Update: I went ahead and went with the raptor 8 stack and 3" reflex. I did talk to a guy that had a warthog and a couple raptors. He sang nothing but praises on the warthog. I was really going to go that route, but sold another toy so I had the funds to step up. In reality, all you're saving is a tiny bit of weight and getting a reflex when you go with the extra $ on a raptor. The guy did say the raptor was a little quieter with the reflex to his ear but warthog would be absolutely fine and fit the bill. Said sound was between a 6 stack and 8 stack non reflex. (Makes sense as the warthog is a 7 stack) He felt the warthog was a huge value.). So I don't think you can go wrong. Those that have purchased I don't think you will have an oz of regret! Those looking to purchase--it sounded like it was a huge value coming from a guy that owned both models. I'd say buy with confidence.