I am new to PCP, what is the best entry level rifle?
i understand liver is good for ya and might share that info. doesn't mean i'd eat it.But a Marauder is a PCP.
Because I prefer unregulated rifles,..the Standard is cheaper, lighter, more simple, still has a 5 sets transfer port adjustment and in my case the Standard is more accurate then the MAX.Why standard? Instead of the regulated Maxx.?
The Aircuda Standard is way superior to a Marauder on a number of aspects, quite a big numberBut a Marauder is a PCP.
This is a very underrated recommendation. The basic Marauder has decent power in each caliber. If you're willing to watch one of the many youtu.be videos to customize or tune it, you'll get a lot of bang for the buck. I've tuned a 177 down to sub 12 and see 25s tuned hot to take raccoons. It can do the job in many situations. It's an accurate and reliable optionMy vote is the Benjamin Marauder. I own one and it is extremely impressive for what it cost. I have seen used Marauders sold on this forum for $200. I started with an Umarex Origin and would not recommend that rifle. It was not accurate.
I would look for a rifle with a regulator myself.
Air rifles in general need maintence such as orings. I like DIY ownership, so I would see if the model of choice is easy to maintain.
Youtube has some good reference material.
I also started with a Marauder and enjoy it. It was used and very affordable.I say buy the best you can afford on your budget. I had been shooting a Benjamin 397 for about 10 years before I bought a PCP gun. My budget was $1000 to start. A Marauder, cheap scope and a hand pump is how I started out with PCP rifles about 8 years ago using some leftover tax refund money. The Mrod had me occupied for about 7 years before I bought a more expensive PCP rifle. Still have it and still shoot it. I never did find that I needed to spend money on a compressor, even with two guns to fill.
Sage advice ! I come from a rifle shooting background ...still got a few dozen bangers from .22's to 375 H & H back home in Oz, but, as I live much of the year in Europe now I decided to try air rifles (to keep my eye in and not have to worry about PIA licensing/registration etc)....after getting a springer and not being overly thrilled... I bought a Hatsan Flash Pup PCP .... now I am hooked... and want an FX PCP .....soooo buy the best you can afford ....(.and then double it !!!)Just cough it out and but what you want, you’ll only wasting money in the long run. You’ll never be satisfied once fall into this hobby with any entry or mid level pcp.