nordaim
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I have been seeking out an air rifle for small game/varmints (sea gulls, crows, et cetera) around where I live. Though I do not have any neighbors close by (nearest is 1/3 of a mile away) and good shooting lanes, the repeated report of gunfire, even from a .22, is something that I am looking to avoid.
With that said, I do not know much about modern air rifles. I am used to the old Red Ryder's and kids pump BB guns. The little bit that I have discovered brings me to the following that I am looking for:
.177
1000+fps
Pneumatic Air, not precharged/CO2 powered.
Price of $200-400.
A kit in this price range, with a functional scope would be best.
If anyone has any feedback on such a setup, as well as additional advice (pellet type/weight selection, certain brands to avoid, et cetera) it would be greatly appreciated.
With that said, I do not know much about modern air rifles. I am used to the old Red Ryder's and kids pump BB guns. The little bit that I have discovered brings me to the following that I am looking for:
.177
1000+fps
Pneumatic Air, not precharged/CO2 powered.
Price of $200-400.
A kit in this price range, with a functional scope would be best.
If anyone has any feedback on such a setup, as well as additional advice (pellet type/weight selection, certain brands to avoid, et cetera) it would be greatly appreciated.