The main issue has been build quality. As late as last year, there were all sorts of reports of flimsy adjusters, loose connections that couldn't be tightened, etc. Sort of the worst-case scenario with a Chinese mfg. However, some recent buyers report significant improvements, such as the riveted connections now replaced with threaded screws, etc.But I'm still not ready to dive in, even though I also REALLY like the overall designs, and of course the power is excellent. The HP bullpup is the one I'd love to have if the quality turns out to be fine. I would remove the spring, disabling the semi-auto function, since we can't hunt with semi-auto's in NY State. Luckily, that design makes this easy to do.Another issue is accuracy, esp with slugs. They may be fine, but I have yet to see any careful tests.And some users say the trigger is average at best.And they don't appear to be regulated (I could be wrong) So is there an aftermarket reg available? I'm considering turning the HP bullpup into a bottle gun, so I could put a Ninja reg on the outside, but that's a lot of $$ in the end, so again maybe better choices out there.And finally: One big attraction for me with the HP is it's 24" barrel in such a short gun. They accomplish this partly by having the trigger a good length away from the butt, (which I like, personally) but one has to wonder how much shroud-baffle is in there, and how well it works. That shroud also doesn't have much diameter at the end, so..... If the gun NEEDS an added moderator for backyard shooting, then I think there better other options out there for just a little more money.-------------------------Let's see some more reports from recent buyers before getting too carried away ....
Too funny. They do seem to be doing a great job with their newer line up. I really liked the looks of that nomad too Manny. Sweet looking gun. They also had a pistol called the wasp that was supposed to produce 30fpe in 22 caliber. I haven't seen either one lately though.
My friend,....not to be rude but only a couple months ago you couldn't even operate a PCP properly
Quote from: Nomadic Pirate on July 03, 2021, 02:37:28 PMMy friend,....not to be rude but only a couple months ago you couldn't even operate a PCP properly Not to be rude, but you gave arrogant responses to a thread about double-feeding, without having a clue what the problems are with some low-cost rifles.Improper operation was never an issue, no matter how highly you regard your massive experience.Say, what are you doing posting here? Shouldn't you be off somewhere, admiring yourself in a mirror?
I bought a .30 Challenger.I will say it shoots pretty danged good! With time and some fiddling maybe as good as my Wil Tuned Evanix .30Mine has sat for over 2 weeks while I was out West and is holding air.
I'm intrigued by the AEA Element with the regulated 300cc air tube. The light weight really interests me.
Quote from: Privateer on July 03, 2021, 04:22:33 PMI bought a .30 Challenger.I will say it shoots pretty danged good! With time and some fiddling maybe as good as my Wil Tuned Evanix .30Mine has sat for over 2 weeks while I was out West and is holding air. And here we have an opinion that needs to be taken in consideration,....Proven person that knows his stuff.
IMO AEA is doing to the Big Bore market as did Nova-Vista, and SPA did to the small bore PCP market for sure!