For that 250 price range though, I'd say any FM Cyma, HPoly G&G, FM to HPoly Echo 1, FM Dboys, or FM to HPoly KWA, you can find will get you out on the field right away, usually with mags and a battery. With any money you can save, I would through towards a better charger(if the standard wall charger) extra mags, batteries, upgrades you dont want to grab any flashy externals right off the bat unless you find out what type of games you're gonna play, what kinda player you're gonna be, etc. Naturally you should be all gravy with your military background. I didn' want to sound like I was trying to over teach you, pm me if you have any questions. I can set you up with some great players, and gear.