An excellent gun. This is my first AEG and although it is a bit expensive for a first gun, I can assure you that it is worth it. At the showroom, I was planning to purchase an Ares G36c. But after holding both, I could feel the higher quality of the G&G equivalent's externals and considering the much better internals in the G&G rifle, I decided that this would be a better option. This gun has quite a weight to it, which makes it more realistic (although a pain to carry for me (i'm not exactly the Hulk)), as does its 'heavy bolt system' which makes the bolt harder to pull back due to stronger springs on it. It also gives it a brilliant metallic clang when you release the bolt. The sound the gun makes while firing is very solid and clear, unlike my brother's SRC MP5 which makes a horrible spring noise after every shot. Be advised that the gun comes with a 'Mid-Cap' Magazine, so you will need a speedloader. Also, remember that although the manual says that they recommend the use of a 9.6V battery in this gun, Zero One makes all warranties invalid if a 9.6V battery is used in ANY of the guns on their site. Amazing gun overall, however!
