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LHDisbest said:
What do you want it to do? I've got a Rohm Targetmaster for target shooting and a Colt that i use for shooting rats. All in .177 calibre.
Just a bit of plinking really out the back, we look onto fields so no chance of killing anybody! just a bit of fun thats all. The CO2 repeater ones look really good, its been a while since i had a go with one so just wondered what they were like.For backgarden messing about, .177 is the way, pellets are cheaper and faster, which makes them fly flatter.
CO2 ones are fun, but it'll end up sitting in a drawer out of gas at some stage.
ASI/Gamo made some good ones, PR15 and PR45 i think, but pneumatic, and quite accurate. I've got a Weirauch HW45 somewhere which is a massive hand cannon, and one of the best full power pistols about, but they are pretty expensive for backyard fun.
PR45
http://www.reviewcentre.com/review165216.html
HW45
http://www.reviewcentre.com/reviews3180.html
CO2 ones are fun, but it'll end up sitting in a drawer out of gas at some stage.
ASI/Gamo made some good ones, PR15 and PR45 i think, but pneumatic, and quite accurate. I've got a Weirauch HW45 somewhere which is a massive hand cannon, and one of the best full power pistols about, but they are pretty expensive for backyard fun.
PR45
http://www.reviewcentre.com/review165216.html
HW45
http://www.reviewcentre.com/reviews3180.html
Onzlouk said:
LHDisbest said:
What do you want it to do? I've got a Rohm Targetmaster for target shooting and a Colt that i use for shooting rats. All in .177 calibre.
Just a bit of plinking really out the back, we look onto fields so no chance of killing anybody! just a bit of fun thats all. The CO2 repeater ones look really good, its been a while since i had a go with one so just wondered what they were like.The S200 is a PCP (pre-charged penumatic) which can be charged with a stirrup pump or from an atmospheric diving bottle. It runs at 190psi and will give you between 35-40 full power shots (11.5 pounds)
Other than that a good spring rifle can be great fun, i've got a Weihrauch HW35 which i've just bought to shoot open sighted HFT, but you can also put a scope on one. The HW35 is again a 'full power' rife at 11.5 pounds.
The main advantage of a PCP rifle is that there is no recoil that you get with a springer and the PCP is quieter (even when silenced)
You'll have the decision to buy either a .177 or a .22 calibre pistol or rifle, if you intend to purely target shoot then the .177 is exactly what you need, plus the ammo is cheaper.
Talking of ammo, try different pellets (shapes, weights and widths) to find a pellet that you like. I'm currently using JSB Match Diablo pellets in all my rifles as i like the performance and the weight of them, but there are lots to choose from, so buy a few different types and see which you prefer.
With rifle target shooting there is a strong community for both indoor and outdoor ranges, most air rifle clubs will more than happy to come and let you shoot and try out different guns before you commit to buying something, plus you'll be able to compete in competitions once you've had a bit of practice.
Depending on where your based Blackpool Air Rifles are very helpful in terms of choosing and advising on equipment but there are lots of dealers all over the country.
Air Gunner magazine and Airgun World magazine are well worth seeking out in WH Smiths to find out what's good and whats bad.
If you are going to be shooting in the garden, do bear in mind the pellet must not leave your property boundary lines. Last thing you want is a visit from the BiB.
If you need any help or have any questions fire away.
Edited by LHDisbest on Saturday 28th February 16:52
Just posting to add you might want to read up on the VCR act.
http://www.suffolk.police.uk/NR/rdonlyres/79E886D8...
It means that now you'll have to purchase any airgun from a shop face to face.
http://www.suffolk.police.uk/NR/rdonlyres/79E886D8...
It means that now you'll have to purchase any airgun from a shop face to face.
LHDisbest said:
Onzlouk said:
LHDisbest said:
What do you want it to do? I've got a Rohm Targetmaster for target shooting and a Colt that i use for shooting rats. All in .177 calibre.
Just a bit of plinking really out the back, we look onto fields so no chance of killing anybody! just a bit of fun thats all. The CO2 repeater ones look really good, its been a while since i had a go with one so just wondered what they were like.The S200 is a PCP (pre-charged penumatic) which can be charged with a stirrup pump or from an atmospheric diving bottle. It runs at 190psi and will give you between 35-40 full power shots (11.5 pounds)
Other than that a good spring rifle can be great fun, i've got a Weihrauch HW35 which i've just bought to shoot open sighted HFT, but you can also put a scope on one. The HW35 is again a 'full power' rife at 11.5 pounds.
The main advantage of a PCP rifle is that there is no recoil that you get with a springer and the PCP is quieter (even when silenced)
You'll have the decision to buy either a .177 or a .22 calibre pistol or rifle, if you intend to purely target shoot then the .177 is exactly what you need, plus the ammo is cheaper.
Talking of ammo, try different pellets (shapes, weights and widths) to find a pellet that you like. I'm currently using JSB Match Diablo pellets in all my rifles as i like the performance and the weight of them, but there are lots to choose from, so buy a few different types and see which you prefer.
With rifle target shooting there is a strong community for both indoor and outdoor ranges, most air rifle clubs will more than happy to come and let you shoot and try out different guns before you commit to buying something, plus you'll be able to compete in competitions once you've had a bit of practice.
Depending on where your based Blackpool Air Rifles are very helpful in terms of choosing and advising on equipment but there are lots of dealers all over the country.
Air Gunner magazine and Airgun World magazine are well worth seeking out in WH Smiths to find out what's good and whats bad.
If you are going to be shooting in the garden, do bear in mind the pellet must not leave your property boundary lines. Last thing you want is a visit from the BiB.
If you need any help or have any questions fire away.
Edited by LHDisbest on Saturday 28th February 16:52
Good reply.How powerful are air guns these days, what with H&S and laws and stuff? When I was a kid, I used to have an old BSA, it would go through both sides of a Coke can down at the bottom of a very long garden, and that was in the days when Coke cans were made of steel and seam welded, not expanded fag paper.
stormin said:
LHDisbest said:
Onzlouk said:
LHDisbest said:
What do you want it to do? I've got a Rohm Targetmaster for target shooting and a Colt that i use for shooting rats. All in .177 calibre.
Just a bit of plinking really out the back, we look onto fields so no chance of killing anybody! just a bit of fun thats all. The CO2 repeater ones look really good, its been a while since i had a go with one so just wondered what they were like.The S200 is a PCP (pre-charged penumatic) which can be charged with a stirrup pump or from an atmospheric diving bottle. It runs at 190psi and will give you between 35-40 full power shots (11.5 pounds)
Other than that a good spring rifle can be great fun, i've got a Weihrauch HW35 which i've just bought to shoot open sighted HFT, but you can also put a scope on one. The HW35 is again a 'full power' rife at 11.5 pounds.
The main advantage of a PCP rifle is that there is no recoil that you get with a springer and the PCP is quieter (even when silenced)
You'll have the decision to buy either a .177 or a .22 calibre pistol or rifle, if you intend to purely target shoot then the .177 is exactly what you need, plus the ammo is cheaper.
Talking of ammo, try different pellets (shapes, weights and widths) to find a pellet that you like. I'm currently using JSB Match Diablo pellets in all my rifles as i like the performance and the weight of them, but there are lots to choose from, so buy a few different types and see which you prefer.
With rifle target shooting there is a strong community for both indoor and outdoor ranges, most air rifle clubs will more than happy to come and let you shoot and try out different guns before you commit to buying something, plus you'll be able to compete in competitions once you've had a bit of practice.
Depending on where your based Blackpool Air Rifles are very helpful in terms of choosing and advising on equipment but there are lots of dealers all over the country.
Air Gunner magazine and Airgun World magazine are well worth seeking out in WH Smiths to find out what's good and whats bad.
If you are going to be shooting in the garden, do bear in mind the pellet must not leave your property boundary lines. Last thing you want is a visit from the BiB.
If you need any help or have any questions fire away.
Edited by LHDisbest on Saturday 28th February 16:52
Good reply.
I'm quite involved shooting HFT (Hunter Field Target). I'd like to encorage as many new people to the sport as possible.
I've just bought a Styer LG110 High Power for the new HFT season.
Balmoral Green said:
How powerful are air guns these days, what with H&S and laws and stuff? When I was a kid, I used to have an old BSA, it would go through both sides of a Coke can down at the bottom of a very long garden, and that was in the days when Coke cans were made of steel and seam welded, not expanded fag paper.
Power limited to 12 ft. lbs these days. That said, mine will still easily go through both sides of a Coke can from quite a distance. Balmoral Green said:
How powerful are air guns these days, what with H&S and laws and stuff? When I was a kid, I used to have an old BSA, it would go through both sides of a Coke can down at the bottom of a very long garden, and that was in the days when Coke cans were made of steel and seam welded, not expanded fag paper.
To shoot without a Fire Arms Certificate (FAC) the weapon must be under 12 ft pounds and a pistol under 6 ft pounds.Up to 50 yards a .177 round will go straight through a tin can with no problems.
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