I don't think I was or am trashing Taipan. I simply posted the information that is there, and that was deleted on some forums. How is that an inside information? All this info can be googled and verified, including images. And there is more available on them, including what is actually patented. And if anyone wants to debate these facts they can in a civilized manner.
As far as FX, Daystate, Air Arms, Weihrauch, and Steyr are concerned, Yes, they were and still are the gold standard at how pcp airguns measure up. It is just like a BMW will always be that ultimate driving machine, regardless of what may be posted on some forums.
When someone is comparing Mutant to the Airwolf MCT, they really need to check themselves before they make such statements.