As with anything, when you are looking to buy something for the first time it is always important to do some research. This is especially true when you are in the paintball pistols buying market. Their are lots of different types of paintball pistols, some of which convert to riffles and some that don’t. Do some investigating on the internet and research plastic barrels vs metal. How long can you expect it to last? How many people have reported complaints about the pistol you are considering? Try to look at pricing as well as customer feedback. The prices can vary greatly, so it is important to have a budget in mind.