If you've recently played your first game of paintball, you're probably feeling very enthusiastic about buying your very own paintball gun.

There are a number of things you should watch out for when purchasing your first paintball gun. First of all, get educated. Read up on the makes and brands that you are interested in or have played paintball with. Find out how that model compares to the other models available.

The four big names in paintball guns are Tippmann, Kingman, WGP and Smart Parts. You will see these makers and they all make high quality guns that are great for everyone from the newest beginner to the most seasoned of paintball pros. Each has special features and you just need to determine what features are important to your individual playing style.

Do your homework and research the guns you have played with and try to rent or borrow a few different models of paintball guns before you commit to a purchase, that way you are sure to be much happier with the gun you buy as your very first paintball gun.

Think about where you play. If you play paintball in a closed area, a flashy gun won't matter. However, if you play your paintball games in the woods, a gun with a lot of shiny parts may look cool but the glint off your gun will make you stand out like a sore thumb and any paintball game you play won't last very long for you.

After you purchase your gun, take the time to learn to maintain it. Your paintball gun is an investment in your recreational fun and you want to get the most out of it. The ProSeries Care Products will go a long way to keeping not only the barrel of your paintball gun in tiptop shape, they have cleaner for your goggles too!

Now that you know the basics, do a little research at Total Paintball Gear and get the gun that best fits your playing style!