Year of Gun
Printed From: Tippmann Paintball
Category: Paintball Equipment
Forum Name: Which Gun is Best
Forum Description: Need Advice? Ask the pros.
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Topic: Year of Gun
Posted By: sons910
Subject: Year of Gun
Date Posted: 14 July 2007 at 9:40am
| < =text/>_popupControl(); I'm new to paintball and just bought an A-5 w/ R/t off of Ebay. The gun has never been used but in came in an old box. I wanted to know if anybody could tell what year the gun is or how to find out (or if it really matters)? ser#187826. |
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Posted By: Kingtiger
Date Posted: 14 July 2007 at 3:06pm
| could we see some pics plz? |
Posted By: SSOK
Date Posted: 15 July 2007 at 12:03pm
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Is it from Tippmann Sports, or Pneumatics? Is the Finish smooth, or rough? If its from Tippmann Sports, its less than two years old. ------------- 
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Posted By: sons910
Date Posted: 16 July 2007 at 12:29am
| < =text/>_popupControl(); It's from Pneumatics with a smooth finish . Even if its over two years old, I bought for $177.00 (shipping included), new w/ response trigger and a collapsible stock. I didn't think it would be that old, but does it make a difference? Have the newer A5's change that much that I should worry about reliability? And is it considered a good buy? At first I thought it was a steal, but now I not sure. The gun shoots fine. Again I'm new to paintballand any info would be great. I working on putting pictures up, but Im an idiot. < =text/>_popupControl(); < =text/>_popupControl(); |
Posted By: SSOK
Date Posted: 16 July 2007 at 7:56pm
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It doesnt matter at all. I perfer older stuff like that myself anyway. The only difference between newer and older A5's in quality is the newer A5's have a better cyclone, which you can get for free. Does your cyclone have an "A" on the bottom? -------------
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Posted By: sons910
Date Posted: 17 July 2007 at 10:39am
| < =text/>_popupControl(); Right, it does have an A on the bottom. What does that mean? |
Posted By: Rambino
Date Posted: 17 July 2007 at 12:24pm
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The "A" on the bottom means that the Cyclone has the second update, which means that it has the first update. That's good. If you didn't have an "A" you would want to get some update parts. With the "A" you are good to go. ------------- [IMG]http://i38.tinypic.com/aag8s8.jpg"> |
Posted By: SSOK
Date Posted: 18 July 2007 at 6:44pm
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I cant give you a specific date, but its probably 2-4 years old. Or, it could be older with upgraded parts Edit: Crap, you already posted it. Try calling a local shop -------------
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. Whats the serial number? I cant help you with the serial number, but most places and people can.Posted By: scrumsguy
Date Posted: 24 July 2007 at 5:09pm
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lol my serial number, the last three numbers are 666 scarry stuff and i'm a christian too! ------------- Help support the Youth In Asia! Member Of Sgt. Peppers Lonely Hearts Club Band |
Posted By: DevilHunter
Date Posted: 12 August 2007 at 10:22pm
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even if it is old, it should be fine. i got my a5 back when it first came out and it still works perfectly ------------- Once you hear the shot, it's already too late... A5 Sniper |