echo1 has upgraded internals making it more reliable doesn't it?

I just spoke to a guy whos a cop and hes teling me its not illegal to bring the echo 1 gun over by anymeans, canadian customs just doesnt like it because it looks like a real gun and have the option to take and destroy the gun but will not press charges...:S

Yes the echo 1 comes with a gearbox a little bit stronger then the Tm supossibly and CA gears.

I've read that somewhere as well, the Echo is basically a JG, but they upgrade the internals a little and have better QA.

I've got an Echo G36C coming to me in a couple of days, I'll let you know how it runs.

my cousins JG has Lasted longer then his Brothers Echo1 M4

The upgraded internals include a higher rated spring, and I assume steel bushings. As for gearbox quality, the TM GB is built to a much higher standard, much better QC, and I would trust the TM gearbox over a JG one anyday. I've heard that most of the China guns are shimmed and greased pretty badly, and both should be re-done in short order if one wants the gun to last.

would you trust a JG/ECHO with a drop in system M120 mechbox or a TM? Tm's last since they are only shooting 280, put in a M110 or 120 with nothing else and you will see problems-for the same money I think I would rather have the systema internals with a metal RIS. You are right that the shimming/grease should be checked.

when i hold my cousins JG and his Brother Echo1 JG feels Heavier

An Echo/JG costs about 2/3 the price of a TM. I agree with trevor in that if you plan on upgrading the internals, you're better off with an Echo/JG as they are cheaper and the money you save can go towards upgrades. Echo/JG are compatible with aftermarket parts afterall.

Irrelevant.

It is a punishable offense to try and import prohibited items.

Or smuggle...

+1 to the both of you!

andrew, I know we all seems like such jerks but I mean, we all want cheap goods, hell I'd do it if it wasn't illegal. Think from that view point. Everyone here knows more about importing replica guns so we try to warn others about it and by reading the FAQs, it will give you a good idea of how the importing laws work within Canada; not to mention nobody here will sell you guns if you're not age verified.

so true, but if your parents are gonna be buying you a gun, it all comes down to what looks good to you and what your style of shooting is, but TM makes quality AEGs from what ive heard, so maybe save up for one of those... you cant go to an event until you have all your gear anyways, but if you save up and buy a quality gun, it will be that much more satisfying to upgrade it and take it into combat.
just buy one you love, spare no expense, and upgrade and personalise the shit out of it if you can

you can hit up games with just a gun and play in civs. May stick out in the woody part, but fun to play.

Please do not encourage illegal behavior. I mean, you can all do what ever you want, but your parents can't legally transfer you a replica as a minor.

Getting guns while being a minor is more than just borrowing daddy's credit card.