Air rifles

[vinnie83]

Quick question for those of you who like a bit of target shooting / hunting with air rifles.

After going clay shooting today, I had a play with a friends air rifle, and have to admit it was quite good fun.

What I'd like to ask is, is a gas powered one better, or spring loaded?

Obvious benefit of spring over gas is cheaper due to no need for gas cans.

Also, where can I get a half decent rifle, with sight for under £200 - I don't mind a second hand one, and what brands etc should I be looking at?

Thanks for any help guys!

[MJO]

Hiya Vinnie.

I'm after an air rifle too at the moment, found this site really usefull.

www.airgunbuyer.com

Pretty much explains everything you need to know.

Think I'm going to go for a break-barrel spring type as they are self contained and gaining the skill of firing one accurately appeals.

Hope I've helped.

[vinnie83]

MJO said:

Hiya Vinnie.

I'm after an air rifle too at the moment, found this site really usefull.

www.airgunbuyer.com

Pretty much explains everything you need to know.

Think I'm going to go for a break-barrel spring type as they are self contained and gaining the skill of firing one accurately appeals.

Hope I've helped.

I've decided on exactly that type myself, someone here on PH affered me theirs for sale so I should be picking it up in about a week or so... should be a good way to pass a few sunday afternoons