DanBlack Posted June 9, 2007 Report Share Posted June 9, 2007 "Hello I'm new here" Been stalking the forums for about a week now, absorbing knowledge like a sponge. I'm new to airsoft, as in: not skirmished, not bought any kit, don't know anyone who does it. Other than reading these forums (and the links people have recommended), and watching "keyword: airsoft" on youtube, I have no personal experience. I'm 18, got some spare cash and interested in getting to a skirmish to rent some kit and try it out. What I'm really looking for is people who skirmish at a site near Manchester. Thank you and peace out, Dan (Hmm... AEG huh...) Link to post Share on other sites
samuel Posted June 9, 2007 Report Share Posted June 9, 2007 Welcome to the worlds best Airsoft resource. Enjoy! Link to post Share on other sites
SwatMP5man Posted June 9, 2007 Report Share Posted June 9, 2007 Hey, firstly wlecome to the foryms, and can i just say well done for coming to the forums and not making your first topic "wat am best gun". Now if your looking for sites and skirmishers around Manchester, maybe you could visit the manc-as forum at www.manc-as.co.uk they're all located in the Manchester area. Secondly dont buy anything before you've tried it out, you might buy a gun because it looks good, then go skirmsihing and find its totally impractical for you to use, so go to a skirmish and have a touchy-feely of some gear. Link to post Share on other sites
Munitions Man Posted June 9, 2007 Report Share Posted June 9, 2007 Welcome to arnies my friend, the one stop shop for all your airsoft questions. Remember to visit the review database for any questions about guns. If it's not there search and if you still can't find it make a topic, remember we're always willing to help. And also visit the gear section for help with any gear, if it's comfortable, where you can get it etc. Link to post Share on other sites
DanBlack Posted June 9, 2007 Author Report Share Posted June 9, 2007 Hi samuel, and thanks for that advice MP5man. I've actually been on the manc-as forum before, found the Arnies' forums to be a lot more helpful though. I totally agree with you to try before I buy, MP5... Very much want to see kit first hand. That said, I'm currently looking at buying a GBB or AEP, just for plinking in my home, and CQB in the near future. I've been air-rifling since I was "that-high", doing target shooting and "pest-removal" for a long time now. To judge myself I'd say my attraction to airsoft stems from my love of first-person-shooters, specifically tactical, realistic types... I'm sure many people on here feel the same. Cheers, P.S. to Munitions: Yes, have indeed read a lot of the reviews now, as far as kit goes I'll probably buy British military surplus (Telling myself to Keep It Simple, Stupid and all that) Link to post Share on other sites
SwatMP5man Posted June 9, 2007 Report Share Posted June 9, 2007 LOL, it nevers happens mate. Once you've started the addiction only gets stronger and feeds more off your wallet. I started off saying i'd buy one gun a cheap vest and Brit DPM's now i've got 4 guns, dpm's but spent £85 on one vest. Good luck though. Cheers Sean Link to post Share on other sites
DanBlack Posted June 9, 2007 Author Report Share Posted June 9, 2007 MP5: "started the addiction", that bad huh? Ahh *fruitcage*... Not sure if my current stock of ghettoflage in my wardrobe would be that suitable for airsofting, mind. A tactical vest is something I definately need, I think even on top of civvy clothes, I'd look the part. And goggles, face-protection... I think its all to come. Link to post Share on other sites
Sledge Posted June 9, 2007 Report Share Posted June 9, 2007 Welcome to Arnie's: where the sarcasm never stops. Please don't feed the geardoes. Link to post Share on other sites
hardboiledcop Posted June 9, 2007 Report Share Posted June 9, 2007 Welcome to the forums. And may I say, that has to be the best first post I've read so far, friendly, informative, and a good speller. You my friend will do well here -- Incidentally, the "started the addiction" stuff is that bad, very bad, I'm a student, without a job, and until not long ago I owned 2 pistols, each cost around 1000 dollars to build. Welcome to the Airsoft Suck Link to post Share on other sites
DanBlack Posted June 9, 2007 Author Report Share Posted June 9, 2007 Cheers hardboiled, you've made me feel warm and fuzzy... **shudders**. Link to post Share on other sites
Sledge Posted June 9, 2007 Report Share Posted June 9, 2007 Meh, it's not like this hobby is addictive or anything. I've only got about 20 pistols. Or something like that. It's been a while since I counted. Link to post Share on other sites
evilliboba Posted June 9, 2007 Report Share Posted June 9, 2007 Welcome to Arnie's: where the sarcasm never stops. Please don't feed the geardoes. <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Amen. Welcome. Link to post Share on other sites
DanBlack Posted June 9, 2007 Author Report Share Posted June 9, 2007 Thanks for the welcome gov'ners. Though I have one question; since I couldn't find the term on the airsoft glossary, what exactly is a geardo? I'm guessing its a portmanteau of gear and weirdo, and that they're gear obsessed, am I right? Link to post Share on other sites
BigRedDog Posted June 9, 2007 Report Share Posted June 9, 2007 Thanks for the welcome gov'ners. Though I have one question; since I couldn't find the term on the airsoft glossary, what exactly is a geardo? I'm guessing its a portmanteau of gear and weirdo, and that they're gear obsessed, am I right? <{POST_SNAPBACK}> You are correct. Personally, they scare me. But to each his own. Welcome to Arnies, you'll be in for a treat. Link to post Share on other sites
Sledge Posted June 9, 2007 Report Share Posted June 9, 2007 Geardo, gear queer, HaVoC, weirdo, call them what you will. Link to post Share on other sites
Case Posted June 9, 2007 Report Share Posted June 9, 2007 Got it in one Used more affectionately than insulting, like a wayward brother Found this amusing definition and cartoon on Google http://www.bobonthefob.com/archive/geardo.jpg Link to post Share on other sites
DanBlack Posted June 10, 2007 Author Report Share Posted June 10, 2007 I do hiking, mountaineering and camping. It doesn't take a genius to guess I've got a lot of suitable clothing in my wardobe for airsofting. I'm told my fashion sense is reminiscent of the "special forces and PMC look" anyway... Don't laugh. Looking at getting some tactical gear and webbing now... Regards, Dan (Hmm... PLCE, MULES, Assault vests... hoho) Link to post Share on other sites
alastairthegreat Posted June 10, 2007 Report Share Posted June 10, 2007 welcome did you say you were planing to get a GBB or an AEP for plinking and maybe CQB?? make sure you read lots of reviews before getting one (obviously) basically AEP's are more practical and less fun to shoot (no recoil or cool noises) but youll probably be able to get a good number of "kills" with a GBB too and they are loooads more fun to shoot, so personally id recommend a GBB Link to post Share on other sites
DanBlack Posted June 10, 2007 Author Report Share Posted June 10, 2007 I did indeed Alastair. As far as models go, my two "favourite" pistols are the HK USP Tactical .45 cal or the Sig Sauer P226 9mm... I feel an AEP would be easier to use and maintain, but a GBB would be more realistic (there's always advantages and disadvantages ofcourse)... Off to the review section methinks. Cheers, Dan Link to post Share on other sites
Carrion Posted June 10, 2007 Report Share Posted June 10, 2007 lo mate. Link to post Share on other sites
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