If it's got to be new, I think you're on the right track with the HW95 in .22. As for a scope, I'd recommend the UTG 4-14x44 SWAT mil-dot. 30mm tube. Great scope, has side focus and everything.
However... your best bet is used. A tuned gun is going to be better than a new HW95, and already broken in. Even if its not tuned, but is well broken-in and is a claimed good shooter from a trusted seller....
It's hard to convince someone without experience buying used, but if you have a good honest seller, (and you can check their feedback, these days) they're better guns than new. You're also opened to options that are no longer available, or that wouldn't be available in your price range.
However... your best bet is used. A tuned gun is going to be better than a new HW95, and already broken in. Even if its not tuned, but is well broken-in and is a claimed good shooter from a trusted seller....
It's hard to convince someone without experience buying used, but if you have a good honest seller, (and you can check their feedback, these days) they're better guns than new. You're also opened to options that are no longer available, or that wouldn't be available in your price range.
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