Break Barrel For A Chuck?

[brawler1588]

So I am a pcp guy and my uncle reached out wanting something to take out some woodchucks in his back. Sadly he moved to Tennessee otherwise I would lend him something. He's 58 but a big guy and a navy vet so a break barrel should be okay. The issue is he doesn't want to spend a lot and I am looking for some input. Any information would be greatly appreciated.

 

[Sqwirl57]

Define "spend a lot". The issue with break barrels and groundhogs is going to come down to accuracy. Body shots won't work and the brain is basically a 1" KZ

 

[brawler1588]

Define "spend a lot". The issue with break barrels and groundhogs is going to come down to accuracy. Body shots won't work and the brain is basically a 1" KZ

Well let's just say he sent me a link for one that was $180 and I was not comfortable recommending that one so I said I would look into more options.

 

[Rich_B]

I have been using a Diana 48 and 460 this summer with 16 gr pellets with great success. Keep an eye out in the classifieds or put out an ad for something along that line. I’m also going to be trying out a Diana 350 in the next week or so. Any of those should do the trick.

 

[Sqwirl57]

There was a .22 D34 in the classifieds this week for about $220 I believe. If that's anything like my 34, its going to be an absolute tack driver as far as springers go.

 

[JaceSpace1369]

Gamo swarm magnum should be good enough.

 

[Sqwirl57]

Found the Diana I saw:

Traditional Rifle - Diana RWS 34 Classic T06 in .22

Like new Diana/RWS 34 Classic with T06 trigger in .22. Bought it new for close range chipmunks, but it's over-kill for the task. It has approximately 130-160 shots through it. No scratches, unmodified and it comes with original box and manual for anyone who'd like to gift it to someone. The...

www.airgunnation.com

 

[brawler1588]

There was a .22 D34 in the classifieds this week for about $220 I believe. If that's anything like my 34, its going to be an absolute tack driver as far as springers go.

I actually have that one saved but wasn't sure if it had enough for a chuck

 

[Sqwirl57]

I actually have that one saved but wasn't sure if it had enough for a chuck

I take them with a nearly 17fpe 97K all the time. Inside 30yds and they don't have a chance. My buddy @oaks1450 just took one with his 12.5fpe .177 Pro Sport last week. Its all about shot placement. A 34 will get the job done but just make sure he knows he has to get to know the gun first.

 

[Cnsane]

I headshoot them at appx 50 yards with my Beeman Kodiak in .25 slinging Silver Bears (I'm old). I have also cleanly taken them in the head with my brother's RWS 48 in .22 using the 16gr JSB exacts at the same distance. I'd recommend a scoped 48 in .22 if he wants an adult springer or an RWS 54 AirKing if he wants to shorten the learning curve associated with mastering a springer

 

[iAMzehTOASTY1]

Going on 8 years with my Ruger Impact Max Elite. 22

 

[qball]

Given the same weight pellet 177 caliber will penetrate better. Maybe find a 14 fpe springer that can shoot the 13 grain pellets? Those pellets can pack a punch. I've taken out adult skunk with heart and lung shot with 13 grain pellet at lowly 690 fps, it didn't make it pass 10 feet.

Someone I know at local FT match switched to 10.3 grain pellets in his TX200 springer and it's a ton more accurate.