Tippman 98 custom vs Alpha Black
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Topic: Tippman 98 custom vs Alpha Black
Posted By: markermom
Subject: Tippman 98 custom vs Alpha Black
Date Posted: 18 October 2009 at 11:05am
| I'm a mom of a boy who is new to the world of paint ball. He has a Tippman 98, but now is interested in the Alpha Black US Army version. I'd like to know more about the pros and cons of each and how they compare before he sells one to buy the other. Thanks! |
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Posted By: oldpbnoob
Date Posted: 18 October 2009 at 11:45am
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One big con is that fact that the resale on the 98 is going to be dismal. Depending on the model, used 98's sell for as low as $40-50. There honestly is no functional difference between the two markers. Essentially the AB is a 98 in "Milsim" garb. The internals are nearly identical as is the performance, the AB just looks more like a real gun. If he has his heart set on an AB or Project Salvo(another derivative of the AB), you may want to consider looking at buying a used one off of Ebay. The AB's have only been out for a year or so, but used ones can be had reasonably as the resale is a bit low as well. Maybe you could even check local shops in your area, they may be willing to trade flat out or with a little adding depending on what upgrades the 98 has. Keep in mind, that technically, the 98 is a more expensive marker... as the AB is partially sponsored by the U.S. Army as a cheap introduction into the sport.
One downside of the AB/PS is that they are pretty much what you get. If he changes his mind later on and doesn't want a military styled marker he will be SOL, surely outta luck. They can be upgraded with ROF (rate of fire) mods such as E-triggers, Response Triggers(salvo only), but you cannot get away from the Milsim look of them.
As a parent, I know how fickle kids can be. Good luck with it. ------------- "When I grow up I want to marry a rich man and live in a condor next to the beach" -- My 7yr old daughter. |
Posted By: markermom
Date Posted: 18 October 2009 at 12:03pm
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Thanks much! What are the kinds of things that one would want to upgrade or change on the 98 and can't be changed on the AB? My son also says, "Thank you for responding to us and telling us about it. Maybe I'll keep the 98 after all, but I'm still looking for a pretty good looking machine gun. Thanks." |
Posted By: woodsballer1
Date Posted: 18 October 2009 at 12:48pm
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Listed below are some modifications that I have made to my 98. All together I have put an additional $250-$300 into my gun (not quite sure what you are wanting to spend). With these upgrades I am able to shoot fully automatic at around 15-20 balls per second. From what I gather, your son is intrested in an automatic and with the stock and 14" barrel it gives it a more realistic "machine gun" look. Hope I was helpful! ------------- My 98c ACT setup: E-Grip w/W.A.S. Cyclone Feeder Squishy Paddles TechT Vortex Mod Expansion Chamber 6 Point Car Stock J&J 14" Ceramic Barrel Polished Internals |
Posted By: oldpbnoob
Date Posted: 18 October 2009 at 3:02pm
------------- "When I grow up I want to marry a rich man and live in a condor next to the beach" -- My 7yr old daughter. |
markermom wrote: