Best Air Rifles Under A Grand?

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A greatvdeal on a used regal XLhttp://www.airgunnation.com/topic/wts-daystate-huntsman-xl-177/#post-73755

[Back_Roads]

I am a lefty also and have gotten so used to the bolt being on the right side of the gun I think I actually prefer it now.  As long as the stock is ambi.

 Too bad you cant do like Jimi Hendrix and just shoot it upside down

[Booger]

A greatvdeal on a used regal XLhttp://www.airgunnation.com/topic/wts-daystate-huntsman-xl-177/#post-73755

That is a good deal, if I had the cash I might jump on it. then again my MK4 is just right for me.

[EyeSlayer]

That HW100 looks nice but a couple things. The .177 is out of stock and if that's the Euro it comes to $840 minus shipping but how much is the shipping?  Never heard of this gun before how does it compair to a BSA R10?  The R10's stock wins hands down I know that much.

Thelast if that's the P12 I'm thinking of its Chinese and I've heard it's not the best quality. Ted from Ted's Holdover ripped that gun saying the accuracy wasn't that great and the stock was bland as well as other things. For that price they had to cut some corners.

Mark that would be really hard for me to pay that price on Amazon for the Scorpion. $723 + tax for me that's $780 when I can get the same gun in synthetic for $540 at PA with 10% off discount so very hard to justify paying $240 more for the beech stock. If it were $50-100 more I could justify it.

[ancient1one]

That HW100 looks nice but a couple things. The .177 is out of stock and if that's the Euro it comes to $840 minus shipping but how much is the shipping?  Never heard of this gun before how does it compair to a BSA R10?  The R10's stock wins hands down I know that much.

There are 6 different HW100 models listed. I saw 3 available in .177. The HW100 is a very well made gun. The magazine system, regulator, HW barrel, and trigger are 1st class. The right model HW100 in .177 makes 22 fpe out of the box.

 I never held or shot a BSA R10 but next time BSA Optics put them on sale I will most likley buy one in .177. They make about 18 fpe out of the box. BSA HF barrels are know for being very accurate. Some guys complain the regulator needs to be upgraded to Huma.

If I had to pick one at the same price point it would be a thumb hole stock walnut HW100. I do like the R10 stock and looks better. R10 is also lighter. Check out some you-tube videos of both.

[LEE IN VA.]

If i had a grand to spend on a gun id definetly get this one.

http://www.gatewaytoairguns.org/GTA/index.php?topic=105420.msg956265;boardseen#new

[ancient1one]

If i had a grand to spend on a gun id definetly get this one.

http://www.gatewaytoairguns.org/GTA/index.php?topic=105420.msg956265;boardseen#new

I posted this earlier in the thread. Walnut Brocock Contour single shot with a NC LDC. Cant believe its still avalible at this price with a Simmons 4 x 12 x 40 AO scope and shipped. If I wasnt saving for a bench rest gun and compressor it would have been gone.
http://www.airgunnation.com/topic/for-sale-brocock-contour-22/

[EyeSlayer]

Sam I see they have a shrouded version for slightly more I take it that would make it quieter than the ones with the LDC? At least the other compact versions look like they come with an LDC but it doesn't state it. Also how much would the shipping cost do you know?

Lee what draws you to the Compatto so much?  I don't even think it's regulated is it? Other than the different power adjustments I don't see much to it. Talked to a guy at AOA that told me Brocock is going under they are going to stop selling them.

How do both of these guns compair to an Air Arms S510?  I will put both guns up on the poll.

[LDP]

This just came up on the yellow:
http://www.network54.com/Forum/79574/message/1457041744/WTS-WTT-+AA+510+carbine+22

[ancient1one]

Not sure if one is more quite than the other. My friend has both I will ask him tomorrow. The .177's rated at 22 fpe with the LDC is longer compared the shrouded .177 rated at 22 fpe. The 22 fpe with the ldc is 48", too long for any airgun IMO. Shrouded is a manageable 44". Your Mrod I think is 44".

The nice thing about HW100's is they have been around for awhile and aftermarket parts are available. Stuff like a quality single shot adapters, HW barrels in different lengths that fit with no machining, LDC's/shrouds and lightweight air tubes. Like I said earlier the magazine system and trigger are some of the best around.

The last guy I saw post said the €945 HW100 cost him under $1000 delivered.
Under "Add to cart" in blue click the link shipping outside the European Union.

Edit: The magazine system is side lever and the mags are nicely machined metal. There are some nice aftermarket side levers handles and triggers.

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The Air Arms s500/s510 are imported in my country for left handers (stock&side lever fit).In case you can't find one over there,the side lever can be easily adjusted(moved to the other side) for left hand use.The same is for the bolt of the s400/s410 series (and I suspect of many of their other rifles as well).I am not sure about the original bolt but here is a 3rd part (just to mention one):
http://www.airgunbuyer.com/details.asp?cat=Custom%20Parts&SubCat=Air%20Arms%20Custom%20Parts&Product=2884
About stock on their list there are for right or left hand use as well as ambidextrous ones!

I emailed Air Arms directly and asked if the side lever on the S510 ultimate sporter or the S510TC could be changed to the left side. They said no.

[EyeSlayer]

Thanks for the info Sam it sounds like a good gun. I wonder how quiet it is with the shrouded version if it's anything like my Marauder that would be good.

Does anyone know more info on the Brocock Compatto anyone own one?  It does look interesting just not as popular as some others it seems.

[pllagunos]

https://www.pyramydair.com/product/air-arms-s510-tc-pcp-air-rifle?m=2386

Very nice option and at a great price from a good vendor. I don't know how would it feel with those twin cylinders but here's a review

[toine]

Recently tested the Brocock Compatto, and it is a really nice rifle. In my review, I mention it was underpowered and was going in for repairs. Looks like it was a bad o-ring on the breech seal.

http://www.airgunsarp.com/2016/02/25/shot-show-2016-update-brocock-compatto/

[LDP]

Thanks for the info Sam it sounds like a good gun. I wonder how quiet it is with the shrouded version if it's anything like my Marauder that would be good.

Does anyone know more info on the Brocock Compatto anyone own one?  It does look interesting just not as popular as some others it seems.

Scott  Si Pettiway on vermin hunters tv has a couple videos of a review and more shooting of the compatto. He was very impressed with it but I dont know what the differences are for the UK sub 12 fpe version and the FAC version other than power. Its worth a look at the vids he has some good info and shooting in it.

I might as well just put the link for the video in
www.youtube.com/watch?v=eNCkterQ6YM

[William]

Lol that sounds like fun to me!  The only real fault I've heard about the Sumatra is the fill probe but sounds like it can easily be replaced with a different one.

It's a 60 seconds Job, unscrew the unit and screw in the Foster that Pyramyd sells,..no need to take the air out.

as simple as that

My new Sumatra came with the Foster fitting already on it, I called after I ordered to order a fitting and they said they are now coming with the foster already installed new!

William

[William]

Thats a hard vote to cast, depending on the shooters preference those are all good for the money under $1000, but I cast my vote on the Sumatra 2500 due to power, accuracy and price, as well as you can adjust the power very easily to fit the ammo and your shooting requirements.

William

[EyeSlayer]

It's funny you mentioned that Leland just got done watching one of his videos on it!  The accuracy was off the charts as I'm sure you saw one hole the size of the .177 pellet at 33 yards and dime size or better at 45 yards wow. Like you said that was with the UK version and not the FAC version that we would get. I wouldn't think the accuracy would be worse with our version but you never know that's why I would like to hear from someone that actually owns one in the states.

Tony that doesn't inspire confidence!  I'll check out your review.

[EyeSlayer]

Thank you William that's good to hear!  The Sumatra is high on my list a lot of bang for your buck with that gun and I like saving money 😁

[toine]

Honestly, even with the power issue, I was really impressed with it. Once the owner gets things straightened out, he'll have me out to do shoot some strings. It was still shooting around 18fpe and I'd put it up there precision wise with a Wildcat for certain. I'm still seriously considering one for a combination HFT/Hunting rig.