Hatsan Factor

[@AAROnair]

Thank you for watching. AAR merchandise available from www.aar-onair.com thanks to the shop www.vector-air.co.uk

[@alancummings7107]

I brought one a couple of months ago did my pellet testing with it it’s true it does need some pellets through it before you get good results, the best pellets I found was believe it or not RWS power balls getting pellet on pellet and it drives them deep into wooden back stop , so don’t give up on this gun it was worth every penny.

[@drmichaelatkins]

Great to see "budget" rifles vs the £2000 kits that we swoon over. Let's knock the snob value of expensive rifles on the head and let entry levels have a say on the basics of accuracy and precision.

[@Big-Cjl-Chris]

Absolutely agree I have a RM8 and I'm very happy with it.

[@aboutthemetal8783]

I've been lucky enough to have top end ltd edition daystates ,FX impacts,theoben Mfr,s etc etc ,but my favourite rifles to use are old mk 3 bsa super tens, no gauge,no quick fill, and a clunky bolt action , I can achieve the same accuracy with it as I can with an electronic daystate so ,it's really good to see guns like this on the market,it proves you don't need a huge wallet to enjoy shooting.

[@drdoom-skull2244]

I have a second-hand RM8 I got for £295. The FX Impact 3 is of course better but is also £1500 more.

[@BionicRusty]

@@aboutthemetal8783 as a novice shooter, comments like yours are great to read. Thanks for posting. I shoot a TX200HC at the moment (phenomenal springer) and want a pcp soon. My current ‘want’ is an AA S400. It’s accuracy I’m after but on a reasonable budget. All the best. 👍👍

[@geoffcampion6977]

@@BionicRusty had loads of really good shooting, and, tight groups with my Gamo Venari, excellent ratter as well, does have a vector 6 x 24 x 50 scope on it, which helps, normal shooting range is between 35 - and 50 mtr, and its a budget gun, not everyones choice but i like it

[@airgunshooterssyndicate103]

Some of the best reviews on KZbin

[@williamhart4896]

For a 500. Pound air rifle they have given you a very complete kit looks like a great value for your dollar package

[@patricianewman3753]

I bought one in .22 a few months back. I really like it... But... It is a little industrial in construction and needed plenty of bedding in. The barrel needed a couple of tins through it and a light clean before full performance was reached. The valve on the filling port/bottle, not sure which, is prone to sticking but again with use seems to have sorted itself out. Overall good value, and is the 3rd Hatsan I have bought.

[@muchasgracias6976]

With a barrel that long it gives you the option to either shoot or poke your target, plus the size of the cylinder allows you to refill your Zeppelin when it runs flat.

[@danhattersley6213]

Nice rifle, little heavy for me. Word of warning about the bipod though, letting the legs fly out like that under the spring tension will soon break it, trust me, I've had a few of these, best off pressing the button with the bipod against your leg and easing the legs out, or stopping the legs flying out using your little finger and then easing the legs out..... a hell of a lot quieter too!

[@GaisaSanktejo]

I broke my one of those bipods within two minutes, not my favourite type of grip/bipod combo. I"d already bought a viable alternative on Amazon for £10, so, no real loss

[@danhattersley6213]

@@magnaseeker1933 very good mate 👍

[@JamesLaserpimpWalsh]

Cheers for the tip.

[@mikehunt8968]

Great rifle, the only problem I have with mine is the adjustable length stock is a bit wobbly.... oh, and the case limits the size of scope you can fit, if you want to still use it...

[@scousewillo62]

What a cracking rifle. I cant see anything I would change, Foster fitting, large capacity and big mags. Those groups where tightening up nicely at 40m. Another top review, cheers Andy

[@heksogen4788]

They could have pushed bipod rail toward the front.

[@rolandkeys8297]

Why is it that every review I watch , I get the desire to by the gun

[@RandysRides]

I just bought a Crosman "Fire" and totally agree with what you said about rifles needing a bunch of rounds put through them before the grouping comes together.

[@aboutthemetal8783]

It would be nice to see the higher end companies supplying two magazines with their rifles .

[@simonnoble7589]

Great Review Andy, hatson are really trying to improve. Nice kit for under 500. Thanks for your hard work Andy. Cheers Simon from York

[@RogueBrit]

Got this rifle a few weeks ago and accuracy is excellent

[@logangallagher7050]

@RogueBrit hi what pellets did you find best with the hatsan factor

[@johndemtopics1377]

What range would you be certain of a first round hit on a 10cm diameter target still? And what caliber do you have it chambered in?

[@simonperkins781]

I actually bought the factor rc from vector takes little to settle down, dump the qe system and go with a silencer far better, accuracy is spot on!

[@Richardcecker]

Thanks Andy! I just received mine. I added a Hawke 3-9x40 AO mil dot scope and a bipod (Looks to be the same one you used in your test footage). I am very happy with it. Thanks again for all you do!

[@logangallagher7050]

What pellets did you find best with the hatsan factor?

[@mikeoconnell2786]

Great videos I'm new to your channel with about 12 months I've been back watching vids I ve alot to catch up on..so far I'm well impressed with your channel . Your reviews and videos are spot on great job Andy and crew 👍

[@andrewcrofts531]

So much gun for such a good price! I've had a couple of Hatsan's and they have been reasonable for the money. The quatro trigger is great and works well. Not sure about the overall length of this one, especially if you stick a silencer on the end. I think it would make a good 'hide' gun for the pigeons though what with the huge shot count etc... Great review once again Andy, cheers and keep safe pal.

[@stevensanger]

Great review Andy, that is a lot of kit for the money and probably a good starter kit

[@FenWolf68]

Got a .22 Hatsan AT44-10 that I bullpupped years ago and its my primary tackdriver to this day. If this Factor was available in .25 I'd be ordering one right now ;-j

[@GaisaSanktejo]

It is, but you have to import it and that's practically impossible due to shipping issues caused by the UK's leaving the EU, something that'll take a while to resolve

[@frankcross2297]

Thanks for the review. Hopefully the next gen will have a barrel band, no barrel droop, and be able to get closer to what the Avenger is currently capable of doing in regards to group size at 40m. What precision and accuracy can you achieve by single shot rather than clip? The bolt probe usually dings the pellet skirts on these cheaper rifles if you utilize a magazine.

[@jdaustin8618]

Who remembers the Johnny 7 rifle? Add a grenade launcher and you've got a big boys version. As ever, good vid Andy. Thanks.

[@H4CK61]

Oh yes I had so much fun with mine and my mates we had great wars in the late 60s.

[@lewisholbrook585]

Another great review, Andy. Kind of like an FX Impact M3, but with loads of extra gear, and nearly a quarter of the price!

[@timshelley8635]

Great video! Looks like a winner! Thanks Andy!

[@spikeydapikey1483]

*wonders what the trade in on my AT-44 would be??* Really like the look of this one. Great price as well !! Cheers.

[@alexdrifts1188]

i bought one a couple of months ago the only thing i have found an issue is the bipod mount no matter how much you tighten it it loosens off, i'm going to have to think of a way of fixing it so it doesn't move again. but that's my only negative.

[@GaisaSanktejo]

As someone who owns the all black version of this air rifle, I was pleased by your review 👍 I found your experience pretty much echoed mine and yes, the performance and accuracy improved with each shot! While considered a budget airgun, I couldn't be happier with mine and use it for both fun/plinking, targets and pest control 👍👌😁

[@GaisaSanktejo]

Just a small update from my last post; I recently purchased a gun calibration rest and after zeroing my digital scope in, I fired about a hundred rounds at static targets and the accuracy was INCREDIBLE! It was consistently hitting within 5-10mm (around 1/4 to 3/8 inch) at range without fliers! I could, have and did shoot the firing caps out of used shotgun cartridges at the same range and yes, as previously mentioned, I have used this tool for pest control. I know some people have had problems with this particular model, but I have had none of those, the original accuracy did improve as I ran a couple of tins through it, but I have come to accept this with all airguns I have purchased, so I was quite happy to do this. All in all, I love the Hatsan Factor and would happilly reccomend this airgun to others!

[@hugostieglitz238]

Do you have any issues with the trigger or filling valve? Mine has been returned for the fifth time.

[@GaisaSanktejo]

@@hugostieglitz238 I haven't had any issues with the gun since I bought it

[@hugostieglitz238]

@@GaisaSanktejo hopefully back tomorrow, otherwise I’m very pleased.👍

[@GaisaSanktejo]

@@hugostieglitz238 Same here; Mine's been very reliable and accurate, so I'm sorry to hear you've had issues with yours

[@garyhill9516]

You done it again Andy.

[@chrisbluck7276]

Yet another absolutely amazing review Andy. I actually really like that one, I probably shouldn't but I really do.

[@darrenbeniston3130]

Hi Andy thanks for another great budget rifle and on one from Hatsan that really looks impressive ,you have just added another one to think about when I go and buy from the guys at Vector Air ,as I can't seem to find a good airgun shop here in Stratford upon Avon since leaving my home town Coalville in Leicestershire.

[@OffGridMadMan]

I live in Stratford too! Try Becketts farm gunshop on the way back to Brum, they sell these. I might get one myself.

[@darrenbeniston3130]

@@OffGridMadMan thanks for the reply I will give them go

[@darrenbagnall321]

THANK YOU ANDY.....I ASKED AND U DELIVERED...ORDER IS IN

[@supportdesk7703]

Great one thanks! Was waiting for a good review of this remarkable and affordable air gun :-)

[@aboutthemetal8783]

If hatsan made a carbine regulated version id definitely buy one.

[@northeastverminhunters]

the factor rc is regulated i have one :-)

[@aboutthemetal8783]

@@northeastverminhunters really? What's your verdict from straight out of the box ?

[@grandtrunk49]

Good review. I believe your reviews to be non bias and factually presented. Your review conclusions lead me to believe that they are true and honest without the over opinionated hype. I just purchased this rifle today, 1/4/22 and trust that my experience will be as positive as was yours.

[@hugostieglitz238]

That’s next on my list..👍… I got it.. been back to the shop four times already. Trigger issues and filling valve..

[@akweaponry2760]

Hatsan never disappoint 💯

[@hugostieglitz238]

I’ve had quite a few problems. Mine is now back in the shop for the fifth time. trigger issues and filler port. apart from that, it’s a cracking rifle.

[@yamahabigwedgy]

I reakon if they put a shorter barrel on it would be better, but nice to see a budget rifle with so much to offer

[@fullmindstorm]

This is a great value, Ill buy this rifle next time I need an air rifle.

[@coprguy1]

Love Your reviews sir! If shrouded barrels weren't illegal in my state, I would definitely own one of these!

[@simonnoble7589]

Greetings from England 🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧

[@coprguy1]

@@simonnoble7589 Greetings from Rhode Island USA USA :-)

[@alanshad6292]

This one is fun, Hasann...what a pkg. Aggressive and the goodies...well worth it. They should also throw in a matching Scope and it would be completely ready. PS- tone down the magazine color. Thx.great rvw.

[@cblack1green]

I think we need to stop labelling these guns as budget rifles, maybe everything over £750 should be referred to as expensive guns.

[@sniffles3585]

Agreed budget means about half this price

[@BmgGunsAndStuff]

Exactly my thoughts

[@catherineharris4746]

FACTS!👍👍👍👍👍

[@dudeyfeb88coach]

Its budget to him who has a large northern house with a garden nearly the size of a small activity center like pgl windmill hill .He did not make his money from selling air guns and doing these videos where he admits he gets very little .Probably engineer , inheritance ,but knowing very little world things like believing in a buying into the worlds deadliest plague , solar panels which are very toxic to produce and recently admitting to electric cars not being that good for the planet .He's like a BBC Air gun presenter , for which he took as a compliment lol.

[@ofvlogs9856]

Agreed

[@darrylredmill4376]

Not usually a fan of PCP stuff , but i do like this , great package. The cost of bottle etc just puts me off for the "occasional" shooter

[@GaisaSanktejo]

I have yet to need more than the bottle that came with mine and filling at the local range is cleap enough. I am thinking about purchasing a compressor, but thats a "future project"

[@thoconger145]

Littel much on the sarcasm, decent review, couldn't see the target and thought it kinda quiet. Thanks

[@jambutty2218]

Would like to see a comparison with the Walther rotex RM8 UC. In price alone it's a competitor.. So difficult to decide which one is ideal for my first PCP. Love your channel and reviews.

[@johnrobson4230]

That box it comes with is a bit like Mary Poppins Carpet bag !

[@kodyblack6366]

Awsome vid again Andy you keep hitting them out the ball park. Anybody know what are the best pellet guns on amazon U.S., if there are any I'm new to this and looking for a good .22 rifle and decent scope but unaware about what an all around gun and scope should have. Thanks in advance

[@tankthebulldog1991]

Add to shopping list 😍😎

[@trevoror8668]

Is it regulated? Carbon tank and a CZ barrel that would rock

[@petercarter9613]

Would love one of these but SWMBO has already told me that I don't need one! We'll see - maybe. As always a great review - keep it up, it's what Friday is all about.

[@simonnoble7589]

Go on buy one ? You know you want one lol... Tell her it's half price in a sale 😂🤞🤞🍀

[@FOOKYOUTUBENUMBERS]

Gone are the days of the Briton mk1 Gat My very first Gun You used to push the front of the barrel down on the floor to cock it lol not very powerful but great fun back in the 80's

[@anthonyprice5596]

It's good to see someone is producing rifles at reasonable prices, and not following this bullpup trend. Andy didn't mention the price of the carbon bottle, just it was available? But for the price that would give a lot of pleasure down the range, and could show the flash Harry's with their FXs a thing or two.

[@aboutthemetal8783]

It's just under £100 more.

[@brorjordas1979]

"Budget PCP rifle"? Not over here in Finland. €750 easily. And most found in .25 (full power though). And the regulated version costs around €1000, or more... Been watching at these lately. Loved the looks instantly. But the local price for a Hatsan.. Ouch.. And many seem to think Hatsans as a bit crappy - depending on model, I guess...

[@ronheeringa6158]

nah, they are considdered to be a bit crappy. Depends. Either you get a good one, or you got the wrong one. Over here people prefer Kral over Hatsan, cheaper but better quality

[@brorjordas1979]

@@ronheeringa6158 Aaand here is one to confirm what I thought I've read about them Hatsans before. 😁👍 Good or bad - depending on just kinda luck.. Not really familiar with the Krals either - but I have at least seen a few of them.. and with pretty happy owners too.

[@Frietpan]

@@brorjordas1979 ive only have a hatsan (the cheapest one) springer and its horrible. the plastic is cracked in allot of places, it came with rust out of the box, and its recent development is that the safety doesnt work anymore. (i never took it apart but i have a feeling its looking terrible in there) perhaps im asking to much from a budget rifle but that experience makes me look at other brands.

[@GaisaSanktejo]

@@ronheeringa6158 I had the option of getting the Hatsan Factor or the Kral Jumbo Hi-Cap; Both look VERY similar in design, though the Kral costs about £130 more than the Factor. I had the option of trying both out before buying and they're both good rifles, which are equally good value for money and in my mind, worth it. One of the main reasons I chose the factor, was due to its being within my budget at the time, whereas the Kral was not. Given the choice and funds to choose again? It would be like flipping a coin :)

[@brorjordas1979]

@@Frietpan Ouch! Your Hatsan experience has then not been that good.. I only own one springer. It is a Crosman Phantom. I use it when want hard shots at longer ranges. Has worked way good all these years.. But after this comment of yours - I bet I would not buy myself a Hatsan springer..

[@robert7984]

10:27 I think you killed a few bunnies with that one! lol.

[@robert7984]

Man this is another exact and enjoyable review from my man Andy! Love the look of this one and I'm NOT a "bottle gun" lover by any means. I'm not sure if its the color or what but this rifle is sharp looking!

[@garettbodel3002]

Love your channel

[@robomoto5550]

The magazine remind me of the sights on the guns that the bad guys used to have in the man from U.N.C.L.E. LOL

[@carlosanthonydacruz4509]

My experience was good for about three or four rounds of pellets. After that the gun start losing air somewhere by the trigger, cannot charge anymore.

[@patricianewman3753]

I found the valve on the bottle/filling port not sure which is prone to sticking. Usually clears if I attempt to refill a couple of times. I suspect it needs bedding in same as much of the gun.

[@taracamino]

I HAVE SIMILAR PROBLEM. SOMETIMES LEAKS AIR AND SOMETIMES NOT. FRUSTRATING BECAUSE CHECKED ALL SEALS, USED BALLOONS ON FILLER PROBE, MANOMETER ETC. EVEN USED SOAPY WATER !! BUT RIFLE I LOVE IT. ANY ADVICE GREATLY APPRECIATED.

[@waveriders6970]

Great looking rifle I think a AR magazine would have suited it perfectly but very nice indeed.

[@rosendocorpuz7209]

Hi sir have a question that airgun can't you chipping other countries

[@roseybut]

The "budget" manufacturers are now producing good quality affordable airguns. Is a Daystate Delta Wolf, at £2500, really five times the gun? or are we paying over the odds for a Daystate badge? I have a FX Dreamline Tac which, out of the box, was dreadful. It took many hours of fettling to get it to shoot well. Down at my club I'm seeing more and more of the "Budget" airguns compared to the established "quality" manufacturers, and they shoot just as well. I've taken the plunge and ordered a Zbrioa Hortitsia MK2 (£540) by far my cheapest PCP airgun. Very interested to see how it performs against my other overpriced? airguns.

[@coprguy1]

Just purchased an FX Dreamline Tac and I'm finding the same thing. Damn thing NEEDS all the adjustments to get it to group. My Benjamin Cayden shoots one hole groups right out of the box for a third of the price. But I guess I can say I own an FX. 😡

[@docthebiker]

Hatsan put all the goodies on this rifle and then don't put in a regulator (something I'd want with a choke). If there's one criticism I have for your reviews it's that lack of spread figures. A good spread = better repeatability. So please can you start to include them Andy. Admittedly this monster isn't likely to wimp out over the course of a tin, but if pellets are unsized then a choke can bite into the spread.

[@SnipeLoisirsTestsCustoms]

Nice video and this rifle I never get tired of I have it in 6.35 it's very good for the price

[@JamesLaserpimpWalsh]

Just put a deposit on one at my local shop. Roll on payday lol. Cheers for the review squire.

[@Plastic_Paddy]

your reviewof the Sentry , which had a regulator - seemed to show more value for the money , in the same range ?

[@charlesh6519]

Were they in the 500 to 600 price range months ago all i can find is $999 us

[@paulg8394]

I didn't think much off the look. But by the end making me want to buy one. Just don't tell the other half.

[@davidhandyman7571]

Greetings from Down Under.

[@LordAn0bis]

Looks interesting. But what is the max size slug/pellet will it take?

[@GaisaSanktejo]

I've seen the .177, .22 and .25. I don't believe the .25 would be viable in the UK unless it was an FAC gun though

[@LordAn0bis]

@@GaisaSanktejo I should have sed length of pellet/slugs. Stupid me 🤣

[@GaisaSanktejo]

@@LordAn0bis I depth checked the magazine and its about 10mm... I doubt the sub12 version of the airgun would cope with heavier slugs, but a quick search shows the FAC versions are about 36-40 ft/lb's and should work fine with heavier slugs/bullets

[@LordAn0bis]

@@GaisaSanktejo thanks for the info😊👍

[@andybeckett4480]

Surely this should give some of the upmarket "trendy" manufacturers pause for thought. You can readily pay nearly 3 times this price for a similar style of rifle and still have reliability issues if some of the owner reviews are anything to go by.

[@johngriffiths3309]

Love your reviews but why are so many air rifles got the AR look I prefer a nice bit of wood or a nice synthetic stock like the BSA R10

[@FirstStateAirgun]

Now i like this!!👍

[@toddhanis1516]

This one looks nice😎 I've wanted hatsan blitz for couple years now but ammo prices kinda steer me other way especially after smg22 malfunctions going off when it jammed& I put safety on then went to set it down then brrrratttt 4rounds went off towards neighbors house😡💩 that one jammed to much so I trade it in for dragonclaw single shot. 50cal you only need one shot if your decent shot. This one r 22 version I'd like to try someday😎🤘

[@bobbythompson3544]

The mag would be fantastic in a barn full of feral pigeons, my single shot Daystate can be hard work by the time you’ve shot 100! This has to be Bargain of the Century!

[@philbeavan4645]

You've sold it to me, thanks

[@gboutdoors5198]

the hatsan factor or the Benjamin Gunnar? Im stuck between the two.

[@RogueBrit]

My only complaint is the FDE finish does mark when you fit anything to the rails. So it's not the most robust finish

[@GaisaSanktejo]

Same goes with the black, I'm serously thinking about spraying it with a protective matte clear laquer

[@RogueBrit]

@@GaisaSanktejo I wanted black but fde was the only one I could get.. Pleased thou

[@GaisaSanktejo]

@@RogueBrit I managed to get the black version (didn't care for fde) and am pleased too, though as you mentioned, the paint finish marks way too easily, hence my idea of using a protective matte laquer

[@cosmo9882]

Thats a very nice gun, it may have liked a lighter pellet. 👍😎👍

[@warrensmith3940]

love this channel

[@winstonchurchill6506]

Are they easy to power tune up if so getting one...well done boss.

[@CygnusX250]

have had some issues with various guns from FX (nightmare) to hatsan (on my 3rd repair/exchange).....im curious, how often do you run into a gun that simply wont group. What do you do when it wont group (cleaning/borepaste/more pellets/polishing paste) etc.....assuming its not a shooter/scope/mount/rail issue

[@ramsesdizon9987]

The problem is ( here in the US) reviews from Hatsan owners is that you get no customer service and quality has been an issue with Hatsan

[@danforbes4513]

wow looks really cool hmm i maybe have to get one :)

[@Esoxlucius51]

So, instead of counting sheep,we count pellets... have you fallen asleep while loading the mag🤣🤣

[@iansavage6560]

isnt there a bullpup version of this ??

[@ronheeringa6158]

Like the Video. Maybe next time review a Kral when reviewing a budget pcp.

[@droner5423]

Great review and probably my perfect purchase.

[@firstknight6057]

Can it be tuned or is it another disappointment like all uk spec fx? At 11.7 ftlb I'm surprised it managed to break the paper target

[@nickbea3443]

What height are those scope mounts and does the large mag get in the way of lowering the scope and further? Otherwise, a nice looking and functioning rifle.

[@rmdave1965]

I've got this very rifle and its got a hawke 3 x9 x40 on normal mounts! The sight doesn't touch the mags at all. If like me you're a big lad,high mounts might be better as the top rail to cheek rest distance is low! Not a detrimental point ,just better for comfort! Definitely needs some lead before it settles down,

[@m333pm333p]

That looks like a fun bit of kit but I'm betting I can't have one in Australia. It certainly wouldn't be worth the hassle if so :(

[@robthomson7350]

When you buy a new pcp does it come pre charged

[@moesizlak5134]

Hi Andy! I've been watching your videos for quite a while now and I got a gen 4 Glock using your reviews. Is there any chance you could do a review on the KLI baby yaga combat master co2 blowback bb pistol? There don't seem to be any good reviews on it and it would help me a lot. Thanks, moe

[@MudMaxMetalDetecting]

Hmm nice but I still think I would choose a Gamo GX40. I love the added range time your filming these days, nice addition to the reviews mate. ATB MMMD

[@PeterAgostiniJdcap26]

Nice rig but don’t care much for the looks of the bottle. Easily fixed with a clip on cover that makes it looks authentic. Send that to Hatsan Andrew!

[@christinebeckett7060]

I suspect it's intended more for FAC levels of power. The length and shot count are probably overkill for UK sub-12ftlbs.

[@hughneek12]

M-E-G-A O V E R K I L L!

[@Stevenyoung100]

Bob Ross of airguns

[@murrayandrews8505]

Looks great , hows the built quality ?

[@5Komma5]

4:57 looks like Hatsan QC isn't that good. The barrel shroud needs to be turned a quarter turn. That would hide the vent hole and put the logo in the proper place. Still, interesting rifle for the money.

[@PAKESYBOY]

Hi don’t mind me asking what best small pcp rifle

[@OffGridMadMan]

Iv heard a lot of mixed reviews on these, some have said they're a nightmare. Have they changed anything since the original model? I really want one! Got a Galatian and it's cracking, I think Hatsan make some good stuff. And some rubbish.

[@GaisaSanktejo]

I don't know if they changed anything, but many of the reviews do seem to be "fresh out of the box", which, as Andy mentioned, can be a bit of a problem since these seem to work better after you've "broken them in" I own one myself and after breaking it in (I do this with all my rifles), the rifle's been a cracking piece f equipment; accurate, consistent and reliable

[@OffGridMadMan]

@@GaisaSanktejo great to hear! Thanks for the advice, I really appreciate it 👍

[@GaisaSanktejo]

@@OffGridMadMan No problem, just had to share it as I see it with my personal experience, so to speak :)