Big Power in a Small Package: Meet the MicroStrike

[Tpatner412]

why more power? For what use? It looks like their take on a notos style gun and id hope they are priced below it if they want to compete at all. For $189 a Notos is about impossible to beat but its limited to .22 only. Neat they did 177 and 25 as well. Options. Power is over rated. Guess it depends on your use.

A few things to keep in mind here as the MicroStrike is more expensive, but personally, I think it's well justified.
1) The MicroStrike is capable of more power than the notos in .22 (only caliber the Notos is made in)
2) The MicroStrike is all metal, only plastic on the gun is the buttstock and grip
3) You have an externally adjustable regulator and hammer spring for tuning
4) You can interchange between the three calibers quickly and easily (like the Avenge-X)
5) The folding stock allows you to quickly stow the gun in a shorter package than the Notos without any disassembly/parts removal required

Definitely hard to compete with the Notos on price, but I think you're getting a more feature rich product by comparison.

 

[PasadenaMike]

Sorry it’s all getting very repetitive

 

[zerochance]

I think if the MicroStrike was able to hit 850-880fps with the 18.13gr with 20 shots, it would be a hit. Love the Notos but I wish it could get at least 850fps even with the lighter 15.89gr.

 

[javelinaStank]

What are the physical dimensions? I’m looking for an air rifle for training kids and currently the Notos is my best option, but this might be a better fit depending. Common ammunition with the .25 I’m looking at myself would be nice too.

 

[zerochance]

What are the physical dimensions? I’m looking for an air rifle for training kids and currently the Notos is my best option, but this might be a better fit depending. Common ammunition with the .25 I’m looking at myself would be nice too.

My guess would be a similar size to the notos minus the moderator.

 

[markhooper]

By the looks the barrel is under 15 inches and the OAL is under 24 inches so it probably would meet AAFTA rules. If it needs a moderator to make it pleasing to your ears (and your squad partner!) then that might push it over the length requirements.

Tpatner said it's around 16" so it gives you a little room for moderator..
Mark

 

[Bramezy]

A few things to keep in mind here as the MicroStrike is more expensive, but personally, I think it's well justified.
1) The MicroStrike is capable of more power than the notos in .22 (only caliber the Notos is made in)
2) The MicroStrike is all metal, only plastic on the gun is the buttstock and grip
3) You have an externally adjustable regulator and hammer spring for tuning
4) You can interchange between the three calibers quickly and easily (like the Avenge-X)
5) The folding stock allows you to quickly stow the gun in a shorter package than the Notos without any disassembly/parts removal required

Definitely hard to compete with the Notos on price, but I think you're getting a more feature rich product by comparison.

Very cool features for sure. Value added. Once we figure all that out it will stand on its own.

 

[Gr8Recreation]

Are you looking for a compact air rifle with some power to it? We've got just the thing for you! Meet the Air Venturi MicroStrike, a versatile AR-style PCP with a 6-position folding stock. Go from pistol to carbine in seconds! Complete with a full-length picatinny rail and open sites, 1/2x20 threaded muzzle to add a muzzle break or moderator, and a smooth side lever action, this air rifle is perfect for hunting, target practice, pest control, and more!

This air rifle comes in:
.177: 900 fps with 8.4-grain pellets (15 fpe)
.22: 830 fps with 18.13-grain pellets (27 fpe)
.25: 735 fps with 25.4-grain pellets (30 fpe)

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Good looking pcp. Be nice if they changed the cocking lever. I would call it the “South Fenix”

 

[Firewalker]

Likes: No built-in moderator. Folding stock. AR-15 grip? Powerful.

Dislikes: NEEDS the biathlon cocking lever!

Dunno: Trigger is single or 2 stage? Adjustable?

 

[zerochance]

Likes: No built-in moderator. Folding stock. AR-15 grip? Powerful.

Dislikes: NEEDS the biathlon cocking lever!

Dunno: Trigger is single or 2 stage? Adjustable?

What will be your first modification?

 

[daddypaddy]

looks like a notos with a factory folding stock, AR grip, plenum, and threaded barrel.
specs looking like sub 700fps for 26 shots with .22cal

27fpe with 18gr doesn’t say how many shots.

 

[Peashooter]

I hope these find their way over to EU territory.

 

[30clipslinger]

why more power? For what use? It looks like their take on a notos style gun and id hope they are priced below it if they want to compete at all. For $189 a Notos is about impossible to beat but its limited to .22 only. Neat they did 177 and 25 as well. Options. Power is over rated. Guess it depends on your use.

Where did you find a notos for $189? Was it priced lower when it came out? I have only seen it for $265

 

[Floridaman2005]

Where did you find a notos for $189? Was it priced lower when it came out? I have only seen it for $265

Current price list. Has gone up a bit in the last few weeks. I got mine for $207 before shipping about 2 weeks ago.

 

[Firewalker]

What will be your first modification?

BOTTLE!!!!!

 

[Firewalker]

OPE!

" just 80cc’s of air"

BIG Bottle...

 

[Firewalker]

I do like the gun, I think it has merit but here is an open letter to AV:

"AV, listen up. We have the Notos, it has flaws, we understand that this carbine has several changes that the Notos does not have (thank you) but you really need to read this thread and comment as we go on. We have the world wide audience of those that care about airguns and we are not just throwing out BS.

PLEASE consider the biathlon cocking lever and stop this flat lever crap that started with the Notos!

You WANT to cream the Notos, you CAN be the one we choose but you NEED to follow the will of the users and put a useable gloved hand cocking lever on the Micro Strike!!

I'm modifying your gun as soon as its for sale, I putting a larger bottle on it and swapping out that poorly engineered cocking lever first off, I BEG of you, put me out of business!!!

Dave"

 

[Phillk83]

Needs more power, captain. Unless this is priced similarly to a Notos, meh

Looks like an air venturi made custom notos to me. Buck rail kit and a c88 machining plenum kit and there you go.

 

[Phillk83]

why more power? For what use? It looks like their take on a notos style gun and id hope they are priced below it if they want to compete at all. For $189 a Notos is about impossible to beat but its limited to .22 only. Neat they did 177 and 25 as well. Options. Power is over rated. Guess it depends on your use.

More power because always more power! (Insert Tim the tool man Taylor laugh here)

 

[OldVet]

It's AirVenturi no Umarex.
I like being able to adjust a regulator , and I wonder what this one can be turned up to. I only punch paper , but like power also. I mean who wants to count to 3 before the pellet hits.
I wounder what the cc of the tube is , or if it's removable , so I can put a little bottle on there for more shots. I already got a mod for it I have never seen on any air gun. I love it. Honestly can't wait. Well done AirVenturi.