some great feedback guys.. and pretty much what i expected.. "They are both crap.. "
Let's put it this way.. i'm a rather decent gun tech and love upgrading my guns. I've already got my eyes on a full metal Trigger box and PDI Hop up unit.. as well as improved metal cylinder, spring guide, piston set. (And of course a TB Inner Barrel)
upgrading the gun goes without saying.. i only buy cheaper guns so that i can upgrade the hell out of them.
So i guess the question is what is the better 'base platform' for upgrading?
While i'd love to own a Maruzen or TM .. i don't see a whole lot of them around town for sale.. and especially for a measly $150 brand new.