The Autococker has become one of my favorite markers. It is very reliable, dependable, and works all the time. I own two of these and have never had a problem with any of them. Some people complian that a cocker never works out of the box, but I tend to disagree. Autocockers, once they are set, will work in an extremely reliable manner. This gun will shoot both CO2 and compressed air (nitrogen). One aspect that I like in particular is the rate of fire. If you have a quick trigger finger you could probably shoot about 6 to 9 shots per second. But even more amazing than that is the feel of the trigger. It is a light trigger when compared to the Tippmann Prolite and Carbine. But now Tippmann's can have their triggers lightened. The Autococker is usually considered a tournament gun, but has been effective in recreational play as well. The autococker has become a mainstay and many paintball players are now using them. The Autococker is the most highly customizable gun that has crossed my path. Everything from valves, springs, grips, rods, bolts, barrels, regulators, rams, blocks (front and back), trigger, trigger shoe, and body color can be changed. An autococker can cost as little as $350 or as much as $2000 depending on the number and type of modifications. The gun is easy to use and will provide many years of dependable use. I personally like the look of the autococker, some don't like the exposed pnuematics, but some don't. They can be covered with a shroud that comes with the gun.

Price: about $350 new
Looks: 8
Customizability: 10
Durability: 9
Ease of use: 9
Out-of-the-box readiness: 9
Over all rating: 8