Market Research & The Tri-Shot Shotguns. Own One?

[Kenworth W900]

In all seriousness, I'll put down £100 right now to pre-order one - please someone, make some ally tri-cylinders!

[renegadecow]

How about polycarbonate instead of aluminum? Can still take a beating but won't cost as much especially with larger batches.

[WhiteHawksan]

A. Not often enough/whenever I can get the chance

B. Both

C. Sometimes, usually two-tones

D. Primary

E. Second-hand /new/spares

F. TM M3 shorty, De m3 shorty, De m3 fullstock/long

G. Looks, feel, shells, three shots

H. Not enough upgrades (metal bodies!, tightbores, hop-rubbers, upgrade springs)

I. Depends, things like replacement internals, I would expect at AEG prices or a bit above, externally a metal body would be very nice, don't care for trades but something a bit sturdier.

[Rob15]

How about polycarbonate instead of aluminum? Can still take a beating but won't cost as much especially with larger batches.

That's the problem, it'd have to be a large batch (5000+) given the huge expense of injection moulds, machining them should require a much smaller outlay but the price per unit would be higher, if DW can't afford to a run of machined ones there is no way he can afford to get a mould making to do them in a plastic.

[RSM]

Having had a read around the net on disassembly guides, how about some upgraded piston heads for better compression? The stock items appear to be pop on/pop off jobbies.

[DangerWerx]

Having had a read around the net on disassembly guides, how about some upgraded piston heads for better compression? The stock items appear to be pop on/pop off jobbies.

 

Working on it. Piston head + Piston stems

[Horsem4n]

thats cool. i have seen a fair few piston stems break.

[sniperelite7]

The DE copy is utter pap though, couldn't outrange my stream of urine after a night on the pop.

 

But..it was so cheap.

[scorch]

My DE was awesome.

 

Wish I never traded it off, could have made a good base for experimenting.

[HillyOTM]

My DE has never had a problem, but the shells with it broke pretty quickly. I generally use it as a backup in case both gas and electricity fail me, as they so often do. It doesn't get much use at the moment though as it's in pieces so I can shorten it down and replace some of the aesthetic parts. - They're so cheap, that you don't mind turning it into a project if you're a bit bored - if you mess up it won't take much to replace.

[Bando]

the majority of complaints and suggestions say that internals are the way to go and i agree rails are a cool starting point but let me know when i can pump that *badgeress* and not worry im going to break it XD

[Kunlun]

A. How often do you use it?

Allmost all the time in CQB

B. Where do you use it? Field, CQB or both?

Only CQB

C. Are they used often where you play?

Not at all, most people use AEG's or pistols for CQB

D. Is it your primary or secondary?

Primary in CQB

E. Where did you get it?

Belgian airsoft store

F. Which model do you own?

Tokyo Marui M3 Shorty

G. What do you like about the tri-shot series?

Doesn't need any battery or gas, just regular manpower. Always handy to take with you as a backup gun. Shoots good for the fps given.

H. What are your gripes about the shotguns?

Kinda cumbersome to attach a decent flashlight and red dot. Feels too "plastic-y". Not really very usefull in Woodland

I. Given the gun's inexpensive nature ($45 - $80), how much are you willing to spend on accessories for the shotgun, outside of spare shells

Considering I paid nearly $200 for my M3 Shorty I am willing to go up to $50 max.

[Jibbity]

the majority of complaints and suggestions say that internals are the way to go and i agree rails are a cool starting point but let me know when i can pump that *badgeress* and not worry im going to break it XD

 

Agreed, I have actually snapped a DE in half @ the pistol grip, and the one I am a singg now is starting to get all loosy goosy. Perhaps I am too excitable when I play?

[lance201]

Hi,

 

I own all types of the DE M56 Trishots, because they were really cheap, they are reliable and beyond their plastic appearance they look good.

 

To those who have/use the Tri-shot shotguns,

A. How often do you use it?

in CQB situations

B. Where do you use it? Field, CQB or both?

look above

C. Are they used often where you play?

no

D. Is it your primary or secondary?

in CQB often the primary

E. Where did you get it?

from various internet dealer sources

F. Which model do you own?

DE M56 A

DE M56 B

DE M56 AL

DE M56 C

DE M56 DL

G. What do you like about the tri-shot series?

Simple, cheap effectiv

H. What are your gripes about the shotguns?

changing the shell can be alittle be fiddly

I. Given the gun's inexpensive nature ($45 - $80), how much are you willing to spend on accessories for the shotgun, outside of spare shells

only for slings, and stock ammopouches, about 10 Dollar each

 

 

 

Lance

[Kenworth W900]

No sooner had I stopped moaning about the lack of upgrades here the other day than my mate turned up asking for my spares box.

 

He needed an internal frame from an M3 to determine where any extra space could be found. Currently they are sticking to the design of the original tri-cylinder as closely as possible. Apparently he's in the process of perfecting his CAD files. They are having issues modelling the central area of the tri-cylinder where the 3 separate cylinders share wall material with eachother.

 

I will update with any machining progress ASAP. Just the prospect of internal upgrades is exciting

[DangerWerx]

Sweet!

 

Can't wait to set it.

 

Edit:

 

Do they plan on cutting this from a solid block?

[icarus3815]

Damnit!!!

 

Just when i get rid of mine through boredom/lack of parts....

[DangerWerx]

Here is a short clip after the promo shoot.

 

My buddy Steven wanted to see how many pumps he can go before giving out.

 

http://youtu.be/2dOJKODNH4A

[Kunlun]

Any update on this?

[Wingmann]

Actually, I'd be MUCH more interested in quality parts to solve the ACM500 leaking problems (hint, hint) ^^

[DangerWerx]

They are out. 

 

Just no retailers in the Euro area seem to want it carry it. 

 

Shoot me a PM

[WhiteHawksan]

Actually, I'd be MUCH more interested in quality parts to solve the ACM500 leaking problems (hint, hint) ^^

oooh yes.  It leaks from every orifice. repeatedly.

[rockshark]

A. Everytime I play CQB (biweekly at the moment)
B. CQB
C. Not that much, but more and more people seem to get one.
D. Primary
E. Second hand, new one on the way from the net.
F. DE M56B
G. Short, easy going around corners, no battery/gas/..., nice spread for CQB and it works with shells   
H. No upgrade/spare parts. I've got a second one on the way because my first one is starting to failing inside. Biggest problems is the cracking cylinders.
I. I don't think I would buy any more accessoires for it (already glued a rail on it for the reddot), but I would spend between $10 to $25 per spare/upgrade part if this ups the reliability.

[nautilus]

A. How often do you use it?

Every other week in the summer, and every game in the winter.

 

B. Where do you use it? Field, CQB or both?

Both in the Summer, CQB (indoor) in the Winter.

C. Are they used often where you play?

Not very. Pistols predominate, but I love shotties.

D. Is it your primary or secondary?

Primary. I have other shotties (Maruzen's Defender for example) for secondaries, but my M3 is big enough to go primary.

E. Where did you get it?

Local retailer

F. Which model do you own?

TM M3

G. What do you like about the tri-shot series?

It is a shotgun. Purely aesthetic.

H. What are your gripes about the shotguns?

Nozzle fragility.

I. Given the gun's inexpensive nature ($45 - $80), how much are you willing to spend on accessories for the shotgun, outside of spare shells

I have spent in excess of 300 quid on bits for this gun over the years. I love it.

[WillB]

 
A. How often do you use it? - Usually shoot it atleast once a week.
B. Where do you use it? Field, CQB or both? Both. Field as a Secondary sometimes.
C. Are they used often where you play? No.
D. Is it your primary or secondary? CQB - Primary. Field - Secondary
E. Where did you get it? Airsoft GI
F. Which model do you own? UTG M3 Tri-Shot
G. What do you like about the tri-shot series? The simplicity and multi-shots. Also no maintenance and last a long time.
H. What are your gripes about the shotguns? The upper body is a terrible plastic and has snapped in one place on the back.
I. Given the gun's inexpensive nature ($45 - $80), how much are you willing to spend on accessories for the shotgun, outside of spare shells  - Got it for $45, would spend another $45 on Accessories.