Elite Paintball Guns

Now here’s something you must definitely have in your arsenal if you wanna call yourself a real player. The Tag 8 is one of the best paintball pistols out on the market. Some of it strengths are that it has really good air efficiency and its magazine system is definitely great. The mags are heavy but it’s because they are not some plastic fragile junks but really well built reliable pieces of equipment. The construction of the pistol is solid metal and polymer which makes it heavy but it’s really well balanced and steady. It’s powerful, accurate and it definitely looks good. Check the features:
• Highly accurate with an advanced regulator
• Adjustable velocity of 250-350+fps
• Effective range: 75 feet
• Maximum range: 150 feet
• Consistent performance under all weather conditions and under rapid fire
• Quick release barrel for easy cleaning and maintenance
• Innovative resealing CO2 system
• 8 round magazine fed system
• Package includes pistol, 1 magazine, and 1 hardcover carrying case
So there’s really not much to complain about the gun. Again for some of you the weight may be a flaw but others find it as an advantage. And here’s an advice for you…you may wanna hold the gun before you buy it because it’s pretty big and has a large grip frame and if you have small hands it may feel uncomfortable. On the other hand if you have big hands don’t hesitate. And if you’re gonna use the gun only as a backup get one extra mag but if you’re gonna use it as a primary weapon you may wanna stock with 3-4 mags as the one mag contains only 8 paintballs. And if you don’t have any extra mags it may take a while for the reload. The gun has Clip release button for both left hand and right one which makes it comfortable no matter which hand you are using. It comes in 3 colors – black, silver and black/silver. It’s priced for $239.99 which is not cheap but as I said in the beginning it’s something you must and wanna have.

The T9 Covert is the basic for the T9 Elite which means the Elite is the upgraded version of the Covert. And you already have the review for the T9 elite so I really don’t wanna bore you with details. The Tiberius Arms are nice markers as a whole, very steady and reliable. There’s not much difference between any of T9s except for the upgrades they come with. Anyway see the features here:
• Custom vertical grip
• Bi-pod
• Side rails
• Mock silencer
• Sight riser
• Laser sight with push trigger
• Collapsible stock
• Magazine fed + hopper fed
• Includes hopper, magazine, and remote line adapters
So as you can see it’s pretty much the same. So if you want a simpler gun without all the upgrades or if you want to do the upgrading yourself get this one. If you want it already upgraded focus on the T9 Elite. The Covert is priced for $399.99 which is 80 bucks less than the Elite. It’s your call. My opinion is that whatever you get you won’t regret it. The guns are really worthy as I said not once or twice already.

There’s nothing too much different to review here as this is the same gun as the T9 Ranger just Tiberius made some upgrades for you and save you the time to do it yourself. Overall the gun has the same advantages and disadvantages of the T9 Ranger so I’m not gonna repeat myself and I’ll just add the upgrades, which are the sight riser and the laser sight with push trigger. So it’s really nothing that you can’t upgrade yourself but why wonder what to buy when you can get it ready. Anyway I’ll give you the features again:
• Custom vertical grip
• Sight riser
• Laser sight with push trigger
• Collapsible stock
• Magazine fed + hopper fed
• Includes hopper, magazine, and remote line adapters
So the total upgrade cost id around 50 bucks so the gun itself is priced for $349.99. not too bad again considering that upgrading it yourself will probably cost more when you include the additional part shipping. Oh, and there’s something I don’t think I mentioned in the other upgrade – the customer service. No matter how many reviews you read about Tiberius the customer service is always put as one of the biggest advantages. So if you ever have any problems or questions don’t hesitate to call.

The T9 paintball Mag fed rifle from Tiberius Arms are the hottest gun to hit the market in a long time. It’s build in the USA and include two set ups one for clip fed (sniper) and one for hopper fed/remote (rifleman). The gun is extremely accurate to distances up to a 100 feet which you have to admit is really something. It performs really well no matter the weather condition. It’s a serious advantage for a woodsball or scenario players. Features:
• Custom vertical grip
• Collapsible stock
• Magazine fed + hopper fed
• Includes hopper, magazine, and remote line adapters
It’s pretty good for a basic especially with a starting price of $299.99 which is really not so bad and totally worthy. Of course there are flaws. The gun is definitely heavy but I suppose some of you may find that as an advantage because being heavy makes the gun really stable. And it’s loud…unfortunately you can’t turn that into an advantage even if you try. But overall the gun is a pretty good deal no matter the flaws, after all it’s not like you can find a gun without any.

When we talk about the T9 we should start with what makes it so unique and that is its ability to convert from pistol to rifle. The T9 is basically the TAC-8 with a hopper port and rails added to the pistol frame. Its dual purpose makes it really useful in any game and especially if you’re a scenario player. Accuracy is one of it its big strengths both in pistol and rifle mode. And if you think that when turning it into an rifle and add those 12+ inches to your trajectory its accuracy will definitely be lowered you’re completely wrong. The gun keeps performing as well as the pistol and you won’t be disappointed of it for sure. Check the features before we continue this review.
• Rifle and pistol in one
• Accurate straight rifling
• Built in regulator
• Fixed air chamber
• Red DDT scope
• Sight riser
• Bi-pod
• Side rails
• Custom vertical grip
• Laser sight with push trigger
• Collapsible stock
• Mock suppressor
• Tactical flash light with push pad trigger
• Includes hopper, magazine, and remote line adapters
• Designed and built in the USA
The optics of the gun are also great and come in really handy when using it as a rifle. And it’s really easy to maintain…after some practice it turns into a child game. Some people complain that the gun is loud…well that’s true, but it’s not much louder than the others in its category. Another irritating thing some of the players complain about and point out as a weakness is that you are limited to 8 shots a mag, which is definitely not enough if you like to shoot like crazy. But if you try to aim sometimes and not just waist paint you’ll notice that 8 shots can be pretty good of a deal. And one more good thing here for all of you left-handed players – the gun is probably one of the few markers on the market that is really left-handed friendly. As to the price the gun costs $479.99 which is not cheap but it’s definitely worthy. You so won’t regret buying it once you get it on the field and start shooting.

The Dynasty Shocker is basically the upgraded Vision shocker. There are barely any differences except in the body work and including all the upgrades we’ve already talked about. Overall it’s a great gun it’s again light, very quick and accurate and has little to no kick. It is very easy to maintain for most. It can take a beating from weekly use and keep shooting people at your command on the field without problems… well, most of the time. Probably the best thing in the Dynasty Shocker is the milling. It’s simply a work of art. It’s simple, but jet beautiful. All of it seems to flow well and you never quite get tired of it. Features:

• High efficiency kit
• Q-lok feed neck
• Special Team Dynasty designed milling
• Clamping feed neck by CCM
• Vertical inline Maxflow regulator
• Milled grip frame so you can actually get to the adjustment screws
• Increased space in the trigger guard
• Built in back grip
• Finger grooved trigger
• Freak Back and tip with one insert (.689)
• Official Dynasty logo on the side of the gun
• Aluminum bolt
• All shockers now include the Nerve Vision board with rebound mode!
• Fires 20+ bps with ease
So the upgrades Smart Parts did were to finally put high efficiency bolt kit stock in their markers, next they put new and improved Dynasty frame that gives you that extra wiggle room for your fingers and last but not least is the trigger which has been improved, but there’s still more to be expected about that. Same thing goes for that pesky Nerve board and that reflective eye that always seems to go down and unfortunately when I told you about that great milling job they did on this gun you should know that it’s quite often when that same milling will cause you problems. But there’s no flawless gun so don’t be discouraged as the gun is a really good one. It’s priced for $999.99 in the silver version and $799.99 in red which I have no idea why. But if you’ve decided to get the gun you’ve made a great choice. It will serve you well.

The gun is really well accepted among the paintball players. It gets pretty good reviews form almost everybody which should suggest that it somehow deserves them. And it does. The gun is fast and accurate but at the same time very light and steady. It’s also really quite and well balanced. You can easily compare it to a DM6 or Ego and it certainly won’t yield before them. And even better it’s much cheaper than the two listed above. Features include:

• Feature Packed Grip Frame - Built in snatch grip with expanded trigger guard, and huge finger space are complimented by threaded lock pins which make the trigger, circuit board, and on/off button easier to change and more secure. Recessed frame screws disappear into the grip frame for a cleaner look.
• Four Point Naughty Dog Adjustable Trigger - Can be dialed in to suit any taste, without needing to open the grip or remove the grip frame.
• Shocker NXT regulator in the Custom Naughty Dog Sleeve offers increased flow rate for maximum velocity stability
• Sculpted rebuildable ball detent assemblies - Left and right spring loaded ball detent assemblies are multi-axis CNC machined to integrate seamlessly into the body.
• Naughty Dog bolt guide blends into the body styling.
• Clamping feed neck attaches with a new thread pattern for even greater durability
• Paw print milling into the body
• Uses one 9v battery
• Nitrogen / Compressed air and Anti-Siphon CO2 operation
• Vision board for decreased chopping
• 180-220 psi range improves air efficiency and reduces breakage
• Two piece Freak barrel with .689 insert
• Semi automatic, tournament legal firing mode only
• Includes drop forward and on/off ASA
• New Shockers also include the Nerve board, with the Rebound firing mode!
So as I said that the Naughty Dog is cheaper you don’t have to believe me…check for yourself. This gun is priced for $799.99 compared to the $1300 of the DM6 and the $1000 for an Ego. Yes there are some things you may wanna change like the trigger and also my advice is to change its board with Nox Board. But even with the upgrades the gun’s gonna be cheaper compared to the others out there. Colors: blue, black, red, silver. The warranty is 90 days and you should know that the Smart Parts customer service is really high leveled.

When talking about Shocker guns the one and most important thing you have to know is that they do need more care time. You need to maintain them properly and most of all regularly and if you take good care of them they’ll certainly take good care of you. As to this particular gun Smart Parts once again pushed themselves to the top to create one really good marker. The 07 NXT is one really beautiful gun. It’s really well balanced its light which helps a lot if you’re a front player but in the same time is also really fast if you play in back positions. And it performs really well with little affection from the weather outside. Prepare some time to read all of the features:

• Seal Forward Technology - This Smart Parts innovation places the breech seal o-ring in the breech, instead of on the bolt, providing a perfect seal against blowback without producing rate of fire limiting bolt-drag.
• True Electropneumatic Design - Just like the original Shocker, and all of the Smart Parts lineup, the Shocker NXT is built on a true electropneumatic design. A precision, fast acting solenoid valve drives the bolt and valve system for unbeatably quick operation with minimal vibration.
• Simple 9-volt Powered Operation - Because of the very low power consumption that true electropneumatic operation provides, the Shocker NXT electronics are able to achieve a long operating life from a standard 9-volt alkaline battery.
• 20+ BPS Performance - OK, the tournaments may say you have to dial it down to 15, but when you open it up, it rocks.
• Multi-Gas Operation - While the tournament world is dominated by compressed air, the low operating pressures of the Shocker mean that in scenario games where reloading times are few and far between, it can take advantage of the high number of shots per fill provided by CO2.
• Break Beam Vision - The latest and most reliable anti-chop Vision technology is fully incorporated into the Shocker NXT body with no external wires or wire covers. *Multiple Vision software modes allow the Shocker NXT Vision system to adapt to a variety of operating conditions, body and eye configurations.
• High Efficiency Bolt - The HE Bolt assembly, which was an often-purchased option for the Shocker SFT is standard equipment on the Shocker NXT. Its increased air storage volume, increased volume flow path and gas supply control maximize the number of shots available between gas fills.
• Integrated Air Rail - The Shocker NXT grip’s integrated rail system allows standard dovetail air system accessories to mount directly to the grip frame or use traditional inline mounting screws.
• Rail Mounted on/off ASA - Positive air system control means longer o-ring and solenoid life for screw in gas supplies. The easy to clean and rebuild design of the *Smart Parts on/off ASA means a lifetime of reliable operation. The integral dovetail mount matches perfectly to the Shocker NXT grip frame’s integrated air system rail for solid adapter free mounting.
• Feature Packed Grip Frame - A built-in snatch grip and expanded trigger guard with generous finger space are complimented by threaded lock pins which make the trigger, circuit board and on/off button easier to change yet more secure. Recessed frame screws disappear into the grip frame for a cleaner look.
• Four Point Adjustable Trigger - The fully adjustable Shocker NXT trigger can be dialed-in to suit any taste. Adjustments for trigger pre-travel, activation point, post-travel, and return resistance may all be made at the trigger face without needing to open the grip, remove the trigger or remove the grip frame. The trigger may also be removed for cleaning or upgrade while the grip frame is in place.
• Standard Barrel Threads - The Shocker NXT uses the Smart Parts standard barrel thread found on the Impulse, Nerve, Ion and SP-8.
• High Volume Regulator - The new Shocker NXT regulator offers increased flow rate for maximum velocity stability. The integrated velocity lock prevents pressure adjustments from being made without tools, making the Shocker NXT 100% tournament and field legal.
• Vertical Regulator Mount - The Shocker NXT Vertical ASA features a longer and wider mounting surface for greater structural integrity and a more forward offset placement providing more grip space around the NXT regulator.
• Sculpted Ball Detent Assemblies - Left and right spring loaded ball detent assemblies are multi-axis CNC machined to integrate seamlessly into the body. They prevent double feeding and provide easy access to inspect and clean the break-beam Vision eyes.
• Harder Anodized Aluminum Finish - The new Shocker NXT anodized aluminum finish is harder and stronger than ever before, to keep the Shocker looking good even under the most abusive tournament or scenario conditions.
• Positive Grip Friction Feedneck - The Shocker NXT Feedneck is equipped with a pair of internal o-rings that give it a positive grip on a wide variety of loader neck sizes. A new, stronger mounting thread specification keeps it solidly installed in the Shocker NXT body.
• Backwards Compatibility - Shocker NXT main assemblies can be mixed and matched with Shocker SFT main assemblies and key components. Existing Shocker SFT owners can upgrade their paintgun to NXT performance or bring many of their Smart Parts and aftermarket accessories over to use on a new Shocker NXT.
So as it’s described in great details above the gun’s pretty awesome. Still I’ll point out some disadvantages. As I already said proper and regular maintenance is a must (it can be a little annoying but you can’t go without it), the so much problematic trigger keeps it’s positions in the flaws chart, sometimes the ASA tends to cause problems but that’s usually easy fix with just tightening the tank oh and you should probably wanna change the feedneck. That’s pretty much everything I can think of. Smart Parts did really good job with the paint job though as it’s much more resistant to scratches. It’s priced $699.99 which is pretty good for a Shocker gun and it comes in probably the most variety of colors I’ve ever seen: dust olive green, dust orange, blue, red, pewter, dust black, dust silver and dust pink. Overall if you’re thinking of getting serious into the sport of paintball and getting a high end gun for a good price you can’t go wrong with this marker.

Yet another Ion gun … still as good as the others but notice the “aluminum” part in the headline. It’s serious. Ion finally moved into the next generation of paintball guns. So forget about all the plastic bodied guns. The Maddog Ion gives you an all new aluminum body look. I can only suppose you know the advantages of the aluminum body and the plastic ones. If not here’s a clue for you…aluminum is as light as the plastic just several times stronger than it. And we all know what strength means in the paintball business. So check the features of this new Ion member:

• Ultra fast rate of fire - 17+ bps in semi auto and rebound modes, and 10 bps in 3 shot burst or full auto modes.
• Extremely lightweight - weighs in at just 2.2 lbs.
• Break-beam Vision eyes - shoot up to 17+ shots per second without ever chopping paint
• Interchangeable Body Kits - Instantly change the color of the Ion’s body with numerous different composite shells
• 9 volt battery operation - easy to find and replace 9 volt batteries. No more expensive battery packs. One 9 volt battery is included. Does not come with charger.
• Easy disassembly - One 1/8″ Allen wrench (included) is all you need to disassemble the Ion
• Durable ball detents - last 10 times as long as current ball detents
• Gas efficient - get between 1000 to 1400 shots from a 68ci 4500psi fill
• Impulse barrel and feedneck threads.
• Includes barrel cover and parts kit
And the actual upgrades:

• Aluminum Ion Flame Body
• 3 Point Adjustable Magnetic Roller Trigger
• Clamping Aluminum Feed Neck
• Aluminum Front Flame Grip
• QEV
So another good thing in this particular gun is the trigger which here is on a definitely higher level than in all the other Ion guns. Which means the one big flow that the Ions had until now is been taken care of. And for the price…that’s probably the one thing that actually doesn’t change in the Ion markers…it’s as low as usual. The marker is priced for $279.99. The colors you can find it in are: black, blue, red, dust black and silver. So if you’re ready for the next step in paintball markers don’t hesitate about this one.

So when you actually thought it can’t get any better with the Ion guns they pull this thing out. I now present you the upgraded version of the Ion Pro. Same gun on the inside but definitely better looking on the outside. And after all the things you know about the Ion about the accuracy, speed and reliability the gun gets a complete 10 on the scale. So if you’ve ever intended buying an Ion Pro you should check this one first. Features:

• 17 balls per second semi-auto rate of fire with 3 shot burst, full auto and our Rebound firing mode.
• Break-beam Vision Anti-Chop System Reliable and durable, the eyes are mounted on a separate board for perfect alignment and not affected by paint or body color. *Reliability The Ion was engineered to stand up to the demands of professional players. It will outlast what used to be considered high-end and won’t break down the minute you get it home.
• Improved Ball Detents Approximately 10 times the service life of current detents.
• Great Efficiency Expect a reliable 1000-1400 shots from a 68ci, 4500psi bottle without any modifications.
• Accuracy & Range The trademarks you expect from Smart Parts.
• Body Kits A first for paintball. High-quality aluminum internals are protected by composite shells, allowing you to instantly change the color or look of your body. Tired of blue? Switch to red. Or black. Or yellow. And there are more body styles in the works.
• Feed Tube with O-Ring Seals Fits a wider range of hoppers than most guns in this price range.
• Tools 1/8″ Allen wrench is all you need for primary disassembly–and it’s included, along with trigger and velocity adjustment wrenches and a handy parts kit.
• Impulse Threads Take advantage of the barrels and feed tubes you may already have
Those were the basic Ion and here are the actual upgrades:

• Q-Lock Locking Feed Neck (installed)
• Smart Parts Grips (installed)
• Ion MAX’D Special Edition Body
• Shocker Style Mini Drop with Twist On/Off Valve (installed)
• Freak Barrel with Jr. Tip and .693 Insert Freak Jr Back (installed)
Unfortunately weaknesses stay the same…or should I say the weakness is the same…yeah the trigger again. But nothing too complicated to change. And there’s something that’s definitely gonna make your day. If you’ve checked the Ion Pro price you know it’s $279.99 which is great…now as I said the Ion MAX’D is the upgraded version of the Pro it’s normal to think it costs more money because of those upgrades…but it’s not…its price is just the same. And so are the colors: black, red, silver and olive green. So if my advice actually means something…skip the Pro and move directly to the MAX’D.