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Meopta Riflescopes Are Coming To Airguns Of Arizona.

Wednesday, July 29, 2020

Latest news is that a range of Meopta riflescopes is becoming available at Airguns of Arizona. They’re so new that deliveries are still arriving day-by-day. They’ve not even made it to the AoA web site yet. But they will soon…

I’ve been examining one model and have been very impressed. It’s a 3-18×56 RD FFP scope, one of the Meopta Optika6 range.

Meopta Optika6 riflescopes are the latest introduction from this long-established US/Czech optical company. Yes, you read this right, Meopta has long been a company which “spans the Pond” with operations in continents either side of the Atlantic Ocean!

As is typical with Meopta riflescopes, this new family is available in a large number of magnification and reticle combinations.

A number of these new Meopta Optika6 scopes is suitable for use with PCP airguns, including this one. The company is also expanding its distribution into the airgun market. So now you can buy Meopta scopes from AoA. They’re an excellent match with Brocock and Weihrauch PCP air rifles.

The Optika6 3-18×56 RD FFP scope with Z-Plus RD reticle also performed very well when matched with SportsMatch rings and the Daystate Wolverine…

Make no mistake, this Optika6 3-18×56 RD FFP scope is a substantial piece of optical equipment. With a 30 mm diameter tube and 56 mm objective (front) lens, it weighs-in at 30.5 Ounces. That’s approaching 2 Lbs.

Combined with a 14.5 Inch overall length, this gives a very robust feeling to the scope. The quality impression is reinforced by all other aspects of the product.

What makes this scope particularly suitable for airgun use is the combination of close focusing and a MOA-graduated reticle.

The side parallax correction allows focusing down to 10 Yards. This is achieved – as expected – using the left side turret. That left turret also includes the intensity control for the selectable red dot center of the reticle. It’s on the outside ring, marked 1 . 2 . etc.

Meopta’s ZPlus Rd reticle has 2 MOA wind and elevation correction. This is combined with a 1 MOA red-illuminated central aiming point in this First Focal Plane (FFP) version. Note that a Second Focal Plane version is also available, if required.

Full details of all the graduations (A, B, C etc) are provided on the Meopta website. It’s best to check them out there.

In practical use, I found Meopta’s FFP reticle to be pleasant to use. It doesn’t seem too tiny at low magnifications or too think at high mags, as can happen with some other FFP scopes.

The selectable red dot is an useful addition in dull conditions and provides a controllable level of brightness when enabled.

The elevation turret is fully exposed and click-adjustable. Push down to lock the setting after making any changes. This turret also features zero stop elevation that allows the shooter to have a definite return-to-zero point if they choose to dial-in, rather than holding-over using the reticle. Standard click values are 0.25 MOA per click adjustment.

In normal use the windage turret is capped. Removing the cap allows for adjustment, of course, as we can see below.

Turrets, zoom and focusing controls are all covered in attractive – and aggressive – black rubber. These heavy duty control surfaces make them very easy to operate, particularly in cold and wet conditions.

In addition, you’ll see that the magnification control ring has a number of tapped holes set around its diameter. These are to allow the user to attach a supplied lever. That comes in useful if you wish to make magnification changes even quicker.

As you can see, all lettering and numbering is superbly-easy to read. It stands-out very clearly from the high quality matt black finish of the scope.

One unusual feature of Meopta riflescopes is their ability to accept screw-in filters in front of the objective lens. This allows for extreme customization based on both your own eyesight and field conditions, for example by adding color or neutral density filters. The Meopta Optika6 3-18×56 RD FFP scope accepts M61 x 0.75-threaded filters.

Meopta makes high optical claims for their products. This undoubtedly explains the very high image quality visible through this scope.

Optika6 scopes incoprorate MeoBright, a proprietary ion-assisted lens multi-coating that’s applied to all air-to-glass optical surfaces. The company claims that this ion- assisted multi-coatings eliminate glare and reflections and delivers an industry leading 99.7% light transmission per lens surface.

In addition, MeoShield ion-assisted coating protects external lens surfaces and delivers enhanced resistance to scratching or abrasion in extreme conditions. Meopta says that MeoShield meets military specifications for durability and surface hardness. That’s great news for long-term resistance to scratching in the field.

All-in-all, I found that the Meopta Optika6 3-18×56 RD FFP riflescope gives outstanding performance for an attractive – sub $800 – price.

The full range of Meopta riflescopes being handled by AoA will be revealed in the coming weeks. But you can phone-in to discover the models that are in stock today…

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It’s A July 4th Special New Airgun – The Daystate Huntsman Revere

Saturday, July 4, 2020

It’s the Fourth of July, so what better celebration could there be than to welcome a special new air rifle. It’s the Daystate Huntsman Revere!

And if you think that’s a coincidence, it’s not. This new Huntsman model is named in inspiration of Paul Revere, the Boston silversmith and patriot.

The Huntsman Revere is a sidelever version of of Daystate’s longest-running and best-selling Huntsman model. But there’s more more improvements than that in this new version.

The Revere offers up to 40 Ft/Lbs of Muzzle Energy in .25 caliber. The .22 cal has a maximum of 30 Ft/Lbs, while the .177 model can achieve up to 18 Ft/Lbs

Naturally, a HUMA-Air Regulator is incorporated in the design. This allows these power levels to be combined with up to 60 consistent shots per fill in .177 caliber. In .22 cal it’s 40 shots, while the .25 cal version achieves 15 shots per fill, according to Daystate

Furthermore, the Revere sports a new-look breech. The action is also optimized to work with an all-new gate-loading self-indexing magazine system.

This new magazine has a higher capacity than previous Daystate magazines. A total of 13 shots in .177 caliber, 11 in .22 and 10 in .25 cal.

The new magazines also fits all current current production Daystate air rifles including the Wolverine. They also fit older Daystate models manufactured since 2012. So many existing Daystate owners can upgrade to the new loading system.

This new magazine is similar to – but not completely identical with – the new style magazine announced for the forthcoming Delta Wolf. For example, it does not include the capability to install two magazines back-to-back.

Also included in the Revere package is Daystate’s latest single-shot loading tray for those who do not need the speedy re-loads offered by a magazine.

Daystate says that the stylish new sporter stock holds the action lower than in previous models, for improved handling. Interestingly this stock breaks the current mold by NOT being ambidextrous. There’s actually separate right-and left-handed versions of the Revere.

Unusually, for the benefit of Southpaws, the Huntsman Revere is available in “true” left-handed configuration, with left-handed cocking and magazine access.

Added to this list of new features, there’s Daystate’s traditional shrouded, 17-Inch match-grade barrel and two-stage adjustable trigger.

Overall length is the same for all Huntsman Revere models at 36.5 Inches. Ditto the weight at 6.2 Lbs (plus scope, of course).

The first shipment of Daystate Huntsman Revere air rifles is already well on its way to the USA from the UK factory. It will be available at Airguns of Arizona in – literally – the next couple of days!

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The Compatto – A New Dawn For Brocock

Wednesday, May 13, 2020

It seems a long time ago now – but really, it’s not…

Brocock became part of the group that includes Daystate and MTC Optics in 2014. New ownership brought with it a new direction and impetus to the previously somewhat quirky British airgun brand.

And change was not long in coming! Already at the March 2015 IWA Show, a prototype was displayed of a new, unique, semi-bullpup air rifle. Here it is, below.

This prototype was a first public sighting of the design that became the Brocock Compatto. It went into production later that year.

From the start, the Brocock Compatto was an innovative air rifle. It was a small, light PCP with this – then unusual – semi-bullpup configuration.

That unique semi-bullpup design brings many benefits in compactness and handling, without incurring some of the operational issues that can be encountered with some regular bullpup designs. The bolt handle is much better positioned for operation, for example.

The fundamental correctness of this core design is why the Compatto is still a viable new air rifle. It’s also why it has spawned a range of other versions – like the Commander, Concept Lite, Bantam and more.

In fact, the Brocock Compatto is all about handling! This is one of the easiest-shooting air rifles I’ve ever tested.

Then there’s the two-stage trigger. On the Compatto I tested, the first stage was incredibly light, and, although the second stage breaks at less than 1 Lb, was easy to find. Once the second stage was reached, a slight backward pull breaks the sear very crisply. This is a glass like trigger break that is very pleasant to use.

The manual safety is a “paddle type” that flips from side-to side. It’s inside the trigger guard, just in front of the trigger itself. This is a convenient location for the safety and it works precisely.

The safety pushes to the left to disengage. This is easy and natural for right-handers, but not so for southpaws, who may find it necessary to break their hold on the gun to let off the safety. On the other hand, setting the safety is more difficult for the right-handed shooter…

Bolt operation of the Brocock Compatto is also easy and precise. The bolt cocks on opening, so the pull action is harder than the push, as is normal with clip-fed repeating PCP air rifles.

There’s no binding or hesitancy, as is sometimes found in a bolt action.The compact, semi-bullpup design really pays off in real-life use and makes the Compatto a strong choice for airgun hunting, particularly if you need to move rapidly into position.

Shootability is enhanced by the good cheek weld obtained from the comb of the buttstock. This is a major contributor to consistent accuracy, as is well known. The ballistic nylon stock has a textured finish to minimize the chances of wet hands slipping unintentionally.

Another aspect here is the excellent grip provided by the rubber buttpad, together with the range of vertical adjustment it provides.

The thumbhole stock configuration makes grasping the Compatto easy and natural with the trigger hand.

Fitted with an average-size scope, the Brocock Compatto weighs-in at well under 9 Lbs. The carbine-like overall length of 37.5 Inches is short and the weight is concentrated comfortably to the rear of the gun. The Compatto is definitely not muzzle heavy and this means it can be brought to aim quickly and easily.

Those of smaller stature, or who just like carbine-length rifles, will find this suits them very well too.

With the first class trigger and action, accuracy is excellent with heavier pellets and power is enough for humane small game hunting.

When I shot a .22 caliber version, it achieved close to 29 Ft/Lbs of muzzle energy, combined with 30 good shots per fill of High Pressure Air. Unsurprisingly, Daystate Rangemaster Sovereign pellets shoot very well in this air rifle.

In summary, the Brocock Compatto air rifle is likely to appeal to the airgun hunter and occasional Field Target or silhouette competitor looking for a quality European PCP that’s just a little different. If that describes you, this is certainly an air rifle to seriously consider.

Is it perfect? No. What is? The Compatto has a few disadvantages, such as the relatively limited shot count that comes as a result of the small HPA tank (30% less volume than a Marauder, for example). But, of course, that small air capacity is – of course – one of the elements that drives such great handling.

But if you like the Compatto’s style and design, there’s a range of other Brocock relatives that offer more shots and higher power – combined with somewhat greater size and weight. Swings and roundabouts again.

AoA has them all. It’s good to have choices!

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The Wolverine R – Daystate’s Traditional Range Leader

Tuesday, April 28, 2020

The Daystate Wolverine R HP is the latest version of the Wolverine family from the famous British manufacturer. “HP”, of course, stands for High Power – the full-power, US specification model.

Of course, there’s been much excitement in recent times around Daystate’s electronically-controlled air rifles: such as the Red Wolf and forthcoming Delta Wolf.

The value of the Wolverine R is that it is the company’s top-end fully mechanical air rifle. There’s plenty of customers out there who still want good, old-fashioned mechanical control over their airgun. This is the Daystate model for them!

As you would expect, the trigger is sublime and the sidelever action exquisite. The trigger is multi-adjustable, of course, to accommodate your exact requirements. Although – I have to say – every Daystate I’ve ever shot has had the trigger perfectly adjusted by the factory.

The manual safety is conveniently positioned at the rear of the action, immediately below your eye line for the scope.

The gun we’re looking-at here is the High Power model in .25 caliber. AoA tells us that it’s good for around 55 Ft/Lbs of Muzzle Energy and around 40 shots per fill.

In fact, it’s currently fitted with a larger-capacity (580 cc instead of 380 cc) HPA tank. This is an optional upgrade from Airguns of Arizona and allows for a higher shot count, although it does make the gun a little front-heavy.

There’s no question that the Daystate Wolverine R HP is a beautiful air rifle!

This one in in the stylish gray laminate stock, but there’s also a choice of solid walnut and green “Forester” laminate. In every case, the stock is of the same, comfortable, thumbhole style.

Also visible are the twin air gauges which are an external indicator of the Huma regulator that’s fitted to this gun. Incorporating a regulator was a big step in the Wolverine 2 version. That’s now been combined with sidelever cocking and the new stock design to create the current “R” version.

As you can see, I’ve mounted an Aztec Optics 5.5-25 x 50 scope with Sportsmatch rings . The single shot tray for some “gentle” shooting…

Of course, the stock is just beautiful! Again, as you would expect from Daystate!

The all-up weight of this Daystate Wolverine R HP – with scope and big tank is a fairly hefty 10 Lb 10 Oz. However, it really doesn’t feel that heavy when shooting, due to the balance of the design.

If you’re interested in acquiring your own beautiful Daystate Wolverine R, I recommend ordering yours from AoA by phone. That way, you can talk to one of their experts and explain the type of shooting you want to do – and with what ammo.

That way, AoA can set-up your Wolverine specifically for you, so that it arrives tuned to perfection. There’s no additional charge!!!

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Shooting The New Brocock Sniper XR Air Rifle

Monday, March 23, 2020

The Brocock XR series of air rifles were launched in late January 2020. Now, after of plenty of practice, it’s time to report on how the Sniper XR actually shoots!

As expected, it’s all good news.

Performance is excellent, consistency is outstanding and its fit and finish is top quality. Yet there’s something more to this air rifle. The overall experience of handling and firing it is something special. It’s tough to describe in words, but I’ll try…

For this test, I mounted a MTC Viper Pro 3-18 x 50 AO scope to a .22 caliber Brocock XR Sniper using UTG Pro rings. I also installed a odB silencer – another product from the Brocock/Daystate/MTC family.

The resulting rig was not a light airgun. In fact, the all-up weight totalled 10 Lbs 8 Oz. But it certainly did NOT feel that heavy!

The key to this is that the balance and handling of the Brocock XR Sniper is outstanding. Obviously the adjustable cheek piece and buttpad play their part, however the architecture of the design means that it “just feels right” to shoot. In this respect, it’s among the best air rifles I’ve ever tested.

The semi-bullpup design clearly works well in creating such comfortable and pleasant handling. The overall handling feel is nowhere like the rather cramped feel of some conventional bullpups.

In fact, the XR Sniper feels more like a conventional “full length” air rifle. The saving of a crucial couple of inches in receiver position due to the semi-bullpup configuration clearly has a huge effect on the overall balance and feel when shooting.

The 10-shot rotary magazine works well and predictably, as always with Brocock and Daystate air rifles. I also particularly liked the single shot tray. This was easy to use, providing a convenient, high wall on the “non-loading” side.

The single shot tray also has another benefit. It can be installed from either side. This unusual feature will particularly be appreciated by left-handers.

The new sidelever cocking action is a delight to use! The side lever itself is well positioned and delightfully weighted.

The cocking effort was just around 9 Lbs. It felt light and easy, helped – no doubt – by the oversize cocking lever handle. This has tactical looks and tactile feeling – it’s an efficient and enjoyable way to cock the air rifle. Very nice!

The MTC scope balanced well on the gun and gave a high quality image for our testing.

There’s a pair of Picatinny rails clamped to the top of the breech. These provide the Brocock Sniper XR with plenty of real estate for scope mounting.

These rails can also be removed if required, revealing a set of regular airgun dovetail rails underneath. This provides another mounting option for short eye relief or low-mounted scopes, such as the MTC Viper Connect models.

Trigger pull weight for this Brocock Sniper XR averaged 3 Lbs 2 Oz. That was with the factory trigger setting and obviously could be adjusted as required.

This pull weight indicates that the Sniper XL is intended by the manufacturer mainly as a hunting air rifle. It’s perfect for that use, although somewhat heavy for target shooting.

On pulling the trigger, the first stage is light but distinctly-felt. Then there’s absolutely no doubt when you’ve reached the second stage! There’s a distinct “wall” that lets you know precisely that the gun is ready to fire.

A little more effort and the trigger breaks sharply and predictably. There’s no creep, doubt or fuss, just a clean release that removes any hint of surprise. Very nice!

The manual safety has a push-across paddle inside the trigger guard, just ahead of the trigger blade itself. It’s easy to use and positive in application.

The test results definitely intended for use with heavy, domed lead pellets.
25.39 Grain JSB Jumbo Monster proved to be the most accurate pellet in this .22 caliber Brocock Sniper XR. They were closely followed by the next heaviest pellet, the 21.14 Grain Baracuda Match.

As well as being the most accurate, these heavy pellets also provided the most power. Shooting the Jumbo Monsters, the Brocock Sniper XR I tested reached a maximum Muzzle Energy of 43 Ft/lbs. That’s a very good power level for any .22 caliber air rifle.

As a powerful, flat-shooting .22 caliber PCP, it demonstrated great accuracy with heavy lead pellets. This would be an outstanding gun for hunting. It could also double as a long range Benchrest rifle.

(Remember that Claudio Flores won the 2018 Extreme Benchrest competition with a very similar Brocock Sniper HP model).

The Brocock Sniper XR looks good, but it really has to be handled and shot to appreciate the full benefits it offers.

There’s no question that offers excellent all-round performance and value for money. If you want a quality PCP that’s “hunting ready” straight out of the box, the Sniper XL would be a great choice.

Don’t just take my word for it. Call the guys at AoA and ask for their opinion, too. You’ll be glad you did!

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Here’s First News Of The Daystate Delta Wolf Air Rifle

Monday, March 9, 2020

The new Daystate Delta Wolf was mysteriously “trailed” at the 2020 SHOT Show, as we shared in a previous post. Now we can finally share some details about this exciting new air rifle. And – hey – that photograph above looks just like Jared from AoA shooting a pre-production Delta Wolf…

Before we go any further, there’s a word of caution. This is so exciting that if you want to be one of the first to own a Delta Wolf, you will probably want to phone AoA on 480-461-1113 and pre-order right now!

The Delta Wolf will be available from Airguns of Arizona in late Spring/early Summer. Prices are TBD.

Daystate says that the new Delta Wolf heralds the birth of a new family of electronic PCP airguns for the forthcoming decade. Nothing like Delta Wolf has been attempted in either the airgun – or firearm – worlds before, the company tells us.

It’s claimed to be an ongoing extension of the company’s position as the maker of the world’s most advanced airguns.

The Delta Wolf is the first Daystate to adopt the popular tactical, “black gun” form factor. It represents two years of development and investments, with a number of newly-filed patents. That – says Daystate – will make the Delta Wolf a very hard act to follow, let alone beat!

There’s a huge range of features, so hold tight…

Delta Wolf Full Feature List:

New Advanced Velocity Technology (AVT) electronic management system.

Available in all popular calibers, .177, .22, are available with a 16.9-inch barrel. Alternatively a 23.6-inch barrel is available for .177, .22, .25 and .30 calibers.

Barrels and/or calibers can be switched by the shooter without special tools.

Electronically pre-programmed for quick power and caliber changes.

With its unique built-in chronograph, the Delta Wolf corrects velocity while also allowing the shooter to dial in their preferred Muzzle Velocity. This is the Chronograph unit below.

Adjustable 22mm picatinny scope rail and cheek-piece for different scope type/eye relief.

Picatinny under and side rails for a range of accessories.

AR style switchable pistol grip, familiar AR style safety.

A newly developed magazine system with a larger capacity from 8 – 13 shots (according to caliber).

Magazines can be paired in the breech – to double shot count to 16-26 shots.

User-tuneable for different velocity and power levels with different ammunition types.

A.R.T-developed barrels are compatible with the latest generation of airgun ‘slug’ ammunition.

A Bluetooth module allows the airgun to connect in the future to other accessories and apps.

Superior ergonomics with fast-switching side lever action – conversion from left to right in around a minute.

Large, 30mm diameter, carbon fibre shroud the DeltaWolf is a rifle to be seen but not heard and optional 0db silencer for backyard-friendly report.

Removable bottle – carry extra lightweight carbon fibre bottles with you while also being able to fill through a connector on the rifle.

New fast flow valve system.

Exclusive factory-fit Huma Air Regulator.

Huge – biggest in class (34cc) – plenum chamber for more power.

Onboard high capacity Li-Po battery with charging port on rifle (charges via USB-C connector).

Weight (approx.) 6.84 Lbs for 23.6-inch barrel model.

Overall length 34-inches for the long-barreled model.

Electronic match trigger and multi adjustable blade positions.

Despite being the most technologically advanced airgun of all time, Daystate says that the Delta Wolf has been designed and built to be simpler to use, easier to tune and faster to service.

I can’t wait to try one! How about you???

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Coming Soon At AoA – The SIG MCX Virtus PCP Air Rifle

Friday, February 28, 2020

The SIG MCX Virtus PCP air rifle is the latest offering from SIG Air. Externally, it’s a close copy of the MCX Virtus battle rifle. It’s also significant for SIG Air as it’s the company’s first PCP-powered airgun.

The Virtus PCP is – with the exception of the regulated HPA tank that substitutes for the buttstock – a very realistic representation of the MCX Virtus firearm. Weight, length and looks are all very close to the powder-burner version.

Size and weight are very similar to the Patrol version of the Virtus, the company seeming having spared no detail, even the gas block adjuster being visible under the hand guard.

Likewise, the flash hider is well represented…

The SIG MCX Virtus PCP air rifle is supplied with a very nice, functional set of iron sights. The rear sight has windage adjustment capability, together with a choice of two peep apertures. The front sight is a post that’s adjustable for elevation.

Of course, most users will prefer to mount a scope on the long Picatinny rail. The SIG Air 1-4×20 scope is a good match, for example.

If you wish to fit a larger or more powerful scope, you may find it necessary to use either very high rings. Alternatively a Picatinny rail riser can come-in useful, as we can see below.

The SIG MCX Virtus PCP air rifle arrives very well packaged, a very important consideration given the “love” shown to many packages by delivery companies. However, AoA’s packaging is always exemplary in my experience, so they’ll pack your new airgun better than anyone else in the business.

A little assembly is required to get your new Virtus shooting. But it’s nothing that can’t easily be managed.

Then, all you need to do is fill the HPA tank with 3,000 PSI of air, fill the mag with 30 pellets and start shooting!

Now it’s best to remember that the SIG MCX Virtus is a battle rifle. So don’t expect to find Daystate accuracy and trigger feel – it’s not going to happen, especially at $299.99.

This is a fun plinking rifle, ideal for toppling cans and backyard fun at 10 yards or so…

Actually, the SIG MCX Virtus PCP air rifle does provide a large number of fairly-consistent shots – well over 150 in my testing. It combines this with the ability to fire as fast as you can pull the trigger.

Just be aware that the trigger pull first stage advances the pellet into battery, the second stage actually releases the sear. This means that trigger pull weight is heavy. 10 Lbs is average. Add this to the 12 Ft/Lbs power level and you’re probably not likely to win Extreme Benchrest with a SIG MCX Virtus PCP air rifle.

But, of course, that’s not what it is for!

The Virtus is a fun gun for great backyard plinking enjoyment. Treated in that sense, it will give many people a great deal of enjoyment.

Your friends at Airguns of Arizona will have the SIG MCX Virtus PCP air rifle available very soon. Pick up a couple of spare magazines, too. You’ll probably be needing them 🙂

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Coming Soon At AoA – The New Daystate Delta Wolf

Tuesday, January 28, 2020

That fuzzy photograph above is all we’re allowed to see of the forthcoming Daystate Delta Wolf!

Yes it’s SHOT Show time, but Daystate is teasing us with a major forthcoming product announcement. The Delta Wolf is going to be announced at the IWA Outdoor Classics show in Germany in March 2020.

Daystate says that the Delta Wolf represents over two years of design, planning and testing. It will introduce the company to the “Tactical” segment of the airgun market and is – Daystate assures us – destined to become the standard against which all others will be judged.

The Delta Wolf has been designed from the ground up to be the genesis of a new evolution for the PCP air rifle, says Daystate. The company also released a summary of some key features as follows:

Multi-caliber capabilities (.177, .22 cal., .25 cal and .30 caliber). Pre-set factory tunes for each caliber makes changing calibers easier than ever.

Customer tuning customization included without the need for a separate tool.

Huma regulated with computer interface and control for maximum power and shot count.

Newly-designed high capacity magazine system.

Daystate A.R.T. barrels. Two lengths available plus dedicated slug barrels. AoA experts have been involved in the development of this, as we’ve covered in this blog previously

Higher power output than previous Daystate models.

AR-15 compatible components.

Patent protected technology.

That’s all we know about the Daystate Delta Wolf right now. There’s obviously a lot more news to come at the full launch in Germany in March.

But one thing’s for certain. The team at AoA will have all of the information for you as soon as it’s available. They’ll have the product too asap. My advice is to start saying! The Daystate Delta Wolf is most unlikely to be cheap – but it’s certainly going to be an outstanding air rifle.

As soon as it arrives, you’ll find it here!

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New Brocock XR Series Launched Today

Friday, January 24, 2020

The Brocock XR series is a new range of airguns from the British manufacturer. They’re being launched today!

Brocock XR
Brocock Sniper XR
Brocock Commander XR
Brocock Concept HR

The obvious change to current Brocock models is that there’s a sidelever action to replace the traditional bolt action. However, there’s many other subtle changes “under the hood”, as we’ll find out.

Below. We mounted a MTC Viper Pro 3-18 x 50 AO scope to a Brocock XR Sniper using UTG Pro rings.

I first saw a prototype of the new Brocock sidelever breech assembly at the Extreme Benchrest competition in October 2019, but was sworn to secrecy about it.

Now we can reveal that this new sidelever action has extremely smooth operating characteristics. It certainly gives a sophisticated, quality feel to the cocking action pellet loading in the new Brocock XR series air rifles.

The tactical-style sidelever operating handle is “grippy” and easy to use. It’s also attractive and sits in an ergonomically-convenient position relative to the trigger.

However, the new sidelever action is not the only improvement incorporated in the new XR series. Brocock says that there’s a number of technical improvements, including a revised hammer and valve assembly which increase power output and the number of consistent shots per fill.

In addition, the firing system has been refined with ultra-fine tolerances. There’s an improved trigger set-up from the factory, too.

Brocock says that the barrel now has an even higher level of finish to the bore.

Brocock XR series air rifles, save for the base XR model, include a HUMA regulator system. This system has been developed by the Dutch regulator specialists in conjunction with the Brocock team.

All models in the new XR series include an on-the-fly power adjuster, 10-shot magazine, single shot tray, choked barrel, integral shrouded silencer and a match-feel adjustable trigger.

If you want to add a 0dB second stage silencer, that works, too…

For more details on these new Brocock air rifles, contact AoA. They’ll be more than happy to tell you all about them!

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The Weihrauch HW100 BP – It’s An Absolute Gem!

Monday, December 16, 2019

The Weihrauch HW100 Bullpup was first shown at the 2019 IWA OutdoorClasics trade show in Germany. Now it’s arrived in the USA and we are looking at one of the first guns received by Airguns of Arizona.

The Weihrauch HW100 BP - It's An Absolute Gem!

Perhaps surprisingly, the Weihrauch HW100 Bullpup is a version of the HW100, with its metal receiver. It’s not based on the more recent HW110 which has a synthetic receiver. It’s available in both .177 and .22 calibers and also in short and long versions.

The carbine version features a shorter barrel, together with a smaller HPA cylinder. This will mean less power and a lower number of shots. However the upside is to be found in the outstanding handling available in this compact package.

For testing, we mounted an MTC Viper Pro 3-18 x 50 scope using Leapers UTG Pro rings. There’s a choice of scope-mounting options. Regular airgun grooves are machined in the top of the receiver. However a separate Picatinny rail is screwed screwed onto it by default. We chose to use this for our scope mounting.

We also attached an UTG TBNR bipod to the short, removable Picatinny rail under the forend.

The Weihrauch HW100 Bullpup has a mid-mounted sidelever action. It’s located – as expected – on the right side of the gun and is conveniently located near to the trigger blade.

The HW100 Bullpup is supplied with a Weihrauch-manufactured silencer permanently-attached to the barrel. It also comes complete with two magazines, a fill probe and degassing tools. The HPA tank is removable – it unscrews like that of other Weihrauch PCPs. The front lower Picatinny rail is also supplied separately, with its fixing screws.

The trigger of the Weihrauch HW100 Bullpup Carbine is a two-stage design. The pull weight averaged just 14.7 Oz in the sample we tested. The first stage was very light. However – despite the light pull weight – the “stop” for the second stage was very easy to feel. Release was then clean and precise.

All bullpup air rifles with a mechanical trigger separate the trigger and sear assemblies with a long rod. This is seen in the photograph below for the Weihrauch HW100 BP Carbine with the HPA tank removed.

Overall, the short length (23 Inches) and compact design make this new air rifle a delight to handle. The Weihrauch HW100 Bullpup Carbine shoulders well and is fast and easy to bring onto aim.

This is enhanced by the molded pistol grip which – like that on other Weihrauch PCPs – is outstandingly comfortable and obviously designed with considerable care. The trigger guard has cut outs on either side. These position the user’s trigger finger safely away from contact with the trigger, yet leave it as close as possible for rapid access when ever a shot need to be taken.

The Weihrauch HW100 BP Carbine is an individualist’s air rifle. It’s not trying to offer the most power, highest shot count or maximum versatility. What it does offer, however, is superlative quality of manufacture, outstanding handling and huge practicality. It combines this with excellent accuracy and enough power for most users. And it does it with great style!

If you’re looking for a light, quiet, compact PCP air rifle that’s “out of the box ready” with the minimum of fuss, the Weihrauch HW100 Bullpup Carbine definitely fits the bill. And it’s available at Airguns of Arizona now!

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