Staff Picks: November Edition
Welcome to this month’s Staff Picks, where the Vector Air team showcases the gear we’d personally fork out our hard-earned cash for. These aren’t just random recommendations. They’re carefully chosen based on hands-on experience, customer feedback, and the all-important gut feeling that says, “Yep, this one’s a keeper.”
From innovative arrivals to old favourites that deserve a fresh spotlight, these picks represent the best of the best—according to the folks who live and breathe this stuff daily. Think of it as a cheat sheet for smarter buying. Here’s what we’re loving this November:
Luke’s Pick: A Wooden Wonder?
Luke is breaking character this month by picking a wooden sporter rifle. Shocking, we know. But hear him out...
Thanks to our mates at JRW and Umarex, we got our hands on a proof-of-concept hybrid. Imagine the RM8 UC (known for its pest-control-friendly synthetic stock) crossed with Varmint’s wooden sporter stock. What do you get? A compact, supremely accurate rifle with a rotary mag system, Lothar Walther barrel, a built-in silencer in a slightly lighter sporter layout perfect for those who shoot off bags... or Tripods 🤔
Luke is impressed. His only gripe? It’s stuck with a dovetail rail instead of Picatinny, but hey, that’s nothing a conversion rail can’t fix. If you’re looking for a unique, precision-driven sporter, this one’s worth a shot.
Craig’s Pick: Precision Meets Affordability
Even professional pest controllers like Craig can be lured into the world of target shooting when something exceptional comes along. Enter the Hammerli AR20 Pro. We think he's been watching AAR before coming to work.
This Walther creation ditches the frills in favour of performance, delivering pinpoint accuracy with its straight-pull bolt and ambidextrous grip. What’s truly wild is the price tag—unusually wallet-friendly for a tuned target air rifle.
Craig’s advice? Don’t let the lack of bells and whistles fool you. This rifle is all business, and if you’re ready to hit bullseyes without emptying your bank account, this is the way to go.
Tee’s Pick: Lightweight Luxury
Winter’s here, and Tee’s joints are feeling it. Her solution? Ditching the heavy steel air bottles for a sleek, carbon-fibre option.
The Best Fittings 3L Carbon Bottle is 35% lighter than its steel counterpart. Perfect for pest controllers like Tee, who value portability when trekking with their gear. Plus, with the “Bling Kit,” why not add a little pizzazz to your loadout for that added functionality of QD hose, carrying strap and anti-roll cradle for your car? Lightweight, Practical and stylish—a winning combo.
Karl’s Pick: Steady as She Goes
Product 🔗: Rokstad Carbon Fiber Tripod
Karl’s thinking long-term accuracy this month with his pick: a sturdy tripod setup. Let’s be honest, most shooters’ biggest failing is themselves, and a good tripod can fix that.
Pair it with a shooting clamp (or ARCA-compatible gear), and you’ve got a stability solution leagues ahead of basic aluminium tripods. Whether you’re zeroing a scope or taking long-range shots, this setup is worth the upgrade.
Wrap-Up: Ready for the Holidays?
These are our final Staff Picks before Christmas, so if you’re planning on treating someone—or yourself—this festive season, consider these gems. Pair them with ideas from our Christmas Buying Guide for extra inspiration.
Stay smart, stay modern, and shop with common sense. After all, we’re not here to coddle you; we’re here to guide you to gear worth owning.
Until next time, happy shooting! 🎯
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