Ranger XR first impressions

[SlimChance]

My Brocock Ranger XR arrived yesterday. I had just enough time to unbox it after a sixteen hour shift. My complaints are nitpicky, but here goes.

The cocking lever rests atop my knuckle. I'll have to figure out a solution to this.

The folding stock has a slight wiggle when locked. Minor, but annoying at this price point.

A bit of plastic or something is rattling around in the buffer tube. Again, minor.

Plusses: it does appear well made. 

Plenty of rails to hang tacticool stuff on.

It came with a single shot tray as well as a magazine.

Extra breech seals and probe seals are included.

It's tiny. I wanted compact and that's exactly what I got.

The 0db suppressor is a nice addition.

Once I decide on how to scope it I'll see if I can match the test target.

 

[Roachcreek]

Several years ago, I ordered one, it was serial # 12 and cost $1100.00 and the wait period was all of 4 months. They are built like a bank vault and is the airgun equivalent of a Casul revolver in build quality. I am assuming it is the same company?



Enjoy,



Roachcreek

 

[boscoebrea]

I have the XR Concept,for sure it is built good...the extended stock has a little wiggle....against my shoulder it is solid....I laugh every time I see it,it is not me,but so darn cute in a building block way...mine is a .25 ,accurate,metal and black.I needed a high mount as I shoot it left handed...

 

[SlimChance]

I had time to go over it a bit better this afternoon. The wiggle is worse than I initially thought. I can fold and unfold the stock with no pressure on the release mechanism. No lock up at all. The charging handle will need to be replaced with something smaller, or I can't shoot the gun. 

 

[boscoebrea]

I would think it would lock,my extendable stock locks,,,is the charging handle lever too low..I am looking at mine right now and see a bolt that can loosen it.

Sorry, I do not get it,don't you take your hand of the pistol grip to pull the cocking lever,Sorry for my ignorance .

 

[SlimChance]

When I place my hand on the grip, the charging handle is in firm contact with my knuckle. Not very comfortable. 

When the stock is unfolded to the shooting position, it doesn't lock in place as it should. It can be refolded without manipulating the latch.

 

[SlimChance]

 

[boscoebrea]

Wow,Thank you for the pictures, I See your problem,my hand is about 5'8" lower on the grip than yours,you sir must have big hands.....

I think the lever is a easy enough fix,the non locking stock is a defect.

I believe the the stocks are interchangable on the Ranger and the Concept.

There is a Brocock fan club that may be able to help out.

I would certainly call the company and tell them your problems,they need to be fixable.

Dog gone,you may have to get some other PCP that going to fit you,now you can be aware of the problem you may have with other lever actons

Try putting the lever handle on the top,but,there still may be a problem because now your cheek may be too close.

What a bummer for you,new rifle and the disappointment that follows....

I wish the XR series was lefty friendly....I really feel it is one of the better Hunter style PCP .One has to be comfortable in shooting whatever rifle they are shooting.

Hoping a best out come for you.Wait a minute I just notice there is an extention on the bottom of your lever!

No wonder your hand is hitting it,mine does Not have the grooved bottom part...that said it shows me there are other style levers for it.

Easy fix....Call Brocock for sure and explain your disappointment to them,they should fix it for you.Maybe tell them to "read" your post on the air gun forum...

 

[SlimChance]

The charging lever is a simple fix. I have machinist friends who can make a shorter one. I've even thought about having one 3D printed. 

The stock is the biggest issue. I just hate to have to send it back across the country.

 

[boscoebrea]

I hear you,I wonder if it is a broken part,find out what the heck it is and ask them for a replacement stock,hopefully they will help you ,even send you a new one,Good Luck.

 

[SlimChance]

It's a mismachined part. Not sure which piece is out of spec without dimensions to compare. I started playing phone tag with AOA at 10:30 eastern time.

 

[Harv24]

Who did you order/buy it from?

 

[SlimChance]

Airguns of Arizona. No call back yet. It's looking like it will go back tomorrow for a refund. Not impressed with their service.

 

[SlimChance]

I also sent a message to Brocock. No reply as of yet. If this is the customer service norm of the airgun industry, I'll stick to the powder burners.

 

[L.Leon]

@slimchance, give AOA a chance (no pun intended) their service is good. They have been good answering emails, they took two days the last time. Bummer about your issues with the XR. My Compatto (3 years) and Bantam Sniper HR (2 years) have been solid from day one. Brocock makes good PCPs.

 

[SlimChance]

L. Leon,

I'm just a bit irked over spending$1700 on a pellet rifle and it not being useable. I had hope when I was transferred to a technician, but it was just to leave another voice mail.

The charging handle issue may be that my gun was an early one. A tag on the box says July. Pictures on the website show a shorter handle on the lever. I can modify mine very easily.

 

[L.Leon]

@slimchance, definitely see your side as they are pricey. Maybe have them replace it with one that meets your expectations? It is a neat little platform, especially as a mini carbine. Good luck.

 

[SlimChance]

This morning I awoke to find an email from Brocock. I've sent them a picture of the hinge, hopefully described the problem and now I'll wait. The time difference is substantial, so I'm not sure when I will here back. At this point, I would be more than happy to buy a new hinge assembly.

 

[SlimChance]

Just spoke to Share at AOA. He's going to send a replacement stock assembly and a tag for shipping the old one back.

 

[L.Leon]

Shane is great, he’s always been very nice to deal with. Glad your being taken off.