
Knief said:
Not really, no. Good equipment costs money. I've spent over $200 on a number of different pistols, and would in the future for the right product. In general, $150-$200 is the price you're going to pay for a nice GBB, and they're worth it. You can get something in the $100 range, but they're generally inferior in some way or another. Plus, if you're looking for something more unique, you're generally looking at something from one of the better brands anyway. KJW guns are decent, but they don't make anything that's really novel.
I've found them pretty reliable on my field. No there not the best, but they do get the job done.
 
#13 ·
Yeah, KJWs are pretty reliable. But their performance is lacking, their fit and finish is mediocre, and they look pretty crappy. That's fine, that's what you're getting into when you buy a cheaper GBB. And that they produce something reliable and serviceable at that price is awesome, nobody else does. But they definitely don't fall into the "cool" category. They're the Toyota Corolla of the GBB world, but without the ability to hit 300K miles.
 
#14 ·
Knief said:
Yeah, KJWs are pretty reliable. But their performance is lacking, their fit and finish is mediocre, and they look pretty crappy. That's fine, that's what you're getting into when you buy a cheaper GBB. And that they produce something reliable and serviceable at that price is awesome, nobody else does. But they definitely don't fall into the "cool" category. They're the Toyota Corolla of the GBB world, but without the ability to hit 300K miles.
Well I've heard the KWA USPc is good? That's what $130? Can you spend any extra?
 
#16 ·
So what about a Tokyo Marui 93r. Opinions
The TM M93R is an AEP, just saying. It certainly isn't as exciting as say, a gas blowback pistol, however an AEP would be practical for skirmishing. I would look at getting a the USP or G18C AEP as I've heard of some accuracy issues w/ the 93R. AEP batteries are a pain in the a** as well, so I would look at the guide for converting to a mini-LiPo.
 
#17 ·
The KSC M93r is a fantastic pistol, and a GBB to boot. It's very accurate, has full auto, semi auto, and three round burst. I loved mine when I had it. It's one of those guns you always regret getting rid of.
 
#18 ·
Knief said:
The KSC M93r is a fantastic pistol, and a GBB to boot. It's very accurate, has full auto, semi auto, and three round burst. I loved mine when I had it. It's one of those guns you always regret getting rid of.
Lol, I was waiting for you to post something along those lines.
 
#20 ·
If it's a nice holster it's not a bad deal. If it's a crappy clone nylon holster, you're going to want to throw it out anyway, so then it's just an okay deal.
 
#23 ·
You don't want a holster on your vest. They take up valuable space where more useful things (like mags for your primary, for instance) should be placed. I don't know of any specific holsters for the m93r. That foregrip and sloped trigger guard make for a tough fit. I'm sure you can turn up something decent with a bit of research. In general, stay away from airsoft brand nylon holsters like stuff from Condor and UTG. They won't hold your pistol securely and you'll drop a lot of mags and eventually drop the whole pistol.
 
#24 ·
I went ahead and bought myself a kwa 93r. A great puchase IMO. I love the pistol but i need a pistol holster. Wondering if the holsters on the tactical vests are good enough or if there are any other better pistol holsters.
There is no hard shell holster for the m93r unless you get one custom made, just find a larger soft shell holster and throw it on your belt.