N/A Best bang (or plink) for the buck?

[PNWTrekker]

Well... with it settled that I am leaning towards a springer for my first big boy air gun, what is best bang (or plink) for the buck?

I am new to the sport and have decided to take the plunge. I am familiar with firearms but have never owned a high-end air rifle. I have been lurking around the online reviews and really like the lines of the Diana 34 which seems to have consistently favorable reviews. I can't afford a new one and am ok waiting for a reasonably priced used one in .22. Hopefully already scoped by someone that knows what they are doing.

However, I am sure there are a lot of gems I am not aware of. I like the clean lines of the 34 because it is similar to my hunting rifles and seems easier to carry in the bush than some of the benchrest models. What other similar makes / models should I be on the lookout for with $300 as a cap on the used market?

 

[Struckat]

Make some more posts and shop the classifieds.
There are some nice ones there now.

 

[PEP3]

I think you would be happy with any Diana or Weihrauch, just take in consideration of length and weight, some are really long or very heavy. Both will give you the accuracy you’re looking for, they are all fantastic rifles.

 

[Mycapt65]

The D34 is a very good rifle for you. A Hw95 or the Beeman equivalent the R9 is little bit more refined if you can find one in your price range.
There might be better choices if you elaborate on your specific intended use. Example, paper or pest. 10, 25 or 50 yards. What's the accuracy you desire. Etc etc.

I have a ton of firearms and 13 Weihrauchs and the one i enjoy shooting the most are my smallest lowest powered. I'm 6'3" 200 lbs so I can handle bigger rifles I just get a kick out of the smaller ones. You may be different.

 

[Gonzo]

Well, as someone who has gone from Crossman to Beeman and now BSA, I don’t regret the cheaper guns but damn, you spend close to $1k on a used PCP and you have entered a whole different world. Accurate like a good 22 but quiet. Yeah, there is the cost of a compressor. We all have a budget to live by. Best of luck in your search.

 

[maxtrouble]

@PNWTrekker - Welcome to Airgun Nation. I suggest you make some more posts to have access to the Members Only classifieds.

Were are you from? What is your favorite rifle? What is your favorite youtube channel?

Pellets and Pistons and Walnut and Steel are great channels for springers.

Have fun and enjoy the rabbit hole!

 

[Steve Milbocker]

Traditional Rifle - Vintage Diana model 36. $275

Selling my 1981 vintage Diana model 36 (.177 cal), made in WEST GERMANY. I bought it from the original owner a few months back on this forum, and have simply decided that it's not for me. It's shooting around 875 FPS with 8.3gr Superdomes. The original front globe sight is included, with no...

www.airgunnation.com

It’s a 177 but I don’t think you would regret it. Looks like a nice one

 

[PNWTrekker]

Thank you. That is a beautiful rifle. I live in Washington. A .22 -to .25 caliber air gun is required for game animals and I am hoping to take a few grouse with the rifle I purchase.

 

[maxtrouble]

Thank you. That is a beautiful rifle. I live in Washington. A .22 -to .25 caliber air gun is required for game animals and I am hoping to take a few grouse with the rifle I purchase.

This right here. Factory tune should be 14 to 16 foot pounds of energy. More than enough energy for small game. Will shoot the H&N Field Target Trophies 5.52 or 5.53 head size into an inch sized hole all day long. Soup cans are easy out to 80 yards if you do your part and the wind smiles on you.

https://www.airgunsofarizona.com/spring-piston/weihrauch-hw95-luxus-.22/

I have two HW95's and a HW98. They are all tuned up with Vortek kits. They all shoot better than me and they all like H&N ammo the most.

I was hitting soup cans at 80 yards in 12 to 20 mph winds between the big gusts today. Zips right through the can.

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