Originally Posted by
Ellyidol
Yes, but assuming your moving towards the target, the moment your auto-attack completes the attack bar, you are within range of a normal attack. In other words, unless your moving away or either of you get pushed back, the auto-attack range = weapon range. Fortunately, none of the ranged weapons are THAT slow that the auto-attack range > weapon range. Definitely noticeable on a Gurgox Hammer though.
From what I've tested and have seen, only the Talon is the exact fit for HS/Stomp to be used exactly when you start attacking. Bows and Beckon fit hand in hand, and Crossbows/guns have a slight range advantage over Beckon.
Just speaking from experience, always open to be corrected :)