Lukey12 126 Posted August 9, 2016 Report Share Posted August 9, 2016 Hi guys,, I'm wanting to purchase an air rifle but have no idea where to start... What's the best advice you can give me starting out? What rifle should I go for? Just for a little pest control rats rabbits and the occasional pigeon... Thanks any info much appreciated Quote Link to post
Jonjon79 13,358 Posted August 10, 2016 Report Share Posted August 10, 2016 Hi Lukey, First of all, Welcome to Airguns Before we can give you some proper advice .......... How much are you looking to spend? Are you looking for a Spring powered or a PCP (pre charged pneumatic) rifle? Atb Quote Link to post
Lukey12 126 Posted August 10, 2016 Author Report Share Posted August 10, 2016 Hi Lukey, First of all, Welcome to Airguns Before we can give you some proper advice .......... How much are you looking to spend? Are you looking for a Spring powered or a PCP (pre charged pneumatic) rifle? Atb thanks mate... Which would be the best option? As I have no idea... I haven't though about price but don't want to go mad with it been my first one Quote Link to post
si brown 8,486 Posted August 10, 2016 Report Share Posted August 10, 2016 Hi Lukey, First of all, Welcome to Airguns Before we can give you some proper advice .......... How much are you looking to spend? Are you looking for a Spring powered or a PCP (pre charged pneumatic) rifle? Atb thanks mate... Which would be the best option? As I have no idea... I haven't though about price but don't want to go mad with it been my first oneSpring guns are cheaper but take more skill to use!Air / pcp are worth a look, have a butchers on freeads see if you like anything and ask the lads on here! Good luck Atb si Quote Link to post
Lukey12 126 Posted August 10, 2016 Author Report Share Posted August 10, 2016 Hi Lukey, First of all, Welcome to Airguns Before we can give you some proper advice .......... How much are you looking to spend? Are you looking for a Spring powered or a PCP (pre charged pneumatic) rifle? Atb thanks mate... Which would be the best option? As I have no idea... I haven't though about price but don't want to go mad with it been my first oneSpring guns are cheaper but take more skill to use!Air / pcp are worth a look, have a butchers on freeads see if you like anything and ask the lads on here! Good luck Atb si thanks si yes I'm thinking PCP how much would I be looking at spending to get a decent one? Any particular brands/makes to avoid or to go for... Thanks Quote Link to post
Jonjon79 13,358 Posted August 10, 2016 Report Share Posted August 10, 2016 Ok, there's a few things to consider...... Buying new or used: you get a warranty with a new rifle but, used will be cheaper and may come with a scope. A springer will generally be less costly but, they do recoil so they take some practice to shoot accurately. They are more simple and, I think, more fun to use. A PCP will usually be more expensive, especially when you've added the dive bottle or pump. They are a lot easier to shoot accurately as there is no recoil. Also, there are a lot of multishot rifles available which is always a bonus when hunting. Then, of course, you get the good ol' calibre debate - .177, .20, .22 or .25. Personally, I use a .177 pcp for hunting with a heavy 10.34gn pellet. This calibre has the flatest trajectory and, the pellet retains energy well. I use it for everything - rabbits, rats, birds. The larger the caliber, the more loopy the trajectory, the better your range finding needs to be. I also have a .22 springer. It's a lot of fun to use but, as I said, it does recoil so, I'm learning it's hold and practicing my accuracy before I hunt with it. My advice would be to buy right first time from the makers that are known for quality. I like Air Arms, Weihrauch, Some BSAs. Walther LGV & LGU are getting good press. Of course, you also have to ensure that a rifle fits you. It may sound daft but, if it doesn't naturally come to the shoulder well, it's another variable that will effect your accuracy. Try to try a few a local shops and gun clubs first. The lads in this sport are generally a helpful, welcoming bunch - most will be happy to help. Do your own research as well - there's loads of good reviews on the various forums and YouTube. An expensive rifle isn't always the best rifle and, a cheap rifle isn't always crap. Other advice I'd give is practice, practice and practice some more with whatever kit you decide on and, buy a rangefinder and a chrono (to keep an eye on your rifles power). Most of all - Enjoy the search. There's nothing like the feeling of a new rifle. 1 Quote Link to post
Lukey12 126 Posted August 10, 2016 Author Report Share Posted August 10, 2016 Thanks for that Jon jon Quote Link to post
mark williams 7,558 Posted August 10, 2016 Report Share Posted August 10, 2016 Ditto to Jonjon Good luck Lukey. Quote Link to post
Lukey12 126 Posted August 10, 2016 Author Report Share Posted August 10, 2016 Has anyone got a decent rifle for sale on here that would suit a beginner Quote Link to post
David.evans 5,323 Posted August 10, 2016 Report Share Posted August 10, 2016 give us a clue on your budget lukey it would help to narrow your search down atb Quote Link to post
Rez 4,961 Posted August 10, 2016 Report Share Posted August 10, 2016 Welcome Luke. Go with whatever you think mate, for cost, get a springer, learn how to shoot it, you'll be a better shot for it in the long run. Nice little 99/Hawke combo would suit you down to a tea and it'll bang the lights out of all the quarry you highlight. 3 Quote Link to post
David.evans 5,323 Posted August 10, 2016 Report Share Posted August 10, 2016 narr pcp mate all day long sorry rez Quote Link to post
Lukey12 126 Posted August 10, 2016 Author Report Share Posted August 10, 2016 As I don't know about prices I was thinking about £250 or am I way off haha Quote Link to post
David.evans 5,323 Posted August 10, 2016 Report Share Posted August 10, 2016 you might get a ultra for that , but i dont think a bottle would be included . second hand tho atb Quote Link to post
si brown 8,486 Posted August 10, 2016 Report Share Posted August 10, 2016 (edited) 250 will get you a nice s/h one Springer that is Edited August 10, 2016 by si brown 1 Quote Link to post
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