The real cost of Canadian 0.2g bbs

Micleo · August 27th, 2009, 18:37

I've just recently been doing a bunch of research on bbs, and where to get high-quality ones for a decent price. I've done the math, and I've figured out the cost per shot for the following CANADIAN retailers: I personally believe in supporting these Canadian companies, although more expensive. These prices do not include any extra fees. This list is mostly for people who want small to medium amounts of general use 0.2 gram bbs at a time, from close, possibly local retailers.

- Velocity arms: 0.798 cents per shot
- BB Bastard: 0.5 cents per shot
- Airsoft Parts: 0.5 cents per shot
- MTMFG: 0.479 cents per shot (Best deal for non-bio bbs, in general. Best deal for large orders, as low as 0.4 cents/shot)
- Buyairsoft: 0.49 cents per shot (For 5000 count bag)
- Mach 1 Airsoft: 0.6 cents per shot (Bio)
- 007 Airsoft: 0.766 cents per shot (Averaged)
- A&A Airsoft: 0.65 cents per shot (Averaged)

Now, I have done a small amount of research on total costs. (Shipping, taxes, etc.). These are the most and least expensive out of what I just listed:

Lowest Price - MTMFG - I am going to be getting all of my bbs from them.
Here is what I will get, and what I think is a great deal:
http://www.mtmfg.ca/product/metal-te...-pack-1737.cfm

Highest Price - Velocity Arms - These bbs are highly recommended, but are extremely expensive. They are nearly double the price of Metal Tech BBs, and nearly EIGHT times the price of some over-seas high-quality bbs!

Now, please, retailers, don't take any of this offensively, like I'm bashing you or anything. I'm simply stating the facts as they are.

Once again, I hope all of you find this useful, and please comment, or ask questions if needed! Thanks

CDN_Stalker · August 27th, 2009, 18:55

Won't get me straying from the Bastards, period!

Micleo · August 27th, 2009, 19:09

Quote:

Originally Posted by CDN_Stalker

Won't get me straying from the Bastards, period!

Yeah, I've heard they perform well. What do you think?

ujiro · August 27th, 2009, 19:12

Quote:

Originally Posted by CDN_Stalker

Won't get me straying from the Bastards, period!

Massive +1

share_the_pain · August 27th, 2009, 19:15

A comparison is nice, just needs more details.

For example, you should compare other weights of BBs; I know that BB Bastard 0.25s are the same as the 0.20s, but other companies are more expensive.

Also, while VA 0.20s may be the most expensive for a single bag, they are much cheaper if you do a large group order of 12+ bags (good for retailers, airsoft teams, etc), which end up costing only 0.464 cents/shot.

Quote:

Originally Posted by CDN_Stalker

Won't get me straying from the Bastards, period!

Also +1.

IceTray · August 27th, 2009, 19:27

Despite it not being listed, still gonna stick with Madbull, lol.
Nice to see such an elaborate comparison though, gives people a general bit of information that was otherwise not readily available.

Amos · August 27th, 2009, 19:35

Metal Tech may be the cheapest... But I had probably close to 40 complaints of people having ridiculous jamming issues. I can't blame ALL of those on metal tech BB's due to the sandy environment... But after that experience.. Metal Tech BB's are a no-go for me.

It's too bad that the people @ Metal Tech have such great customer service and are very polite and easy to talk to

they saved the day for me... But their product isn't very good

Forever_kaos · August 27th, 2009, 20:49

I got 10 bags of Bastard .25's sitting in my room with me

I love them to death, er killing?

Ronan · August 27th, 2009, 21:22

BB Bastard ftw.

HaZarD SFD · August 27th, 2009, 21:58

BB Bastard .28 FTMFW. Never found anything else perform better than a .28 BB Special.

baker_Jeff · August 27th, 2009, 22:20

No price reviews on your very own local retailer?

theguy · August 27th, 2009, 23:41

Bastards are Win for sure, But, when looking at velocity arms prices, they are wayy cheaper if you buy them in bulk. It says so on their site.

pusangani · August 27th, 2009, 23:57

what about Cool Guy Airsoft and Shao Armory's Sekito BB's?
$15 for 4000 is a good price too!

/shameless plug

theguy · August 27th, 2009, 23:58

Quote:

Originally Posted by pusangani

what about Cool Guy Airsoft and Shao Armory's Sekito BB's?
$15 for $4000 is a good price too!

/shameless plug

Wait, Wait...

You will sell me four thousand Dollars for only 15 dollars?!

Sweet Jesus!
Get me Some of Thats!!

scubasteve · August 28th, 2009, 00:01

I'm sticking with the bastards

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August 27th, 2009, 18:37	#1
Micleo Trader rating Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Edmonton, Alberta	The real cost of Canadian 0.2g bbs I've just recently been doing a bunch of research on bbs, and where to get high-quality ones for a decent price. I've done the math, and I've figured out the cost per shot for the following CANADIAN retailers: I personally believe in supporting these Canadian companies, although more expensive. These prices do not include any extra fees. This list is mostly for people who want small to medium amounts of general use 0.2 gram bbs at a time, from close, possibly local retailers. - Velocity arms: 0.798 cents per shot - BB Bastard: 0.5 cents per shot - Airsoft Parts: 0.5 cents per shot - MTMFG: 0.479 cents per shot (Best deal for non-bio bbs, in general. Best deal for large orders, as low as 0.4 cents/shot) - Buyairsoft: 0.49 cents per shot (For 5000 count bag) - Mach 1 Airsoft: 0.6 cents per shot (Bio) - 007 Airsoft: 0.766 cents per shot (Averaged) - A&A Airsoft: 0.65 cents per shot (Averaged) Now, I have done a small amount of research on total costs. (Shipping, taxes, etc.). These are the most and least expensive out of what I just listed: Lowest Price - MTMFG - I am going to be getting all of my bbs from them. Here is what I will get, and what I think is a great deal: http://www.mtmfg.ca/product/metal-te...-pack-1737.cfm Highest Price - Velocity Arms - These bbs are highly recommended, but are extremely expensive. They are nearly double the price of Metal Tech BBs, and nearly EIGHT times the price of some over-seas high-quality bbs! Now, please, retailers, don't take any of this offensively, like I'm bashing you or anything. I'm simply stating the facts as they are. Once again, I hope all of you find this useful, and please comment, or ask questions if needed! Thanks __________________ - M. Leonardo S.P.E.A.R. "Mercy Is Dead" Last edited by Micleo; August 27th, 2009 at 18:42..

August 27th, 2009, 18:55	#2
CDN_Stalker Official ASC Bladesmith Trader rating Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Ottawa, Ont.	Won't get me straying from the Bastards, period! __________________ STKR Knives http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/STK...17036668380871

August 27th, 2009, 19:27	#6
IceTray Majestic Mornings rocking it like a Queen Trader rating Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Windsor, ON	Despite it not being listed, still gonna stick with Madbull, lol. Nice to see such an elaborate comparison though, gives people a general bit of information that was otherwise not readily available. __________________ I support Capital Airsoft! For anyone looking for age verification in the Windsor region: Unfortunately, I will only be verifying people at games, I am currently unable to run around and setup meetings.

August 27th, 2009, 19:35	#7
Amos Trader rating Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Japan	Metal Tech may be the cheapest... But I had probably close to 40 complaints of people having ridiculous jamming issues. I can't blame ALL of those on metal tech BB's due to the sandy environment... But after that experience.. Metal Tech BB's are a no-go for me. It's too bad that the people @ Metal Tech have such great customer service and are very polite and easy to talk to they saved the day for me... But their product isn't very good __________________ Custom Builds: FA3674U Krinkov G3SD6

August 27th, 2009, 20:49	#8
Forever_kaos Trader rating Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Mississauga.	I got 10 bags of Bastard .25's sitting in my room with me I love them to death, er killing? __________________ Johann Hansen. 1./SS-Pz-Gren. Rgt. 20. 9th SS Hohenstaufen. Ontario's Largest WW2 re-enactment. OP Woodsman. Join us!

August 27th, 2009, 21:58	#10
HaZarD SFD Trader rating Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Ottawa	BB Bastard .28 FTMFW. Never found anything else perform better than a .28 BB Special. __________________ No Comment.

August 27th, 2009, 22:20	#11
baker_Jeff Trader rating Join Date: May 2008 Location: Edmonton, AB	No price reviews on your very own local retailer? __________________ Founder of Capital Airsoft in Edmonton Out of the Game 04/22/16

August 27th, 2009, 23:57	#13
pusangani Official ASC "Dumb Ass" Trader rating Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Scarbrah, Ontario	what about Cool Guy Airsoft and Shao Armory's Sekito BB's? $15 for 4000 is a good price too! /shameless plug __________________ Last edited by pusangani; August 28th, 2009 at 00:03.. Reason: lol oops

August 28th, 2009, 00:01	#15
scubasteve Trader rating Join Date: Aug 2008	I'm sticking with the bastards

The real cost of Canadian 0.2g bbs

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