HW/Weihrauch Wanting to purchase a Weihrauch springer but concerned about droop

[springmeister]

I could write lots on the recent patterns to the droop on the 50s and 95s. The 50s didnt show with significant droop until 2022. I never determined the reason past machining dimensions. I just adjusted the barrelsr.

95s started to be plagued with droop and around 2019 and they seem to have gotten handle on it around 2023. The cause was usually a binding cocking arm. Putting a slight bend in the cocking arm fixes that. I've fixed at least 7 or 8 of them.

The 50s machining errors can be addressed with a droop compensation scope mount. Most of them are one piece and limit your scope option. I just bend the barrel close to optical center.

The 95s need the cocking arm fixed because it can cause vertical stringing from inconsistent lock up.

Pm me for my phone number if you want details.

Just get the gun you want. It's unlikely to have droop. And droop isnt fatal if it does.

Oh btw 77s and 97s often have droop and or sweep. So there's no guarantee with them either.

Good luck
Ron

Ron, really appreciate your response and insight! It was super helpful and pragmatic.

 

[Orv]

Ron, really appreciate your response and insight! It was super helpful and pragmatic.

I'm an old Springer guy, having the TX200 and a HW97K, both in .22 cal. and walnut. I haven't experienced aany droop with either rifle. Both rifles tip the scales approaching

 

[Mycapt65]

I'm an old Springer guy, having the TX200 and a HW97K, both in .22 cal. and walnut. I haven't experienced aany droop with either rifle. Both rifles tip the scales approaching

I know nothing about TXs but 97s often have some droop. Its not usually excessive though. I'd be surprised if a 97 had none. I fixed mine and few others so I didn't have to run the scopes up too much. It's easier on the scopes. Fwiw 30mm scopes usually have more room for adjustments and are more tolerant of droop.

 

[Mycapt65]

That's good to know.

It's been up for sale a few times but I quickly grow tired of tire kicking hagglers and pull it off market. I still have it and barely use it. It's just not my thing. I bought it because it has a green 77KSEs laminate stock that I liked at the time.

 

[springmeister]

I think you are over thinking . But to avoid the situation buy the 97 or 77 underlever or Air Arms TX200 i have multiple's of all three , TX200 beats them all by an unnoticeable small margin .
OR you can buy the HW50 and most likely you will get a good one , Ask Air guns of Arizona to pick out a no droop one ?

That's a great idea, say no to droop!

 

[springmeister]

The HW50 is a really great rifle. I’d hate to see you miss out on it simply because of the possibility of barrel droop. I have two HW50s and two HW30s and they are both fine. I also have an HW97k and it’s also very nice. It’s a HEAVY booger though. I enjoy the 50s and the 30s more for just fun relaxing shooting. I agree with the suggestion from beerthief, buy your rifle from Airguns of Arizona. Call them and tell them your concern and I bet they will pick out a good one for you.

I'll call them and let them know of my concern if I order from there. Thanks!