My 98 custom had no problems coming right out of the box. I gassed her up and shot a few balls.

Accuracy:

My first observation was that the stock barrel stunk. It was really terrible. I suggest to anyone who buys a 98 custom to get an after market barrel A.S.A.P. It shot a cluster of six balls in an 8-inch group at 50 feet. The stock barrel also broke a ton of balls. I was using PMI Premium paint too. Which usually has a tougher shell then smart paint ECT.

(Durability was ranked a month after opening the 98c)

Durability:

I loved this markers durability. It went threw mud, rain, and cold over the first month I had it. That was after Christmas when I first got it and opened it up. It has taken only one scratch do to my �parent dropping a screwdriver on it!� But no harm done on the field or while sliding in bunkers and crawling threw bushes.

Cleaning:

The 98 has no quick disconnect pin so you�re in trouble if you and a ball chop on the field. It is held together by various screws. This takes time to take the screws out and clean the marker. The first time I did it took me 10 min! Now, after time, I can clean it in 4 min.

Over all I like this new 98 it has some spots already ready for upgrades and that's what I like. A marker I can keep around a while! I rate this marker a 10 out of 10. I love it!

Cycle Rate 11RPS

Caliber .68 ~ Standard Barrel Length 8.5�

Action SEMI Automatic (Open Bolt Blow Back) Sniper Barrel n/a

Power CO2-standard 9 oz. cylinder

Length - Overall (with no tank and standard barrel) 19.625�

Magazine Capacity 150+

Weight (without tank) 2.9 lbs

CO2 Capacity 500+ shots per (standard) 9 oz. cylinder

Effective Range 150+ ft.