Hatsan 125 Sniper Vortex .177, .22 and .25 Caliber "Full Review" by AIrgun Detectives
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- Опубликовано: 26 дек 2019
- This is a full and complete review of the Hatsan 125 Sniper Breakbarrel air rifle, featuring the Vortex piston and the Quatro Trigger. In this video we review all three caliber, .177, .22, and .25. We provide an in-depth review and clearly "We take the mystery out of Airguns." #staytunedforairgundetectives
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I have the 22 caliber in the spring, also have the model 65 in 22 caliber... the sniper is by far the most powerful and my favorite. Had the sniper for 7 years and no problems.
Spring or Vortex ram model?
Enjoy your clear and objective reviews. New air gunner, your vid helped me choose a Hatsan 125 Sniper Vortex QE 22 caliber. Added a Hawke 3-12x44 SF, really like it. Retired USMC here, old eyes too, appreciate some of your eyeglasses comments.....grin
The dedication, devotion and hard work you put towards this hobby definitely shows in your videos. Once again, this helped in a purchasing decisions. One of these times I'll be able to finally find one I can purchase.
Thank you for watching and I appreciate your comments 👍
I used to have them in .22 and 25 ..now I have all kind of pcp I could tell you they are really consistent and accurate almost to the point not having to envy nothing to a entry level pcp performance...nice review thanks 👍👍
If PCPs are so nice just get real 22 But ammo scarce!!
Don't need a real. 22 my. 224 condor shoot a 60g rcbs bullet at 975 fps in power 1 of 10 125fp in low power. The .257 shoots 85g 1085 in power 2 of 10..220 fp --I cast my bullets..224--257--308.
Thank you for watching 👍
John, Honestly a good straight forward video review on these air rifles. I like the fact that you review springers/break barrel, gas piston, sidelever type guns. This is what I learned to shoot way back in 1979. I do own pcp rifle but still prefer the mechanicial type. Your shooting vids pique my interest and keep me informed on the preformance of new guns. Scott
Hey Scott, I still prefer breakbarrels over any of the air rifles. Simple and never dependent on an outside air source. Happy New Year👍
A very well-done review. Some folks may not realize how much work goes into the making of these kinds of vids......the filming, the chronography , the target shots, the editing, etc these types of vids are priceless to those (like me) who are looking to purchase a particular rifle (or not!) and yet the folks that create these channels are not "paid" , other than their dividends from the ads, which are minimal at best.....
So , you might say, "Can I trust these guys?"
Well, suffice to say, if these guys didn't genuinely CARE about the topic, the vid would not be here. They are NOT paid to pimp for a particular brand/model/etc... THOSE vids/ads are clearly visible and understandable for what they are, just basically an advertising video.
Period.
So, it's up to you. Where are you going to get better info?
You are 100% correct and I really appreciate your comments as well as your support 👍
You’re a really good shot with break barrel guns. I never was that good with them just fair. Been told to use the military hold,not so tight to the shoulder and very loose with forward grip. Just found your channel tonight and been binging.
I have the Hatsan Spring Mod 125 in .177. It shoots 7.9-grain pellets over 1250 fps. I'm using the H & N Silver Point 11.57-gr and the Premier Piranha 10.5-gr pellets. This rifle is backyard friendly unless you have a wooden fence. I actually purchased this rifle the day after I saw this video review. I'm 71-years old and weigh 160 lbs. I have no problem cocking it. So far, I have shot around 1,000 pellets through it. I agree with every one of your comments on this rifle. Thank you for sharing your thoughts.
Good stuff, thanks for the review!!
Thanks for watching Phillip!
Loved seeing a comparison of all three calibers from the same model Hatsan.
Already subscribed but I hold off on thumb up till after the video. So far all of yours have made the grade so thumb up here as well. 😎
That was a great review. I love my Hatsan air rifles .
I appreciate you watching and thanks for the comments!
The fact that you got all three calibers saves a lot about that rifle it must be a real good rifle which makes me come to the conclusion that I will be purchasing it in 25 caliber thank you
The Quattro trigger must have come along way in last 9 years. Mine broke closer to 7 lbs after being adjusted all the way down. I replaced my screws and heavy return spring. About a half hour of Installing and adjusting it now brakes at a crisp 20 oz. good video!
I just got my custom breech seals in for my .22 plain Jane 125 vortex in recently. Tested it today with 14.3gr crosman premier hp's and they all broke the sound barrier. It's now a whole new monster
I have the 125 Sniper Vortex in 25 caliber but had to send it back to Hatsan because the pellets were clipping the moderator baffles and accuracy suffered. Great service from them while they had it they repaired a bad piston seal. It is shooting good now and i can actually hit something. I also have the bipod mount like yours.Like most Hatsans these are heavy rifles. I didn't use the included scope either , it is junk.
I have both in .25 cal - the Hatsan 150 Sniper & Hatsan 135qe. Both are great looking & shooting guns for hunting. Now, I can move on to my first pcp 👍🏾
Mark can you please tell the difference between the two ..hatsan 125 vs 135 ?
Hey, J.C., another great, comprehensive review, and covering 3 calibers to boot! Blast you, Red Baron! Now I've gotta go shopping again. Be prepared, am going to (probably) have to order TWO bipod sets when they come in.
No problem. I am a victim of this hole shipping crisis. 🚢 🤔. Hopefully we'll see them soon. Happy Shooting and I appreciate your continued support 👍
Hey John. I always enjoy your airgun reviews and that is great accuracy with those bipods. I'm going to to try them on a couple of my springers. My problem will be getting my shooting table level as I shoot of a MTM high/low shooting table that I set up in my yard each time I shoot. Keep those great reviews coming.
Thanks for watching and I appreciate your comments!
I like all my hatsan guns, they do what they say.👍
Reasonably priced as well👍
I've had my 125 22 for less than a week and have popped around 500 pellets through it and upgraded the scope to a UTG Bug Buster. I absolutely love this gun!
You still have it? Is it still going strong? Spring or Vortex?
@@jeremyblackwater439 Vortex. And it still works great
Hey JC just a quick bit of info. The hatsan scopes are adjustable objective. You remove the objective lens cap and manually rotate the lens. Try it out you’ll see it works. Then you set it to your zero distance. Great vid!
Honestly have to say for me being on youtube a year now doing arigun reviews your channel has been a fast growing great content inspirational channel I hope to see your channel go big so good for you I mention you to all my airgunners and in some videos
Thank you for the great comments! I really appreciate you watching!
Airgun Detectives-Airgun Reviews absolutely agree! I love that you Chrono every gun. Maybe you could do a decibel reading in future videos which would be nice to know if it’s backyard friendly. Overall great job 👍
I had ordered a 125 in spring. Gonna get vortex think Im going with .25 cal. You had good velocities and outstanding accuracy!!!
All vortex of hatsan piston fails!!! 👎
Another great video thanks for sharing.
Appreciate the comment Cory. Still trying to figure out a less expensive shipping route to Canada!
Hey bro great video on the three different calibers.An I also love the accessory rail u put on the fore end for the bipeds an the light
Thank you for watching 👍
Appreciate your work
Great clip👍.
I have the hatsan 135 vortex in .22, great break barrel.
My favourite from my small collection is my Diana 350 magnum .177 👍
I have a Diana 360 Magnum N-tec in .22 caliber. I'll do a review on it soon. It's a great rifle!😉👍
Great revieuw!!
You are doing a great job!!
Keep it up!!
Greetings from the Netherlands!!
E.
Thanks for watching and I hope you are safe and healthy!!
Hey man! I just picked up a 125 .25 springer in a pawn shop with a UTG 3-12×40 AO for 100 bucks. Haven't had a chance to shoot groups yet but it seems pretty Beastly! Great work as always man. Merry Christmas to you and yours!
Sounds like a great deal!! I actually am leaning towards spring pistons more and more. My Hatsan 125 Sniper has less than 100 rounds through it. It has been sitting for a year and the air leaked out of the gas ram. Filled it and in 12 hours it was empty again. You don't have that issue with a spring piston. Merry Christmas 🎅🎄
@@AirgunDetectives Well that is a bummer! Kenny Kormendy did several reviews on these guns and the springer version actually edge out the ram guns in power. Not by much but the springers have a little more. I guess the smoother shooting is the trade off. I hope you get some cool airguns for Christmas! Haha 😄 Take it easy man!
.22 version looks like the sweet spot imo.
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best rifle brand and model i ever had! i will recommend!
Thanks a lot for the awesome comprehensive video ...I am considering to buy one ...but confused about 125 vs 135...can you guide about the differences?
Mine has regular stock but glad I bought it when I did. Always buy brand new on hatsan. I got 2 junkers in a row a yr or 2 ago. Get the one sealed in bag!!!!
Very good & informative video.
I just figured it out you have all 3 with the long barrels!!! Thats why cocking seemed easier. I got the short barrel no cheek piece that slides up. says 8.4lbs But I like it no leak yet!!!!!!! I emailed Hatsan and they sent me a couple but second one told me they redesigned the vortex and shouldnt need air unless a leak. Also I shot 3 differant airguns the other day and i actually got arm pump like riding dirtbikes.
Another fantastic review mate👏🏼, would really like to see the Diana AR8 on review next...... cheers from Trinidad and Tobago 🇹🇹
Thanks for watching...I will have a Diana 48 review in the near future for sure.
@@AirgunDetectivesGreat...I currently own a 23 year old mod 48 TO1 in smooth bore, fantastic rifle u wouldn't be disappointed
I love my 125 in .25 caliber! I threw a $40 UTG 4x32 scope on it and it's perfect for my raccoon problem at 25 yards and under! It's pretty pellet picky though. The best have been the 27 grain Benjamins and the Predator Polymags. It seems to not like the JSBs much
That's typical we these airguns. My .25 likes the JSBs and the Benjamins were a about 3rd place. Thanks for watching and I appreciate your comments 👍
If I could shoot a springer like that id buy one. Great video!
Thanks for watching Leroy!!
Great video
Nice review!
I'd consider buying one of these if my old springer would brake down. And I'd definitely consider buying a better scope then also. Thank you very much!😊👍
Thanks for watching Bror and I appreciate your comments!
Who every you are saying that would buy one I can tell you that you dont have to buy one get in contact with me and I will let you have the one I have it's a 22cal
I watched that Kenny guy who passed away and he did a test at 10F and the springer outperformed the gas.Im thinking of getting one but do like the gas. seems easier to cock and less recoil!!!! Which would you buy gas or spring?
Exelenten video me gustaria saber cual calibre es mejor de estos tres para cazar conejos y patos y a que distancia es lo recomendable
Nice video, whitch aim can you recommend?
Great review....from South Africa.
You seem like a very intelligent person , so I'm looking foreward to hear you're opinion!!!👍👍
And the video that you did on the gamo swarm magnum I got one for Christmas and it has way more power and seems to be a better built air rifle thanks for ttre video's
Congrats on the new Christmas present!!
Hi
Can you tell me what your crony results were in the .25 QE model when you used the 25.38 jsb Diabolo pellets Thank you
Mike E.
Regardless of caliber, I sure don't want to have you shooting at me!! Good video!
Thanks for watching!😉
@@AirgunDetectives My pleasure!!
Which bipods and mounts are you using on your hatsans? Thanks for the review great job sir.
what optic did you use in this review
How did you adjust the trigger pull weight?? I adjusted mine according to the manual and I can't seem to get it below 4lbs 10oz!!! I have the 22 springer version and it's a powerhouse!!!
Thank you for the detailed review.
I appreciate you telling about the guns and pellet choices. I have a nit picky question that maybe is of more importance to hunters than target shooters. I need to get rid of vandalizing varmints, squirrels and raccoons. My question is about the difference between the pellets you picked for FPS and the ones you picked for target accuracy. They were different weights in your video. I'd like to know the FPS of the accurate pellets. My reason for my question is as follows.
I have a Hatsan MOD 25 pistol and just came in from doing chrono test with 2 pellet weights. The .177 cal 8 gr pellet and the 9.3 gr pellets differed by 100 FPS. That's not a ton of difference in EFP at .177 cal. And both are strong enough for squirrels. My reason for asking is I'm looking to get an additional rifle to get the raccoons and I need accuracy for hunting.
My biggest game is raccoons and I'll need around 20 EFP to take those down. Sooooooooo, will the weight of the pellet you used for accuracy still give me the speed needed to giver me the EFP of around 20 EFP? Even so I'm aware than the gun I get might be more accurate with a different weight than the one you picked for accuracy. I'm not trying to put you on the spot I'm just looking for a reasonable expectation for my game of interest.
Oh I have a rim fire .22 and a shotgun, but I also have neighbors. lol Oh I can bait and blind hunt the squirrels at a chosen distance where I get the necessary accuracy.
I hope I'm not asking for too much.
Thank you.
Thanks for the review JC , any problems with these model since this video ?
How do u attatch the rail holding the torch??
Great video!
Thank you for watching!
He a have a Hatsan 125 sniper cal 25 what scopes si te verter for him ? thanks
1:40 I enjoy airplanes sound and watching the graphic float by on the screen. 🛩✈️🛫🚁
can you reccomend between the hatsan 135 .22 or the hatsan 125 .22 ?? what gun is more accurate at around 40 yards ?
Just ordered the .25. Can you tell me the scope you're using on the .25? Thanks.
Would you say that the best option would be the 22 as far as foot pounds
Have you tried slugs on the .177 and maybe the .22. It seems that the .177 could have enough energy for .177 slugs. I am not sure if slugs can be shot in a choked barrel, as all hatsan airguns hace choked barrels
I own The HATSAN Carnivore Vortex .30 caliber Monster aswell as the HATSAN Edge Vortex in .25 ... I’m thinking The Sniper Vortex in .22 caliber is what I’m missing . Great Review as always .
I had the hatsan 135 .30 cal. Shot well and really hit hard down range, (if you get good with 8 mill dots, it shoots consistently). But I did not like the quality of some of it, and I found their customer service to be about as bad as the IRS. I gave the gun away. I really like my Gamo mag .22 Gen2 swarm. The 10 shot clip will spoil you, and the barrel locks up perfectly. It is only 6.8lbs with no scope, has a great trigger, makes 27fpe at least. It has impressed me to 100 yards, and with a bit more practice, I think it is a 100 yard gun for a 3" target, (JSB 18.13gr. I use most). 5 year warranty,------and you can get Gamo on the phone.
EarthSurferUSA : I own The First Generation Swarm Magnum .22 , and it is a Beast . GAMO is actually My favorite Airgun Company . My first air rifle was a GAMO Turbo Whisper.22 . But I still want to fill out My HATSAN collection with one more in .22 caliber .
Another great review, thank you!
I watched your video on the Gamo Swarm Magnum .22, and I wonder if you have a preference between this and the Hatsan .22or .25? Is there another that you prefer more in this price range-thank you, I’m trying to sort things out.
It seems that the “multi-shot” feature is nice on the Gamo, but the accuracy and fit/finish better on the Hatsan.
Thanks again!
Hi Randy, there is so many good choices out there and many sales. If I personally had only one choice for a breakbarrel I would have to pick the Sig Sauer ASP20. It is the complete package right out of the box. That rifle is a few dollars more, but it is easy to cock, not pellet picky and has a fantastic trigger. It is well worth the extra money. However, at a lower price point is the Gamo and Hatan models which are both good rifles and you can find them frequently on sale. I believe you will have room in any collection for more than one. .So purchase one and put the others on your wish list for the future. 22 cal is a great all around because you have a huge choice in pellets and you get really good FPE. Any of those models are good but all so different. Let me know what you decide.👍😊
Thank you, I will look into the Sig!
Those things are beasts.
if you had to choose one caliber in a Hatsan 135 vortex, which would it be, the .22 or the .25? considering getting the best version of the rifle possible the 135 vortex has the same velocity as the 125 if i'm not mistaken nice video👍 hope you can help me
Great revies as always!!Gota try these
JSB Match Diabolo Hades .22 Cal, 15.89 Grain, On water jugs ect they punch open like 3 segment fist stays togeter....22 gamo whisper 975 fps rated ....my chrono is shot Have an origonal from 1986!! any sug for new one! Best N Termintor they are like Miesterkugeln accurate and have this hard center post!.... Great vids again!!
Mount helix! 🛫🛩
Thank you for watching! There are many great pellets out there and each gun likes it own!
I've been researching like crazy and trying to decide which Hasan to get. .25 or .30. I think .25 is best overall. Sig has also made an impressive breakbarrel in their ASP20, but it does not come in .25. The Hatsan in .25 is looking really good!
The .25 is nice but if I could only own one break barrel it would be the Sig ASP20. It is incredible. Easy to cock, great trigger, extremely accurate and not pellet picky. There is a vast variety of .22 caliber pellets as well. Better yet but the Sig ASP20 and add the .25 to your collection later. Be patient and look for a sale. Thanks for watching!👍
And evidently no longer offered....
I have the Hatsan 125 in .22 caliber( springer not vortex) I have only been able to get the trigger pull weight down to 5lbs.!!:-( Do you have any suggestions or mods to get the pull weight down in the 2lb. range???
What kind of scope is that on the 25 caliber rifle what's the name of it
Hi
I am from Costa Rica I saw the review of the Ruger air magnum 22 cal so I got one thanks for that
I also have access to
Hassan Model Edge Cal 22 and
Hassan Model 70 CR Vortex Cal 6.35
I wonder if you could please advice me about this two rifles
can you please recommend a mid to upper end scope for the .22?
Thanks, would love more info on your bipod rails? oops neverminded just found you video on them. lol
Awesome review , what scope is on the .22 ?
Do you think the gamo swarm is the best rifle?
Fantastic review of these rifles!👏
Do you have any idea of how the groupings would be at 50yards with the .177?
I was shooting about 1" groups at 40 yards. So I would say between 1.25"-1.5" at 50 yards. The .177 likes the heavier 10 gr pellets. Thanks for watching 👍
What's the Velocity with 10gr?
Excellent.... Vortex is the gas ram is it? Great video. 👍🇬🇧
Hey John, would you say the hatson125 in 22 is more powerful than the gamo magnum?🤔
Hi J
I have a question please
You have mentioned that hatsan vortex is likely to fail but the hatsan sniper got 5 stars
The issue is that now they are available in costa rica and I whated to know if ir is wise to purchase this gun??? Thaks si much
I really enjoy your reveiws
what type of scope did you used for the .25?
That woods camo looks great.
One of my favorite!!
SR. good morning best regard. I have a question. I just bought my Hatsan 125 5.5, and I want to change my optics, what optics do you recommend? What optics do you use on your 125? thank you very much for your help
Man, great rview. Funny that in December you are in a tee shirt and I am freezing here in Indiana.
We have high taxes and lousy government in this state but we have incredible weather 😉
@@AirgunDetectives
Are you in California?
@@kurthenze2900 Yes...Southern CA
How did u pot on tripod?
I have the sniper.25 cal and the .30 cal with the Turkish Walnut stock . I hope you can do a review of the Barra Black Ops sniper rifle that comes in .177 and .22 calibers . If you have done a review video then I haven’t been able to find it on your RUclips listing.
You should do a comparison of these and the gamo magnum platform with the swarm in .177 and .22 and the new magnum GR in .25. been looking for reviews of the new gamo magnum GR .25 but only found a couple.
Hi JC.I like your videos and reviews alot.Learn many things from you with trigger adjustments.Can you do a review on artemis breakbarrels like the GW1600.will like your view on those.We dont get many of the rifles you fo here in South Africa and if you do they are very expensive.Please do a review on those guns.Kind regards
Quentin
The screw worked really well. Thanks
Great!😉👍
Thanks for the nice review. Goes to show that break barrel rifle is limited by energy input performing the break barrel action rather than size of the projectile. 0.177 might be best for break barrel as it has flattest trajectory and cheapest cost per shot. Pcp is much better for bigger projectile air guns.
Actually .22 is my favorite in a Breakbarrel. Easier to handle and more FPE. 😉👍
Unless you are spending some good money on a PCP you're not going to get much more velocity. My Umarex gauntlet .22 shoots slower than my hatsan .22 same with my .25. My air arms PCPs are a different story as they are beasts. The Hatsan .22 is a great small game to a small-medium game rifle. I drop jackrabbits turkey and have dropped 3 Coyotes with it when they're taking a poop.
Just curious if you noticed on Hatsan .25cals, that the bore size tends to run a little large? I have 5 Hatsan breakers in .25 and most of the pellets I have tried fit in the barrel to easily. The Hatsan Vortex and HN 19.91gr (which I think are the same pellet with just a different name) are the only pellets that fit relatively firm in the breech. And those 2 brands group the best. I do not have a 125, I have 2 Edges, 2 87qe's and a 95. I have heard from a few others about the .25cals being slightly bored large. Just curious if you have noticed that also?
@@michaelwthalman slightly loose fit is better for accuracy. The skirt will expand into the rifling and Hatsans have a choked barrel anyway.
Another great review. Will you be reviewing the HW97(K)?
In the future two HW98's for sure as well as the Beeman R9.
I have a .177caliber I will like to know what is a good scope for it
What would u recommend for a break barrel 25 cal
Im gonna have my wife watch this. With that Terminator beginning and now the twighlight zone airplane. Turning into a movie. My camo 125 vortex 22 suppose to arrive tomorrow!!!
Hi, do you like your hatsan?
Nasty weather here so gonna wait a few days.
Thanks for all you into one more question. I'm very happy with my spring piston break barrel magnums. Do you think I should change one of the 125 sniper to a a vortex piston or leave well enough alone.? I'm happy with the spring piston. But like my regular firearms I always keep extra pins an springs for about everything. What would you choose if you had the option? I shoot about 50 pellets a month thru each. Thanks in advance I really value your opinion.
If it shoots well, then just enjoy it. Leave it as is. The performance will not change much either way. If you happen to break a spring in the future that is always an option to upgrade to the Vortex piston.
Thanks I will leave you alone now.LOL. Stay well and safe. Hope your in a state where you can get out a little. I'm in a suburb of New York city.
So for the most part stuck in the house.
My hatsan 25 cal is deadly accurate too J C!! Must be those bigger pellets. Getting to be my go to fav gun too.
hey. great review, I know you have the hatson 135 qe vortex in .30 my question is do you think there is significantly more power in the 135 .30 than the 125 .25 vortex? My primary use is groundhog control. thanks and great channel, subscribed
No...you can shoot heavier pellets in the .25 if you choose and you can achieve greater distances with the .25. The .25 is probably the best overall caliber. 👍
@@AirgunDetectives Thank you not going to lie I was hoping the .30 was more powerful but you just saved me a lot of money, now I can get a scope and a rifle for the same price as the .30 appreciate the feedback.
@@VaranusVideos also, you want to make sure your Vortex piston is fully charged to 150 bar. That takes a Hatsan filler prob and a high pressure pump. I added about 25 fps to my 135 just making sure it was topped off. It only takes about 10-15 min for the whole process. I did briefly mention it in this video.
do i need co2 tanks or is it just springs
I wana start a pest control channel witch gun would you use 25 cal sniper or the 25 cal hatsan torpedo I don't have enough money for pcp
Does Hatsun still have a gas piston failure issue ?
The kind of pellet is very important. The difference between another one can be like 40-50% kinetic energy. I couldn't believe it's possible before i chronographed my airgun. Pellets that loosely fit into your barrel have much lower kinetic energy. I tested all kind of pellets from JSB EXACT 5,5 TESTER. This rule applies to all of them.
Not only FPE but the right pellet will also give you the best accuracy. I spend an entire day testing pellets for one specific rifle. The rifle will chose it's perfect pellet. Happy Shooting 😉