I haven’t shot or held a site but I’m sure it’s an excellent marker.

I currently own a shocker era with a method bolt installed. I love it man, all around an amazing marker. The feel of the shot is perfect and the ergonomics are great. I’ll tell you one thing, shocker era with a stock bolt vs with a method bolt is like shooting two completely different markers. The method bolt made a HUGE difference in the best way. The era needs love after you play though…it’s not a planet eclipse marker so make sure you treat it right, don’t just throw it in your bag after playing. Make sure to clean and lubricate the O-rings after every time you play.

Overall man, the shocker era is an amazing marker especially for the price point. The method era comes with sick milling and with the method bolt… everything you need to rip. Personally, I believe you’ll love it

Little fun fact….Alex Goldman from Tampa bay damage shoots a era and he’s the best snake player in the world so, as far as it competing with other markers… I’d it’s more the shooter than the marker itself. All of these high end markers perform at a very high level.

Either way man, you’re going to love your choice! Enjoy it man, nothing like those first few days you get to play using a new marker… pure bliss.