N/A Another newbie looking for advice

[Ratzy]

I Recently bought a Komplete to test out, very nice air rifle for the cost, it was worth adding the AV PCP tube, as it is very accurate to boot.

And recommended by Troy Hammer. It doesn't get better than that.

 

[Scotay42]

Revere should make you happy for quite a while.

Well you can only try to head them in the right direction.lol

 

[orangeokie]

Hi ya'll. I've been lurking here for years and am finally deciding to get into pcp's. I'm a long time gun hunter and shooter, do some reloading and have shot a lot of 3-D archery. My old bones are making 3D difficult and I'd like to have a shooting sport I could do on my small hunting plot if I didn't feel like putting all the gear together to go to the gun range. So, here we are. I imagine that some folks may be annoyed by these "where do I start threads" but we all have to start somewhere, so I appreciate your help and patience.

First, I want dependable stuff. While I like to tinker, I do not want to have to be working on stuff all the time to keep it going. Of course, my biggest concern is compressors. I will never spend much time rebuilding compressors ; I think that would kill my interest in the sport. Is it reasonable to think that a moderately priced unit (GX 3-I for example) would likely be reliable for filling 1-2 bottle fed rifles a few times a week ?

Next for a gun. I'm looking for light, reliable with high shot count. I'm talking a plinker, walk-around squirrel gun that I'll also shoot paper with out to maybe 75ish. I'm torn between a budget rifle to see if I really like it or jumping into a higher-end rifle as a do-all , at least for now. I like what I see with the shorter Stoeger XM1 in 22 with a 40ish regulated shot count. I've been in the archery rabbit hole for years so I kinda know where this is headed, lol. I like the bottle version of the FX Dreamline as well but I know there's a bunch of good choices in between these two.

I'm trying to be smart about starting out on this but there are so many options it's almost overwhelming. The amount of knowledge people have on this site is tremendous and I appreciate your input.

Start with a pre-owned Daystate Huntsman, then depending on how you like, you will know if something newer in the Daystate lineup suits your fancy, or perhaps another brand.

 

[orangeokie]

I have to dispute the claim "For compressor everyone recommends a GX4 which is what I have.". I don't recommend a GX4 because of the size and weight.
I understand that they are a good choice for some, but I find them too bulky and heavy for my weekly transport to the range and filling my guns during 6 hours of almost continual shooting.

I agree with your post, in the main, of course.

The GX 4 is hardly larger than a lunch box. I have one and love it.

 

[garyinky]

I'm familiar with the Komplete but I intend to shoot more than would be cost effective in that platform. I can see how it would be great in certain situations though. I know the Daystate Huntsman in the classifieds would be a good one to start with but it'll probably be gone by the time I become legal, lol.

 

[Ratzy]

I'm familiar with the Komplete but I intend to shoot more than would be cost effective in that platform. I can see how it would be great in certain situations though. I know the Daystate Huntsman in the classifieds would be a good one to start with but it'll probably be gone by the time I become legal, lol.

There is a conversion to bottle for the Komplete. Then it is just a PCP rifle.

 

[Normkel]

The GX 4 is hardly larger than a lunch box. I have one and love it.

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We are just friends, exchanging opinions, correct?

I am very curious as to your preference for the CS4 over the smaller and lighter CS3. I'm assuming that you don't fill tanks or the reason for preferring the CS4 is obvious. I had a New Warrior (left one in the photo) which is about the same size & wieght as the CS4. Very much different case for transporting and moving. Also, protecting it in transport is much more complicated for the CS4.

My CS3 runs for hours at the weekly range day, since I'm shooting full power .22 PCPs, so the bit shorter CS4 run time might be another possible advantage.

I'm data-gathering, and this seems a good opportunity to hear informed comparisons.

 

[thammer]

And recommended by Troy Hammer. It doesn't get better than that.

I hand made the prototype for the Komplete Air cylinder because I wanted a rifle I could use a Nitro bottle or two on a camping trip without the need for a pump, tank, or compressor. When at home or range I could just treat it like a PCP. Inexpensive, regulated and accurate. I've worked with Umarex for years. I built them the Gauntlet .30 and the first Gauntlet .30 SL.