Grinlok: Accuracy Vs Power

[asiaschnitzel01]

For anyone who uses the Grinlok, do you prefer running heavy caliber or an elemental mod in lieu of the former? The elemental mod does allow for better accuracy for headshots but HC allows for higher damage overall (during twitch body shots, and headshots that don't miss.) I myself find that the accuracy without HC is overall preferable outside of when I'm backed into a corner. What do you all think?

[PhiZero]

I only used the Grinlok for my mastery rank, but from what I remember of it shortly after its release, you can honestly go with either. Yes, it will have better overall damage with heavy calibur despite its accuracy debuff; but, the accuracy reduction will force you to fight at a closer range than usual. If you're fine with getting closer to harm's way looking for a headshot, go for it. I on the other hand, would drop it for a shotgun due to them beating out rifles in the same range category as a "rebalanced" Grinlok favoring damage.

[(PSN)jFresh215]

I love the weapon and I treat it like a sniper. I don't use HC on any snipers so I don't hear either. 

[Magneu]

I tend to run without, but the weapon does need a little help; Marelok series has and always will out-do it. Even something as simple as a 5% damage buff and higher crit chance and/or crit damage would go a long way.

[KotoKuraken]

I think Grinlok is better off without HC. A missed shot is a worthless shot when it comes to snipers.

You're going to have to aim for the face regardless if you take it on the levels past the starchart

[OniGanon]

Don't use Heavy Cal.

 

Grinlok damage comes mostly from getting Crit Headshot Slash proc.

[srlhama]

I like to use it with Sonar so precision is key in this way, If you put the right built and hit that grineers on the face to get dat headcrit you won't miss the extra damage by Heavy Caliber, but a missed shot of this low rof, medium mag and longer reload hurt quite a lot, imo.

Edited January 22, 2016 by srlhama

[Darth-Buldge]

The grinlok is a unique weapon. I personally use it as a medium range weapon with its pin-point accuracy and decent crit damage. Using the perin sequence mod on it makes it much more fun. Its not a T4 weapon ill say that but i will say i dont plan on getting rid of it i really enjoy it