Karpman 44 Posted January 16, 2011 Report Share Posted January 16, 2011 Hey guys, Went over to the range which has a nice little gunshop today to play with a few rifles. Had my heart set on a AA S200 really that was until I picked one up with a mk 3 stock, Felt like it was twisting my left wrist somehow and was not a comfortable holding it for more than a few seconds. To say I was disappointed was an understatement. Not gave up on the S200 yet just looking at alternatives. One gun he had in the used section was a Webley Raider 10 in near mint condition built in brum. Felt nice to hold and was 250 or so with a Hawke Nighteye job so would leave me enough budget to get a bottle pump and some extras? My only reservation was the fact that these could quite possibles be a hunk of shite. Failing that would have to try Mk 2 stock S200 or get a AA S400 or ultra maybe? Many thanks Karpman Quote Link to post
hunter1989 91 Posted January 16, 2011 Report Share Posted January 16, 2011 hi matey the s400 will do you proud love me wouldnt part it for nothing also th ultra a very nice rifle to shame you didnt like the mk3 s200 atb steve Quote Link to post
rossi_j 99 Posted January 16, 2011 Report Share Posted January 16, 2011 Dont know about the raider, sometimes multishot ultras have feed problems unless have been given extra tlc it seems, also has relitivly low shot count (have been proven to perform to very high standards in the right hands after a little tune and a reg from a certain gunsmith), cant go wrong with an aa in my opinion. Just one persons opinion Go with what feels good, as you have said if the s200 feels uncumfy after 2mins in the shop it would drive you mad after a while in the field. .atb. .ste. Quote Link to post
Karpman 44 Posted January 16, 2011 Author Report Share Posted January 16, 2011 Cheers guys, It was bad enough to make me think I was holding a leftie for a moment even though there ambi. Hanging it out for the right rifle. The raider would of left plenty in budget for a pump/tank and a few tartie bits like swinging targets and stuff lol. Forums seem to be the best supply of used rifles but would much prefer to face to face deal so guess will just have to hang in there, Had a look at that hunter field target ranges too interesting stuff indeed. Karpman Quote Link to post
clubshot 22 Posted January 16, 2011 Report Share Posted January 16, 2011 Check out Local Air Gun club Good Chance you will find your choice on the Ranges And see why others are using their Choice of Gun's BOB/R Quote Link to post
Karpman 44 Posted January 16, 2011 Author Report Share Posted January 16, 2011 After a bit of research I found out that the raider 10 may fit my needs if it is indeed a Brummie model. Only other trouble is it was .177 which is maybe not the best option for a hunting rifle? karpster Quote Link to post
davyt63 1,845 Posted January 16, 2011 Report Share Posted January 16, 2011 After a bit of research I found out that the raider 10 may fit my needs if it is indeed a Brummie model. Only other trouble is it was .177 which is maybe not the best option for a hunting rifle? karpster why??????????????? Quote Link to post
rossi_j 99 Posted January 16, 2011 Report Share Posted January 16, 2011 After a bit of research I found out that the raider 10 may fit my needs if it is indeed a Brummie model.Only other trouble is it was .177 which is maybe not the best option for a hunting rifle?karpster That could be a bit of a debate starter Im not starting it, anyone else?? .atb. .ste. Quote Link to post
Karpman 44 Posted January 16, 2011 Author Report Share Posted January 16, 2011 LOL sorry mate was maybe a bit Hastie with my assumptions. And don't mean to offend anyone or owt of course. Just thought the .22 had more stopping power as apposed to going straight through and losing quarry, Not speaking from experience here just rattling off what I have read. Even hitting kill zone can and will cause a straight through giving the quarry a shock reflex of sorts to fly or run some. But pretty tempted by this raider at the minute, Get the raider + bottle/pump gun bag and such and upgrade the rifle if needed when funds allow again? Hoping to be working in tandem at some parts too with me lurcher shawn, He is a little thick but i make him look like a genius lol Cracking mutt in all honesty Cheers karpman Quote Link to post
matt_hooks 188 Posted January 16, 2011 Report Share Posted January 16, 2011 Haha you'll get as many opinions as there are shooters (probably more) about which of the calibres is best for air rifle hunting. The .22 delivers more energy in a shorter distance on impact, due to the greater cross sectional area. The .177 presents a flatter trajectory, making it easier to put the pellet accurately where you want it. The .22 tends to carry more energy downrange, slowing down less quickly than the .177, and so can deliver more energy at a greater range. The .177 flies much faster, reducing the risk of an animal moving between you pulling the trigger and the pellet arriving on target (shorter lock time) So you see, both are capable of killing quickly and efficiently. A .22 might seem to put more animals on the deck immediately (though I'm not sure, even though I'm a .22 shooter) but the .177 may give you a slight advantage at varying ranges. Horses for courses really, and as long as you choose your calibre, then practice, practice and practice some more, then you should be able to make the weapon a good pot filler. 1 Quote Link to post
rossi_j 99 Posted January 16, 2011 Report Share Posted January 16, 2011 Good sumary matt and very un-biast for a .22 man lol .atb. .ste. Quote Link to post
RaiderBoy 19 Posted January 17, 2011 Report Share Posted January 17, 2011 You wont be disapointed with the raider 10 especially if its the brum made one. I have this rifle but in .22 and its just come back fully serviced and its was putting 5p sized groups yesterday in the wind and rain (Not bad for a gun thats nearly 10 years old). Richard Quote Link to post
ghillies 209 Posted January 17, 2011 Report Share Posted January 17, 2011 .177 not for hunting...dam! knew i did summut rong for nearly thirty years sniggers...... Quote Link to post
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