Daniel Defense MK18 RIII 10.3" Replica - Black [EMG]

Replica received a few days ago, first impressions are as follows:
Very solid, well built without tolerances(stock little wobbly when extended,easy fix).
Paint looks really durable with very nice finish(mine came with a small imperfection on left side under rear sight,looks like some chemical drop damaged paint,not easily noticeable)
Performance wise, it shoots perfect,powerfully,motor and shimming sound perfect, flat trajectory(hop up does the job) and rate of fire is wow for stock replica!
Time will tell but in conclusion a bit pricey but well worth it replica...Dd all the way!

I purchased this replica about a week ago. It's worth mentioning that this is my first replica, and I'm relatively new to airsoft. However, I would still expect that a replica of this kind would be operational right out of the box. Unfortunately, that was not the case.

Pros:

- The replica looks fantastic and feels very sturdy.

Cons:

- There were no instructions provided. It took me a while to figure out how to install the battery (you need to press the button on the stock).
- The product was in disarray upon arrival. The motor was displaced to the extent that it sounded like there was a serious issue. I couldn't pinpoint the problem, but my friends did. At one point during my first actual use, the motor became completely displaced, and the replica stopped functioning. Thankfully, a friend helped me reattach the motor, but the damage had been done.
- There seems to be an issue with the electronics. The replica frequently shuts down, and I have to reset it by reinstalling the battery. I've since learned that CYMA stock internals may not perform well with an 11.1V battery, but I wish I had known that beforehand.
- The inner barrel was slightly loose, and its movement likely caused it to bend slightly.
- The hop-up is so stiff that it essentially requires a screwdriver to adjust.

I am really disappointed with the overall quality of the gun, and I regret not returning it before getting it serviced, which likely voided my warranty. If you're searching for your first replica, you might want to consider other options.