Farmer-of-the-Futre Posted June 17, 2011 Report Share Posted June 17, 2011 Hey guys, sorry for all of the posts about which pcp but if (thats a big if) i finally decide to get one i want to make sure i get a good one So, i was set on a s410 after shooting one and could not belive the accuracy! However after that i went more to the new shotgun side of the fence and now im on the pcp side So i have come to a conclusion (for now!) That i dont want to spend much over £400 for the kit (excluding scope) Was looking into the ultras but seem more atracted to the scorpion, i have seen a few used in hft shooting so they must be reasonably good! But do you think i could pick up a gun (new or s/h good condition) with charging kit for around £400 Not too worried about a silencer for now but when i start shooting more i may invest in one :yp: But i was thinking what other single shot pcps are on the market at a similar price for similar quality? havnt looked into any other brands but bsa and aa but the s200 is a bit ugly in my opinion, so what other rifles are out there? Sorry for the long write up, just want to give you an idea of what im after Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MogsAA Posted June 17, 2011 Report Share Posted June 17, 2011 What about the AA S400, my mates got a classic length one in.177 fantastic rifle very accurate and as with all AirArms products the fit and finish is top notch, not sure how much a new one is mind but dont think they more than £400! Safe shooting, MogsAA Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
-Mongrel- Posted June 17, 2011 Report Share Posted June 17, 2011 You'll get an AA S400 for closer to £300, I've recently bought a good one for that. That'll leave enough for a 2nd hand bottle and charging rig. Mines a .177 and plenty good enough to hunt as well as plenty accurate enough for HFT. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
team tractor Posted June 17, 2011 Report Share Posted June 17, 2011 I've got a s400 and I will never ever sell it but I also highly recommend the s200 . I've seen s400,s score 29 on an ft course and have achieved 25 myself out of 30 . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Farmer-of-the-Futre Posted June 18, 2011 Author Report Share Posted June 18, 2011 The s400 seems highly spoken of. Not suprised as it is the basis of a 410 which i know is an amazing rifle, was also looking at the ultras, have considered them before but i think i would rather wait for a Scorpion of the right price to come up. Will look into the 400s further and compare prices a bit. Would be nice to get it all for under £400 but i know that might be pushing it a bit. Looks like i will have to be working hard this harvest Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Farmer-of-the-Futre Posted June 20, 2011 Author Report Share Posted June 20, 2011 The 400s do seem a bit pricey. Think ill go for the scorpion, will have to look around to see where i can get one. There are some new ones on guntrader for £329 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lewj Posted June 20, 2011 Report Share Posted June 20, 2011 i have the t10 version and the s400 ,, the s400 great gun pellet on pellet, well built highly recomend Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sitsinhedges Posted June 20, 2011 Report Share Posted June 20, 2011 S400 with a Rowan mag conversion as you can afford it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Farmer-of-the-Futre Posted June 20, 2011 Author Report Share Posted June 20, 2011 How much do you reckon i could get a 400 for then? I think it is definaltly between that and the scorpion Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snipper Posted June 20, 2011 Report Share Posted June 20, 2011 the s200 is a good pcp but if you can find one cheap i'd get a Hogan ripley elite http://www.airgunbuyer.com/Showproducts.asp?cat=Air Rifles&SubCat=Hogan Air Rifles superb rifle and cheap secondhand as most people want multi shots Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ellebarto Posted June 21, 2011 Report Share Posted June 21, 2011 Based on your budget you seem to be more in BSA territory to me! You wont go far wrong with the Scorpion or the Ultra. In my humble opinion they look a lot better than most air rifles as well. Youll get new or nearly new for the budget and if you decide its working out you can have it modded to perform better. As it is it will shoot identical to most guns at twice its value. There is a lot of air rifle snobbery!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
-Mongrel- Posted June 21, 2011 Report Share Posted June 21, 2011 How much do you reckon i could get a 400 for then? I think it is definaltly between that and the scorpion There's one in my local dealer at £325 right now, privately you should get one cheaper. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ellebarto Posted June 21, 2011 Report Share Posted June 21, 2011 There's a mint Ultra on BSAOG with everything including a stirrup pump, scope and bag for £300. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bullet boy Posted June 21, 2011 Report Share Posted June 21, 2011 Have a look at the S400 would be my advice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YROCK Posted June 22, 2011 Report Share Posted June 22, 2011 BSA are good value for the money but the AAS400 is better Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ellebarto Posted June 23, 2011 Report Share Posted June 23, 2011 Twice as good? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jfkenpoman Posted June 23, 2011 Report Share Posted June 23, 2011 Hey guys, sorry for all of the posts about which pcp but if (thats a big if) i finally decide to get one i want to make sure i get a good one So, i was set on a s410 after shooting one and could not belive the accuracy! However after that i went more to the new shotgun side of the fence and now im on the pcp side So i have come to a conclusion (for now!) That i dont want to spend much over £400 for the kit (excluding scope) Was looking into the ultras but seem more atracted to the scorpion, i have seen a few used in hft shooting so they must be reasonably good! But do you think i could pick up a gun (new or s/h good condition) with charging kit for around £400 Not too worried about a silencer for now but when i start shooting more i may invest in one :yp: But i was thinking what other single shot pcps are on the market at a similar price for similar quality? havnt looked into any other brands but bsa and aa but the s200 is a bit ugly in my opinion, so what other rifles are out there? Sorry for the long write up, just want to give you an idea of what im after Hi there i have had a few guns, so here is my thoughts for you to consider. Personally first of all you need to decide what the gun will be used for !! what type of vermin are you wanting to shoot. Do you have to carry it long distances, how often are you going to be using it, and so on... I absolutely love the bsa scorpion T-10 tactical stock, multishot give you the chance to take a follow up shot quickly, in the event of wounding the target. I have had both the .177 and .22 . The .177 gives you a flatter trajectory and slightly increased range, the .22 having a larger cross sectional area gives more stopping power, but at closer range. You can pick up these models reasonably cheaply, i have just sold the .22 gun on its own for £300. Hope this is of some use to you regards Jon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ste eibar Posted June 23, 2011 Report Share Posted June 23, 2011 I would go for the AA S400 great gun's you will get a full kit for £400 easy. My S400 get's about 90-100 shot's per charge, BSA ultra's only get about 35-40 i think. Good luck with whatever you choose. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ellebarto Posted June 23, 2011 Report Share Posted June 23, 2011 Gun for £400 maybe not sure what your definition of full kit is! Your right about shot count though give or take 5. How many shots do you take when hunting though? it's plenty an keeps coming back to budget Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ste eibar Posted June 23, 2011 Report Share Posted June 23, 2011 Gun for £400 maybe not sure what your definition of full kit is! Your right about shot count though give or take 5. How many shots do you take when hunting though? it's plenty an keeps coming back to budget I got my S400 walnut, with scope, mod, sling, gunslip, and 3L dive bottle for £400 quid. All mint, **** scope but you can't grumble. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Farmer-of-the-Futre Posted June 24, 2011 Author Report Share Posted June 24, 2011 I would be very happy if i could find a gun and pump or bottle for £400. I have a scope to use and a mod can be bought later on. Not sure if i will need a sling and a case wont blow anyones wallet. Have seen some new scorpions on guntrader for £329 but not in the right area. Will have to try and get down the local shop asap and have a chat with the guys there The s400 seems to sound slightly better in some ways than the scorpion and the multishot conversion seems helpfull but i will have to see Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ellebarto Posted June 24, 2011 Report Share Posted June 24, 2011 The S400 probably is a better gun but I don't think for the extra money. Scorpions and most bsa's have multi shot conversion kits as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Farmer-of-the-Futre Posted June 25, 2011 Author Report Share Posted June 25, 2011 Dont worry lads got a Daystate Air Rnager today! Out of the blue, i know, but its amazing Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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