Pellpax

Pellpax, British airgun retailer

Pellpax presents itself as one of the UK's leading airgun retailers. Its catalogue covers air rifles and pistols, optics, ammunition and shooting accessories from recognised manufacturers in the sector. The company serves both those buying their first airgun and those expanding or upgrading their current equipment.

Airgun catalogue

The range of long and short guns is organised by propulsion system. Air rifles include spring-powered, gas ram, pre-charged pneumatic (PCP) and CO2 models, as well as junior-sized versions and multi-stroke models. Air pistols include spring-powered, CO2, PCP and single/multi-stroke variants, along with blank firing pistols. The shop also offers silencers and adaptors for both types of gun.

The catalogue is completed by a section of pre-owned and second-hand guns, covering air rifles and pistols, shotguns, FAC rifles and used night vision and thermal optics.

Ammunition, optics and shooting accessories

Ammunition includes airgun pellets in .177, .22, .25 and high calibres such as .20 and .30, as well as steel BBs, blank rounds and ammunition accessories. For shotguns, clay, game and lead-free or steel cartridges are offered, along with cartridge cases, belts and collectors.

The optics and vision section includes rifle and pistol scopes, red dot and reflex sights, laser sights, range finders, night vision and thermal scopes, add-on units and accessories, torches and gun lamps, batteries and chargers, mounts and mounting systems, as well as binoculars and spotting scopes.

The shop also sells filling and maintenance equipment: CO2 capsules, air tanks and dive cylinders, hand and stirrup pumps, PCP compressors, fill probes and hoses, gun care and cleaning products, and cleaning kits. Bags and cases, carry straps and slings, bipods, tripods and shooting sticks, shooting rests and bags, and paper, card, metal and exploding targets are added, along with pellet catchers.

For maintenance and customisation, spare magazines, parts and stocks, upgrade kits, chronographs and other miscellaneous accessories are offered. The hunting section includes animal bait and traps.

Bows, crossbows and knives

The catalogue extends to slingshots and catapults, with ammunition and spare bands; compound, recurve, self-repeating, pistol and toy crossbows, with accessories such as cocking devices, string maintenance, bolts, cases, magazines, targets, spare parts, limbs, strings and cables, and cams and wheels. It also includes compound and recurve bows, arrows, cases and accessories. In knives, fixed and folding knives, multitools and Swiss Army knives, accessories, sharpeners and pouches are sold.

Home delivery and regulatory compliance

Pellpax offers a face-to-face home delivery service for airguns in mainland England and Wales, with dedicated vehicles operating every weekend. This system complies with UK airgun regulations. For smaller items, such as pellets, scopes and other shooting accessories, standard UK shipping is offered where applicable. The company also has a click & collect option.

The company states that almost all air rifles and pistols do not require a firearms certificate in England and Wales if they respect the legal power limits (12 ft/lbs for rifles and 6 ft/lbs for pistols). However, there are rules on ownership, purchase, storage, age restrictions and safe use. Pellpax notes that it only supplies airguns in accordance with UK legislation and that those requiring a licence are clearly labelled. The company offers guidance on choosing a gun and legal requirements.

Brands and warranty

Among the brands it distributes are Gamo, Air Arms, SMK, Crosman and Umarex, alongside other manufacturers in the sector. The shop regularly updates its range to include new models and accessories. Pellpax offers an exclusive 12-month warranty and a trade-in valuation service for used guns.

Customer reviews

Published testimonials highlight customer service, speed of response, staff advice and the efficiency of the home delivery service. Customers mention the possibility of exchanging a product or receiving spare parts free of charge, as well as the help provided during shop visits.