Hi,
Can't argue with anything that hasn't already been said.
If you are new to air guns then PCPs are easier to shoot, but more expensive overall by the time you have added in the cost of a pump/bottle etc. Some would argue that they are also more expensive to maintain and service and prone to more problems than springers.
Springers are cheaper and virtually maintenence free. They can take the bashings from a hard life. Harder to shoot though, but very good for improving your shooting technique. Avoid any Chinese springers - they have improved a lot and the price is attractive, b