I have a S510 and DRS (600mm) both in .22 caliber.
I like both, for different reasons, but I would definitely go for the DRS if I had to choose one.
Accuracy, triggers, form, fit, and function are close enough that it comes down to personal preference.
But there are definite differences between the two PCPs...
The S510 is based 15 year old old technology and is a fixed configuration - no options for changing calibers. Other than a crude transfer port selector there is no easy user adjustments available (you have to disassemble and swap parts) so you are stuck with the factory tune and whatever compatible pellet you can find. The S510 is long and heavy. The magazine system is a bit odd on the S510, it's delicate and appears to be an after thought add-on.
The DRS is current tech. It's best you buy the model, caliber and configuration you need (e.g. Classic or Pro) but you have the option to change to whatever you want later. The factory tune is fine but the DRS can be adjusted to shoot at different power levels, tuned to the projectile of choice. The DRS is wonderfully light weight.
So, basically it's a choice between old vs new, fixed configuration vs a flexible one and heavy vs light.
That being said, both are smooth, accurate and fun to shoot - straight out of the box.
I strongly suggest that you physically handle both rifles to see how they feel for you. I had a big problem with the shape of the cheek piece of the S510 that I couldn't resolve, I had to buy the laminated stock with the adjustable cheek piece to be able to get a proper cheek weld.
Good luck with your purchase!
Cheers!
I like both, for different reasons, but I would definitely go for the DRS if I had to choose one.
Accuracy, triggers, form, fit, and function are close enough that it comes down to personal preference.
But there are definite differences between the two PCPs...
The S510 is based 15 year old old technology and is a fixed configuration - no options for changing calibers. Other than a crude transfer port selector there is no easy user adjustments available (you have to disassemble and swap parts) so you are stuck with the factory tune and whatever compatible pellet you can find. The S510 is long and heavy. The magazine system is a bit odd on the S510, it's delicate and appears to be an after thought add-on.
The DRS is current tech. It's best you buy the model, caliber and configuration you need (e.g. Classic or Pro) but you have the option to change to whatever you want later. The factory tune is fine but the DRS can be adjusted to shoot at different power levels, tuned to the projectile of choice. The DRS is wonderfully light weight.
So, basically it's a choice between old vs new, fixed configuration vs a flexible one and heavy vs light.
That being said, both are smooth, accurate and fun to shoot - straight out of the box.
I strongly suggest that you physically handle both rifles to see how they feel for you. I had a big problem with the shape of the cheek piece of the S510 that I couldn't resolve, I had to buy the laminated stock with the adjustable cheek piece to be able to get a proper cheek weld.
Good luck with your purchase!
Cheers!
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I can look at a target and trace back to the settings on the PCP and the velocities for a particular group. Often, that's useful.