Review of the AmericanAirArms .357 Slayer BullPup

Nomadic Pirate · Jul 10, 2015

There's plenty power for Body shots and the 160gr bullet has a Huge Meplat so it would be devastating,
now. I won't take bodyshots because the vegetation is so thick the chances of not recovering are real big, Hogs stop bleeding fast even with a huge broadhead hole on both sides.

I might take a neck shot depending on the situation.

Gunnertrones · Jul 10, 2015

That is awesome! Checking right now whether it will be available in Norway in the .30 version. (Beco trading).

Edit: Not available......

Removed · Jul 10, 2015

"Ted"I just spent 20 minutes clicking every link on AAA's website. It is all a big tease right now. Even the angles on the gun photos left me trying to hold my laptop at an angle to see if I could get a better view. I'm not much of a big-bore guy, but those regulated smaller calibers sure have my attention.

Questions:

Is the block one piece or two (top and bottom)?

Who makes the barrel?

Different barrels for high-power vs low power versions?

Is Hawaii experiencing drought?
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The trigger looks similar to the one on Daystate electronic guns (which are very very light).

The silver air cylinder gives the gun a very distinct look.

Love all the railing - very practical

The visual balance is very nice, imo.
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Really looking forward to more info trickling out - especially on the regulated smaller calibers.
Thanks for the introduction.

1. Ted!!! The gun is Badass,the reason behind having Manny,myself and one other shoot the gun in hunting situations is to make the gun as close to perfect as a bullpup can be. The rifle versions will be very big sellers I'm sure.

Nomadic Pirate · Jul 10, 2015

OK, I've been praising this gun enough now

time to write about the Negatives.

Since I can't find any Mechanical flaws, Sidelever/Magazine combo is spectacular, Ergonomics, Balance, Weight are very, very good, Noise is exceptionally low, Accuracy is great, Power, Shot count great.

Fit and finish, materials (titanium Airtube) are top notch,........ all I have left is my personal ( subjective ) dislikes of the gun than

I already mentioned a couple, like the trigger too light ( but I guess that for the majority is a big plus )
the absence of a Barrel band ( guess that is geared to greater accuracy ) I realise the gun is structurally solid but for me that I throw them in my back back for transport, consistently lean them against trees and such the lack of a solid barrel band makes me a bit uneasy even if I know the gun is solid.

The gauge on the front of the tube I really dislike, I remember when my friend brought his bran knew BT 65 and I was checking the psi I just wasn't comfortable and still I am checking it in this gun, I just don't like ever getting my head in the vicinity of the front of the barrel.

The last thing I don't like is the foster, I realise the was majority of the people prefer them but I prefer Probes.

All in all I think I have a very weak case against this gun

JMO, I would have a barrel band, a probe filling in the front and the gauge where the foster is.

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Bradyman1 · Jul 10, 2015

I must agree with the gauge on the end of the tube. That would freak me out a bit. I am not a fan of looking down the barrel of a gun.

Other than that sounds like an awesome gun!!

FukoChan · Jul 10, 2015

Same, I just got a wildcat with a defective safety so you can imagine how I feel sticking my face in front of the barrel to check the pressure.

Removed · Jul 11, 2015

"Nomadic Pirate"OK, I've been praising this gun enough now

time to write about the Negatives.

Since I can't find any Mechanical flaws, Sidelever/Magazine combo is spectacular, Ergonomics, Balance, Weight are very, very good, Noise is exceptionally low, Accuracy is great, Power, Shot count great.

Fit and finish, materials (titanium Airtube) are top notch,........ all I have left is my personal ( subjective ) dislikes of the gun than

I already mentioned a couple, like the trigger too light ( but I guess that for the majority is a big plus )
the absence of a Barrel band ( guess that is geared to greater accuracy ) I realise the gun is structurally solid but for me that I throw them in my back back for transport, consistently lean them against trees and such the lack of a solid barrel band makes me a bit uneasy even if I know the gun is solid.

The gauge on the front of the tube I really dislike, I remember when my friend brought his bran knew BT 65 and I was checking the psi I just wasn't comfortable and still I am checking it in this gun, I just don't like ever getting my head in the vicinity of the front of the barrel.

The last thing I don't like is the foster, I realise the was majority of the people prefer them but I prefer Probes.

All in all I think I have a very weak case against this gun

JMO, I would have a barrel band, a probe filling in the front and the gauge

Glad to hear you had a chance to look over the gun and nit pick,was able to shoot it myself today and I totally agree on the barrel band and as far as I know one may be added along with a rail on top to allow for mounting a front sight if needed. As far as the pressure gauge goes I can see how that may be sketchy for some, for me I honestly never look at it because I know I have 6 shots before refill. I check the pressure with my tank. The gun truly is a powerful beast though and a thrill to shoot. Kinda scary power ;-)

Nomadic Pirate · Jul 11, 2015

The open sights option would be Wicked !!! ...a set of AR15 sights would fit the Slayer real well

blackdiesel · Jul 11, 2015

I guess the gauge location is something big for a person that pumps. Me, I never look at the gauge on my gun when filling, I look at the gauge on my fill assembly when filling and I know when I need to recharge the air on my guns.

100mtrbench · Jul 11, 2015

A pump, and a 9mm air rifle

You'll be spending 10 minutes of pumping for 10 shots ?

Well, at least you're not shooting pigs with a 0.177 Gamo like some idiots on youtube

Nomadic Pirate · Jul 11, 2015

Been Pumping .357 .45 and .50 cal Airguns for years now.

Air freedom can't be beat

100mtrbench · Jul 11, 2015

Fair enough

blackdiesel · Jul 11, 2015

"Nomadic Pirate"Been Pumping .357 .45 and .50 cal Airguns for years now.

Air freedom can't be beat

It can be beat with carbon fiber tanks

Nomadic Pirate · Jul 16, 2015

Got the New Fill port in

And in a few minutes did the exchange.

And now I'm airing the gun back up,.....it might take awhile

Report to moderator

98.155.78.237

North Shore Oahu Hawaii

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Nomadic Pirate · Jul 17, 2015

Sorry, but the post it's a cut and paste from an other forum,.....in any case, what would be the problem if that list appears in my posts when I cut and paste them ? ..... I'm curious now

Nomadic Pirate · Jul 17, 2015

Well, I was hoping for the Modarator to chime in, or at least gimme an heads up with a PM,......but NADA, ho well.....

Removed · Jul 17, 2015

How's it working out Manny?

Nomadic Pirate · Jul 18, 2015

"Crosman999"How's it working out Manny?

This is one Sick gun indeed, Been shooting a bunch yesterday and getting reacquainted to the gun, if I find time I'll make a couple of videos in the next couple days and she'll go hunting on Wednesday

Ben10 · Jul 18, 2015

"Nomadic Pirate"Well, I was hoping for the Modarator to chime in, or at least gimme an heads up with a PM,......but NADA, ho well.....

I'm not a mod but I read what Ted said before, it's because it buggers up the search function because if someone searches a gun all of your posts will come up and muddy the waters.

Nomadic Pirate · Jul 18, 2015

But it's not all of my posts it's just the very few that I cut and paste from an other forum

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