Having A Discussion Is The Point Isn't It?

[Pumacarl]

Forums are for members who want to participate and engage in discussion, with all that entails. Barra joins the forum, tells everyone that he appreciates the frank feedback and says that it helps, and his post is then locked down for futher comments? Who is that helping? Barra didn't ask for that. How do conversations happen with locked threads? If someone were to post something malicious, untrue, or just plain nasty that you don't like, ban them, that's all. No need to shut everyone down. Everyone here knows what I think of my 250z, but I am not intimidated by hearing someone else's problems or praises either. Nothing good happens by shutting down the communication, literally nothing.

 

[pan60]

it was pinned to keep it up top and I suspect the boss locked it so the information would not get buried but I will leave that to him to adress.
it had nothing to do with anyone replies. just to make it more visible.
if folks have issue or want to chat about the topic please start a thread and do so, : )

 

[Chief 10-Beers]

Was there something Political posted?

 

[hameditor]

Forums are for members who want to participate and engage in discussion, with all that entails. Barra joins the forum, tells everyone that he appreciates the frank feedback and says that it helps, and his post is then locked down for futher comments? Who is that helping? Barra didn't ask for that. How do conversations happen with locked threads? If someone were to post something malicious, untrue, or just plain nasty that you don't like, ban them, that's all. No need to shut everyone down. Everyone here knows what I think of my 250z, but I am not intimidated by hearing someone else's problems or praises either. Nothing good happens by shutting down the communication, literally nothing.

Jake's post is not locked down. It just pinned to the head of the Barra Airguns category - at least that's what I meant to do. I'll double check that this is - in fact - the castle intent of Jake's post is to solicit comments - that's what we are doing

 

[hameditor]

Please reply to Jake's post. It SHOULD be open for everyone to comment if they wish.

If I locked it in error, it was because I was using a phone, instead of my usual real computer with two big screens...

 

[FL22]

Oh thank goodness!! I can let go of the walls now that we know that the HAM universe is not imploding.



Here’s a serious question, why is it so much harder to use an olive branch instead of a soap box?

Maybe that’s just what we’re used to with manufacturers. Everyone has to beat their drum loudly to be heard all in unison.

I really don’t think that needs to be the case here in the HAM Community, the powers that be seem very receptive to communication imo.

 

[Florida_Man]

I have a conundrum that goes through my mind. What I should expect from what I am paying for. It’s easier if a manufacturer makes a specific claim. Anyone being paid to review only acts as a functional showcase for me, I don’t trust any performance claims at this point. I go to forum reviews of people who spent their hard earned money, and not just one review. Reasons why I’m never an early adopter for vehicles or air rifles.
So if there aren’t specific claims by the manufacturer, what should I expect from a $200, $500, $800, $1400 dollar rifle? That’s hard. A conundrum that persists.

 

[Billm]

I guess I missed something lol.

 

[Ezana4CE]

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250Z Message from Barra Airguns on Accuracy

Oct 31, 2025

Hello — I’m Jake, General Manager at Barra Airguns. I want to personally acknowledge reports we’ve received about inconsistent accuracy from a small number of our rifles, particularly when customers are shooting slugs.

Accuracy is something we do not take lightly. We believe in being transparent with our customers and doing things right by them. While we still have room for improvement, this is part of our identity. We are a young company and are committed to this principle. In fact, we strive to position ourselves with the following tenets:

Customer Driven – We listen to what...

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[Farmplinker2]

I have a conundrum that goes through my mind. What I should expect from what I am paying for. It’s easier if a manufacturer makes a specific claim. Anyone being paid to review only acts as a functional showcase for me, I don’t trust any performance claims at this point. I go to forum reviews of people who spent their hard earned money, and not just one review. Reasons why I’m never an early adopter for vehicles or air rifles.
So if there aren’t specific claims by the manufacturer, what should I expect from a $200, $500, $800, $1400 dollar rifle? That’s hard. A conundrum that persists.

We want the $200 rifle to do everything perfectly, and the more expensive rifles betterer, and the more expensive, the more betterer!
Less sarcastically, I would say for $200 a PCP shouldn't leak, and have at least one pellet it will group minute of rat or pop can at 20 yards or so.