Tippmann X7 Phenom Electro Pneumatic Paintball Marker Gun

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Product Description

Tippmann X7 Phenom We have the Tippmann X7 Phenom in ready to ship. We are excited to officially release the Tippmann Phenom , a next-generation .68 caliber paintball marker thats truly in a class of its own. The unmatched benefits of this new electro pneumatic marker include improved air efficiency, superior accuracy, manual or electronic firing and the flexibility to use either CO2 or compressed air. The heart of the Phenom is Tippmanns patented FlexValve Technology, a brand new technology that is not available on any other paintball marker. The Tippmann X7 Phenom FlexValve operates below 300 PSI for improved air efficiency, giving players more than 1,400 shots from a single 68 cubic-inch, 4500 PSI tank. Also, with its Spool Valve Design, recoil is virtually eliminated for significantly-enhanced accuracy. The searless design of the Phenom also incorporates fewer wear parts, making maintenance easier than ever. And, even though the Phenom is three inches shorter than the standard X7, it will still accept more than 20 current X7 mods and upgrades, including the popular Flatline barrel. Tippmann X7 Phenom - Features New compact and lightweight aluminum body Streamlined design with internal gasline and no cocking handle Pushpin construction for easy field stripping Tippmann X7 Phenom All-metal trigger for enhanced stability Magnetically activated hall effect electronics Redesigned Cyclone Feed System paddles that feed up to 20 balls-per-second without batteries Tippmann X7 Phenom Picatinny top rail to easily add new sights and handles Air-thru stock compatibility Internal regulator with new external-velocity adjustment 9.5 high performance stone-honed barrel Tippmann Phenom Removable rear and front sights 2-Year Warranty Made in the U.S.A.

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 13 x 13 x 5 inches ; 6 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• ASIN: B002VZY7QK
• Item model number: 0016150
  

Product Features

• Tippmann® X-7 Phenom paintball marker
• Model Number: T130001
• FlexValve™ Technology: Operates below 300 PSI for improved air efficiency, giving players more than 1,400 shots from a single 68 cubic-inch, 4500 PSI tank
• Compact and lightweight aluminum body
• Spool Valve Design virtually eliminates recoil

 

Tippmann X7 Phenom Electro Pneumatic Paintball Marker Gun

 

Customer Reviews

This is THE woodsball marker.
I haven't been out on a field with this yet, but I've messed around with it in the backyard just to test it out. This gun is beautiful. I have had the pleasure of firing a Tippmann 98 Custom, A5, X7 (with E-grip), and now this.
First off, the changes:
- The included e-grip is much better then the add-on for the previous X7. First off, the marker is not solely based on battery power. When in semi-auto mode, the gun fires without battery usage. When you flip to full-auto mode, you go into the e-grip functions of the gun without having to use an allen wrench to click on the power on the grip like with previous e-grips. So you don't need to worry about the battery dying on you on the field.
- The flex valve has been completely changed (seemingly reversed) for a much smoother operation with easy access to velocity adjustment and no need to ever cock the gun.
- The gun is more compact then the previous X7 model.
- The smaller magazine is much much better then the previous X7 model. With the smaller design and the better spacing from the trigger, this eliminates the need for the shroud or a handle to hold onto the gun.
Second off, BUY THIS.
I tested the gun out with 500 paintballs in a matter of 15 minutes or so. The gun pumped out in semi auto, 3 burst, and full auto modes without a hitch. Not a single paintball burst and all the shots were very consistent in velocity and accuracy.
I 100% suggest purchasing Paintball BT Apex Tippmann A-5 A5 Adjustable Barrel to go with this gun. The A5, X7 and X7 Phenom all have the same barrel threading, so no need for extra barrels. The APEX is unmatched though and you will not regret the purchase.
One odd thing about the Phenom compared to the X7 is that the barrel shroud doesn't allow for custom barrels. If you want a custom barrel, you need to remove the shroud. This doesn't bother me at all, since I don't need the shroud (I don't believe much in accessories other then a decent barrel).
UPDATE
Upon taking this out for a weekend, I learned that the gun has a small air leak. I researched on the internet and found that a lot of the Phenom's have leaks in various places. The gist of it is that Tippmann is definitely working out the kinks in the factory line. A lot of people had luck by taking the gun apart, cleaning and regreasing the gun, and then tightening everything.
I wasn't that lucky and I found that my leak was coming from the gas line that runs through the handle. I called Tippmann service and they were very quick to help, sending me a replacement piece. When I put it in, the gun ran perfectly.
I will not change my review from 5 stars for this. All products, from electronics to clothing to paintball markers, have initial problems while the factories get used to producing them. The fact that Tippmann was so quick to fix my issue with no questions asked and no charge to me proves that they are a great company. After replacing the one part, the gun shot like a dream.
UPDATE AUG 22 2010
I'm dropping my review down to a 4 star... Possibly soon to be zero stars. The marker has a severe design flaw in the gas line. My replacement line has sprung a leak now in the same spot as my previous line. I searched the internet and there are tons of users reporting the same issue now.
The marker produces a pinhole leak that grows over time where two parts are soldered together on the gas line, right at the bottom of the marker's handle.
I'm calling Tippmann tomorrow to get another new gas line and I'm going to question if they've solved these problems. If I get another busted gas line then I plan to sell the marker and get an X7 with an e-grip instead of the Phenom.
I've only been able to produce around 4 hours of successful field game play with this marker so far without a leak. I've had to use borrowed markers for several games now due to the leaking issues. My teammates have now given me the nickname "leaky."
UPDATE FEB 15 2010
It appears that I just had a flawed marker from the start. I went through 4 gas lines and a shipment to Tippmann before specifically being contacted by their Research ; Development team about my marker. They were very interested in finding out why I was having continued issues.
They noted that the initial gas lines were problematic and that they have contacted the factory that provides them and have worked out the flaw in the line. They had me send in my marker and air tank so that they could test everything in R;D to find any flaws with my marker specifically. Aside from a stripped screw, they couldn't find any problems with my marker, so they sent it back along with a couple spare gas lines so that I wouldn't have to wait for them to send me new ones in case they leaked again.
Anyway, I took my marker out in November for a weekend scenario. I found that it wasn't leaking, but it was chopping shots and blowing through air quickly. The shots were inconsistent and any mode aside from semi-auto was producing lobbed balls after a short burst of rounds. I contacted Tippmann and told them that it's time to replace the marker. They were glad to help and sent me a refurbished Phenom.
I've taken my refurb out a couple times now and it has had no issues with air or lobbing / chopping balls. The shots are a little inconsistent as far as aim goes when compared to previous Tippmann markers I've owned or used, but this could just be from the cold weather. I will know for sure once I get it out this spring and summer. Either way, I'm happy to have this marker again and all the positives that I initially wrote about it stand true.
Tippmann has been INCREDIBLE through the process. I have never had to send in anything for replacement before, and despite my constant contact with them over this marker, they have been incredible. They are incredibly quick and helpful. Every time I sent in my marker, they would send me back some gifts for my trouble. I was even sent a "prototype" trigger for the Phenom. It ended up just being a regular trigger that was black, but I still appreciated it since the bright silver stock trigger is a rather odd choice.
My review is staying at 4 stars.

I really love the marker - there are many good reviews on the internet so I'll let you read those for details. Some things I'll confirm: it really doesn't have recoil, it shoots VERY smooth. I've been using the stock barrel and it is shooting very nicely. (I'm going to snag a barrel kit shortly.) Depending on the field you may need to adjust the settings of the e trigger (some fields aren't fond of the default semi/full automatic setting) or just go with the old standby mechanical mode (which works very well.) The gun feels good, comes in a very TIGHT package, but if you need or want a longer weapon you're more than well aware you can customize the heck out of this unit. I have ZERO regrets about buying this weapon and I bought it through Amazon / Doro Sports and the experience has been perfect as far as the purchase.
Summary: If you are considering the X7p, stop considering it and buy it - there is no way you will be anything but satisfied with the marker if it has the feature set that interests you.