Hey all,
I apologize if this question has been asked before.
I am starting to look at many PCP's that fall under the $700 range, which is prolly a tad higher than I can spend, but it's s decent cutoff point to get a good variety of what's out there. I've also started watching YouTube videos of tests. I am wondering if there is 1 or 2 PCP rifles that are an agreed upon best in class at the price range of $500-700 dollars. Or, are there several that are just all in there really close and it boils down to looks, feel and ergonomics of whatever you like?
I did have my mind set on the Marauder. Then I started looking at the other Crosman/Benjamin offerings and the lower priced model they have now that's $300, seems to be a darn accurate rifle out of the box. Lots of good things said about it. I'm referring to the Maximus and Fortitude.
I've also looked at some of the lower priced bullpup designs, which I also like. Those get pricey really quickly though. I can't remember the brand, but I thought I saw a couple that were right in the neighborhood of the Marauder. Are there any low priced BullPup designs that are worthy of consideration at this price point?
Any one I get MUST be backyard friendly and in .177. I could be persuaded into a .22, but I'd rather stay with the .177.
Also, I have read and saw a video mentioning it that there is a bullpup kit for the Marauder. What's the scoop on this? Is it expensive enough to make the Marauder as expensive as some of the lower priced PCP's like the Air Arms 410 or 510, I can't recall which? If it's going to put the cost of the Marauder up into the $750 range, then it's too expensive.
Sorry for all the questions, I know it's a lot to ask. If anyone would prefer to answer via PM or email, that's OK too.
Thank you all for your time and any help you care to give me. I appreciate you taking the time.
Have a good week all.
Larry
I apologize if this question has been asked before.
I am starting to look at many PCP's that fall under the $700 range, which is prolly a tad higher than I can spend, but it's s decent cutoff point to get a good variety of what's out there. I've also started watching YouTube videos of tests. I am wondering if there is 1 or 2 PCP rifles that are an agreed upon best in class at the price range of $500-700 dollars. Or, are there several that are just all in there really close and it boils down to looks, feel and ergonomics of whatever you like?
I did have my mind set on the Marauder. Then I started looking at the other Crosman/Benjamin offerings and the lower priced model they have now that's $300, seems to be a darn accurate rifle out of the box. Lots of good things said about it. I'm referring to the Maximus and Fortitude.
I've also looked at some of the lower priced bullpup designs, which I also like. Those get pricey really quickly though. I can't remember the brand, but I thought I saw a couple that were right in the neighborhood of the Marauder. Are there any low priced BullPup designs that are worthy of consideration at this price point?
Any one I get MUST be backyard friendly and in .177. I could be persuaded into a .22, but I'd rather stay with the .177.
Also, I have read and saw a video mentioning it that there is a bullpup kit for the Marauder. What's the scoop on this? Is it expensive enough to make the Marauder as expensive as some of the lower priced PCP's like the Air Arms 410 or 510, I can't recall which? If it's going to put the cost of the Marauder up into the $750 range, then it's too expensive.
Sorry for all the questions, I know it's a lot to ask. If anyone would prefer to answer via PM or email, that's OK too.
Thank you all for your time and any help you care to give me. I appreciate you taking the time.
Have a good week all.
Larry