I just picked up air rifle as my new hobby, I was wondering if anyone knows any good price pcp air rifle, not a fancy expensive one but a decent one to start off with. Any replies would be greatly appreciated!
New to air rifle hunting
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I would recommend same as a lot of guys probably will .Benjamin Marauder. It's a great gun for the money , kinda get ya headed In right direction, and Lots of info and help available if ya like to tinker
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Marauder would also be my first choice (if I had it to do over again lol) but the Benjamin Discovery is also a really good starter PCP. Not that difficult to fill with a pump and lot's of modification can be done to it.
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I started with the .22 Discovery ..... and after many many air guns later..... I still enjoy the simple low cost gun...
Very accurate.... I am always surprised how well this gun shoots....
If you go with a Marauder... try the .25 cal. I have four Marauders and the .25 is the most accurate... plus it hits hard for hunting....
Very accurate.... I am always surprised how well this gun shoots....
If you go with a Marauder... try the .25 cal. I have four Marauders and the .25 is the most accurate... plus it hits hard for hunting....
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Prodigy, what rifle you chose depends on your intended use. I currently have a Benjamin Discovery in .22 that I will probably keep forever. Great gun. Inexpensive. Easy to fill with a hand pump. Accurate and good for small game hunting and lots of target shooting. I also use mine for Hunter Field Target competition and yes, it's not the most expensive gun on the line but I have lots of fun and it's my go to gun most of the time.
As far as the Marauder, I just sold a very accurate .25 that I loved but it is heavier and longer than my Disco. Very accurate though and better for longer ranges and bigger game than my Disco. (75-100 yards)
Hope this helps....
As far as the Marauder, I just sold a very accurate .25 that I loved but it is heavier and longer than my Disco. Very accurate though and better for longer ranges and bigger game than my Disco. (75-100 yards)
Hope this helps....
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When I was shopping for my adult son a PCP for this Christmas my first choice was the Marauder as well. However, I upped the ante to a Daystate Regal XL. He loves it!
The reason I switched (I know the Daystate is 3x's the money) is because of the quality of the build and sleekness of the look. I read a lot of good things about the Marauder though.
The reason I switched (I know the Daystate is 3x's the money) is because of the quality of the build and sleekness of the look. I read a lot of good things about the Marauder though.
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There's currently a used Marauder with bi-pod and scope in the classified section for $550. That's a pretty good deal, but remember that you'll also need, at a minimum, a hi-pressure pump. That'll set you back another $150-$250 depending on what type you buy.
http://airgunnation.dev/topic/synthetic-marauder-25-scope-bi-pod/
http://airgunnation.dev/topic/synthetic-marauder-25-scope-bi-pod/
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If you're looking brand new the Benjamin Marauder .25 with the AFTERSANTA-15 coupon from PA , Thanks ztirffritz btw! Is a good start. The .22 was too finicky but it did get the job done while hunting.
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Thank you all! I'll start saving up so I can get the marauder or discovery, I was watching reviews on both and they both are pretty accurate. Many thanks to everyone that has helped me! 
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Check out the Hatsan BT65 Elite also.
http://www.fieldsupply.com/general-store/airguns/hatsan-bt65sb-elite-pcp-rifle-black.html
http://www.fieldsupply.com/general-store/airguns/hatsan-bt65sb-elite-pcp-rifle-black.html
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Based on the OP'S words, I would assume that a regulated pcp isn't in his budget. I do agree that regulated pcp's are great, but too expensive for most first time pcp buyers.
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