I'm going to purchase a .177 and I'm having trouble deciding between the Gamo Varmint or the Air Hawk Elite II, any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
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Help on deciding on Gamo or Air Hawk
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I would get something from Mike Melick with a tune. The rifles he sells are not as "fancy" as the ones you listed, but the XS-25 is the same platform as the air hawk. Getting it with his full tune will transform it into a different gun.
Years ago I bought an XS46U (underlever .177) from him with the full tune and it is an excellent entry level gun.
Search his name on the forum. I doubt you'll find a negative review.
Here's a link to Mike's store.
http://flyingdragonairrifles.org/index.php?route=product/product&path=59&product_id=67
Years ago I bought an XS46U (underlever .177) from him with the full tune and it is an excellent entry level gun.
Search his name on the forum. I doubt you'll find a negative review.
Here's a link to Mike's store.
http://flyingdragonairrifles.org/index.php?route=product/product&path=59&product_id=67
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Why buy a cheap Chinese imitation when you can have the real thing? Umarex has several Dianas for sale at incredibly low prices. Those rifles are waaaaaaay better than anything coming out of Flying Dragon. And right now they're on sale cheaper than that Chinese stuff.
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Don't forget the 20% off discount code!
https://www.umarexusa.com/rws
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The 22 would be the better choice unless you only plan on shooting 177 caliber slugs.
https://www.airgunsofarizona.com/index.php?p=product&id=4642&parent=9&is_print_version=true
PS- ZAI JIAN !!!
https://www.umarexusa.com/rws
OR!!! Speaking German... HALLO GUTEN TAG !!!
The 22 would be the better choice unless you only plan on shooting 177 caliber slugs.
https://www.airgunsofarizona.com/index.php?p=product&id=4642&parent=9&is_print_version=true
PS- ZAI JIAN !!!
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I wouldn't bother with slugs in a piston gun. Generally, heavier than normal projectiles shorten spring life and in my experience aren't really conducive to good accuracy.
One of those RWS guns from Umarex would be great. But if they aren't available Flying Dragon is my next choice. Frankly, I have a Diana 34 and an XS46U from Mike and their both comparable shooters. Fit and finish on the Diana/RWS is better, but accuracy wise, they're close.
I'd also avoid a "magnum" springer if it's your first one. "Magnum" or I guess super-magnum would be more what I'm referring to, are MUCH harder to shoot accurately than something 14-18 FPE range. The Air Hawk and Gamo (as well as the XS-25 from FD) are all in that range.
Let us know what you decide.
Nico
One of those RWS guns from Umarex would be great. But if they aren't available Flying Dragon is my next choice. Frankly, I have a Diana 34 and an XS46U from Mike and their both comparable shooters. Fit and finish on the Diana/RWS is better, but accuracy wise, they're close.
I'd also avoid a "magnum" springer if it's your first one. "Magnum" or I guess super-magnum would be more what I'm referring to, are MUCH harder to shoot accurately than something 14-18 FPE range. The Air Hawk and Gamo (as well as the XS-25 from FD) are all in that range.
Let us know what you decide.
Nico
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