Updated pic of gun: i183.photobucket.com I thought I’d do a performance review of the CA8-2 airsoft sniper rifle. The review isn’t about the gun specifically, but how accurate it is at 50′, 75′, 125′, and finally 150′. The review itself isn’t all that great, so please excuse the long length, somewhat poor lighting and my sometimes poor use of words (I had no script or plan of what to say). Anyway, I hope you enjoy the review. If you have any questions about the gun, airsoft sniping, or …

Even though you are just buying cheap airsoft guns, you should always hunt for a reliable brand in order to get the best value for your money. Make sure you have done your shopping and read reviews beforehand.

If you are thinking of getting cheap airsoft guns in the electric type, first, you have to determine how much you are willing to spend. Some of the companies which make the best electric airsoft guns are Tokyo Marui (TM), VFC, Classic Army (CA) and ICS.

Airsoft guns made by the above-mentioned companies are usually priced at the range between $200 and $400. There are some with higher price tags, but many of them are sniper rifles. Sniper rifles are not recommended for airsoft newbie. This is because in order to maximize their effectiveness on the field, the guns need to be upgraded. You can get medium level guns with the price listed above.

There are some companies which offer medium end airsoft guns. They are probably not as reliable since they are less durable in terms of their feel and weight. However, the best thing about them is, you can get them by just paying about half the price as some of the companies mentioned above. Some examples of companies offering medium end guns are WELL (Only the “R” Series), Galaxy, CYMA, Jing Gong/ Golden Bow (JG/GB) and also Echo1 which is same as above and the difference is it come with a warranty. Some other brands with decent quality guns would be D-Boyi and UTG although UTG may cost you more than necessary.

The guns made by most of these companies are usually priced from $90 to $175. It is not recommended that you go for guns below this price range because the cheap airsoft guns that you can get below that price range may be cheap but they may come with really bad quality. For instance, they may not be able to shoot properly or they may break easily, with very little warranty.

Classic Army CA-25 (SR25 type) sniper rifle shooting review….25g BBs…measured at 88ft….At the time we shot the video I wasn’t sure.

For the past ten years, the airsoft market has been dominated by Taiwanese and Japanese manufacturers like ICS, Classic Army and Tokyo Marui. These companies produce high quality products and enjoy strong brand recognition, but, unfortunately, their reputation for quality comes with a high price tag. Their airsoft sniper rifles start at $250 and are often priced in excess of $400, making them a major investment and limiting the average person’s ability to purchase multiple arms. One could argue that this is simply the cost of quality, but as an industry insider I know the high price tag has more to do with their manufacturing costs than the guns’ superior construction.

In recent years, some strong contenders from China have garnered attention. Manufacturers like Jing Gong (JG), AGM, DBoys, and CYMA may have at first been dismissed as Chinese knockoffs, but today it is clear that they manufacture to the same high performance/quality standards as their Japanese and Taiwanese counterparts. How do they manufacture high quality products for so much less? The Chinese factories tend to be larger and have lower labor and component costs. In fact, you are more likely to find these electric airsoft rifles on US military training bases than their East Asian competitors because you simply cannot beat the value.

The classic airsoft manufacturers may have met their match in the new generation of Chinese manufactured arms. Here are a few examples of high-value Chinese manufactured airsoft rifles:

The JG M4 S-System: With a muzzle velocity that overpowers even Tokyo Marui AEGs, this firearm is a tremendous value considering its extremely solid ABS polymer body and full metal rail system and gear box. The JG M4 S-System is releasing a new 2010 version and features numerous tactical accessory upgrades, including flashlights, scopes, lasers, and grenade launchers. JG M4 S-System Full Metal: Similar to the KWA M4 S-SYSTEM, but more advanced, the JG M4 S-SYSTEM features full metal design and fires at 400-450 FPS. A pre-installed MOSFET CHIP ensures the highest rate of fire, quicker trigger response and longer battery life. It is literally the lowest priced MOSFET-equipped airsoft M4 S-System AEG there is. AGM L96 w/ scope & bipod: Perhaps one of the best rifles ever launched by AGM, the new AGM AWP L96 bolt action sniper rifle is one of the nicest bolt actions on the market for under $100. It features a long, one-piece, full-metal, tight-bore sniper barrel and shoots with extreme force (over 450 FPS) and accuracy. DE Multi-Shot Triple Burst Shotgun: This multi-shot, triple burst, heavyweight shotgun is the newest DE shotgun on the market. It features three barrels combined into one super-reinforced barrel to maximize power and tactical efficiency. Three BBs shoot out after every pump, making this the fastest-shooting airsoft shotgun on the market, not to mention one of the most versatile shotguns you can purchase for less than $100.