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Yeah, as long as you don't try to take your new purchase apart and fiddle as soon as you get it, then things should be fine. Basic upkeep (lube etc) will keep your guns going for a good while.

As far as Brand names are concerned, CA has come leaps and bounds as far as QC is concerned in the last few years, so unless you are terribly unlucky you don't really have to worry about getting a lemon. If you like the look of a certain type of weapon check out the review section to see who says what about the diff brands.