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How to Build a Paintball Sniper Rifle the Correct Way

If you want to play well on the paintball field, you must build a paintball sniper rifle the right way.

Paintball Sniper Rifle

The first step in constructing a paintball sniper rifle is to get a mag fed marker that can fire First Strike rounds. A scope (or red dot), a buttstock, and a rifled barrel can all be added to a mag fed marker to boost performance. Once you’ve done that, go through your paintball marker and delete anything that’s unneeded. Your weapon will be even more difficult to detect if it’s covered in some kind of earth-toned substance or camouflage to hide it from the enemy.

Mag Fed Paintball gun:

The Mag Fed is a monetary institution. The paintball gun is the defining characteristic of paintball, but the sport encompasses much more than that. Using a spring to pump paints into the paintball gun after the preceding one is fired is what makes the marker distinct from other paintball guns. For example, magazines can be as small as seven rounds or as large as 100 drums or 350 box magazines, ranging in size from seven to thirty rounds. What gives the style its name is that you load paintballs into your paintball marker this manner.

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First Strike rounds are advertised as having twice the range and twice the accuracy of a regular. And this isn’t an exaggeration. As soon as you fire First Strike bullets, you’ll see paintball take a whole different turn. OSOK’s sniper motto comes to life now that you can take down targets with a single paintball shot from a long distance (One Shot One Kill). Despite the fact that it’s officially OSOE (One Shot One Elimination).

A scope or red dot:

You’ll need a good scope to get the best results. It isn’t necessary to spend hundreds of dollars on a high-end scope when a $20 to $40 scope from a sporting goods store will suffice. The scope can be upgraded later, but for now, a reasonably priced scope will suffice. Practice with the marker, scope, and paint is all that’s left after that. You’ll need to buy First Strike Rounds for this build because they’re the best. Use a range card to practice as much as possible.

High-magnification scopes, starting at 2.5x or above, should be avoided. For paintball, a scope with a 1.5x zoom might be ideal, but they’re hard to come by.

If the scope has a 4-inch eye relief, you can only see the scope from 4-inches away before you tend to lose sight. Paintballers may choose scopes with longer eye relief, such as those referred to as pistol scopes or scout scopes.

When playing paintball sniper, you no longer need to utilize a scope. For paintball, a red dot is completely acceptable and, in many cases, preferable optics. This is especially important if you intend to use your mag-fed paintball gun for purposes other than sniper missions.

Stock:

While a buttstock isn’t a must for snipers, a high-quality buttstock can help stabilize your weapon and improve your precision.

You’ll be in a good position if you pick a marker that comes with a supply. 

Changes to the stock can be made based on your preference for a flexible or foldable stock or a solid stock. It’s possible that an adaptable stock is an ideal option because it can be used by others on the squad and can be adjusted to various gear combinations thanks to its changeable length of pull. When you’re going into a sniping position, having a stock that folds up is convenient. 

Traditionally, folding stocks have been utilized in close-quarters battle (CQB) situations, but they are also well-suited for sniper work.

Increase the length of the rifle’s Barrel:

It’s also critical to go with a barrel that’s going to function well. Standard paint and First Strike Rounds should both be able to be used in the barrel. Flatline barrels can extend their range, but they lack the flexibility of a straight barrel, which is why they’re more commonly used. There is a risk of damaging the fins of the First Strike Round if you use a rifle barrel. As a result, a barrel with a smooth bore is essential. The bore diameter is largely a matter of personal preference, but it can significantly impact range and accuracy. 

The size of the barrel is largely determined by the personal preferences of the intended audience. Remember that this is going to be a sniper platform, so don’t plan on doing any close-up work with it! Perhaps for close-range use it would be more practical to utilize an ordinary marker mounted to a carbine or SMG (SubMachine Gun). The barrel length of this marker affects your accuracy at a distance, making it ideal for sniping. The barrel’s composition is also an important consideration because it might add weight to the marker over time. Additionally, the barrel’s substance might alter the sound signature.

Avoid unwanted weight:

Many paintball snipers make the same mistake of attaching too many attachments to their weapons. When you’re creeping in the woods or holding your marker stationary for long periods of time, this added weight really takes its toll. You’ll wish you had a lightweight paintball gun when you’re playing your first scenario game with your new sniper rifle and you can’t move for more than 10 minutes at a time without revealing your stance to the enemy.

Concealment of paintball gun:

There’s only one thing left to do once your paintball gun has been turned into the perfect sniper rifle. Coating whatever bright or flashy with camouflage cloth can ensure that your paintball pistol doesn’t stand out among the forest foliage.

Concealment material:

Anything from paint to camo-tape to ghillie suit material can be used as a camouflage covering. It’s becoming increasingly common for paintball shooters to wear mesh-based leaf suit materials. These leafy garments are significantly lighter and more concealing in woodland situations.

Conclusion:

To build paintball sniper rifle incorrect way the first step is to purchase mag-fed marker that is enabled to shoot first strike round. Then attach scope and buttstock. Then upgrade to rifle barrel to improve accuracy. Avoid any unnecessary weight and conceal it to paintball gun.