STarting money

[Kuro_Neko]

Gloves are a good idea. A helmet isn't really necessary except for looks.

Kuro_Neko

[Loathing]

Well, it sitting there so might as well use it. Got plenty to choose from in terms of headgear already so that isn't an issue for me.

[deezel]

$1000 minimum IMO, 1K will load you up nicely between gear and a decent AK. Do not rush into any purchases, take your time and do your research. Talk to a airsoft gunsmith as well when you narrow down your choice between two models, pick his brain as far as durability, upgradability, replacement parts availability. I admit I rushed head first into it and made a few mistakes, luckly not costly mistakes

Absolute essentials:
Gun
Goggles
Boots
1 - Battery (in decent shape or 2 if there iffy)
Good charger (do not trust those chargers that come with, they suck huge)
camel back (depends on area your in and style of play, I carry 2-3 litres on me always)

Good to get after;
Chest rig (ciras, denalli....... personal preference)
camo for area
gloves
shegmah / boonie cap .... (again personal preference).

Just my 2cents.

[NoGear]

i already spent 500$ on my main gear already and thats a gun/sidearm gloves and a paint mask (crap) i haven't even spent any money on real caps or equipment yet so spend wisely

i do have hikeing boots and under amour but im getting there as well for a begginer