Rifles will feel different for everyone, but here are the ones we use and prefer.
Our preferences are based off many factors; weight distribution, ease of adjustment, feel of stock, quality of materials used in manufacturing, quality of barrels through testing, reliability, ease of servicing, and reputation.
Pardini
Pardini is a newer face on the rifle market, but has had countless successes with rifle and pistol alike. They have clean designs and very easy adjustability. They are a higher maintenance brand but their testing proves that it is worth it.​
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The GPR1 EVO is a top choice for air rifles. Though it is advertised as the smaller option, it will fit all bodies just as well, and remains the most reliable. The base weight is 4.6kg, and the stock is adjustable from 670mm (26.3in) to 720mm (28.3in) with a barrel length of 435mm (17in).
The FR22 Free Rifle is their smallbore, which is one of the very few rifles in the world to offer a fully detachable back end for fast change-overs. Unlike their airgun, this is recommended for larger shooters, since the weight of the barrel is mostly in the front. The weight is 6kg, with a stock length of 680mm and a barrel length of 620mm. It has some of the most adjustable buttplates on the market ensuring it will fit any position perfectly.
Bleiker creates many rifles that we recommend. The first is the Challenger II, which is offered in the Master, Balance, and Lady. We recommend utilizing the accessories that come with these stocks as well such as the cheekpieces and buttplates. They are easily adjustable by accessible screws, and move in ways that allow conformation to any position and body type. The Bleikers have an easy change-over system with two knobs holding the cheekpieces and buttplates on the back of the stock. The rail under the stock is standard size, however the rails on the tubes are their own size. SCATT offers an attachment specifically made for these rails. The grips come in different sizes and are made of a slightly textured finish for better grip, they also have many degrees of adjustability ensuring the proper trigger finger angle. The actions are easy to load due to them sitting further back than most other rifles and having a spring loading port. The bolt closes smoothly and the trigger can be made very light while staying crisp. Bleiker is the most popular smallbore internationally and, with proper care techniques, it rarely has malfunctions or problems. It tests all ammunitions accurately and recently switched to a bolt that will shoot all brands the same. It is also an easy adjustment from left to right handed.
The Master is the baseline that is popular for "average sized" people with a base weight of 6kg (13.2lbs). The rear stock is 200mm (7.8in), forehand stock is 485mm (19in), and barrel length is -- from the back of the action, making the overall length (without buttplate) --.
The Balance is very similar to the Master, however it offers a beginning weight of 5.5kg (12lbs) and an adjustable weight in the front of the stock. The rear stock is 180mm (7in), forehand stock is 485mm (19in), and barrel length is --.
The Lady is unique because it is made for smaller individuals. Its starting weight is 5.5kg (12lbs) and it is made with a more narrow profile. The rear stock is 175mm (6.8in), forehand stock is 415mm (16in) and barrel length is --, making the overall length (without the buttplate) --.
Anschutz
Anschutz is one of the oldest and most reliable manufacturers in our market. If you are large enough to be able to shoot one of their guns, they won't disappoint. Anschutz offers easy to understand mechanisms that allow adaptations to many positions, and their smallbores are known to test very well with all ammunition. These guns will last a very long time and remain very reliable.
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The 9015 in both the ONE Stock and the Basic is a good option for longer limbed air rifle shooters. It has a slender style and offers countless places to put weights. It has enough adjustments to adapt to positions, and a cutout back profile. It weighs 4.5kg (10lbs) and has a barrel length of 419mm (16.5in).
The 54.30 in the 1918 Precise stock is also a good option for the larger smallbore shooter. It has a sleek design and easy cheekpiece and buttplate attachments to make changeovers smooth. The basic weight is 5.6kg (12.3lbs) and features a 657.8mm (25.9in) long "heavy barrel". The action is far forward and it has a long bolt, making it ideal for the tall or growing.
Feinwerkbau
Feinwerkbau has a whole line of the highest quality firearms, ranging from air rifles and smallbores to handguns, but here are some of our favorites. FWBs are light and the adjustability allows for all body types and positions. They feature a close action making it useable for smaller people, but enough length to also work for larger individuals. Their unique sight riser system provides enough adjustability for everyone too. FWB is one of the more popular air rifles on the international scene, and with many different models being used. They are trustworthy and reliable in both maintenance and producing high scores.
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The newest air rifle is the 900 Alu, which has an optimized bedding system and two barrel clamps. They also redesigned their trigger and grip adjustments to allow for more customization. The overall length can range anywhere from 745mm (29.3in) to 820mm (32.2in) with some basic adjustments. They offer longer or shorter buttplate and stock rods if necessary.
The previous model was the 800 X, which is still a very good option. The main difference (other than the look) is the slightly longer back end.
The 2800 Alu is their smallbore, and while it does require a bit more maintenence, it is perfect for smaller shooters. The action sits close to the body, and it weights less than others while having the center of mass in the rear. Its sleek design makes it easy to maneuver for all positions, and it features the same releases as the air rifles. They also offer it in a wood stock.
Direct: Order straight from brands
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Simply click on the photo of the rifle you wish to use and purchase on their website or send them an email!
Indirect: Utilize an importer
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- Decide which rifle you want and find an importer near you (we recommend https://oberleenterprises.com/ )
- Work with them to customize and learn more about your choices.
- Place the order!
- Once the rifle arrives in the US, it will need to clear customs and arrive at your importers, then you can pick it up or have it shipped to you.