I have a TX200 and HW97, the 97 is a keeper for sure. Both are 12 ft lb and heavy, but suited for the field target game. I want to add an HW30 or 50 in .177 for shooting in the living room and an HW95 in .22 for hunting.
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Must have springers?
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Looks like I'm hanging with the rich kids.. my must have was the .30 caliber Hatsan 135... when I got I was slightly shocked and a bit dissatisfied but it has grown on me... I wouldn't recommend it unless you're willing to do some work but if you do it's worth it....
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Just added another springer to my list, hw30 in .20 cal, what a nice gun to shoot! No drama, just so smooth, and accurate, even my girlfriend liked it...
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I don't know about must haves, but when I planned buying springers i knew I wanted all 22 cals, and one of each side lever, under-lever and break-barrel. So I got a D48, 460 and D350. I'm satisfied with all three. But if I needed to hunt I would more than likely grab a PCP instead of a springer. But I have gotten to a point where I can shoot my springers pretty accurately in my backyard. My D48 and D350 were tuned by a friend, but he's an old time airgunner with a lot of experience so I consider them pro-tuned. The D460 was bought at a trade show so I don't know the history. There's no buzz and it's very accurate.
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Diana 56TH is a nice springer. LGV or LGU should be on your list.
Any of the 10m stuff Joe listed is unbelievable. Triggers are to die for.
Good luck.
-DT
Any of the 10m stuff Joe listed is unbelievable. Triggers are to die for.
Good luck.
-DT
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Just picked up an RX1 with a laminate stock which effectively creates an RX2 and a true left-handed TX200. Can't wait for them to arrive this week. It's going to be a very merry Christmas. Now to find something equally amazing for my lovely wife!
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Ha I was thinking the same thing. I also recommend the 135 .30 cal. It’s a monster at 30 foot pounds. I also have the 135 .22 shooting a true 980+ FPS with 14.3 grain pellets accurately.
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I have the Benjamin Titan in .22 avgs about 18-20 fpe (very comfortable rifle) and in.25 the Hatsan 125 is on the way .... I have high hopes for that one...)
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Must have? I am a middle child from a very large Catholic family of 1950's and 60's vintage. That means I learned long ago to work with what I have and find joy in making the best of what's available. Must have? I love working with guns of very (very) moderate cost to get as much out of them as I am able. Must have? What I do have: a Benji Summit .22, a Crosman F4 .177 (detuned NP), and a Daisy/Avanti 853 .177. Oh, and am embarking on an experiment with a Gamo Bone Collector in .177, found on steep discount online. Dunno where it fits in with the others but have wanted that stock configuration since I got back into air guns.
Would love to have if I fell in an old outhouse hole and came out covered in gold dust and D.B. Cooper's missing money? A Tony Wall-tuned HW 95 in .22, called an 'Imp' by the miracle workers at Sandwell Fields Sports in the UK. And yes, I'd want the sub-12 ft lb version for it's mild demeanor and superior accuracy.
Would love to have if I fell in an old outhouse hole and came out covered in gold dust and D.B. Cooper's missing money? A Tony Wall-tuned HW 95 in .22, called an 'Imp' by the miracle workers at Sandwell Fields Sports in the UK. And yes, I'd want the sub-12 ft lb version for it's mild demeanor and superior accuracy.
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I’m sure you’re going to love it Dan. One thing about Hatsans, the advertised FPS is accurate. A .25 is next on my list, that’s one I don’t have.
Here is my 135
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I have never owned a Hatsan or Diana. I had Beeman R9 long ago and loved it and still consider it the best springer i have ever owned.
I would like to try out a Hatsan and Diana break barrels, Hatsan seems to have some really cool features threw out there line of riffles.
I do how ever want a Benjamin Trail NP2.
I would like to try out a Hatsan and Diana break barrels, Hatsan seems to have some really cool features threw out there line of riffles.
I do how ever want a Benjamin Trail NP2.
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I am with you on the "Must Have" I probably should have stated "No collection is complete without" or "if you could have only one or two what would they be" I think most on this forum are in the blessed to be able to play with these toys category. Not a lot of people "Have" to have an airgun or an RC car or a play station etc...
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No worries, I still consider gas rams as "springers" after all they are powered by an air spring.
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Joe's got you drinkin' the KoolAid! lol
I would love to have a 300 but I need to find a lefty. I have an FWB600 ssp and within its range it is the most accurate rifle I own of any kind.
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I'm "new" to springers as I've been in the PCP game a couple years and am getting rid of all but one and getting back into a few quality springers. My first is a RWS Meisterschutze Pro Compact .177 pro tuned and the other is an Beeman R7 .177. I'm looking at adding one more later on and torn between the HW95/R9 .177 or a HW50
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Got this in a lot I was buying. Not really a must have for me but it sure is purty''
Webley Vulcan Beeman's Precision Made in Birmingham England
Webley Vulcan Beeman's Precision Made in Birmingham England
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I'm with Joe on this one, the FWB300s really is as good as it gets within its intended range and even a bit beyond. No, you probably don't want to take it hunting, except for chipmunks or sparrows maybe. But it oozes quality and the accuracy is amazing. In my book it qualifies as a must have springer.
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