Newbie to the Airgun world. Been an avid hunter/shooter all my life but never owned a quality air rifle. Time to remedy that. Just joined this forum and have to say the information on here is staggering. I see hours of research in my future!

So far I think I’m headed for a PCP bullpup. Budget will be $1K-ish. Mostly target shooting and some backyard pest control. Would like something that will shoot well out of the box but could eventually be improved with some light tinkering….because I just can’t help myself.

I’ve started reading other discussions and posts but if there is any advice to shorten the search I would appreciate it.

Thnx
 
Reximex Throne 2 (new)
Most of the adjustability of rifles 2-3 times as expensive. Accurate to my 45yard limit.
.25 could use a little larger transfer port but regulator setting can make up for that, fewer shots per fill.

FX Bobcat or Wildcat (used)
Bobcat, if you can find one, is an amazing rifle. A little bigger than the usual bullpup. Incredibly accurate and simple mechanically. Wildcat is the current generation with more adjustments.
 
While not bullpup, not very long
AirForce Talon or its longer brethren Condor
Don't be put off by single shot. Loads quickly.
Probably the simplest gun mechanically
Can be upgraded easily and quite often in just minutes
Change from 12" barrel .22 to 19" barrel .25 in 10 minutes.
Add a regulator and high flow valve 5 minutes
Change to heavy spring and hammer 10 minutes.

Can be hand pumped but a compressor is recommended

Condor .22 blemished