new pcp owner looking for the right hand pump

I just purchased an Umarex Gauntlet (3000psi - 13 cubic inch tank) and an athlon scope. I am on a tight budget (due to wife). To be honest, I have hit my budget already. But I need to fill this gun in order to shoot it!

I don't see a carbon fiber tank as an option because of cost. I probably wont shoot too many rounds in a given day anyway and really don't (think I will) mind putting some work into filling the tank (age 43, weight 240lbs, decently healthy).

I am first worried about moisture in the tank. Is this a significant issue with hand pumps? I was going to get a cheap pump to start, thinking if it breaks... then I will just replace. But if a cheap pumps puts moisture into my gun tank (or gun itself) and that could effect the longevity of the gun... that would be a deal breaker.

What are peoples thoughts about the above and about the following options...

$47 - ebay - https://www.ebay.com/itm/3-Stage-PCP-Air-Gun-Rifle-Filling-Stirrup-Pump-Hand-Pump-4500PSI-Gas-Filter-New/262802571430?epid=582033493&hash=item3d304100a6:g:0bQAAOSwnHZYdadw

$64 - amazon - https://www.amazon.com/OrangeA-Airgun-Pressure-Pistol-Charging/dp/B01N460MJ2/ref=pd_sim_200_2?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B01N460MJ2&pd_rd_r=06V77PBWD6YVAS280VEA&pd_rd_w=ffwT9&pd_rd_wg=3ukJg&psc=1&refRID=06V77PBWD6YVAS280VEA

$99 - amazon - https://www.amazon.com/Taousa-Airgun-Pressure-Diving-Cylinder/dp/B01173BARU/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1511238049&sr=8-3&keywords=pcp+hand+pump

$130 - air venturi g7 - https://www.pyramydair.com/s/a/Air_Venturi_G7S_Hand_Pump_4500_PSI/7926

$260 - mk4 with filter - https://www.pyramydair.com/s/a/Air_Venturi_MK4_Kit_by_Hill_Hand_Pump_Up_to_4500_PSI/5501

My priorities would be...
1. Protecting my investement (protect my gun as I will NOT be getting another like many others on this site)
2. Cost (I need to keep this inexpensive if at all possible)
3. ...
4. ....
5. Efficiency (lowest priority at this time is how many pumps to fill the tank... though I may regret this later!)

Thanks in advance for the help!

Blackburn
 
I got the eBay one cost about $60 it was piece of junk couldn’t use it the quick connect were different from the standard I got a full refund they let me keep the pump the parts I need to make it work cost mor than a new pump. If you get one think of all the money you can save as you can quit your gym and get pumping. If you stick with PCP guns you will need a real compressor one day
 
I don't own a PCP. I am old and not willing to give up my Springers.

If I did own one and lived in (or close to) a area of the country with a reasonable population; I would look for other PCP owners. For years when people didn't have the money for something they needed (in this case a $1200 compressor) they would form a CO OP. I think it would work and you might make some real good shooting friends. In today's world with FaceBook and sites like this one, I would think you could connect with others in your area without much trouble. I would hit the gun clubs in the area and ask the guys who run it if any of the members shoot PCP's. I might also check with any large sporting goods retailers in the area. Heck, Form a PCP club!

Just a thought from a OLD

Geezer
 
I own the taousa hand pump, it is outstanding. Comes with everything one could think of + several rebuild kits, is easy to rebuild ( try that with an original Hill), all fittings hand tighten with no leaks, outstanding.


As far a ease of use, unless there is some issue with the pump you are not likely to notice much difference in effort to use.
On moisture, mainly 2 things there, humidity in the area you pump, here when it's before freezing and the wood stove is running the humidity is rather low indoors, summer outside while raining not so good. And Heat, avoid it. Do as all the original hand pump instructions saoid, pumnp 50 strokes/bleed ( release moisture as well as air) cool with pump handle lifted.

Once your tank is full the first time you are only looking at 2-3 strokes per shot taken, so just take 50 shots & refill at your leasure.

John