Hey All! Meat here with this week’s review of the JCS Alias MKX Launcher. I have been using my JCS Launcher for going on 3 years, and I am totally stoked about it still!

Before Listing the Pros and Cons, I will explain a bit more about what exactly a Paintball Launcher is, how it is used in a game, and what are the qualities most looked for in a launcher

What is a Paintball Launcher AKA LAW?

A paintball Launcher is really a simple device; much simpler than your average paintball marker. The only really integral parts of the launcher’s design are

• A barrel
• A connection to a power supply (CO2 or HPA)
• A Valve
• A way to operate said Valve.

The basic principle to a paintball launcher is to launch a projectile that, within the rules of the scenario, is capable of disabling or destroying buildings, bridges, bunkers, or the dreaded paintball tank. For most launchers out on the market, the projectile is a Nerf Vortex Pocket rocket. Once the launcher has fired and hit the target (never hit people with a launched Nerf, its against the rules and extremely dangerous!) A ref declares that target destroyed or disabled, and usually calls out anyone within a certain distance of the target. (usually a 20ft dead zone.)

The Paintball LAW has a very profound effect whenever it is used on the field. It turns the user into a serious asset when faced with clearing a structure, destroying a tank, or eliminating some heavily bunkered up players.  However the launcher must be able to hit a target, or else it was a wasted shot. Therefore Accuracy and Range are the key qualities of a Paintball LAW.

Now back to talking about the JCS Launcher!

PROS

• Extremely Accurate. The JCS Launcher’s long barrel and good milling allow it to be very accurate. Capable of hitting a 10 inch tree at 30 yards. and a tank at 100+ Yards.
• Range. Since it is accurate out to 100+ Yards that means it can reach 100+ yards with the proper 45 degree angle.
• Easy to Load. Since the JCS is a breech loading (as opposed to muzzle loading) it is easier to load in the heat of combat. All you have to do is press a button near the muzzle and the whole barrel moves forward and pops up. Allowing you to slip the rocket into the barrel.
• Safe to use. Unlike most  homemade launchers the JCS launcher has its own safety button. This is just like the Safety on your paintball marker, it prevents the launcher’s trigger from being pulled when the safety is in position. Another key safety feature is its breech loading function. Which takes the barrel out of the main firing line, preventing accidental misfires.
• Good ergonomics.The LAW follows millitary convention for shoulder fired weapons. And this means that the LAW is very well designed to be fired accurately

Cons

• Expensive.Unlike most homemade LAWs the JCS launcher is quite expensive,  500 dollars at most.
• Heavy. The JCS launcher weighs approximately 7 pounds, and an extra 7 pounds of weight may put some off from purchasing the JCS, but the JCS launcher also comes with its own sling, free of charge.

Verdict

Confirmed Sainthood. The JCS launcher is the Cream of the LAW Crop. It’s deadly, efficient and accurate. If you have the cash to purchase this launcher I would seriously advise you to do so. It may be expensive, but its entirely worth it. This LAW is confirmed Sainthood. It’s flaws are far surpassed by its successes, its weight and price are both a reflection of its high standard of production. 5 Halos out of 5.

PS: While JCS products reccommend their own rockets as the preferred ammo, I have found that the JCS rockets are terrible for the LAW, and that Nerf Vortex series pocket rockets are much more efficient.