Whats a good solid GBB to purchase?

[Crunchmeister]

I've heard good things about the KWA PTP. If I didn't have a KJW M9 with a bunch of mags already, I'd probably go for one of them.

[kershaw]

Originally Posted by CDN_Stalker

Can't say used or new would be the same or different, just pointing out what I've found recently. And the O-ring issue is a problem with all TM hi-capas, not just used ones, new ones it happens in as well, it's a design flaw, not a flaw of the gun with lots of rounds fired through it.

Yeah but it probably would be an underlying reason as to why its being sold used.
Another question is how can one buy items on this website without relying strictly on blind faith?
How do I figure out who to send money without being scammed?

[Daiviet]

theres the trader ratings under someones name.

you ask a lot of questions man, have you taken a gander at the faq's yet?

Originally Posted by Bob the Angry Potato

TM Hicapa 4.3. Best fucking pistol I've ever used, and it's my 9th.

I had one of those, Only regret was selling it.

[kershaw]

I found a WE 1911 on craigslist for $300, it is all metal is this a quality gun?

[arman]

tm hicapa 5.1 for me!!!!! i use it more than my g36c.... i love my handy!!

[The Saint]

All metal. It's a solid gun for its price, assuming it comes with 2 mags. Otherwise, buy it new from the classifieds.

[Bob the Angry Potato]

Dude, they go for $100 less new in the classifieds. You're verified.

[DrakeHighlander]

Originally Posted by shadowninja

some advise for a guy whos going throught to give his own gun ... stay the f@#$ away from the glock 18c its nothing but bad news

+1 To this. I opened my KSC G18C the first time and put one magazine through it before an internal piece broke off. =\

[BBS]

not only does the 4.3 function well, its a looker as well.

if you're on a budget, you can't go wrong with KWA M9's, glocks (not the full auto versions), USP full size. Oh don't forget KJW's glocks and M9's

[Bob the Angry Potato]

That 4.3 Dual Stainless is the best performing pistol I've ever owned. Only problem is the delicate finish, mine's a tad scratched from aggressive holstering, crawling around with it, etc.

Getting a compensator set shortly, to make it even more retardedly accurate than it already is.

[CuppoJava]

+1 for TM's newer GBB's

Hicapa 5.3/4.3 is the best performing pistol i have ever used.

For glocks, I'd recommend TM's glock 17 over KSC's glock 19.

Stay away from the older KSC glocks, (17, 18c, 23, 34). Reliability Issues abound.

Newer TM P226's has some problems with the slide catch. Not sure if this is resolved yet.

[TokyoSeven]

Its an NBB but one of the best gas guns ever in my opinion.

The TM MK23.

[hattrick]

tm 1911 my fav, only because i am willing to sacrifice some function for looks.

[paramedic]

Originally Posted by hattrick

tm 1911 my fav, only because i am willing to sacrifice some function for looks.

very true, it's sure a classic, and don't really look bad either. if your looking for a reliable and classic gun, TM 1911 FTW.

PS: the real steel version has been used in pretty much every major US conflict last century, still used by some SF unit today