Author Topic: Questions concerning PreCharged Pneumatic's.... (Read 764 times)

FOsteology · « **on:** July 01, 2004, 04:54:02 PM »

Never mind!

Did additional research and have determined that the FX Cyclone in .22 caliber is what I want for my first PCP :grin:

Lawdog · « **Reply #1 on:** July 02, 2004, 09:43:51 AM »

FOsteology,

From what i have heard the FX Cyclone is a good choice. Let us know when you get it. Small groups and tight lines to you. Lawdog

El Caro · « **Reply #2 on:** July 03, 2004, 06:57:34 AM »

Have a look at this from a UK site

http://www.ukahft.org.uk/bullbarrel.htm
El caro

mjfa · « **Reply #3 on:** July 27, 2004, 11:31:12 PM »

FX produces very fine guns that is why Logun is selling some airguns produced by FX of Sweden under the Logun name (Logun/FX2000, Logun Gladi8or, Logun Domin8or). I have just received a Domin8or and although have not shooted it extensively yet, can tell you it is finely crafted, accurate and has power to spare (actually it is my most powerfull airgun). I do own a few fine airguns that let me compare this new Dominator in the craftmanship, accuracy and power departments against good reference points, ie. Anschutz CA2002, Feinwerkbau 300S, Feinwerkbau 90S, HW80, Beeman RX2, Beeman R9, Diana 45, Diana 36, IZH-46M. Also has replaced the internals and installed tune kits on the Feinwerkbau 300S, HW80 and R9, I think this gives me some insight to recognize quality on an airgun. If your decision is toward the FX Cyclone go ahead and acquire it, you'll be enjoying such a fine gun and a purchase you'll never regret.

FOsteology · « **Reply #4 on:** July 29, 2004, 06:10:07 AM »

Thanks for the information and comparisions. I'm going to purchase a Cyclone.....when I can scrape together the $$$. In addition to the airgun, I need to buy a pump, quality scope, and rings! Adds up quickly and rather pricey! :eek:

mjfa · « **Reply #5 on:** July 29, 2004, 06:25:58 PM »

If you have the facility of a nearby Scuba Shop or Fire Station who are willing to recharge air tanks for you, it would be better than a pump. You'll spend more time enjoying your toy and less time working out a pump, won't have the moisture condensation issues associated with pumps (some airgun manufacturers advice against the use of hand pumps and only recommend SCUBA breathing air on their products) and the initial cost is almost the same. There's allways used SCUBA tanks for sale which go for about $70. All you have to check is that the last stamped hydrostatic test is up-to-date (it has to be re-tested every 5 years, and the 80 cu.ft. 3000 psi Alum tank has a life expectancy of 15 yrs or more as long as it passes the hydro test), that the tank is not older than 10 yrs (verify with the original test stamped date) and that the valve when closed is not leaking. Also some Scuba Shops sell new tanks at about $150, offering free air fills on that tank for one year. You'll need to add the cost of the yoke adapter with hose that is around $100, totaling between $170-$250 for the complete Scuba recharge system. A new pump costs about $200 plus $40 for the filter necessary to reduce impurities and moisture.
One of the advantages of PCP's is that being recoilless they are mild on the scopes and do not wreck them apart as springers do. This fact lets you save some $ on the scope and mounts. For my new Domin8or I have bougth a Leapers Accushot 4-16x50mm with Adjustable Objective, illuminated reticle, fully coated lenses, nitrogen filled 1pc tube, for $99. You'll be amazed at the optics quality of this scope, although not sure if it could sustain the pounding of a magnum springer I believe it should last long on a 35 fpe PCP. Mounted on a pair of Gamo scope rings ($15) it makes for a good inexpensive scope/mount system with optics and features of a $300+ scope.