I ran across an original in a catalog earlier. This is the one my brother had in '67. Those were the days...
Cheers,
J~
Cheers,
J~
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Crossman 760, so disappointing.
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Ya know though, for a quality product, I would pay 190 bucks for that rifle...if it was built the same rugged way.
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"Little Pinky"
My Wifes 760 got a Optimus 4 X 32 today still looking for the sweet pellet for it these were the 7 grain Apolo pistol competition. Target shots were off hand. OV.
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I had one of those for my kids and realized it had a smooth bore. You can order the crosman m-4.177 barrel for it and it swaps right in and is rifled. Accuracy greatly increased.
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When I began this thread I was disappointed with the 760. Materials, build, etc. But, it did shoot. Now here I am just a couple weeks later and it failed.
After pumping it holds pressure but when I shoot I can see the BB thru the air. I'm sure the bolt/breech is not sealed and leaking. After messing with it I got it to shoot a little but it's history. I'm not even going to try and fix it.
As luck would have it, an overstock/open box bidding I do had an Umarex NXG APX pump. $30 later back in action. This thing is really sweet.
A great feature is the lever length to pump is enough that my 8 yr daughter can do it at least 3-4x. She struggles opening the bolt but it's ok. Of course it's huge for her but even the Red Ryder is too. Probably stick to the bench for now.
Anyway, I might open up that 760 just to have a look. I just can't believe how bad it really is.
Have a great day everyone
After pumping it holds pressure but when I shoot I can see the BB thru the air. I'm sure the bolt/breech is not sealed and leaking. After messing with it I got it to shoot a little but it's history. I'm not even going to try and fix it.
As luck would have it, an overstock/open box bidding I do had an Umarex NXG APX pump. $30 later back in action. This thing is really sweet.
A great feature is the lever length to pump is enough that my 8 yr daughter can do it at least 3-4x. She struggles opening the bolt but it's ok. Of course it's huge for her but even the Red Ryder is too. Probably stick to the bench for now.
Anyway, I might open up that 760 just to have a look. I just can't believe how bad it really is.
Have a great day everyone
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Yes ok. I appreciate that got Little Pinky figured out. The BB loading port is the black plastic at the end of the pistol grip just push it forward, and load up a lot of BB's. Will never find that sweet pellet with the smooth bore , but oh man when I shot BB's it was , so much fun shooting quarter size groups off hand THIS IS WHERE THE FUN IS. I had a blast , and remembered how accurate my lever action Daisy was when I was 10 years old that was 55 years ago. It will shoot pellets , but that is not what is was intended for
This is a fun accurate little BB gun. I actually can't wait to try BB's in my M4
.177 multi pump hope it's as much fun.
Right now though my favorite BB gun is my Full Auto M1 Carbine that thing is so FUN.
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Here is a solid choice the CrosmanHello All,
I recently decided it was a good time to introduce my 8 yr old daughter to shooting. Great time to teach safety, more safety, and some shooting basics.
When I was about her age (granted it was 40+ years ago), I got the Crossman 760 Pumpmaster. I loved it. My Gpap taught me everything. I had it for 10+ years when it finally gave out. I couldn't think of a better way to introduce my daughter than to get that same rifle.
Disappointment is a major understatement. The thing is $40 so it is what it is, but compared to the one I had really isn't even a comparison.
Beyond just the general flimsy feel there are problems that really are awful. Thought I'd list just a few:
The barrel itself can turn/twist +/- 60°, putting the sights near sideways.
The pump handle being completely light plastic feels like it'll break any second.
The bolt/ breach are a little misaligned meaning you need to shove it into place.
Like I said, I didn't expect much but I'd like to at least think it'll last during this early beginner time. The old ones had a metal handle and linkage to pump. That's my biggest issue here. It takes more force now as the handle is short, less leverage. Guaranteed it'll break.
Oh well, things get cheap and corners cut over time. Stay profitable, compete, etc I get it. Mostly it's just me. Memories of this thing are some of my best as a kid at my GPa's house. I want to share that with my daughter but this isn't going to do it.
I'm wondering if I should just grab the Red Ryder and go from there.
Thanks for listening, mostly I just had to vent. That said, I'm definitely open to suggestions of what might be a solid choice for her.
All the best.....
M1 full auto carbine it is so fun. You want to put a big smile on that girls face get one for yourself , and under adult supervision let her shoot is it is a blast. It has a selector switch for semi , so it would be great no pumping ,or punching fingers , no cocking just pull the trigger it's very easy to load , and use very light , and you can scoop one up from Walmart for like $122 plus tax.
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The Daisy 880 is what the 760 should be – metal pump, solid barrel, and $60. Perfect trainer for kids. My daughter’s had hers 3 years with zero issues.Hello All,
I recently decided it was a good time to introduce my 8 yr old daughter to shooting. Great time to teach safety, more safety, and some shooting basics.
When I was about her age (granted it was 40+ years ago), I got the Crossman 760 Pumpmaster. I loved it. My Gpap taught me everything. I had it for 10+ years when it finally gave out. I couldn't think of a better way to introduce my daughter than to get that same rifle.
Disappointment is a major understatement. The thing is $40 so it is what it is, but compared to the one I had really isn't even a comparison.
Beyond just the general flimsy feel there are problems that really are awful. Thought I'd list just a few:
The barrel itself can turn/twist +/- 60°, putting the sights near sideways.
The pump handle being completely light plastic feels like it'll break any second.
The bolt/ breach are a little misaligned meaning you need to shove it into place.
Like I said, I didn't expect much but I'd like to at least think it'll last during this early beginner time. The old ones had a metal handle and linkage to pump. That's my biggest issue here. It takes more force now as the handle is short, less leverage. Guaranteed it'll break.
Oh well, things get cheap and corners cut over time. Stay profitable, compete, etc I get it. Mostly it's just me. Memories of this thing are some of my best as a kid at my GPa's house. I want to share that with my daughter but this isn't going to do it.
I'm wondering if I should just grab the Red Ryder and go from there
Thanks for listening, mostly I just had to vent. That said, I'm definitely open to suggestions of what might be a solid choice for her.
All the best.....
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