So even the Huben pump sounds like a winner,.....those guys are doing something right.I prefer well filtered air from my compressor. I bought one shortly before the thread dflo referenced surfaced as a backup in the event of an extended power outage. Haven't had it long enough to vouch for the reliability however it is eloquent compared to the other three pumps in my inventory. It's light enough to tote in a Camelbak Mule. The folding feet and handles are exceptionally well done. When you unscrew the pressure relief valve it has a lever with a catch that locks the pump tube in place for storage or transport. Add an old tent post bag and a silicone mat and you're set for field use.
Saved the best for last. My Benjamin and Chinese pump become difficult at 2,800 psi. I tried the Chinese one topping off a Leshiy 2 once as an experiment. If I recall correctly I hit 3,600 or 3700 psi before my 150ish lb. weight was suspended by the air pressure. Haven't tried the ancient one I bought from Tim at Mac1 for my 707 in 97 in 25 years. It has a fitting for a scuba tank adapter and was next to impossible to top off the Career when I weighed 140 lbs. Thankfully the local fire department would fill my tank. The Huben is in an entirely different league. With healthy living my weight is back to what it was in my 20s. At 130 lbs. 3500 bar is easy and the pump is built with Huben quality. I think it's a no-brainer and highly recommended it.
Kelly didn't have stock and directed me to Ares Tactical. The price was very reasonable. Zachary was fun to talk with and the pump arrived with the package completely wrapped in paper and plastic. Remove the plastic and replace it with string and you would have thought you were back in the early 60s, very impressed.
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