I echo this statement. You would also have to re-zero for each caliber or pellet/slug. It's best to just...
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Taipan Veteran Experiences
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I echo this statement. You would also have to re-zero for each caliber or pellet/slug. It's best to just...
I've always wanted a Veteran. My budget so far with other priorities in life has been one airgun a year. I'm curious what the Vet 2 will bring. Hopefully they leave the trigger alone and have it set up for mid cocking.
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After several years of trying to learn the science and engineering of PCPs (FXs, Cricket, Brocock, etc.) I have settled on the Taipan Veteran.
It is so accurate and robust, I feel very comfortable in recommending it to anyone looking to step up their game.
It is so accurate and robust, I feel very comfortable in recommending it to anyone looking to step up their game.
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I have two a standard and a long both .22's, I like the simple appearance and solid build quality nice magazine system trigger is legendary, I especially like the ease of single shot loading, they are a little on the heavy side. No question about it they would be my last to go.
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Another Taipan Veteran fan here!
I exclusively shot .22 for over 20 years.. Then this past year, I had a short stint of trying out a few .25 cals.
One of the .25 cal rifles I got was a Taipan Veteran 'Shorty'. That Little Pup Was Absolutely A-M-A-Z-I-N-G.
My .25 cal phase was over fast. Too much power for what I want/need. Even with that 'Shorty'.
I passed that one one, but, I'd get another one of them [in .22 cal] any day and in a heartbeat!
They're stupid accurate and consistent, and their triggers are pretty much second to none!
[At least that I've come across - and that includes modified/tuned trigger setups too]
Many have said it, will say it, and I'll agree.. These Taipan Vets are hard - if not impossible to beat.
[Very few other rifles fit into that same category]
**I could clone this reply and use it for KalibrGun rifles also**
Sam -
I exclusively shot .22 for over 20 years.. Then this past year, I had a short stint of trying out a few .25 cals.
One of the .25 cal rifles I got was a Taipan Veteran 'Shorty'. That Little Pup Was Absolutely A-M-A-Z-I-N-G.
My .25 cal phase was over fast. Too much power for what I want/need. Even with that 'Shorty'.
I passed that one one, but, I'd get another one of them [in .22 cal] any day and in a heartbeat!
They're stupid accurate and consistent, and their triggers are pretty much second to none!
[At least that I've come across - and that includes modified/tuned trigger setups too]
Many have said it, will say it, and I'll agree.. These Taipan Vets are hard - if not impossible to beat.
[Very few other rifles fit into that same category]
**I could clone this reply and use it for KalibrGun rifles also**
Sam -
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Here are mine. I'll never sell them. Awesome guns.
All three Made in Ukraine and wearing Leupold Mark AR 4-12 x 40 scopes.
Top: .22 shorty. HS currently backed-off to 22 FPE for 80 shots per fill.
8 pounds fully dressed as you see it.
Middle: Dave Cole's old .22 shorty sitting in a standard stock.
Running at 30 FPE for 50 shots. 8 pounds 4 oz.
Bottom: .25 shorty in a standard stock.
30 shots at just under 44 FPE. Wearing a SUMO. 8 pounds 9 oz.
All three Made in Ukraine and wearing Leupold Mark AR 4-12 x 40 scopes.
Top: .22 shorty. HS currently backed-off to 22 FPE for 80 shots per fill.
8 pounds fully dressed as you see it.
Middle: Dave Cole's old .22 shorty sitting in a standard stock.
Running at 30 FPE for 50 shots. 8 pounds 4 oz.
Bottom: .25 shorty in a standard stock.
30 shots at just under 44 FPE. Wearing a SUMO. 8 pounds 9 oz.
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So many users of Taipan here and nobody post any picture of barrel crown?? I would like to have idea how it should looks. THX
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I have never seen the crown on my Taipan and I have owned it for two years. There was never a need to go sniffing around in there. Octavius, your crown has a ding. Contact the dealer and get another barrel. Even if its just for peace of mind.
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Lol. It definitely shouldn't look like yours. It's as simple as that. Just imagine the whole crown without the damage like yours.
Edit: Also, you have already started your own thread about your issue. Ask more there. Some of the guys might not want to remove there shrouds or moderators because of point of impact shift.
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My day with the .22 standard, shooting 18g JSB @ 990 FPS. Added Huma reg and plenum extender. 50+ shots/fill. These were taken at 70-80 yards at the local farm today. Only a fraction of the total kills. At 75 yards this gun shoots sum MOA all day. Best truck gun in my collection. Will be the last gun I part with if the need arises.
Also have a .25 and .22 long that are not as accurate. Still working on tuning both.
Also have a .25 and .22 long that are not as accurate. Still working on tuning both.
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I echo this statement. You would also have to re-zero for each caliber or pellet/slug. It's best to just...
I agree with that. Once you are able to figure out what to shoot, the Taipans have like an eternal memory
That was pretty easy to figure out with my little Mutant, but I still haven't decided what suits my Veteran best. It's auditioning 31.2gr NSA slugs (.217) at 71FPE tomorrow.Upvote 0
Seriously though. I have never owned an FX. Shot one once, very nice trigger. Great accuracy. All that being said, I will get the Taipan. Simple, accurate, awesome trigger, anti-double loading feature, and supper reliable.
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Special Ed guy needs Christians help plz over on TOP POST Covid19 RWS34 post the link. Mines not working! PLZ thank! Yo!
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I basically used a chronograph and shot several 5 shot groups at different velocities to see which group was the best group. I used the hammer spring tensioner to vary the group size. My pellet of choice is the job 25 grain pellet. My current Vet is the .25 Compact. When I originally wrote the post you quoted, I had the Regular Vet. I have a friend that has a Regular size Vet in .25 and he uses the MKII Heavies and gets amazing groups.Can you give me a little more info on the harmonic tuning? What pellets and why the need? Just curious. I have a .25 standard coming this week. Thanks
Did you buy your rifle new or used? I would suggest your shot at least one tin to break in your gun before you fiddle with the HS. It may be good to go as is.
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I'll offer one tuning suggestion, and I apologize if this is old information for you. You can use the hammer spring tension adjustment to find your desired velocity. However, at that point you might not have a very efficient tune, since the spring tension and reg set point need to work together as a well balanced combination. Generally, your desired velocity should be around 95-97% of the maximum velocity at your reg set point. If it is much below that, you may be wasting air and generating unnecessary noise. A more efficient tune would give you a greater shot count and less sound. The Veteran is a great rifle, enjoy!
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