[SharpShot99]

My hearing may suck but its due to hundreds of shotgun shells be cycled through my m1014 as a USMC CBRN. Gbbr don't sound like real steel but it sounds a heck of a lot better than piont piont. Also CO2 eliminates the temperature flaw..

 

[redbaron]

Once again like everything else on this fourm this is turning into a measuring contest. The fact of the matter is that what work for some people doesn't for others.

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[Nk235]

I just started using all GBB guns besides just my sidearm and am addicted to it. While it may not be 100% close to real steel counterparts (which I also shoot), they in my opinion are def the closest variants when it comes to airsoft. They function like real steel weapons, need the same care and cleaning, and again just in my opinion are much more fun to shoot. Using them has made me a much better player too because it changes the dynamic of how you play (less rounds, choosing when to reload when you know you are low, positioning, etc.)

Downsides are the cold weather - you just can't use them reliably when it's chilly out, unless you are running Co2. I also have an AEG which is now my backup rifle because I just love playing with the GBB rifle (I play indoors mostly so I can use it in the winter).

So I guess to sum this up, I could not see why using a GBB rifle/pistol or both at a Mil Sim event would seem weird. To me it would seem practical so long as weather is not an issue.


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[zhub0531]

Not for me, I use my we scar with co2 mags. With the right RA tech upgrades it works just as good as any aeg


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[Rasmus1827373]

Also if you keep your gbbr well maintained it will treat you just as well...

Should i also maintain in during a milsim event?

 

[Graybeard]

First I would like to say, welcome to the forum! Then I’ll point out to you that this is an old thread, so you should not wait for an answer. The last response was made in 2014. But, I’ll go ahead and share my opinion with you.

You should be prepared to field strip your gun during the milsim, and be able to clean it if you have the time. It is a dirty environment. You may not have time to clean it. But if you do and have been in some firefights, or crawling around in the dirt, go ahead and wipe it down clean the barrel, check for function, and lightly lube while reassembling it. But I would strongly suggest making sure it is clean and in full working order before you even start, and carry a secondary.

 

[Rasmus1827373]

First I would like to say, welcome to the forum! Then I’ll point out to you that this is an old thread, so you should not wait for an answer. The last response was made in 2014. But, I’ll go ahead and share my opinion with you.

You should be prepared to field strip your gun during the milsim, and be able to clean it if you have the time. It is a dirty environment. You may not have time to clean it. But if you do and have been in some firefights, or crawling around in the dirt, go ahead and wipe it down clean the barrel, check for function, and lightly lube while reassembling it. But I would strongly suggest making sure it is clean and in full working order before you even start, and carry a secondary.

Thank you for answering! Iv’e currently never been to a milsim before, defenitly planning on trying one. But when is a good time to clean and lubricate it? Is it at the base camp, or maybe between the firefights?

 

[Guges Mk3]

When you deem it necessary...


When your running through the woods and trip and toss the gbb into a mud puddle...go clean it...this is necessary.

If you fire 40 shots and go back to to starting point. You don't need to clean it for it's not necessary, because you didn't do anything with it.

 

[Graybeard]

What he said. I would just go ahead and add if the gun is not cycling properly at anytime…..(obviously)

Now that we have said this, If you have an AEG too, you may want to run that for your first event. They are not as maintenance heavy of a platform, and usually out perform the GBB platforms. I get the idea of a more realistic visceral experience with GBBs. I have plenty of them. Just a thought to consider. But either way, once you’ve done it, please share what your experience was like! I would love to hear about it!

 

[Rasmus1827373]

I’ll try to Remember, im just not quite old enough to try a milsim tho. I’m just looking for a gun that last and fun to shoot with. Iv’e tried to shoot with a gbbr and i immediately fell in love with feeling and blowback! Iv’e played airsoft in 2 years, owned 2 aeg’s, build my own sniper rifle, I know how to maintain an gas airsoft pistol proberly. So would you reccomend a gbbr with my current experience? Or should i get som more experience in airsoft?

 

[Guges Mk3]

What is proper GBB maintenance to you?

Please cite your maintenance protocols.

As for a GBBR...it's not about knowledge it's about money. GBBR are very expensive...for a full load-out

 

[Rasmus1827373]

What is proper GBB maintenance to you?

Please cite your maintenance protocols.

As for a GBBR...it's not about knowledge it's about money. GBBR are very expensive...for a full load-out

When i maintain my pistol i clean my barrel, lube surfaces that touch each other, o-rings and all the moving parts. I ofcause also clean the gun from exterior debris.
I know gbbr’s are very expensive, but do they often break? Including magazines?
and can i treat the weapon like i treat an aeg?

 

[Guges Mk3]

And what do you clean the barrel with?

They often do, they are not as durable as an AEG.

Magazine is the first point of failure due to rough handling and Siloxanes damage to the seals on some models.

 

[Rasmus1827373]

And what do you clean the barrel with?

They often do, they are not as durable as an AEG.

Magazine is the first point of failure due to rough handling and Siloxanes damage to the seals on some models.

For cleaning my barrel i use a tissue and some cleaning alcohol.
really nice to know that they often break. Thanks for letting me know

 

[Graybeard]

I own a lot of GBBR guns, a handfull of HPA guns, and have an aeg(this will actually surprise some of the people here). I got my start with GBB sub machine guns. They are a lot of fun, but they have their drawbacks. As mentioned, they do brake and need much maintenance. AEGs need very little maintenance in comparison, just cleaning the barrel for the most part. Heavy use with AEG may cause you to want to open the gearbox to check the gears and regresase. They are relatively reliable, cheaper and lighter to play with. HPAs are expensive, but once they are set up all you need to do is clean the barrel for regular maintenance. So you need to keep in mind the drawbacks of each system when choosing them.

 

[Rasmus1827373]

I own a lot of GBBR guns, a handfull of HPA guns, and have an aeg(this will actually surprise some of the people here). I got my start with GBB sub machine guns. They are a lot of fun, but they have their drawbacks. As mentioned, they do brake and need much maintenance. AEGs need very little maintenance in comparison, just cleaning the barrel for the most part. Heavy use with AEG may cause you to want to open the gearbox to check the gears and regresase. They are relatively reliable, cheaper and lighter to play with. HPAs are expensive, but once they are set up all you need to do is clean the barrel for regular maintenance. So you need to keep in mind the drawbacks of each system when choosing them.

The real question for me is. Is it worth the money and maintenance to run a gbbr as a main?

 

[Guges Mk3]

No...unless you have thousands to spend..

 

[Graybeard]

Maybe not to start with. But boy, I sure do love them too. You should look up Uller‘s thread of his builds. He’s spent a lot of time with his.

 

[Rasmus1827373]

Maybe not to start with. But boy, I sure do love them too. You should look up Uller‘s thread of his builds. He’s spent a lot of time with his.

I’ll definitely do

 

[Uller]

I speak only from my own experiences.You can use them as primaries,but you have to keep some things in mind.Using one in games will definitely change how you play in comparison to an electric.The biggest change will be getting used to using semi quite nearly exclusively.Not just because of the ammo count per mag,but to manage your mags period,and gbb's are the absolute most accurate in semi.When out in the field with one your mags will be a priority.In order to keep the weapons consistency the same every time you do a reload your going to want to give your mags a 3 sec or so shot of gas.I carry a Coleman propane tank with me in a magazine dump pouch on the very back of my hip.You will absolutely find yourself being more selective with your targets,and only selecting those you believe you have the greatest chance to hit.To achieve this your going to find yourself engaging targets using stealth,(from concealment,stalking, etc),setting up ambushes,and that kind of thing.Because of this,your gear will change.I've found selecting camo that actually works,and combining it with other forms of camo to break up your silhouette works best.Traveling light works best as your going to find yourself doing alot more moving around from cover to cover in order to setup shots,and to keep enemy players guessing at your location.I have found it best to stay clear of friendly players who use electrics,and groups of players also.Allow players with electrics to initiate a fire fight first while you outflank enemy players to setup shots,and pick them off.Your going to find the aeg players make alot of noise,and in general draw alot of attention to themselves which is everything you don't want.Teaming up with snipers is alot of fun as both are more like minded,easier to setup flanking maneuvers, and shots (atleast two of you working together).For gbb's range and accurate semi fire is everything.I make all of mine as mechanically efficient as possible.ALL moving parts are polished,liberally lubricated,and I tune all mine for the longest,straightest,ammo flight I can possibly get them to,and heaviest ammo my guns can lift while remaining within the rules where I play.The more efficiently and smoothly they run the quicker your follow-up shots are,the more consistent they are,and they are less likely to succumb to a failure.Heavier ammo is crucial for the best range and accuracy you can manage.In short, your going to find yourself adopting more of a sniper/dmr style of play than what the electric guys do.