Norica

Overview

Norica is a Spanish airgun manufacturer specializing in air rifles and pistols, including spring-piston, gas-piston, and PCP models.²⁶ Based in Eibar, it combines traditional craftsmanship with modern features like Recoil Absorption System and SilentShot technology, targeting hunters, target shooters, and plinkers with competitively priced products.²⁶

History

Norica, located in Eibar, Spain, has manufactured airguns since 1917, with a noted presence since 1930.⁶² The company developed from the Basque arms industry tradition and expanded into various airgun types, including higher-end PCP models under the Viriatus name.⁶ In recent years, it launched mid-market PCP rifles like the NTX series.⁶

Product Lines

Manufacturing

Products are developed and manufactured in Eibar, Spain, at Norica's facilities in the Basque arms industry center.⁶ Manufacturing emphasizes in-house production with beechwood or synthetic stocks.²

Notable Products

• Norica NTX 30 - Non-regulated PCP rifle in .177, .22, .25 calibers, up to 44 Ft/Lbs in .25.
• Norica NTX 35 - Regulated PCP rifle variant of NTX 30, same calibers and power specs.
• Norica Marvic 2.0 Luxe - Feature-packed springer rifle with luxe wooden stock under $400.
• Viriatus PCP Rifles - Higher-end PCP line for precision shooting.

Reputation

Norica is praised by enthusiasts for build quality, accuracy, and value, especially in gas-piston and PCP models with innovative features like RAS.² Users appreciate the classic wooden stocks and affordability compared to premium brands.² It lacks global recognition of top-tier competitors but earns positive reviews for reliability in hunting and target use.²