i was in the same predicament about 1 year ago springer or pcp i went springer and bought a new pro sport and mate ive never looked back the PS is as quiet (even quieter if you add a silencer) as a pcp and drop rabbits at 40meters with no problems at all the only down side is the weight however you get use to that the PS in my opinion its 1 of the best springers out there without the hassel of having to keep filling it up after every 40- pellets ,,, and dont believe it if anyone says you cant add a silencer (thats wht i got told from the shop) but its bollocks cos i have fitted 1 ....
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