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So I saw someone asking "I got a gun magazines and plate carrier what do I get next?" and figured I'd help this person out (you know who you are :P ) and just get this basic primer out for future reference. I'm basing this on my previous experience starting out, and is placed in the order of how you should time/plan your purchases. There is no real timetable on this but take your time or your wallet will scream bloody murder. I could have sworn I saw a thread like this, but it must be titled differently. Mods, please delete if this is redundant.

 

Here are you want to get BEFORE stepping on the field. These are NOT optional:

 

Minimum ANSI Z87 rated goggles. At the very least get surplus ESS or Revision goggles. These are easily available on eBay. Ask us if you're unsure. You absolutely should not compromise on this.

Mesh face mask - some people don't. If you're 14 years or something, get one. We will not apologize to your mom for getting your tooth shot out. When you're older you can make a choice whether to wear one or not.

Quality, comfortable boots, waterproof boots (thanks to Starblade).

Comfortable socks

 - don't cheap out on any of the above.

Gloves - because you don't want to cut your hands pulling some thistle aside, or God forbid, poison ivy

Tetanus shot (see above)

Good attitude

Cellphone (hope you don't have to make a call)

 

Game essentials:

 

WATER - at least 2 liters for a day game. Doesn't have to be in a hydrobladder. Old fashioned canteens or Nalgenes still work great. Recommend also a few bottles of water and sports drink like Gatorade. For hot days, I recommend a few bottles of Pedialyte as well.

Your gun (duh) - recommend that you start with AEGs.

Batteries, of course. I recommend two of each.

Magazines (recommend midcaps, at least 4)

Red rags (at least 2)

BBs (recommend .25g biodegradable)

Something to carry your gear with: It doesn't have to be a plate carrier. I recommend a tactical vest of light H-harness to begin with, before moving on to bulkier plate carriers and whatnot. Some of the best airsofters I know go very light. Obviously if you've been in the military you're more likely to be comfortable or familiar with a plate carrier.

Camo - get two sets, one in green and another in tan (unless you're absolutely set on going one color).

Small LED flashlight - a cheap $5 one will do, for when you drop something in the dark or on the carpet at Chill N Grill

Dump pouch

Energy/protein bars. Don't be the kid who eats MREs for lunch during a 6-hour game. The constipation that follows isn't worth it.

Did I mention water? You'll need that for hydration and washing down those energy bars.

Electrical tape - good stuff!

Wristwatch - get a cheap one. It sucks to have a screen shot out on a expensive watch

Bug spray
Anti-fog wipes

 

Optional items - items you can get once you're used to airsofting and decide to invest more time and money in

 

More magazines

Plate carrier

Another gun

Sidearm - any people make the mistake of buying a sidearm outright. Don't worry about it. Some veteran airsofters don't.

More mags (up to you)

Optics (surprisingly expensive, so low priority)

Red signal light for night games (recommend that you get used to day games first)

Gun upgrades - start with barrel/bucking/hopup upgrades first. For most people, that's all that's needed.

A decent radio (absolute last in this list)

 

Luxury items - you don't really need this, but if you had the money to spare:

 

Taclight - even replica lights can be pricey

Action camera (one kid bought a cam outright last year. Still haven't seen him in a game since).

A really nice, military-grade radio (see video camera)

High-end gear (seriously folks, if you just airsoft, Condor does the job 99% of the time)

 

That said, this is a general guide. I'm sure you'll still have questions. On that note, there are legitimate questions, and there are questions that'll just get you trolled. A bad question is: "What gun should I get?" A good question is: "The ICS M4 is the same price as the G&G M4, which one should I get?" - which a lot of the folks here would give you helpful pros and cons of each.

 

Good luck!

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Great post TP. 

If i were to change a few things it would be:

 

to add that "Waterproof" boots are a must. nothing sucks more than wet socks all day. 

Change radio to "Optional". Its a great investment and i would definitely not consider it a "luxury item"

 

other than that, well put together. 

Also, i lost it at "I'm-a-14-yr-old Codsofter"

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to add that "Waterproof" boots are a must. nothing sucks more than wet socks all day. 

 

Change radio to "Optional". Its a great investment and i would definitely not consider it a "luxury item"

 

 

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Great post man, hopefully this will help answer some of the newer players questions. 

 

Now if only we can get them to use the search feature or read things...

 

"READ WORDS KIDS" -Megamind

 

~Joker

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You know what is equally effective at holding water in at keeping water out? --waterproof boots. Broken in boots that fit correctly and have some level of ankle support are better than just owning waterproof boots.

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MUST haves

wrist watch !!! get a cheap one. sucks to have a screen shot out on a expensive watch

ANTI FOG

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Cant stress good attitude enough. It really ruins the good time when people are pissy for no reason or just negative about everything the entire time.

 

Airsoft pro tip: If you put a good attitude into the game, even if things arent going very well, the game will end up being much better than you thought it would be.

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Never EVER call out an opponent, but ALWAYS help your battlebuddy with hit calling ;)

Never an issue calling your own out, but it is HIGHLY UNPROFESSIONAL to call an opposing player out.

 

Excellent post!!! This should be on ALL forums in the FAQ.

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Never EVER call out an opponent, but ALWAYS help your battlebuddy with hit calling ;)

Never an issue calling your own out, but it is HIGHLY UNPROFESSIONAL to call an opposing player out.

 

Excellent post!!! This should be on ALL forums in the FAQ.

 

To expand on that, if you think you're hit, call it.

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Rule of thumb: When in doubt, call it out.

 

If the guy you are shooting at isn't calling his hits, like previously stated, do not call him out. Rather, bring the player to the attention of the EO/refs and let them handle it.

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Just in case, I´ll mention two elements you CANNOT be cheap, ever. The first one is eye protection. Don´t be cheap and get something that does not fog too much and that keeps your eyes safe. Both are equally important; the eye protection should deflect bb´s, but it´s also important to be able to see, heavy fogged goggles are the best way to trip and get injuried.

 

Boots are the other crucial element. Get a good pair that is comfortable and keeps your feet in good condition. Ankle protection, keeping fungi out and preventing injuries on your feet is crucial too.

 

No matter what you do, you´ll need your eyes and feet, so be sure to keep both protected.

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Has anyone ever played games while it was hailing? Just curious... xD

Next game ill bring the 60.....  Its kind of a simulator 

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