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Hi folks,
I am looking at buying my first high end air rifle. Any models stand out in your minds.
I have a $700 limit for the rifle. I would like 950fps rated or higher. A good trigger
and an accurate reliable rifle is a must. Will mount a scope so factory sights are not
important. Just want a quality rifle that will need no mods or tinkering. Plan to hunt
small critters with it. Thanks for any info, it is very much appreciated.
Jim

What kind spring or pcp

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I am looking for a spring type rifle.
Thanks

cz 200s would be a great gun for your bujet

for a sprigner hw 97 sound good . choice of laminated or beech wood

there are plenty of great gun in this price range it depend on your taste

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slavia 618
qb78 .177
crosman phantom .177 , Rex 2-6x28 (thank to lauchlin)this scope has died 02-02-2012
dasy 953 , ncstar 3-9x42 compact
crosman mk1
crosman quest 500x

Any of these there basically the best of the best .http://www.dlairgun.com/Weihrauch.html you pic the one that suits your needs .............


Here is a great deal on this forum in the for sale section viewtopic.php?f=4&t=31976

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HW97

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HW97
FX Impact

I have a 97k an 80 and a30s but I would say get a TX200

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Airgunning is my hobby... and it is cheaper than
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I 2nd the TX200

Thank you all for the info. I think I will get a Weihrauch/Beeman R1. Any idea who has good pricing on a new R1? Also, any ideas around scope models/brands. I am thinking a 4-12x40?
Anyone know of any dealers in eastern Ontario? As I am new to air rifles, any comments
suggestions are very much appreciated.
Thanks again
Jim

The R1 / HW80 is a very good break barrel rifle and is good for pest control light hunting and plinking. If these are you primary concern it is a good choice. It can also have a gas ram installed to replace the spring. It was the hardest of all my spring guns to shoot when I first got it and I had to do a home tune with a Macarri kit and piston buttons to calm it down. At first it left my hand numb after shooting from the harshness, and it is still the most hold sensitive of my guns to shoot. If you are new to high power spring guns it may not be the best choice. I hope you don't take offense at my words but I just want to make sure that you make an aware choice. My Hw80 also wrecked a Bushnell 6-24 scope with its recoil. (they replaced it on warranty).

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Airgunning is my hobby... and it is cheaper than
maintaining an outside relationship with another woman.
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And i have found the hw 80 one of the nicest springer to shoot the R1 is a great gun... Beeman sold thousands of them for good reason ....

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