Tippmann SL-68 II - Updated - More to Come |
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God
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Posted: 01 November 2009 at 5:47pm |
I am happy to announce that a Tippmann SL-68 II is a wonderful and pleasant marker to play with and shoot! A more informative and comprehensive review is on the way. Until then, here are a few images for those curious to see this new marker. --------- Update---------- Recently
Tippmann surprised the paintball community and announced they were resurrecting
the SL-68 in order to address the issues players mentioned they wanted to
change about the marker. The new SL-68 II is their answer and it does
not disappoint. As all Tippmann markers go, the SL-68 II is built like a
brick and will be nearly impossible to destroy on any paintball field. The
solid cast aluminum, metal trigger, and non corrosive internal parts all
aid in keeping Tippmann's durable reputation as solid as the markers they
build. This SL - 68 II marker has redesigned pump and hand grips.
The ribbed front grip is comfortable to hold and allows for increased control.
The hand grip is now ergonomically designed which increases the marker's
comfort and adds to players control. No longer does a player have to worry
about slippage during the pumping motion nor do they have to worry about
dropping the marker. My favorite improvement is the sling mounts located at the
front of the pump grip and at the front tip of the hand grip. Another fun feature this marker has is the "auto
trigger" option a player can keep the trigger depressed, allowing
the marker to fire a paintball with each pump. Combined with this markers’
smooth, short stroke, any players using the auto trigger technique will have an
advantage over other pump players whose markers do not have that option. One of
the most important mechanisms this marker offers is the breech lock anti-double
pump feature. Because this marker only loads when a player stokes the pump, and
not automatically loaded by the marker, the anti-double pump feature
protects a player from accidentally double pumping and loading two
paintballs in the breech, causing unwanted barrel breaks. Some of the most useful features include the breech port
and the redesigned integrated feedneck. Let’s face it, barrel breaks
happen. When it does happen, the breech port allows players to grab their
battle swab or squeegee and shove it inside. Unscrewing the barrel is
not necessary for a quick but good scrub. On and off the field, this
option is much appreciated. The redesigned feedneck is now adjustable
which allows for a greater number of hoppers to fit with just
the loosening or tightening of a screw. Straight out of the box, my first impression was that this
marker was compact, light, and comfortable to hold. Later, I discovered
that attaching a 20 ounce CO2 tank caused the marker to become too long to be
held comfortably under in the arm. Using a 9 ounce CO2 tank or a
remote line would fix this problem. I also later realized a 20 ounce tank is
probably not necessary or a first choice of players who use or wish to use
this marker. Ultimately this marker is simple to use, quick and easy
to maintain, uncomplicated in its design, and fun to use. Because of all
the above mention reasons, it is, both, a perfect beginner's marker or
great marker for those players that wish improve their skills and great for any
player who wishes to return to an era of paintball where each and every shot
counted. This marker will last forever and is just
about guaranteed to increase the thrill players feel while playing
paintball. ---------More To Come---------- I have an new HPA tank and a box of Reballs in the mail (my Pro Shop closed this past saturday so I they had slim pickings) and look forward to commenting on this marker's barrel and hopefully post a video of this marker in action. Stay Tuned, Have Fun, and Enjoy! Edited by God - 02 November 2009 at 8:59pm |
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Mack
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Sadly, I don't play enough pump anymore to justify purchasing a new one. I'll just have to settle for using the old one I guess.
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TinMan
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I'm looking forward to getting mine next week, and yes, I hope it "is a wonderful and pleasant marker to play with and shoot"
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