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Offline Razzor 479th

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Saitek X-65f
« on: February 06, 2011, 01:18:08 AM »
Anyone using this stick and if so, how do you like it?  Pretty dam nice looking!  :x
http://www.saitek.com/uk/prod/x65f.html
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Offline james

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Re: Saitek X-65f
« Reply #1 on: February 06, 2011, 01:48:05 AM »
Takes some getting used to but it's awsome. Metal stick feels like you can't break it.
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Re: Saitek X-65f
« Reply #2 on: February 06, 2011, 02:41:40 AM »
Quote from: Razzor 479th on February 06, 2011, 01:18:08 AM
Anyone using this stick and if so, how do you like it?  Pretty dam nice looking!  :x
http://www.saitek.com/uk/prod/x65f.html

I'm getting mine this week, I was unsure but decided to give it a whirl once I found out the stick didn't actually move.
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Re: Saitek X-65f
« Reply #3 on: February 06, 2011, 08:09:30 AM »
I was trying to decide between this Saitek and Thrustmaster's new Warthog setup.  The reviews from actual Air Force pilots got me pretty rev'd up about the Thrustmaster.  I think my first HOTAS setup was a Thrustmaster; the thing lasted for years.

Here's a review:  http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/17/thrustmaster-unveils-its-perfect-replica-hotas-warthog-flight-co/
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Re: Saitek X-65f
« Reply #4 on: February 06, 2011, 12:30:11 PM »
Im not sure I like that the stick doesnt move just senses presure.
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Re: Saitek X-65f
« Reply #5 on: February 06, 2011, 12:45:43 PM »
Quote from: Warspawn on February 06, 2011, 08:09:30 AM
I was trying to decide between this Saitek and Thrustmaster's new Warthog setup.  The reviews from actual Air Force pilots got me pretty rev'd up about the Thrustmaster.  I think my first HOTAS setup was a Thrustmaster; the thing lasted for years.

Here's a review:  http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/17/thrustmaster-unveils-its-perfect-replica-hotas-warthog-flight-co/

Ok...Im done shopping....the Warthog will be mine.  Wow.

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Re: Saitek X-65f
« Reply #6 on: February 06, 2011, 03:43:42 PM »
I wonder if you can map the afterburner clicky to wep.. that'd be awesome.... anyone know?
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Re: Saitek X-65f
« Reply #7 on: February 07, 2011, 03:54:54 AM »
Quote from: nimble on February 06, 2011, 03:43:42 PM
I wonder if you can map the afterburner clicky to wep.. that'd be awesome.... anyone know?

I didn't find a way yet, because the wep is a button pressure, and there is no button assigned to the click. I eneded up putting some deadband in, so I am at full before the click.

I tried the joystick for 2 weeks, and while I started getting some results and great feeling of the plane (very nice immersion actually), it made the game just too difficult. I had trouble landing just a couple of kills, crappy hit%. After I switched back to a 50€ T16000 I started pilling up kills like mad. I keep using the throttle tho, which is great. Just so you know, pedals are a must with the X65 despite the support for 3rd axis.

I didn't totally give up on it, I may try to get used to it again later. Does someone manage to get decent neg-G shots with it?

Feel free to PM me if you want more details.
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Re: Saitek X-65f
« Reply #8 on: February 07, 2011, 01:20:17 PM »

Use pedals with it, it will make it easier to use. I mounted mine to a platform and the platform to an aluminum square stock column. when I move the stick the whole column bends a little. Gives the feeling of movement and some resistance. I also set my pressures away from stock.

I use setting 2 for flying fighters and 1 for using field guns. 3 and 4 i don't use. Hope this helps.
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Re: Saitek X-65f
« Reply #9 on: February 07, 2011, 04:53:55 PM »
I have the Warthog if you have any questions!
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Re: Saitek X-65f
« Reply #10 on: February 11, 2011, 03:24:55 PM »
Quote from: Changeup on February 06, 2011, 12:45:43 PM
Ok...Im done shopping....the Warthog will be mine.  Wow.

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Re: Saitek X-65f
« Reply #11 on: February 12, 2011, 05:27:29 PM »
Quote from: Razzor 479th on February 11, 2011, 03:24:55 PM
Changeup, let me know when you get it.



Will do....thinkin I will drop it on the wife around bonus time...about mid-June

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Re: Saitek X-65f
« Reply #12 on: February 13, 2011, 08:54:44 AM »
Got my x65f about a week ago.... all I can say is WOW what a huge difference from my x52. It's taking a lot more getting used to than I thought it would.  It has taken me all week just to set the pressure up right. I have a feeling once I get used to it, I'll probably never touch the x52 again.    :cheers:
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Re: Saitek X-65f
« Reply #13 on: February 13, 2011, 12:52:26 PM »
Quote from: DaCoon on February 13, 2011, 08:54:44 AM
Got my x65f about a week ago.... all I can say is WOW what a huge difference from my x52. It's taking a lot more getting used to than I thought it would.  It has taken me all week just to set the pressure up right. I have a feeling once I get used to it, I'll probably never touch the x52 again.    :cheers:

If I may ask, once you get used to it, how does it react on quick, minor adjustments.  For example, if you want to take a steep deflection shot and the opponent rudders out of the line of fire, how smooth is it when you compensate for his move quickly?  X52 is what I am using (standard).
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Re: Saitek X-65f
« Reply #14 on: February 13, 2011, 02:24:54 PM »
I'm still working all the "bugs" out, but I found that a little dead band in the center of the deadband adjustment helps to make minor corrections in a fight smoother. I also have the top sliders set to left some.
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