Bullpup Owners

[JDimitri]

I see a lot of threads for traditional long gun owners here. Tried doing a search for any bullpup threads. Since I got no results from the search, I thought I would ask here if there are any individuals that do own bullpups?

 

[IndyTom]

There are such individuals, myself included, and there are some threads here and there. I've seen multiple Tavor (SAR / X95) owners, there are (were?) a couple of AUGs in the classifieds (which means someone owns them, currently ) and various other.

 

[T.Lex]

Love this thread, although for now, I do not own one.

https://www.indianagunowners.com/forums/long-guns/394145-bullpup-show-tell.html

 

[223 Gunner]

Bullpup triggers traditionally suck, I currently own two, a Tavor and a PS90. Both rifles have a "cool" factor to them, and they both have terrible triggers.
Yes there are some nice after market triggers for the Tavor, but I am not willing to drop the coin on them.

I'm still an AR guy when it comes to a home defense carbine. Or the PS90 fills that roll nicely as well.

 

[knutty]

I have two AUGS. They are fantastic rifles. You have to handle, shoot and disassemble one to really appreciate it. Ultra reliable and clean running, requires minimal cleaning and lubrication.

Like everything, there are some downsides. Triggers aren't great but not as bad as some make them out. Relatively long LOP. Mounting slings and weapon lights are usually less than ideal but can be made to work. Ergonomics are not as intuitive as an AR, mag changes and using the charging handle are much slower for me. Also they are quite heavy.

 

[eric001]

As of today, I'm the proud owner of a Tavor with a Geissele trigger group. There is absolutely no suck in that combination! Sweet rifle and it's a natural fit for me.

 

[russc2542]

YO

I have a Tavor X95. The trigger gets better as you use it... or maybe you just get used to it. Keep in mind it's a different intended purpose than a custom AR15 target rifle. ARs and other conventional rifles have some advantages, Bullpups have other advantages.

As for the weight, they're not featherweights but they're hardly heavy. Because the CG is closer to your body they're easier to hold up for long periods. My wisp of a wife can only get off a few shots from the AR before she has to lower it but she can hold the Tavor up for a whole mag.

 

[venenoindy]

I was seriously looking into one not to long ago, the first turn off was the trigger, the second is every one has proprietary parts so once you encounter an issue it may take longer to get parts. There is platforms that have been around for a while that have stablished themselves as reliable but even then still more complicated to get them service or get parts, what was final for me was that I got a top tier AR for almost half the price of most bullpups.

 

[JDimitri]

I have looked at several options, I want a bullpup because of its shorter length overall. I have heard of the trigger troubles, but reading and seeing about K&M arms and a couple of other newer manufacturers working on that, I am more inclined to get one. My only problem right now is I would love to find one in 6.5 grendel. I know, don't hold my breath.

 

[Principal Skinr]

I've got a Tavor SAR and I love it. I've bought it in 5.56 and then bought a 9mm conversion kit so I could shoot it at Friday Night Steel.

I have the factory trigger and it is just fine. Watch what Jerry Miculek does with a Tavor and you'll see it doesn't have to be a problem.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pDMWManOUII

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gq9IBm-0owI

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cjx4KSKHIC4&t=37s

 

[spencer rifle]

I have always had a weakness for these. Now own some of the following (sometimes more than one):
Tavor X95
RFB (18" and 24" models)
Kushnapup

 

[Cameramonkey]

My weakness is that I'm a lefty... REALLY limits my choices. (Unless I like hot brass to the face. LOL)

 

[KLB]

My weakness is that I'm a lefty... REALLY limits my choices. (Unless I like hot brass to the face. LOL)

Or get one with the left handed bolt
https://www.coppercustom.com/shop/rifles/tavor-16-black-lh/

 

[tv1217]

I know for a fact that the MSAR STG556(a Steyr AUG clone) can swap the bolt and ejection port cover to make it left handed. I think the Tavor is like that too.

 

[Cameramonkey]

Notice I said "limits" Not "prevents me from owning any".

 

[Leadeye]

My favorite bullpup, the High Standard 10 B

 

[russc2542]

My weakness is that I'm a lefty... REALLY limits my choices. (Unless I like hot brass to the face. LOL)

BRASS CATCHER since you're going to use it again anyway, right! the velcro strap caldwell works quite well on my X95, the pic-rail one doesn't match the rail-ejection port height.

 

[snowman]

How about the KelTec RDB? I've fondled one but never shot it. It's a lot cheaper that the Aug or Tavor, I seen them sell on gunbroker for $900. I wonder if it's more bang for you buck?

 

[Dimitrivich]

How about the KelTec RDB? I've fondled one but never shot it. It's a lot cheaper that the Aug or Tavor, I seen them sell on gunbroker for $900. I wonder if it's more bang for you buck?

I have a RFB and a RDB. Initially, I didnt like KelTec when I owned a Sub2000. But now I am in love. My RFB has an AMAZING trigger. And the RFB has been 100% reliable. People complain about the gas systems on these two KelTecs, but they must not have read the manual on how to set the gas system. If you take a few moments to understand the system and set it properly, you'll probably love shooting them, also.

 

[russc2542]

How about the KelTec RDB? I've fondled one but never shot it. It's a lot cheaper that the Aug or Tavor, I seen them sell on gunbroker for $900. I wonder if it's more bang for you buck?

No shooting experience with the KelTecs but from handling at the gun show they certainly feel cheaper and less solid than my X95. Certainly look cheaper. I'd guess a lot of it is the certification and mil-specness: KelTec might have tested an example to X number of rounds, IWI has tested 50 guns to Y rounds in Z conditions (and then a few more) to exceed mil-spec. Not saying they're bad at all but the Tavor and Aug have proven themselves in multiple militaries in some harsh environments. Civilian use won't wear any of them out.