I have a Bigshot barrel in the 8' size. Question is if I get the 12' version, will it improve the range on my shots. I mean I know it should improve it but will it be a big difference is basically what im asking.

it will not improve your range. just the accuracy. if you want more range, id suggest an apex tip

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Tippmann A-5 "Tweek"; 14" J&J Ceramic, polished internals.

I'm with kirknd4spd.

I have a 12" Lapco Bigshot on my A-5. Didn't increase my range, but sure tightened up the grouping. Worth the investment, in my opinion.

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Yeah, well I'm gonna build my own paintball field! With blackjack aaaaannd hookers! Actually, forget the paintball field, and the blackjack. Ahhhh screw the whole thing!

i have a couple team mates who have these barrels. it increased their effective range. If you guys think about what you're saying it actually makes sense. You're saying that it gives you a tighter grouping, well the 8" has just as tight a grouping, but at shorter distances. The 12" has the same grouping, but with a little more reach than the 8". The 8" and 12" are made the exact same way therefor they produce the exact same results, but at different distances.

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Zulu is right on the money...I have both barrels and they shoot exactly the same....I just get a slightly longer range out of the 12".

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well I do have a 12' J&J Ceramic that I bought when I 1st got the gun. It works fine and I'll just stick with that. Save some money anyway. Does anyone have a J&J vs a Bigshot 12'...Hows the differences?