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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
 
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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.
 
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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
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Condor .22 Black - E-Series (Blem) - Airforce Airguns

Experience superior accuracy with the Condor Air Rifle in .22 caliber. Shop now for precision shooting!
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Wilsoncreek said:
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
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Welcome to Airgun Nation. I suggest checking out the Umarex Notos. Easy on the budget, hand pump friendly and upgradable. Air Venturi is coming out with their own version, I would check that out also. Whole package under $1k will get the carbine, hand pump, optics, pellets, rifle case, Patch Worm and a range bag to carry all your newly acquired accoutrements.

Always buy quality pellets. They will shoot better. Watch some reviews and make sure to buy that ammo. Most places have deals on pellets. Buy them in bulk, you are going to need them.

Set a budget!
 
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Welcome the best Forum on the web, air gun related or not. There's tons of knowledge here by mostly friendly folks.
Your price range might include a few new rifles, but there are plenty of used rifles as well. Just do your homework on the seller if here on AGN, or anywhere else for that matter.
Simplicity is always a good thing for the newbs. You may wish to look at a used FX Streamline or Crown, they are simple and easy to work on. The Streamline seems to be the basis for the Crown platform but may not have as many parts available now. The Crown, however, is still made and has a large following, so parts are likely available for some time.
Used Crowns can be had in your approximate price range too.
Of course, any and all other suggestions as above are worth investigating as well.

mike
 
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100% recommend buying used. Make your money go further. I took this advice years ago and it worked out nicely for me when I moved up to a high end Airgun from my first PCP which was a Airforce Talon SS in 22 caliber. Had it 18 years. Was fantastic. If tuning is remotely confusing start simple. Get something like an RTI P2 performance where you just set regulator pressure to get desired pellet speed and hammer spring to open and close … simple. This is just an example. Lots of adjustments for tuning can become confusing and get you lost just starting out. But learning quickly is fun too, some guys with mechanical minds have no issues and just pick up highly tunable Airguns and just go for it and never look back. lol.
 
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Ratzy said:
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
airforceairguns.com

Condor .22 Black - E-Series (Blem) - Airforce Airguns

Experience superior accuracy with the Condor Air Rifle in .22 caliber. Shop now for precision shooting!
airforceairguns.com airforceairguns.com
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Great rec, thnx. I have a friend who has an AirForce and that rifle shoots! Definitely on the short list if I decide the bullpup isn’t really what I want
 
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Ratzy said:
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.
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Not familiar with Reximex but have seen them on dealers’ websites and was curious. Added to the list for research!
 
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MOhunter said:
Just a quick 2c worth on bullpups is the length of trigger pull. I owned a bullpup once and didn't like how I had to bring my arm in just to get it to my shoulder. for me it made it really aggravating. If you're not worried about it that's fine but you should at least consider it.
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Good point. I have messed with firearm bullpups and the triggers were one thing that always turned me off. I had hoped that quality PCP airgun companies had done it better
 
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maxtrouble said:
Welcome to Airgun Nation. I suggest checking out the Umarex Notos. Easy on the budget, hand pump friendly and upgradable. Air Venturi is coming out with their own version, I would check that out also. Whole package under $1k will get the carbine, hand pump, optics, pellets, rifle case, Patch Worm and a range bag to carry all your newly acquired accoutrements.

Always buy quality pellets. They will shoot better. Watch some reviews and make sure to buy that ammo. Most places have deals on pellets. Buy them in bulk, you are going to need them.

Set a budget!
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The Notos keeps coming up in almost every ”best of” list. That one is def going to get a hard look
 
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Revoman said:
Welcome the best Forum on the web, air gun related or not. There's tons of knowledge here by mostly friendly folks.
Your price range might include a few new rifles, but there are plenty of used rifles as well. Just do your homework on the seller if here on AGN, or anywhere else for that matter.
Simplicity is always a good thing for the newbs. You may wish to look at a used FX Streamline or Crown, they are simple and easy to work on. The Streamline seems to be the basis for the Crown platform but may not have as many parts available now. The Crown, however, is still made and has a large following, so parts are likely available for some time.
Used Crowns can be had in your approximate price range too.
Of course, any and all other suggestions as above are worth investigating as well.

mike
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From what I’m reading/hearing it’s hard to go wrong with an FX. They seem to be a quality company and their products stand the test of time
 
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CoyoteGod said:
100% recommend buying used. Make your money go further. I took this advice years ago and it worked out nicely for me when I moved up to a high end Airgun from my first PCP which was a Airforce Talon SS in 22 caliber. Had it 18 years. Was fantastic. If tuning is remotely confusing start simple. Get something like an RTI P2 performance where you just set regulator pressure to get desired pellet speed and hammer spring to open and close … simple. This is just an example. Lots of adjustments for tuning can become confusing and get you lost just starting out. But learning quickly is fun too, some guys with mechanical minds have no issues and just pick up highly tunable Airguns and just go for it and never look back. lol.
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Perfect! Thnx
 
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Wilsoncreek said:
From what I’m reading/hearing it’s hard to go wrong with an FX. They seem to be a quality company and their products stand the test of time
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Other than the prices, yes, none under $1,000 new.
Look in the classifieds to see the going prices used. Wildcat used would probably be your best bet for a FX bullpup. Generally a few for sale.

Then there is the complexity factor. More than a few threads with owners having issues with tuning their gun to their desired ammo.

FX, Daystate and a few other are the deep end of the PCP pool. Lots of adjustability but a fairly steep learning curve for the newbie.
 
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Wilsoncreek said:
The Notos keeps coming up in almost every ”best of” list. That one is def going to get a hard look
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Bang for your buck Umarex is hitting on all cylinders with Notos and Zelos. Both made by Snowpeak in China and rebranded by Umarex in the US.

Personally, I'd go Zelos. Comes out of the box hitting hard. Notos needs a bit of help.

Zelos and Snowpeak M60b are virtually the same gun.

Notos and Snowpeak PP750 virtually the same.
 
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