Anyone have recommendations for a traditional springer for a 10-11 yo? We tried a ruger explorer (youth) but it shoots like a red Ryder, maybe I have a bad one? Want to teach basic marksmanship, targets in backyard. Thanks!
Other Recommendations for 10yo?
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HW30 or R7 will outlast them. If that is too expensive, then look into the CMP Daisy 853 refurbs.
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I agree on the HW30. I got one a couple of months ago and it is one of the easiest cocking springers I have seen.
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HW30 is a wonderful rifle. Still a bit long and heavy for a youngster. Plus it’s pricey and why worry about the rough handling a youth will do. I bought these (X3 same thing) for my grandsons. They love them. Very accurate. Easy to cock and handle. Looks like Stoeger might be discontinuing this model also. 
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Curioius as to why a springer? What makes you think that is the best choice for a ten year old,I am asking this question to learn.
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easy to cock, wont break the bank if the 10 yo decides to move on to some other activity. Accurate. Most kids dig the shape and color. Syntheti stock will absorb a lot of punishment. Lightwieght
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get him something accurate or he will be discouraged and lose interest. personally, I would consider a PCP.
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lol, I looked for that one first, but couldn't find it anywhere. I ordered a HW30 from Krale.
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Thx. I actually ordered two, one for son and one for daughter. What what I have been reading from the forum, hopefully they will teach their kids on them.
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I would say the HW30 but he or she may need to grow into it (& kids grow fast). My main reason, other than being better that any rifle in its class, it is a lifetime rifle. They can shoot that rifle the rest of their life and their kids and grandkids can shoot it many years from now. Those cheap rifles will just wind up in a dumpster one day.
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For me, my 10 year old airgun WAS a red ryder - my father's from 1950 or whenever he got it as a kid. I think he's always regretted giving that to me because for whatever reason he can't stand the fact that I like to shoot airguns. Oh well - his loss both in terms of entertainment and camaraderie.
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Pyramid Air sells their own copy but this is the one I would suggest…
IZH60..
This stock is adjustable as they grow or when they are wearing a coat..
IZH60..
This stock is adjustable as they grow or when they are wearing a coat..
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My 13 year old daughter has been shooting my R7 for years now and refers to it as her gun. IMO, it's worth the extra money to start them out on a decent gun.
We all have our own levels of enthusiasm for different activities. Some of us are just naturally drawn to shooting and you could start us out with a Gamo with a bent barrel and we'd still shoot it obsessively. Most other people might enjoy shooting, but only when the weather's nice and only for half an hour or so. For those people having a decent gun that hits what you aim it at and is pleasant to shoot will be the deciding factor in whether they shoot 10 times a year or once a year.
We all have our own levels of enthusiasm for different activities. Some of us are just naturally drawn to shooting and you could start us out with a Gamo with a bent barrel and we'd still shoot it obsessively. Most other people might enjoy shooting, but only when the weather's nice and only for half an hour or so. For those people having a decent gun that hits what you aim it at and is pleasant to shoot will be the deciding factor in whether they shoot 10 times a year or once a year.
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Are you sure the kid will take to the sport? If any doubt, buy the CMP Daisy 853 (since they did not like the Ruger, not sure of the other recommended youth springers recommended here) and see how much they shoot and enjoy it. If they do, then a Beeman R7 ( I recommend Flying Dragons as Mike takes them apart and checks them,) for Christmas.
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It isn’t a springer but the Crosman 760 has introduced thousands of kids to shooting. Not expensive, does the job and kids learn responsibility and other good habits. I’ve enjoyed shooting since I was maybe 6 and the Crosman 500 and 760 were my second and third.
Rick H.
Rick H.
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I would recommend a daisy 880
No it’s not a springer but it’s light and easy to pump.
If your set on a springer get a crosman tyro, they are small and light and $80 at Walmart, and they trigger isn’t terrible.
No reason to buy a 10 year old a $320 hw30
No it’s not a springer but it’s light and easy to pump.
If your set on a springer get a crosman tyro, they are small and light and $80 at Walmart, and they trigger isn’t terrible.
No reason to buy a 10 year old a $320 hw30
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