a nice joystick with some disappointments
Pros:
lots of buttons and switches, missile button cover, great precision, easy software setup, price
Cons:
too light, uncomfortable hand support, feels cheap build
The Bottom Line:
It looks and plays well, but little drawbacks might make you consider other options.
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Author's Review
I used to own Saitek Cyborg, which was very comfortable to use although had some precision problems. When I saw this one in a store, I immediately liked it, especially those vintage style switches and the missile button cover. :) I just got myself the Il-2 game, so I gave this joystick a try.
I should say that everything has worked so far great in terms of basic operations, setting up with the game, etc, but this joystick has shown a few little drawbacks, which are a bit annoying.
1. The base is too light, so during gaming I have to hold it with my left hand to prevent the joystick from unnecessary moves around the desk. I remember my Saitek Cyborg 3d model was much heavier making it more stable than Aviator. This is very unfortunate.
2. The panel which should be attached at the bottom of the stick and should support your hand was quite hard to attach around the stick. The screws were hard to put, as a result the panel is loose now and I don't have the ability to tighten the screws.
3. In my previous joystick it was possible to move that supporting panel lower or higher to the stick, so people with smaller hands (kids) could use it comfortably. This one doesn't allow to do this, so my 8-year old son is quite uncomfortable using it as his hand lacks support from beneath.
4. The build doesn't feel very solid. When playing, I can feel how the plastic of the stick is squeezed under pressure - sometimes I am afraid the stick can just break.
In all other points I like it but would probably try something else soon.
