Best Air Arms Custom Stock UK 2025: S400, S500 & TX200 Review
Crafted since 2015. From garden plinking to world FT/HFT championships.
If you loved our BSA R10 custom stock review, today we dive into three British legends: Air Arms S400 custom stock UK, S500 custom stock, and TX200 custom stock.
From backyard plinking to HFT World Championships — these rifles + handmade walnut or laminate stocks are unbeatable.
Sources: Hard Air Magazine, Pyramyd Air, Airgun Nation, Airgun Forums, long-term tests by Doug Rogers & Mark Wall.
Craftsman Vit workshop — every custom stock is hand-shaped since 2015Custom Air Arms S400 Stock — #1 for Plinking & Range
The custom Air Arms S400 stock is a single-shot PCP legend since 2001. Only 2.7 kg, Lothar Walther barrel, adjustable trigger. .177/.22, up to 12 ft/lbs (FAC 20+).
Accuracy: One-hole groups at 30 yards
Shot Count: 55 on 200 bar
Sound: Near-silent with moderator
Plinking & Range
"Perfect garden rifle — light, 45+ shots, deadly accurate." — Pyramyd Air
FT/HFT Competition
- S400 MPR FT — adjustable stock version
- 2010: Mark Wall won HFT Worlds on S400
- "Holds 55 yards like a dream." — Shooting the Breeze
Hunting
"Rabbits at 40 yards — silent and effortless." — Airgun Magazine

Why S400 + Craftsman Vit?
Our custom Air Arms S400 stock UK in walnut or laminate reduces fatigue with perfect cheekpiece and grip.
See It Unboxed: Air Arms S400 in Forest Camo
“The laminate grain is stunning. Fit is perfect.” – Alex, UK (verified)
Custom Air Arms S500 Stock — Side-Lever Powerhouse
The custom Air Arms S500 stock adds a side-lever for lightning-fast reloads. Same accuracy, 80–95 shots, 13–15 fps spread.
Plinking & Range
"Fast reloads, huge shot count — pure joy!" — Hard Air Magazine
FT/HFT
"When I miss — it’s me, not the rifle." — Doug Rogers, HAM test
Hunting
"All-day range, then rabbit supper. S500 does it all." — Gun Mart
S500 + handcrafted laminate stock — stable grip for rapid actionWhy S500 + Craftsman Vit?
The custom Air Arms S500 stock UK enhances side-lever speed and balance. Available in FT Design — handmade.
TX200 Custom Stock UK — Springer Legend
The TX200 custom stock UK fits the spring-piston mechanism, with fixed barrel and minimal vibration. Weight: 4.1 kg. Power: 11–15 ft/lbs.
Plinking & Range
"Most accurate springer. Built to endure a lifetime." — Airgun Nation
FT/HFT
- TX200 MKIII — multiple world HFT wins
- "Smooth cycle, zero bounce." — Airgun Forums
Hunting
"10,000 shots — still like new. Hundreds of rabbits." — HuntingNet 6-year review
Why TX200 + Craftsman Vit?
- Hand-finished laminated or walnut custom stock — ideal for plinking, hunting, casual FT
- FT Edition: competition-ready with removable component (in-house option)
Which Custom Stock for Your Air Arms?
| Model | Plinking/Range | FT/HFT | Hunting | Craftsman Vit Custom Stock |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S400 | 9/10 | 9/10 | 8/10 | Handmade walnut or laminate custom stock UK |
| S500 | 8/10 | 10/10 | 9/10 | Handmade walnut or laminate custom stock |
| TX200 | 9/10 | 9/10 | 9/10 | Handmade walnut or laminate custom stock |
Conclusion: Air Arms + Craftsman Vit = Your Personal Masterpiece
Air Arms = proven platform. Craftsman Vit = handcrafted perfection with British soul.
"A custom stock isn't an accessory — it's the key to your accuracy." — Airgun Nation consensus
Visit craftsmanvit.com for:
- Handmade walnut or laminate custom stock UK for S400, S500, TX200
- TX200 FT Edition with removable hamster
- Made by shooters, for shooters — since 2015
Sources & Research
This review is based on:
- Hard Air Magazine — 3-year long-term S400/S500 test (2022–2025)
- Pyramyd Air — 10,000+ user reviews analysed
- Airgun Nation & Shooting the Breeze — 500+ owner threads
- Airgun World — TX200 MK3 vs. custom stock comparison (2024)
- Official Air Arms UK — Technical specs & warranty data
- Craftsman Vit Workshop — Direct inspection of production (2025)
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