FX Gladiator rapid fire review-Big Dan's Airguns.

[@bigdansairguns83]

For those wondering, it definitely isn't a glitch with the title screen we've just changed our name to Bigdefatsaurusguns. Honest!

[@simontanner]

Wow 😮 two reviews in one day 🎉

[@bigdansairguns83]

Hi Simon! I know mate what's going on??

[@Weihrauch88]

Reminiscent of the old Logun Dominator! lovely gun and great video Dan!

[@bigdansairguns83]

Thanks Weihrauch!

[@nickwebb9290]

As always, a really honest review Dan. Never been sold on FX although they have a strong following.

[@bigdansairguns83]

Thanks Nick! I think this one might just be a missed swing for FX.. they definitely make some great rifles, but this one just isn't for me.

[@ReloadingMoreAD1966]

Very Nice and well reviewed. 👍👍👍

[@bigdansairguns83]

Thanks bud!

[@philpinkney9238]

Great honesty good for you 👍

[@bigdansairguns83]

Thanks Phil! Honesty is the best policy I say, if I don't like the rifle then sadly I don't like it simple as. It's a shame too as I usually like wacky stuff but this thing was just a bit of a monster unfortunately.

[@yetiwheeler7972]

It's Bus Dan's airguns . Wait ages for one then two come along in quick Succession 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@bigdansairguns83]

I like to keep my viewers surprised Yeti.

[@jeffhello1444]

great vid, and a very accurate review 😁 nice one mate thank you very much 👍

[@bigdansairguns83]

Hey Jeff! I'm sure FX makes some great stuff but this..... just no haha. Thanks ever so much Jeff!

[@bazcovill9726]

Hi Dan, as you know I'm a FX fan, also Kral etc, but I had one of these over 20 years ago, I hated the bottle at the back, made it awful to shoot, but these days the guns are very different, mags are excellent in Maverick and others like Wildcat which use same mag, to be honest these guns are really for FAC although they shoot fine at 12ftlb, I've had just about every make that's easy to buy, FX is a long way in front at shot numbers and accuracy I shoot others as you know but FX is the one 😁

[@bigdansairguns83]

Haha hey Baz! Every company can make a dog and this is quite possibly FX's as you say the bottle design is horrible. I still need to shoot those Baz! Fetch em' down there's a good chap.

[@user-itschad1954]

Hi Dan, It's Mike Carter from airgun forum. I looked at an FX years ago, so happy that i bought a BSA R10. So accurate and cheaper too. Now, who's been a busy boy of late?

[@bigdansairguns83]

Hey Mike how are you mate! It's a lovely rifle the R-10 and in my opinion the prettiest bottle rifle on the market. Haha two videos in two days, that'll do for the rest of the year.

[@user-itschad1954]

@@bigdansairguns83 Glad to hear from youme ol' china. Keep up the excellent work.👍

[@bigdansairguns83]

@@user-itschad1954 Thanks Mike will do mate! I'm hoping to be able to start filming right away again too.

[@fencer39]

Finally an FX review that doesn't totally lick the FX arse !! Unlike most the other reviewers

[@winstonchurchill6506]

Well said

[@bigdansairguns83]

Hahaha to be fair their other products might be really good but not even a mother could love the Gladiator. The NP02 is an odd little rifle to shoulder but it handles like a Ferrari compared to the FX.

[@carsmax]

Hi Dan. at 3:51 it is really no problem to load those mag`s !U get used to it very fast! I tried 2 mag`s and than it works Perfect!!!!

[@bigdansairguns83]

Hi Carsten! I'm sure you can get used to it but it's a really fiddly and in my opinion poor design although nicely made. They could've designed it so as the rotor tooth at least cleared the loading port.

[@PBazBarrett]

Nice review, looks very similar to the verminator but longer..

[@bigdansairguns83]

Hey Baz! I think the Gladiator is essentially a Verminator XXL. They should've just stuck with the Verminator. 😆

[@PCGamer121]

Hello Dan, Can you do a review of the new Crosman 2250 Buntline (24 inch barrel), the 2250 is such a popular rifle, it would be a shame not to do a review of the most powerful version ever made, I desperately want a Buntline but I want to see a review of it first, thanks.

[@bigdansairguns83]

Hey bud! Absolutely I'll see if I can get my mitts on one, I mean to dive into the world of Co2 and that'd be a great start.

[@PCGamer121]

@@bigdansairguns83 Thanks Dan, It's not to be confused with the 2250 XL which only has a 18 inch barrel, the most powerful 2250 is called the Buntline ( 24 inch barrel ), that's the one I'd love to see reviewed. Thanks.

[@bigdansairguns83]

@@PCGamer121 I'll see what we can do!

[@channex8179]

I had the older Logun Gladi8or I bought back in 2005 and that was uncomfortable to shoulder and blew seals for fun although the cocking action was smooth and it was accurate. But I regretted trading my Webley FX2000 in for it within a day or so.

[@StevePerry85]

hi Dan ps loosen the but screw and twist the bottle cover to suit for a more comfortable fit.

[@Biffo1262]

I have at the moment a friends Gunpower Shadow 2 both he and Gunpower have given up on and given it to me as he simply could not sell it. It's been back a few times and there was just no way any of them could stop the power creeping up to illegal levels. I tried drilling the port and threading it to take a brass grub screw and drilled a set of them out to various sizes. Yes it worked but the fps spread was ridiculous. I eventually settled on fitting an adjustable reg but found the length of pull increased too much and was uncomfortable to shoot. I swapped out the 0.5l steel bottle for a shorter 0.35l aluminium one. I set the reg to 6mpa first and bingo. Spot on first time. 11.5ftlb consistently. I haven't managed to empty the bottle yet nor have I had to refill it. If you want to borrow it you may but remember, this isn't in bog standard trim but it is one hell of a tack driver ugly as it looks. Just let e know on here and I'll contact you. Steve.

[@bigdansairguns83]

Hi Steve! That's a fantastic offer and I'm glad you've got the rifle sorted, the Stealth I find is unfairly attacked simply due to some "wrong'uns" messing with them. I love the simple design principle of the rifle. I'll definitely keep your offer in mind as it could make a very interesting video in the future. Ideally I like to review standard rifles but that could make an excellent video to show the potential of a tuned rifle. Not looking forward to having to chrono test it though!

[@markT2500]

Got a mk2 vermy and a reximex myth and hats off to reximex its a decent enough rifle

[@topher12661]

Suggest that the owner try the Kral cheek piece/ butt pad.

[@colvillebri196]

Hi, great review, I have an unrelated question, I’ve recently bought a AA S400 classic super lite, it’s only averaging 9.6ft lbs, I’m in Suffolk so not too far from you, can you recommend a good gun smith for them to increase the power, thanks, Brian

[@casperboo5465]

Im like you Dan, being honest and my personal thoughts i think it looks hideous, and i deffo wouldnt pay that price for one,,,,, but each to there own as they say mate Cheers 👌👌👍👍👍

[@bigdansairguns83]

Hey Casper! It's a shame as I like a big gun but this is just so uncomfortable to shoulder and a lot of money as you say too.

[@glholmesy]

Expensive POS.Give me a bloody springer any day .

[@bigdansairguns83]

Well said! To be fair we didn't have our usual pellet selection with us sadly but.... I didn't like it as I'm sure you can tell.

[@JohnAdams-kc8wx]

That mag kills it for me… I’d only get a gun with the RM8 and HW100 type mag

[@andydowden8117]

Hi mate I do watch sub 12 air gunners but I’m having massive difficulties contacting Geoff I can’t find his shop let alone anything else plz help because I do need some help on my gun … love the vids glad I’ve subscribed to your channel.

[@ootahbeefz5501]

🔥

[@bigdansairguns83]

Thanks OOTAH!

[@boxcartwilly]

👍😎

[@divexplore21]

£1200, HW100BP territory!

[@chrisbarker1895]

With comments like that Dan, Biden will soon be talking to nato about you mate 😂😂😂 I like the fact you say it as you see it, not many genuine reviews around anymore, keep up the good work

[@andybrown8293]

2 riser blocks and a single shot adapter, problem solved……..hopefully!

[@bigdansairguns83]

Hi Andy! It's a bit of a band aid fix is the problem for a rifle that handles terribly. Even with that the grip/stock is still uncomfortable.. for a £1200 rifle it just rubs me the wrong way.

[@michaelroxby3937]

Would that cheek pad fit np02 ?

[@tomhirons7475]

Google is your friend instead of silly questions...

[@bigdansairguns83]

I haven't tried myself yet Michael, sadly it isn't my rifle as I'd have a go at swapping them. To be honest you're better off with the NP02 cheekpiece.

[@michaelroxby3937]

Hi Dan I posted my comment before I watched the full review. I won't bother trying to find one for my np02. Thanks for the reply.

[@mrdeadpool4177]

is it an old model?

[@heathhalfhill6867]

I find it mind boggling that a top tier manufacturer makes some of the worst magazines on the planet. Thankfully many and I mean MANY 3D printers out there make some of the much better than FX. Orion in USA Florida makes one of the best.😉 I have a Crown and yep replaced the mag day 1😔. Still a great gun and a pleasure to shoot but honestly so is my 285$ Nova Vista Liberty/Alpha. FAC .22 cal PCP. The trigger is almost as good and both with 18-21 grain pellets they both have the same accuracy at 75 yards. And to add to my disappointment in value is the Alpha/Liberty/Avenger mags are less then $14 each. At the end of the day it all adds up to your pleasurable experience. FX needs to step up their game on their magazines.😉 BTW I feel your sadness with some FX models. For the price…yeah…We should be expecting more honestly.

[@Relaxbadkneeadventures]

👍😉

[@rayfoster6980]

Not my cup of tea , it was interesting to see though. I see the widest variety of airguns here , thanks Big Dan. And that magazine, same crap as for my little Diana.

[@bigdansairguns83]

Hi Ray! I like to film what's interesting although I usually gravitate towards the cheaper stuff. I just couldn't resist with this FX though.. it's a shame that more effort wasn't put into the stock as the rest of the rifle was actually really nice.

[@mrsensibletimewastingarrog4185]

No link!

[@bigdansairguns83]

Link fixed thanks bud!

[@chalky3320]

2 videos on the same day dan? You need to stop sniffing them glue stick buddy lol. But thanks anyways as there's f all on tv

[@bigdansairguns83]

You're welcome. To be fair I remember catching whiffs of model glue back in the day.. smelled like pear drops haha.

[@77appyi]

slide the cheek peace off the bottle

[@Sp1tfiref0rever]

Love FX Airguns but this one is a NO NO horrendous looks

[@matthewoconnell4700]

You can buy a HW100 for the same money, why would you buy this? looks awful, accuracy was poor as well.

[@jefferydoubler2870]

What a joke once again fx screw up their not sub 12lbs guns the only good fx is the dreamline I bet the t12 is a better gun at halve the price