Pinty PCP Airguns at SHOT Show 2026: My Hands-On Walkthrough

— Air Gun Detectives | JC

I recently attended SHOT Show 2026 and spent some time at the Gunnr booth, also known for Pinty airguns. I got to speak directly with Kevin from the company and take a closer look at several of their PCP airguns, optics, and upcoming products.

What stood out to me right away was how quickly Pinty is evolving. They’re clearly listening to user feedback, improving earlier designs, and expanding into both budget-friendly PCP airguns and more advanced optics.

I’ll walk through everything I saw and learned—from the compact Buster PCP pistol to the upgraded Striker rifles and their new optics lineup.

Pinty Buster PCP Pistol – Compact Power at an Entry Price

One of the first products I handled was the Pinty Buster PCP pistol, and I have to say—it immediately felt compact, lightweight, and very practical.

I was told it comes in .177 and .22 calibers right now, with a .25 caliber version planned for the future. That alone makes it interesting for shooters who want flexibility in a small platform.

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Key specs I learned:

• Fill pressure: 250 bar (around 3,650 PSI)

• Air capacity: ~150cc

• Side cocking lever action

• Magazine-fed system

• Fill system uses a probe

• Expected retail price: around $249

I really like the idea of a PCP pistol at this price point. It feels like Pinty is trying to make entry-level PCP shooting more accessible without stripping away too many features.

The side cocking lever felt simple and functional, and the magazine system was straightforward. For a compact PCP, it checks a lot of boxes.

Night Series PCP Rifle – Big Trigger Improvement

Next, I looked at the Night Series PCP rifle, which I had actually seen in its first generation before.

One of the biggest complaints from users (and something I also noticed previously) was the heavy trigger pull. I was told that has now been significantly improved.

What’s changed:

• Old trigger pull: ~7 lb

• New trigger pull: ~3 lb

That is a massive improvement.

I appreciate that Pinty is openly acknowledging feedback and actually making real changes. That’s not always common in this price segment.

From what I saw, this rifle is now much more shooter-friendly and should feel far more refined than the original version.

Pinty Striker PCP Rifle – More Air, More Power

The Striker series was another highlight for me. I’ve tested earlier versions before, especially the shorter barrel .22, and I was already impressed with its performance.

At SHOT Show 2026, I got to see updated versions in both .22 and .25 caliber.

What stood out on the Striker:

• Available in .22 and .25 calibers

• Longer barrel option now available

• Increased air capacity: around 310cc

• Estimated price: around $299

The larger air reservoir is a big deal here. More air generally means more consistent shots and better performance over longer shooting sessions.

I’m personally looking forward to testing this one properly because, based on what I’ve seen before, Pinty is aiming this at shooters who want affordable performance without stepping into high-end PCP pricing.

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New Pinty Optics – LPVO, MPVO, HPVO & Red Dot

One of the most surprising parts of the booth was Pinty’s new optics collaboration under the Gunner optics branding.

They are now offering:

• LPVO scopes
• MPVO scopes
• HPVO scopes
• Compact red dots

What really stood out to me was the use of German ED glass, which is typically associated with much higher-end rifle optics.

I looked through a couple of scopes myself, and the clarity was genuinely impressive for the price range.

Pricing highlights:

• HPVO scopes around $350

• Some tactical models up to around $469 MSRP

One of my favorite features was the Christmas tree-style reticle in certain models. That’s something I personally like for precision shooting and longer-range holdovers.

Overall, I think Pinty is trying to position itself not just as an airgun brand, but as a full shooting ecosystem.

What’s Coming Next – New Releases & Carbine Kit

During the conversation, I also learned that Pinty has more products planned for release in 2026.

Upcoming developments include:

• Three new airgun models

• New accessories lineup

• A carbine conversion kit for the Buster pistol

That last part caught my attention the most. The idea of converting the Buster into a carbine setup adds a lot of versatility to an already compact platform.

It’s clear they’re responding directly to customer feedback, which is always a good sign for long-term product development.

Final Thoughts

After spending time at the Pinty booth and seeing these products firsthand, I came away with a strong impression that the brand is improving quickly.

From my perspective:

• The Buster is a strong entry-level PCP pistol

• The Striker series is getting more refined and powerful

• The Night Series has fixed a major trigger issue

• The optics lineup is surprisingly impressive for the price

Most importantly, I like that they are actively listening to shooters and making real upgrades instead of just re-releasing the same designs.

I’m personally looking forward to testing these products in real shooting conditions soon, especially the Striker and the new optics lineup.

Stay tuned—there’s definitely more coming from Pinty in 2026.