Other What should I get?
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I like the biathlon side lever. I’m thinking of getting some cross country skis and scooting around my Florida lawn to prepare for the Winter Olympics.
Since I shoot 99% of the time with a single shot tray with my Revere, it really doesn’t matter to me. I bought the Revere Safari because I don’t know what eye dominant my 5mon old son will have. I want to enjoy this rifle with him one day, and the Safari stock will ensure we can.
Since I shoot 99% of the time with a single shot tray with my Revere, it really doesn’t matter to me. I bought the Revere Safari because I don’t know what eye dominant my 5mon old son will have. I want to enjoy this rifle with him one day, and the Safari stock will ensure we can.
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Had an ultra SE and a Scorpion at one point. Nice guns, but they get a bit loud when the hammer is turned up. I couldn't get the actual action to be quiet when I had the power cranked. I guess it's that open hammer slot under the mag. Their shot strings had some curve to them I couldn't dial out and didn't want to go regulated. I do regret selling them sometimes.
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I've been really happy with my Huntsman Revere. Good luck choosing
Depending on your needs for power etc....Daystate Revere/Wolverrine, Taipan Vet2/wood 
, used RAW Wood, FX Dreamline or Crown, AA S510, Edgun R5M/Leshiy 2, Uragan V3....
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I'm not opposed to a bullpup, but it must be foward side lever. I'd probably go big bore in a bullpup, 357/9mm most likely. The ataman M2R would be nice, but rear cocking. I guess in that platform, quick follow ups aren't really necessary lol.
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I have a pretty wide variety of different air rifles, RAW, Daystate, FX Dreamline, FX Crown, AA S500, AA S510, LCS, Western Big Bore, EVOL, Taipans, Brocock, etc... And I have to say the Air Arms are second to none for fit and finish. Their bluing is outstanding and I would say the best looking rifle of all that I own, Not to mention that they are very accurate and shoot as well as my RAW's!!
If you are hunting, pesting and plinking, I would say you can't go wrong with the Huntsman/Revere or the Air Arms Ultimate Sporter. If you want to compete or shoot targets I would suggest a used RAW. You can pick them up 1300-1800 if you catch the right deal. Good luck on your decision and be sure to let us know what you decided upon!
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If you are hunting, pesting and plinking, I would say you can't go wrong with the Huntsman/Revere or the Air Arms Ultimate Sporter. If you want to compete or shoot targets I would suggest a used RAW. You can pick them up 1300-1800 if you catch the right deal. Good luck on your decision and be sure to let us know what you decided upon!
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P.S. I forgot to add if you want a terrific rifle that checks a lot of boxes, the MAC1/USFT can be found for about 1700 or so used and they are what I would consider an Heirloom type rifle to be handed down to generations. Seriously, not the most beautiful rifle but very good at what they do! I thought I would have mine forever but I had not touched it in over a couple years so a friend asked me if I was interested in selling it and I knew he would enjoy it and give it a good home! I would give serious consideration to a MAC1 if not already on your list. If you want a rifle that you only fill to about 1800 PSI and shoot it down to 1300 PSI and get 70 plus shots, very simple rifles and I know people that have had them 8-10 years and never had them serviced! So theres that too! But the MAC1 are heavy to shoulder.
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For me big bore starts @ 35 cal.
I own 3 of them and they are a lot of fun to shoot. Ammo ain’t cheap for them especially the 452. The big thing with owning a big bore is keeping up with the air consumption. I currently have two 98cf bottles, a 75 and an 18 and keep them fed with a Coltri/Daystate MCH6 compressor.
I have to admit to being caught flat footed with the air the big bores eat.
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So if I were to be leaning towards the s510 carbine, where would I find one to buy? My googling didn't find me much.
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357 would be my limit. The difference between 22 and 25 is enough to show me what stepping up to 357 would take. I have a yong heng and a 3L bottle, but don't want to kill them either.
Plus, I do a lot of shooting in the backyard, and the larger guns are louder and way more powerful once you get up past the 40 cal area.
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I thought I read somewhere that Pyramid/Airgun Depot were the exclusive dealer for factory Air Arms. I could be wrong.
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Your Air Arms S510 is a great choice. I had a S410 years ago, and it was a great rifle!
Id also recomend a FX, and since you prefer a traditional wood stock, Id go with the Crown, or Royale... IF you can find a new one.
Ive heard a lot of great things about the new, and inexpensive Avenger X, but not sure I like the wood stock version, and Ive never owned one.
Those would be my choices.
Congrats on the financial windfall!
Id also recomend a FX, and since you prefer a traditional wood stock, Id go with the Crown, or Royale... IF you can find a new one.
Ive heard a lot of great things about the new, and inexpensive Avenger X, but not sure I like the wood stock version, and Ive never owned one.
Those would be my choices.
Congrats on the financial windfall!
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So out of all the offerings mentioned, are any of these rifles good at slug shooting? Specifically the s510 and huntsman regal.
I don't do much slug shooting, but that's because my current guns don't like them.
I don't do much slug shooting, but that's because my current guns don't like them.
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I have a Revere in .177cal that loves ZAN slugs and H&N slugs. However you are seeking a larger caliber which I wouldn`t know. It is my impression that Daystate in generel shoots slugs quit well in all calibers.
I too was in your "shoes" some years back and ended up with a Revere. However the AA S510 was a strong candidate too and even to this day I still consider one to kill the brainfart. Another one you may want to look at too is the Steyr Hunting Challenge. I would say its the Rolls Royce.
STEYR Challenge Hunting
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