User blog comment:Kirinator/Gunner hunter guide/@comment-2071518-20100915110145

Well, from my experience as a gunner, I can give tips only.


 * Gunning takes practice, as does anything else in this game series. Don't get annoyed if you screw up a shot, or if you even die.


 * Gunner armor is weaker than Blademaster. That means you have to be cautious, and don't take risks often.


 * Some Bowguns (if you plan on using them) have deviation, which means every shot will fly somewhere other than your target, so you'll have to account for that, or use a different combination.


 * Recoil is a deathwish. It'll leave you open to any attack, whether it's just a tail whip or a signature move (I hate you, Jho.). If you can, get armor that lowers recoil, or a gun with no recoil.

If we're talking Tri here, Rathalos gunner or Uragaan gunner will do the trick. Uragaan+ (High Rank) has one of the best skill combos in the game (Bombadier, Recoil Down +2, Defense Up (M).... or it might be (L)... no, it's (M).
 * Armor's questionable. If we're talking MHFU, it's up to defense and skills. If you do want to start gunning, I'd advise waiting until G-Rank, then hunt Narga when you can. His armor's better than most (My opinion), but it's been so long I've forgotten the skills.

Hope this helped.