blacta Posted July 17, 2008 Report Share Posted July 17, 2008 I have the opportunity to buy the said pcp rifle, but this will be my first PCP, i was wondering if there were any gunners who had one or did have one, any help would be appreciated Cheers Toby Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Axe Posted July 17, 2008 Report Share Posted July 17, 2008 Brilliant rifles, that are shrouded by a myth of problems. I had a Mk1 S-16 and it was very accurate and certainly had a feel good factor about it. For me though, it was slightly heavy and for my shorter arms, a little too long in the stock. Apart from that it was very reliable. You will no doubt come across people that say they are troublesome, that simply isnt true. Most of the problems encountered were more over because of improper use. If you follow the Logun manual to the letter opertationaly and service wise, you will enjoy the rifle to its max. I can reassure you that they are very accurate. Good examples complete with bag, scope, magazine, fill adapter, bi-pods and lazer can be purchased for around £300-£350 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blacta Posted July 17, 2008 Author Report Share Posted July 17, 2008 is that the first version or second? His is: 3yrs old don't know if it is second version, good scope, bipod, pump, bag, silencer he wants £450 is that over priced? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tweedledee Posted July 17, 2008 Report Share Posted July 17, 2008 the mk2 had a shrouded barrel. same size all the way wheras the mk 1 thinned off before the silencer.i found them awful. cold to the cheek.i`d much prefer a sporter like a s410 or hw100.up to yourself though.if it`s what you fancy buy it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Axe Posted July 17, 2008 Report Share Posted July 17, 2008 If its a Mk2 it will be labelled S-16S which is the shrouded version and comes with a pump, i'd say its a fair price. I would say however, that you should check it out and then check out alternatives. What you must take onboard is that the S-16 just like the Rapid 7 and the BSA S-10 to name a few, all have a large air reservoir. Pumping them with a manual pump is not for the feint hearted. This is when you will learn about Dive Shops and Air Tanks. It is also when you start to consider if your first choice was the right one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ferretman Posted July 17, 2008 Report Share Posted July 17, 2008 get a rapid mate. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tweedledee Posted July 17, 2008 Report Share Posted July 17, 2008 get a rapid mate. in non fac format there are much better rifles out there than a rapid. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ferretman Posted July 17, 2008 Report Share Posted July 17, 2008 its wot ever dose it for you a rapid dont in no fAC but it dose for me lol. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blacta Posted July 17, 2008 Author Report Share Posted July 17, 2008 any other good PCP's that are around 250-400 squid? Logun Solo? Cheers 4 replies Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bullet boy Posted July 17, 2008 Report Share Posted July 17, 2008 Im the same as ferretman-get a secondhand Rapid! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blacta Posted July 17, 2008 Author Report Share Posted July 17, 2008 cant afford it im afraid! 250-400 is my budget! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Axe Posted July 18, 2008 Report Share Posted July 18, 2008 The thing with the original deal as I said, is the pump. Pumping the bottle up on the S16 is going to take some effort. I would look towards getting a rifle with a smaller capacity. You could also consider the compromise and go for a gasram instead. Good quality budget PCP setup would be an AirArms S200. But with all things firearm, its personal preference. Get down to a local club, they will be more than happy for you to try some rifles out etc and give you advice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blacta Posted July 18, 2008 Author Report Share Posted July 18, 2008 any veiws in tyhe Webly venom viper? its the old version of the s-16 i think i'll leave it, great advice! :yp: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peacey Posted July 19, 2008 Report Share Posted July 19, 2008 For your money I'd have the s200, handled one yesterday and it felt great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TONYG Posted July 19, 2008 Report Share Posted July 19, 2008 cant afford it im afraid! 250-400 is my budget! for around £350-400,i would be lookin for a air arms s410,probably the only rifle you will ever need Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JJaxeman Posted July 20, 2008 Report Share Posted July 20, 2008 I use a S16s myself aswell as a Rapid although that is a FAC one and I love the S16s it does exactly what you want the only downside I would say is the weight but that is it forget the myth about Jam's that is just user error have made many a rabbit pie/sausage's thanks to my S16s . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
airssassin Posted July 24, 2008 Report Share Posted July 24, 2008 I had an S-16 for a while. Great rifles. Very robust and reliable contrary to popular belief. You just have to read the manual and do what it says (Logun grease the O-rings on the bottle and mag and don't pussy foot about when using the cocking bolt). If you are after rabbits, I can't think of a better choice for the money because you can rest all that weight on a bipod and shoot away. No wood to break, scratch and it takes down nicely for transportation. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomw88 Posted July 25, 2008 Report Share Posted July 25, 2008 my S16S is still for sale if you want it... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BSA Shaun Posted July 25, 2008 Report Share Posted July 25, 2008 S16's are good rifles, but Axe makes the perfect point - filling it is going to be a task and a half with a pump, so you have a choice: S16 with a bottle or Another make e.g BSA, Weirauch, Air Arms with a pump, easily reachable at that budget Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blacta Posted July 26, 2008 Author Report Share Posted July 26, 2008 iv left the S16s idea sale pending for a AA s200 second hand!! Thanks 4 all your help it was very useful! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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