I have the prod and AEA HPSS plus .30 I’d say if you’re hand pumping the prod is really nice vs the AEA. My prod has its sweet spot from 1500-2500 psi you can imagine how easy hand pumping is and I get 3 magazines worth. I’ve hand pumped my AEA HPSS non plus when I had it and it’s a chore and you only get about 2 magazines if you’re lucky plus you need to pump to 3600 and that’s a chore with a hand pump. With an AEA you’ll need a large HPA tank or a compressor because a small HPA tank will only give you maybe 4-5 full fills.
Having to make a choice much like yours recently.... I feel your pain.I ended up choosing the Origin over the others for a few reasons.
Go back and look at your original post on "Please talk me out of this". Also this quote: "It's right at my budget and I'd have to wait for the .22 to comeback in stock but holy cow it looks fun!"The carbine is probably lighter, shorter, more maneuverable, and at least 2X the FUN factor of your other choices. Worth the extra $150 for 13" barrel vs 8" and a 350cc bottle. Yeah it takes longer to fill, but you really don't have to fill to 3600 PSI. I fill to 3600 PSI but shoot down to 1800-2000 PSI. Semi's will be an air hog due to the action, nature of the beast.My second choice would be a Snow Peak (Artemis, SPA) P35 bullpup, side cocking lever is forward just over the trigger finger not at the rear of the gun, light weight, accurate, easily maneuverable.
Quote from: PasadenaMike on January 22, 2022, 05:54:26 PMI have the prod and AEA HPSS plus .30 I’d say if you’re hand pumping the prod is really nice vs the AEA. My prod has its sweet spot from 1500-2500 psi you can imagine how easy hand pumping is and I get 3 magazines worth. I’ve hand pumped my AEA HPSS non plus when I had it and it’s a chore and you only get about 2 magazines if you’re lucky plus you need to pump to 3600 and that’s a chore with a hand pump. With an AEA you’ll need a large HPA tank or a compressor because a small HPA tank will only give you maybe 4-5 full fills.Thats good to hear. I really like the HP SS as it seems like it’s just the airgun version of a 10/22 but I really dont want to spend a ton of money on SCBA tanks. Im young, big, and in good shape so I’m not worried about being able to pump, I nust dont want to spend more time pumping than anything else
The P35 looks super interesting. I’ve seen SPA mentioned on hear but haven’t looked much into them. What are the best American retailers?
KrisOnce you enter the "Darkside" there is no getting out! You will at some point, want to shoot more and pump less. Not a matter of conditioning, just a matter of convenience and time. You will also shoot more often and a lot more pellets. Think in terms of style, function & purpose. Many people end up with an inexpensive compressor even though they started out pumping. I would get the gun that you want, then start saving for a compressor. It's a game changer. Good luck & welcome to the "Darkside".
I'm not disappointed with my Origin by a long shot but having it less than two months, sure like to see more feed back from others who've made same choice. Hope you'll stick around and tell us what you learn.
Great choice, you've been suckered into the DARKSIDE. Don't say you weren't warned. Take the money you saved and buy that Yong Heng compressor now, before you start looking like a body builder. Everyone here on the DARKSIDE is an enabler, don't believe me just ask them for more advice on a purchase.
Quote from: customcutter on January 24, 2022, 10:10:13 PMGreat choice, you've been suckered into the DARKSIDE. Don't say you weren't warned. Take the money you saved and buy that Yong Heng compressor now, before you start looking like a body builder. Everyone here on the DARKSIDE is an enabler, don't believe me just ask them for more advice on a purchase. I go to the gym pretty frequently but i hope pumping is still as hard as people claim. That way when I just go outside and shoot soke stuff I’ll feel a little less lazy!But I’ll probably buy a tank since I drive past 2 paintball parks on my daily commute