Theoben E-Type Standard vs. AA S410

[TCups]

Have been thinking about a PCP.  I have a Theoben Crusader with the ambi walnut stock that I really like.  I see that Theoben makes their E-Type in a standard version with what looks like a very similar stock design as the Crusader -- an ambi walnut Monte Carlo stock, and it has a reversible bolt handle.  The AA S410 comes LH or RH but has a RH side-lever option that looks good (I am right handed, but left eye dominant and can shoot either, but see better if I shoot LH).  Any of you out there have an E-Type?  Any comments or comparisons between the Theoben E-Type and the AA S410?  What should a first-time PCP purchaser know about these air rifles?

Thanks.

[Gene_SC]

Tommy, both have good reviews and I do not think there would be enough difference in the performance of either Theoben E or the AA410. Unless you prefer to load one pellet at a time. You are always welcome to come buy and shoot my AA 410 Classic anytime to get a feel, right handed..:)

Gene

[TCups]

Gene:

Will do that soon.  I may be up that way this weekend.  How loud is the AA 410?

[Gene_SC]

It is very quiet Tommy. You could shoot it in the house and the wife would not know..:)

Gene

[TCups]

Ever shot one of the thumbhole stocks?  Might have a deal on one, but w/ thumbhole stock.  Hmmm . . .

[kirby999]

An AA S410 H Classic in a walnut thumbhole stock would be a sweet rig . I've not had any dealings with the Theobens , but they do have a loyal following . kirby

[TCups]

Well . . .  the AA410 Classic .22 w/ LH walnut thumbhole stock might just be under the tree for Christmas!  I have been very good this year, Santa Cuz.  Thanks for all your help and suggestions everyone, especially Joe.  As a loyal Cuz puppet, I am happy to be doing business with you and LIAG, again.  Thanks Joe.

[Gene_SC]

Well Tommy if you do not like your Walnut thumbhole stock I have a real nice Walnut stock on my AA 410 Classic .22...:) Congrats on your introduction to the Dark Siders. May the light be with you..:)

Gene

[kirby999]

Congrats on the choice . I know you'll love that rifle. Make sure you post plenty of pictures. BTW that picture of a thumbhole is an ERB sidelever. kirby

[DanoInTx]

I think as far as first PCP's go you have jumped right from beginner into "big boy" status with either of those rigs.  I have never shot the Theobens, but as Gene said they do have a very loyal following.  The Air Arms guns are still in my opinion the best bang for your buck in PCP's, I have nothing bad to say about any of the ones I've shot, and since I am a Santa Cuz puppet myself I think Joe will be getting a call from me in the fairly near future too:)

[TCups]

Kirby:  Just grabbed the picture for the thumbhole stock.  I don't know if I was mistaken in the Classic vs. the ERB model specification.  I do know that Santa Cuz is quoting the full size (not carbine) rifle with side-lever cocking, multi-shot mag and the adjustable power option, so it may be the ERB rather than the Classic that Santa Cuz will be dropping down the chimney, along with a hard case, Hawke 50MM AO side wheel lighted mil dot scope and 80 cu ft tank w/ yolk and fill adaptor as a Christmas Package deal.  Ho Ho Ho

[kirby999]

Yes I'm pretty sure it will be an ERB . You'll want the larger airtube with.22 cal. and adjustable power . Everybody, myself included when they have the option of adjustable power want to crank it up and see what it'll do. I had a S410H classic bolt action (before they discontinued them for the sidelever) in .22 cal.; and it would tear up my backstock I'd been shooting for 2 years without a problem with my .177 12fpe rifles. If I have it correct the Classic is only available now in a bolt action 12fpe non-adjustable version . The thumbhole stock can be had on any of the rifles available for an additional fee. The 410 sidelever is only available in a high powered version here in the USA . Over in the mother country , they have what is named a S510SL which is a 12fpe sidelever version with the shrouded barrel. Shrouded barrels had only been made for the US before. Shrouded barrels were not necessary over there because they have other options. kirby

[gamo2hammerli]

Hey TCups, u r really going to luv that PCP.  I have a AA S410 in .22 Carbine version....not a problem with her none what so ever.