I have never been an FX fan for various reasons, and have never owned a .22 that was particularly accurate. Good, but never outstanding, and I’ve owned 4 of them, some pretty high end. When FX announced the Dreamline with its features and especially the price range, I couldn’t resist, so I ordered a classic model with the black pepper stock from Ken Hicks at Southern Precision Air Weapons in .22. Ken prepped the gun testing it for function and accuracy before shipping it to me. The following is a result of his chronograph test. I can’t say I’ve ever seen a gun as consistent as this. Ken said that he almost fell out of his chair. Addendum: Ken measured the trigger at a perfect 9 oz.
Chrono Data
Off to the range to see if I could duplicate Ken’s results. I installed a Mueller 4-14 ACT scope only because it was the only one that didn’t interfere with the large (18) capacity magazine. I used UTG high mounts which were just a tad low for the Hawke Sidewinder that I wanted to use. I didn’t chronograph it, but I zeroed it in and shot some targets at our 55 yard airgun range. All I can say is wow! This gun really shoots. Along with that, I like the smoothness of the side lever and the quality of the metal and wood work. I’ve never been a fan of plywood stocks as Ken can attest, but I’ve seen several FX rifles with the black pepper and all of them look great. It was worth the extra money to me.
Pros: Black pepper stock, DonnyFL moderator, large capacity magazine, smooth side lever action, adjustability (for those that like to tinker) light weight, compact size. Did I say price?
Cons: The need for really high rings so that the magazine will clear the bottom of the scope center section. FX unlimited or Sportsmatch extra high HT071 or Sportsmatch adjustable seem to be the only ones that work, although some scopes aren’t as fat in that middle area.
Bottom line is that I’m quite happy with my purchase and may consider another Dreamline down the road. Maybe a .177 for HFT.
Chrono Data
Off to the range to see if I could duplicate Ken’s results. I installed a Mueller 4-14 ACT scope only because it was the only one that didn’t interfere with the large (18) capacity magazine. I used UTG high mounts which were just a tad low for the Hawke Sidewinder that I wanted to use. I didn’t chronograph it, but I zeroed it in and shot some targets at our 55 yard airgun range. All I can say is wow! This gun really shoots. Along with that, I like the smoothness of the side lever and the quality of the metal and wood work. I’ve never been a fan of plywood stocks as Ken can attest, but I’ve seen several FX rifles with the black pepper and all of them look great. It was worth the extra money to me.
Pros: Black pepper stock, DonnyFL moderator, large capacity magazine, smooth side lever action, adjustability (for those that like to tinker) light weight, compact size. Did I say price?
Cons: The need for really high rings so that the magazine will clear the bottom of the scope center section. FX unlimited or Sportsmatch extra high HT071 or Sportsmatch adjustable seem to be the only ones that work, although some scopes aren’t as fat in that middle area.
Bottom line is that I’m quite happy with my purchase and may consider another Dreamline down the road. Maybe a .177 for HFT.
