Paintball guns sometimes break and it's a good idea to go to the field with some tools so you can get yours shooting pretty if there's a problem. You don't need to bring you whole workshop, but a few tools will always come in handy.
1. Allen Wrenches (Hex Keys)
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Most paintball guns are opened with Allen wrenches, but different guns need different sizes so it's nice to have a complete set. I use a complete set of both standard and metric wrenches. Do yourself a favor and get some nice Allen wrenches that won't bend or strip the first time you use them.
2. Screwdrivers (Phillips and Flat Head)
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After Allen wrenches, screw drivers are the next most common tool for getting into your gun. They are also helpful in pushing and prodding parts into place. A standard sized Phillips and standard sized flathead will work well or simply get one screwdriver with adjustable heads.
3. Needle-nose Pliers
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You often need to reach in and grab and adjust parts and needle-nose pliers are perfect for the job. They also are helpful for removing old o-rings.
4. Crescent Wrench
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When you need to remove an air line or fitting, a simple crescent wrench is all you need. Standard wrenches work even better, but a crescent wrench fits much better in your tool box.
5. Gun Oil or Gun Grease
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Whenever you clean a paintball gun you need to make sure that it is re-lubricated afterwards. Most guns can use either gun oil or gun grease, but some guns require a special kind of lube, so read your manual and get what you need.
6. O-Rings
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Many problems can be fixed with just a new o-ring. Most guns use a standard size o-ring, but check your manual to see if you need something other than the standard size.
7. Teflon Tape
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If you have to replace an air line or fitting it's a good idea to re-wrap the threads when you screw it back in.
