Higher end PCP's ( Which to choose)?

[Point1Seven]

This may sound like an odd question but currently I own 2 pcp rifles which I absolutely love. I am able to achieve 1.5 inch groups at 60 and 70 yards which is absolutely absurd for unregulated rifles in my opninon. I have owned a few different budget PCP's (under 1000$) and I am in the process of saving and looking for my next step up. I had ideas in mind, but since I figured I can just ask you guys who may actually own, shoot, or hunt with these rifles, I can get the best idea and opinons from you. 

Trust me I know there is no "one rifle to rule them all" however, I want to make an educated decision when I go to purchase my next rifle. I am on the fence still about owning a regulated rifle, only because I have no experience with tuning and have only messed with triggers and hammer springs. I would like some feedback on what I may be diving into, and whether I should continue to stay (perfecting my shot curve on my own) or owning a regulated rifle and doing some minor tuning.

( I am going to be purchasing this next rifle in .22 caliber only )

My list of rifles I am considering (no real order):

1. Air Arms S510 (My bias to this would probably be the fact that I am a Matt Duber fan)
2. FX Wildcat Mark 2 (The videos I have seen on this rifle are absolutely unreal, even the first gen)
3. Kalibrgun Cricket (Seems to be a little ugly, and awkward but accurate)
4. Brocock Bantam (Love the looks, and accuracy seemed great from what I saw)
5. Air Arms S510 TDR (I am obbsessed with the looks, and looks to perform well)
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   I am not yet in the market, however with time to research and really decide I am looking for honest feedback on rifles you may own or have used. I would love to own an FX but I plan to stay under $1500, and the crown and such are above that price point even used usually. Some things to note as well, I plan to use for pest control, small game hunting, and plinking all out to around 75 yards, but mainly 50 yards and under. It should be noted I will also be purchasing a better quality glass, like Optisan or Aztec in the future as well so this will be in due time.
   
   Please be honest with your replies, and understand I am only looking for information at this point. Thank you guys!

 

[Juice13]

You would do yourself a disservice if you didn’t consider the taipan. Absolutely amazing gun.

 

[bowwild]

I have found what I think to be my last PCP rifle. But it is above what you want to spend.

From the list you have I'd go for the Wildcat or the Cricket. I own a first generation Wildcat in .25 which I've had dipped in Camo. I don't own a Cricket but that is one I considered for some time. I also think the new Edgun coming out with lever instead of bolt is pretty interesting. I have no where near as much experience as many who will respond to this thread. 

 

[Point1Seven]

I have heard the name but that's it, can you give me a link to more information on it?

 

[Hynzie]

yep R @ L have the new taipan 23 inchs good price also AOA has original wood wildcat $1170 the new BROCOCK snoper out soon ,,id get the wildcat then taipan then 510 take down everyone loves them WILDCATS good luck

 

[Point1Seven]

I LOVE the Edgun but I feel the shot count is too lacking despite its amazing looks! And very nice rifle by the way, amazing. I have heard the wildcat is just extreemly hard to compete with, due to its features, accuracy and price point. 

 

[Point1Seven]

I will have to look more into these Taipan as I am unsure of them. Haven't seen much about them so any links or videos would be appreciated.

 

[intenseaty22]

In .22 I adore my Kalibrgun Cricket Mini Carbine. Free floating barrel. 14 shot magazine, over 45 shots per fill. Very very accurate. The Taipan is very nice as well, maybe even better than the Cricket? But if you don’t like a bullpup, the Mini is hard to beat. 

 

[cahil_2]

I own an S510, a wildcat mk 1, impact, and Fx 400 and have owned a Regal xl. All very accurate guns and all will do what you have described very well. My favorite is the impact, the fx 400 is my 2nd favorite. Both are regulated with high shot counts. I have not adjusted anything on either. You can pick up fx 400 for around $1200.00 in the classifieds. The 510 is also very accurate and reliable but I don’t like the length.

 

[Point1Seven]

Thanks guys, and I love the impact probably like everyone does but all the o rings and possible places to break something scare me on a 2000$ rifle lol. I am leaning way more towards the bullpups especially because I can get a wildcat for the same price as a brand new S510 with a nice stock so may be ruling it out sooner than later, but thats the point of this post ! lol so thank you guys for all the feedback.

 

[Springrrrr]

You did say, "high end" but you left out a high high end gun on your list.

The Daystate Wolverine "R"

You will not have to mess with the trigger or hammer spring. It has a great trigger and the slingshot hammer that eliminates bounce.

 

[oldmanblue]

I would second the Taipan. My Mutant has been flawless for over 10,000 shots.

 

[Groundhog]

I myself moved into the high end of pcp this year with a Crown and a used mk1 Wildcat in .25 and honestly I think I prefer the Wildcat at this point . Probably Should have just picked up a new Mk2 and called it done .

 

[aa_limited]

grounddog. why would you rather a wildcat over the crown.

 

[Phildog59]

I’m looking at the streamline only because all I have is a hand pump at this time otherwise I would look real hard at the new Brocock Bantam HR Semi bull pup adjustable regulator and hammer spring 480 cc bottle lightweight sounds really good 

 

[Xbowsniper]

Mrod,
One thing you left out of your beginning post, what guns do you already have, and, in what caliber?
Judging by your moniker, I would guess a Marauder maybe? If so, those are some excellent groups, and if it is a Marauder, why not just regulate it? It would eliminate the curve, make the gun more consistent, possibly making it more accurate. For me, that would make sense, instead of getting a more expensive gun, in .22, when you might already have a platform that is worthy. Unless you need an excuse to buy another Airgun (which I would totally understand!!!).

Tom Holland 

 

[texagdds]

I went for the impact - I did have the same thought about the o-rings, but every pcp will have o-rings to replace and the impact is particularly easy to pull apart and do work on if you feel capable... which you should. With YouTube you can do just about anything. all those guns are great though. Came down to the wildcat and the impact for me too. I just like the ability to change calibers or barrels for slugs IF I ever want to - which I probably won’t. Should a slug and barrel combination come along that would allow me to use the magazine predictably I’d change in a heartbeat. 

Good luck with it - you’ll have a blast no matter which you chose!

 

[EMrider]

I was in a similar situation about a year ago and bought the Taipan Veteran in .22. 

I am extremely happy with my choice. Very accurate and reliable.

R

 

[Point1Seven]

Actually i do not own a Mrod lol, however I used too hence the name. My rifles now are the Kral Mega in .177 and is lights out under 25 and consistant out to 75, that's amazing. The other i have is a Xisico Sentry V2 also in .177 and also fantastic. Its a 300$ rifle but i assure you its accurate lol. 

I am going to do more research on the Taipin as it looks the best of all the rifles besides an impact which is just simply too high priced. I like daystate but again too high most of the time. 

Taipin has several models, but ill look more into them over time because I am loving their looks. Great rifles guys thanks foe sharing !! 

 

[Hookster]

After shooting MRods, Wildcats, Renegades, Edgun, Wolverines and Redwolf my top vote for accuracy out to 100 yards and whisper quite for a reasonable price would have to be the Wildcat Mark II with a 20mm thread DonnyFL Qui moderator. This combo is accurate and whisper quite.