Talonairgun | syclone | Activity https://talonairgunforum.com/members/syclone/activity/ Activity feed for syclone. Wed, 29 Apr 2026 16:09:21 -0400 https://buddypress.org/?v= en-US 30 hourly 2 58ba1db112082f0fbd1caa3112e081df syclone replied to the topic Edgun off to be tuned in the forum EdGun https://talonairgun.com/forums/topic/edgun-off-to-be-tuned/#post-274267 Sun, 11 Feb 2018 17:46:45 -0400 Got my Edgun Matador back from Ernest and I’m very satisfied with the work done. Took it to the range to site it in and it’s s lazer. Look out iguanas :4:

]]> cf9e349c70887fee87dc1b619884f9ae syclone replied to the topic Edgun off to be tuned in the forum EdGun https://talonairgun.com/forums/topic/edgun-off-to-be-tuned/#post-273686 Thu, 04 Jan 2018 20:44:27 -0400 :8: Ernest just notified me that my Edgun Matador is done and on its way back to me. Iguanas here I come. :4:

]]> 7af9bd92bc8dba8d9899ae0b08369086 syclone replied to the topic EDgun Repair in the forum EdGun https://talonairgun.com/forums/topic/edgun-repair/page/2/#post-273414 Mon, 18 Dec 2017 06:05:03 -0400 :8: :8: :8:

]]> 0b3e6ff3ab5971cba26a4175a40dfd2e syclone replied to the topic New Edguns being tried out today in the forum EdGun https://talonairgun.com/forums/topic/new-edguns-being-tried-out-today/#post-272397 Sun, 12 Nov 2017 00:26:25 -0400 Me like the new side lever design. If it’s as accurate as the previous models, it should be a hit depending on price.

]]> 431893cc2267c649cc89c7cca44fac68 syclone replied to the topic Re: Matador Reg kit to get .25 34gr JSBs up to speed in the forum EdGun https://talonairgun.com/forums/topic/re-matador-reg-kit-to-get-25-34gr-jsbs-up-to-speed/page/2/#post-271002 Tue, 29 Aug 2017 01:16:18 -0400 Greetings Brian. What parts are involved in this mod? If successful, do you have a ballpark cost for the kit? TIA

]]> 7cc32f2a4d3d7cf5de6acf5d3d74b15b syclone replied to the topic Short girl in a new sexy dress...... in the forum Taipan Air Rifles https://talonairgun.com/forums/topic/short-girl-in-a-new-sexy-dress/#post-270617 Tue, 08 Aug 2017 12:18:19 -0400 :8: Yea! That girl is smokin hot.

]]> c46fd7339e238983fb15d4da9d3aa51a syclone replied to the topic Matador Love in the forum EdGun https://talonairgun.com/forums/topic/matador-love/#post-269130 Sun, 14 May 2017 14:27:17 -0400 The reason you may not see new posts on the Matador is probably because of the new kids on the block. Lots of new guns out there.

]]> dc301968aeebdb4fd17dba8f3c9f3dd2 syclone replied to the topic EDgun Single Loaders in the forum EdGun https://talonairgun.com/forums/topic/edgun-single-loaders/#post-260471 Sun, 30 Oct 2016 12:16:59 -0400 :8: nice

]]> e4f6410e6ae08afbad49cf8b621a7692 syclone replied to the topic 25 caliber Mutant? in the forum Taipan Air Rifles https://talonairgun.com/forums/topic/25-caliber-mutant/page/4/#post-259964 Tue, 18 Oct 2016 18:58:39 -0400 Any updates on the future availability of the 25cal Mutant? :whistle:

]]> 13220a0aac39555b832f2b21c150391a syclone replied to the topic The Priest Review... in the forum BullPup General Chat https://talonairgun.com/forums/topic/the-priest-review/page/3/#post-259193 Sat, 01 Oct 2016 23:53:01 -0400 I’m waiting on the 25 cal Mutant. :4:

]]> 34452719ea0a013fb999a24698e2a199 syclone replied to the topic EDgun Repair in the forum EdGun https://talonairgun.com/forums/topic/edgun-repair/#post-259192 Sat, 01 Oct 2016 23:30:07 -0400 Thanks Brian, much appreciated. :8:

]]> 5369f3d9cbd76a3e86623c8beb65eb57 syclone replied to the topic 25 caliber Mutant? in the forum Taipan Air Rifles https://talonairgun.com/forums/topic/25-caliber-mutant/page/3/#post-255773 Sat, 02 Jul 2016 01:10:41 -0400 quote Hoot::hoot:
My dear glassy-eyed, mouth-breathing, semi-literate, fellow forum members…
What troubles me is the Mutant, in any caliber, is basically a retail $1100 gun, it likely wholesales for around $700 each. That’s a substantial markup, however we must remember airguns aren’t akin to groceries. A dealer only sells a few each…Read more

]]> b78608d054885312136e528b4e3ecf12 syclone replied to the topic .177 shorty & 25. shorty..... in the forum Taipan Air Rifles https://talonairgun.com/forums/topic/177-shorty-amp-25-shorty/#post-255571 Mon, 27 Jun 2016 13:34:06 -0400 quote foxback:Good to know tsakula, that’s what I aim for high chest shot.
Most of the time they just fold up like a bad poker hand. :rofl:

Oh that’s right miksatx Tony hooked you up with a super nice puppy.
They are sweet guns Taipans. I saw your post.

Syclone that looks like fun hunting Godzilla with a bullpup.
Where r you at? 🙄
I…Read more

]]> c4f2985eae1232550866749add834d8e syclone replied to the topic .177 shorty & 25. shorty..... in the forum Taipan Air Rifles https://talonairgun.com/forums/topic/177-shorty-amp-25-shorty/#post-255547 Mon, 27 Jun 2016 00:04:38 -0400 I hunt iguanas and will be looking for the 25cal shorty with one of Donny’s widgets which will be whisper quiet and just the right length. :8:

]]> ec7189cec10e0d267fed40ee2d222da0 syclone replied to the topic 25 caliber Mutant? in the forum Taipan Air Rifles https://talonairgun.com/forums/topic/25-caliber-mutant/page/3/#post-254676 Fri, 10 Jun 2016 00:27:32 -0400 Looks like I’ll be getting a new toy by the end of the year.

]]> e4f0265f7f2f54bc13d9f9d31850d290 syclone replied to the topic Whats Tony Rudenko's phone number? in the forum EdGun https://talonairgun.com/forums/topic/whats-tony-rudenko-s-phone-number/#post-254524 Tue, 07 Jun 2016 03:21:23 -0400 A big thanks to Tony Rudenko for getting my parts right and quickly. Couldn’t ask for a better service. :8: I’ll be putting the gun back together again tomorrow and hope to get it shooting the way it was before. Iguanas here I come. :4:

]]> f63e499f294f11dbfa7ad5f05f5e6d79 syclone replied to the topic Whats Tony Rudenko's phone number? in the forum EdGun https://talonairgun.com/forums/topic/whats-tony-rudenko-s-phone-number/#post-252611 Sat, 07 May 2016 18:11:32 -0400 Thanks, that worked

]]> af750cab6820435034892011e08066b9 syclone replied to the topic 25 caliber Mutant? in the forum Taipan Air Rifles https://talonairgun.com/forums/topic/25-caliber-mutant/page/2/#post-252440 Thu, 05 May 2016 15:04:58 -0400 Any news on whether this is happening? Money is burning a hole in my pockets along with itchy fingers.

]]> 1203cf92249d020449ecbc0cef632013 syclone replied to the topic 25 cal R3M with erratic fps in the forum EdGun https://talonairgun.com/forums/topic/25-cal-r3m-with-erratic-fps/#post-252436 Thu, 05 May 2016 14:55:35 -0400 quote keyser soze:There is a very good chance the piston Oring is leaking then. What happens over time the Oring gets smashed because of the high pressure and the work it must do. I see this causing regulator creep all the time. A tell tail sign is if the gun shoots really fast after sitting for a while with a full tank.
I believe this to be my…Read more

]]> 655d33151f5f251aeb50153b282a3e0c syclone replied to the topic 25 cal R3M with erratic fps in the forum EdGun https://talonairgun.com/forums/topic/25-cal-r3m-with-erratic-fps/#post-252401 Thu, 05 May 2016 02:51:54 -0400 quote Strietwise:I suggest trying the following;
1) fire a few dozen shots to see if it settles down.
2) If that does not work I would disassemble and check / replace the orings on the washer stack
3) When reassembling make sure he brass oring between the reg and receiver is properly seated.
Those are the obvious fixes. I am sure…Read more

]]> b2682107c4351a001d5c276abbf3aff4 syclone replied to the topic 25 cal R3M with erratic fps in the forum EdGun https://talonairgun.com/forums/topic/25-cal-r3m-with-erratic-fps/#post-252400 Thu, 05 May 2016 02:50:02 -0400 quote keyser soze:Is the speed higher when the gun is full of air (220 BAR)
Yes

]]> 30b8dd35b0004a7cd95c8580804c8fbf syclone replied to the topic wonder when those .25 RM3 shorts will hit the coast. in the forum EdGun https://talonairgun.com/forums/topic/wonder-when-those-25-rm3-shorts-will-hit-the-coast/#post-250879 Thu, 14 Apr 2016 00:27:14 -0400 Was thinking I would swap the shorty barrel along with the shorty shroud and then attach Donny’s design. That would eliminate the disparity between the shroud and the air tube. Does this sound doable?

]]> eda4531d2832c9db2ac48acc6e162556 syclone replied to the topic wonder when those .25 RM3 shorts will hit the coast. in the forum EdGun https://talonairgun.com/forums/topic/wonder-when-those-25-rm3-shorts-will-hit-the-coast/#post-250869 Wed, 13 Apr 2016 18:22:44 -0400 [/quote]It is possible since all parts have the same threads and diameter. .. and the problem is shroud that shorter in shorty ..[/quote]
If using the shorty 25cal barrel, wouldn’t using the shorty shroud complete the swap?

]]> dec3ea46483cac5e9969231931c17abe syclone replied to the topic wonder when those .25 RM3 shorts will hit the coast. in the forum EdGun https://talonairgun.com/forums/topic/wonder-when-those-25-rm3-shorts-will-hit-the-coast/#post-250861 Wed, 13 Apr 2016 15:57:49 -0400 Is it possible to switch out the R3M 25cal standard barrel for a shorty barrel, same caliber? Just wondering if it’s cost effective.

]]> b20ee51d64faaba33bbb521ab3fc7a26 syclone replied to the topic New Edgun models! in the forum EdGun https://talonairgun.com/forums/topic/new-edgun-models/#post-247416 Tue, 01 Mar 2016 20:21:04 -0400 I’m curious as to why Ed has not implemented a sidelever cocking system on the Matador.

]]> 31bda4c749b9219c0f5bdff58e8139c3 syclone replied to the topic Once you go Baby Short in the forum Taipan Air Rifles https://talonairgun.com/forums/topic/once-you-go-baby-short/#post-247325 Mon, 29 Feb 2016 19:50:29 -0400 quote oakey631:.25 Mutant to replace Edgun RM3 .25? I am waiting patiently.
So am I, this would definitely make me sell my Edy.

]]> 536ab3a8cbafe3ae8325da8a547df62f syclone replied to the topic Edgun r3m reg tester ? UK in the forum EdGun https://talonairgun.com/forums/topic/edgun-r3m-reg-tester-uk/#post-246426 Tue, 16 Feb 2016 23:32:36 -0400 quote ElmerFudd:I changed my design. Please make this dman! Sleeve it for multiple regs (i.e., Cricket, Edgun, Taipan, Vulcan). We’ll love you long time!
I just need the bottom portion without gauge. I would prefer a larger thumbscrew bleeder as oppose to using an allen wrench. The red one pictured is some GoPro screw I found on Amazon.

The…Read more

]]> 9f378063bdddb74b3fe8dea31151fc34 syclone replied to the topic Do you sling your Bullpup? in the forum BullPup General Chat https://talonairgun.com/forums/topic/do-you-sling-your-bullpup/#post-246416 Tue, 16 Feb 2016 21:01:08 -0400 Here’s how I carry my bullpup in the field. Made by Magpul. :tag:

]]> 0d82932ade0d5e51a55ef5990c9832da syclone replied to the topic Sudden drop in fps in the forum EdGun https://talonairgun.com/forums/topic/sudden-drop-in-fps/#post-246293 Mon, 15 Feb 2016 16:27:12 -0400 Took the regulator out and upon disassembly, I found the oring on the shaft with the washers was split. Could this be the cause of the drop in the fps? I’ve haven’t put the gun back together waiting on what you guys think. Ernest I followed your suggestion and polished the shaft before reassembling the regulator.

]]> 6030d1d8e6ed8c80d3afb21d39530a10 syclone replied to the topic 25 caliber Mutant? in the forum Taipan Air Rifles https://talonairgun.com/forums/topic/25-caliber-mutant/#post-246290 Mon, 15 Feb 2016 16:11:08 -0400 My post was meant for my question about the drop in fps with the Matador. Thanks for your reply.

]]> 3d0cabad3855f738fd84540498295ef2 syclone replied to the topic 25 caliber Mutant? in the forum Taipan Air Rifles https://talonairgun.com/forums/topic/25-caliber-mutant/#post-246249 Sun, 14 Feb 2016 21:37:58 -0400 keyser you took the words right out of my mouth. :8:

]]> d1afe92943a774993ff88f50bb19c481 syclone replied to the topic 25 caliber Mutant? in the forum Taipan Air Rifles https://talonairgun.com/forums/topic/25-caliber-mutant/#post-246209 Sun, 14 Feb 2016 12:16:47 -0400 Pacients little grasshoppers, time will tell. :fishinghole:

]]> 7beac11c7d74e5225ff71974b7a4a728 syclone replied to the topic Sudden drop in fps in the forum EdGun https://talonairgun.com/forums/topic/sudden-drop-in-fps/#post-244556 Fri, 29 Jan 2016 15:34:15 -0400 Thanks gents for your input. I will try each and every one of your suggestions.

]]> 147974efa73752cccd14aa2969993e41 syclone replied to the topic Sudden drop in fps in the forum EdGun https://talonairgun.com/forums/topic/sudden-drop-in-fps/#post-244473 Thu, 28 Jan 2016 02:51:16 -0400 The last time I shot the gun, it was shooting at 926 fps. I hadn’t used it for a couple of months. Stored it with a 200 bar charge. Today when I shot it over the chrony, it showed 615fps. Checked the hst as mentioned and discarded that as a possible cause.

]]> 58ff1426a3e14f41a321c653e8e18309 syclone replied to the topic Offset Moderators Ed promised us? in the forum EdGun https://talonairgun.com/forums/topic/offset-moderators-ed-promised-us/page/10/#post-241840 Tue, 22 Dec 2015 19:23:08 -0400 [quote=”donnyfl”]I installed it on my .25 R3M today and was slightly disappointed. My gun is only shooting 800 fps yet the muzzle blast was still pretty audible. I haven’t shot this gun in a while since getting the Mutant and Vulcan. Forgot how loud the hammer slap is as well.
The install was pretty easy. I used a chop off saw to cut the 10 mm…Read more

]]> b8a25ba57707ad912fa0b42831a3a12e syclone replied to the topic What is your "Go To" gun? in the forum BullPup General Chat https://talonairgun.com/forums/topic/what-is-your-quot-go-to-quot-gun/#post-240485 Wed, 02 Dec 2015 16:14:59 -0400 Edgun Matador R3M standard 25cal with JSB Kings. :2cents:

]]> 200a3ca86f8b1c1c4558d20eff6d83d6 syclone replied to the topic Offset Moderators Ed promised us? in the forum EdGun https://talonairgun.com/forums/topic/offset-moderators-ed-promised-us/page/7/#post-238793 Fri, 06 Nov 2015 19:21:55 -0400 Hint,hint Donny. Anyways I have been using one of Donny’s last designed ldc on my Matador R3M standard 25cal for the past several months and I’m totally satisfied with how it works. Been knocking off iguanas left and right with no complaints. :whistle:

]]> 4ad4649b10a3fac7d45e9850ff537521 syclone replied to the topic Just got in a tin of the new 25 cal Exact Heavies (33,95gr) in the forum EdGun https://talonairgun.com/forums/topic/just-got-in-a-tin-of-the-new-25-cal-exact-heavies-33-95gr/#post-234894 Sat, 29 Aug 2015 22:30:32 -0400 Ok, so you already know what the gun will do with the heavies. Now I know what they will do in mine and won’t bother buying some. I’ll keep shooting the lighter ones. “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it”. :8:

]]> 85573bfb0cfa1e4dd74648b816b32319 syclone replied to the topic I think my wife actually loves me!r3m inside!! in the forum EdGun https://talonairgun.com/forums/topic/i-think-my-wife-actually-loves-me-r3m-inside/#post-233735 Wed, 12 Aug 2015 03:34:34 -0400 “Ain’t luv wondafool” :whistle:

]]> 62db3c0ed21d30dc8d3095421cef51e4 syclone replied to the topic Best 100yd 3 shot group with an Edgun R3M .22 in the forum EdGun https://talonairgun.com/forums/topic/best-100yd-3-shot-group-with-an-edgun-r3m-22/#post-233658 Tue, 11 Aug 2015 13:21:43 -0400 Edgun may not be the latest but it still out shoots many of the new kids on the block :4:

]]> acf095f0ddc0687567cc6de2cecdfdbd syclone replied to the topic Sling swivels on my Matador R3M standard. in the forum EdGun https://talonairgun.com/forums/topic/sling-swivels-on-my-matador-r3m-standard/#post-233240 Thu, 06 Aug 2015 01:58:33 -0400 Kevin go with a single point sling setup. I have a Magpul sling on mine and you don’t have to drill any holes in the stock and its quite comfortable to wear.

]]> b253747790e8b4637a4b57544f967f50 syclone replied to the topic My Matador .25 in the forum EdGun https://talonairgun.com/forums/topic/my-matador-25/#post-232959 Sat, 01 Aug 2015 22:20:33 -0400 Congrats on your new gun. What pellets are you using? I use mine to hunt iguanas. They are a pest here where I live. :4:

]]> f7fa5b619a434665cd584dcb14f485f3 syclone replied to the topic Purchased a new EDgun Matador R3M (.25) (pics) in the forum EdGun https://talonairgun.com/forums/topic/purchased-a-new-edgun-matador-r3m-25-pics/#post-232752 Thu, 30 Jul 2015 02:29:01 -0400 This is how I carry it into the bush. :4:


]]> 84e825134ba870f0fdd4afe3e57a13c6 syclone replied to the topic Purchased a new EDgun Matador R3M (.25) (pics) in the forum EdGun https://talonairgun.com/forums/topic/purchased-a-new-edgun-matador-r3m-25-pics/#post-232714 Wed, 29 Jul 2015 13:40:18 -0400 Welcome aboard! They may not be the latest pup on the market but sure are one of the nicest looking ones. Now go and shoot the heck out of it.

]]> 69bffac50eac2604e15456895406f91a syclone replied to the topic New Edgun Matador owner*update* in the forum EdGun https://talonairgun.com/forums/topic/new-edgun-matador-owner-update/page/2/#post-232553 Tue, 28 Jul 2015 06:02:15 -0400 Here’s my first outing with the Matador r3m 25cal standard. This was a nice harvest at 30 yards up in the trees taken with JSB Kings 25.4grn pellets at 926fps.

]]> 89d241c5948dc412211e47a5e5c0ecc9 syclone replied to the topic Ugly Babies don't cry in the forum Taipan Air Rifles https://talonairgun.com/forums/topic/ugly-babies-don-t-cry/#post-232357 Sun, 26 Jul 2015 14:21:43 -0400 I will definitely check with Tony about the QC in the upcoming shipment and request an inspection of the gun before I commit to the purchase. I consider the Edgun a benchmark for QC.

]]> 04f94444af7fce9871a81a16f6f45bbb syclone replied to the topic Refinished my Edgun stock.. in the forum EdGun https://talonairgun.com/forums/topic/refinished-my-edgun-stock/#post-232344 Sun, 26 Jul 2015 05:31:48 -0400 Kudos on how it turned out. Made the grain of the wood stand out beautifully. Gives me an idea for my 25cal standard.

]]> 36af10fa4c7f273eda2803940010f687 syclone replied to the topic Ugly Babies don't cry in the forum Taipan Air Rifles https://talonairgun.com/forums/topic/ugly-babies-don-t-cry/#post-232335 Sun, 26 Jul 2015 02:29:57 -0400 So people are getting $1500.00 guns with a bunch of factory flaws? This is something that those who import these guns should address with the manufacturer and demand better QC or not sell there goods. I put down a deposit on one but if QC is lacking, I will retract my purchase. My respects to Edgun for his product. :2cents:

]]> 420ea8bb0c83b0bff1ba127605e23e56 syclone replied to the topic Just ordered a Short one in the forum Taipan Air Rifles https://talonairgun.com/forums/topic/just-ordered-a-short-one/page/5/#post-232331 Sun, 26 Jul 2015 01:23:12 -0400 quote foxback:Taste like chicken lol! :rofl: :rofl: :rofl:
So I’ve been told 🙄

]]> 9bf78371f3738308ca8c3b18ae4c1bd3 syclone replied to the topic Just ordered a Short one in the forum Taipan Air Rifles https://talonairgun.com/forums/topic/just-ordered-a-short-one/page/5/#post-232322 Sat, 25 Jul 2015 23:06:41 -0400 My shorty should arrive within the next several weeks. I keep surprising the iguanas with a new killer when they least expect it. My pellets of choice in 22cal are the JSB 18gr and the polymags. Life is good in the bush. :mrgreen:

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