[Kozzie]

In stock form the TM should outlast the KJW. However, if you're most concerned with realism, than you should get the KJW. The TM's feel and look surprisingly great, the superior quality and tolerances really show. But a metal pistol is just going to feel more realistic. The KJW isn't going to shoot like shit and fall apart in a week (assuming you don't get a lemon). You'll get 80+% of the performance. Arguably you don't need crazy effective range out of a pistol anyway.

But, my best advice to you is to wait on the pistol, honestly there's no rush. Most people rarely even use their pistols. Get your primary, attend a few games and ask the guys if you can fondle their piece.. maybe phrase it differently.. or don't.. I'm not your mom. Chances are good you'll find a TM there and you can compare it to a metal pistol or at least get your hands on some of what's out there so you can make a more informed decision. When I first started playing I hated the Idea of plastic pistols. Now I've sold all my metal pistols and run a stock TM.

I think that's a good general rule. Go out to a game or two first before you buy anything. Try to rent or borrow a primary if you can. You can see everything first hand, ask direct questions and get a much better sense of things. Most guys love show and tell with their kit. Don't be in such a rush to buy things just because you don't want to look like a noob. I wish someone told me that, probably wouldn't have listened but I wish someone tried. I would have made some better decisions for myself and saved myself some cash.