PasadenaMike
Grand HAMster
I know I've written some posts before about simplifying my collection, and I wanted to share the next step in that process. Like many of you, I jumped into the airgun hobby hard and fast, accumulating a bunch of gear in a short amount of time. I had a full PCP collection, which I've since sold, keeping only my Talon P. My current fill setup is a bit much for just one rifle: an 18 cubic foot air tank, a powerful Omega Trail Charger compressor, and a smaller GX 2 battery compressor.
Over time, I started to feel like I had a collection of "ticking time bombs." Not that they'd explode, but all that equipment had seals and parts that could fail. I was spending more time worrying about maintenance and hydrostatic test dates than I was shooting.
So, I made a tough decision. I got rid of all the guns except my Talon P. Now I'm thinking of going even further. My plan is to sell the big air tank and the Omega compressor. I'll keep the GX compressor for quick fills, but I'm seriously considering selling that too and just buying a high-quality hand pump.
The reason this feels like a real option is that I only fill my Talon P to 2000-2400 PSI, which is a much more manageable range for a hand pump. It's a great workout and completely eliminates the need for all the expensive, high-maintenance equipment. I'd be trading some convenience for ultimate simplicity and reliability.
Has anyone else gone through a similar process of downsizing their gear? What are your thoughts on using a hand pump for a powerful gun like the Talon P, especially with a lower fill pressure? I'm excited about this new, simpler path and am curious to hear what you all think.
Over time, I started to feel like I had a collection of "ticking time bombs." Not that they'd explode, but all that equipment had seals and parts that could fail. I was spending more time worrying about maintenance and hydrostatic test dates than I was shooting.
So, I made a tough decision. I got rid of all the guns except my Talon P. Now I'm thinking of going even further. My plan is to sell the big air tank and the Omega compressor. I'll keep the GX compressor for quick fills, but I'm seriously considering selling that too and just buying a high-quality hand pump.
The reason this feels like a real option is that I only fill my Talon P to 2000-2400 PSI, which is a much more manageable range for a hand pump. It's a great workout and completely eliminates the need for all the expensive, high-maintenance equipment. I'd be trading some convenience for ultimate simplicity and reliability.
Has anyone else gone through a similar process of downsizing their gear? What are your thoughts on using a hand pump for a powerful gun like the Talon P, especially with a lower fill pressure? I'm excited about this new, simpler path and am curious to hear what you all think.
like they say $h!? Happens and you are absolutely correct
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Let's not be rash, keep one and sell the other, sell the tank too probably. If range days arent for you; ie just plinking & pesting then it'll be all you'll ever need. My S510 is a 250Bar fill but only a 280cc tank, zero stress hand pumping that for over a year. It's real nice having a small compressor and a hand pump now though...which one is back-up depends on how much time you have and what you feel like using at that moment. My S510 was half full last night so I hand pumped it right back up. Tonight after range day my Ghost and S510 were both near empty....hello compressor! Options are great, simple life is great. Its possible to have both i say
