BSA Lightning XL .177?

[mikeyblue 28]

Hi All,

 

Im after a budget springer second hand. It will be used for general pest control bunnies, corvids etc.

 

Was wondering if anyone has used the XL in .177, and what are your opinions. I have heard in .177 it has quite a large kick and can be a bit of a handfull. Was wondering what you lads reckon??

 

Regards,

 

Mikeyblue.

[wullieh 53]

Hi ihave the bsa tactical xl in .177 and yes it has got a bit of a kick but if supported then is a very good gun and after some shots you soon find it ok to fire unsupported too, my advice though would be buy good scopes and a one piece mount i use simmons whitetail classic scope.

[mikeyblue 28]

Cheers Wullie

[Rake aboot 4,936]

Aye

 

Theres one for sale in the Scottish borders on the for sale board.

Guy might post it. ATB

[silentshot1 206]

I wouldn't worry to much about recoil mate, it's all about getting used to the behaviour of the gun! Once you're used to your gun, you'll automatically compensate for recoil. If you were to then buy an all singing rifle in a while after, you'll be an awesome shot!

 

I think that .177's a good option though, as the steadier, more accurate pellet trajectory will again help with recoil compensation.

 

I have a .22 XL that I take bunny bashing every now and again, it's a great little springer!