1st Gun. Options and opinions.

[FezzyP]

So, I've been thinking of getting into the sport but I'm torn on what to do and where to go.

I haven't shot for almost 20 years when I used to go with my uncle, using his springer, a bit of hunting and a bit of target work and it's something that I always loved doing.

I'm based in Salford and ultimately it would be mostly target, rather than hunting and I've been looking at going PCP (but on a budget). The Kral NP-02 and the Reximex Lyra K are what have caught my eye but I'm not sure.

My question, basically, is should I just get a cheap, entry level springer to get started and see where it leads me or do I just go for it with a PCP and commit to a few more £££? I'm genuinely torn, I have no clue what to do?

I've heard good things about both the Lyra and NP but does anyone have/tried both? Any pros and cons to either?

 

[Jensen]

Having looked into this recently for my brother, i think the regulated Reximex Pretensis is a better buy than both of those. The regulator seems very consistent too from what i've seen, why buy an unregulated gun if you don't have to..?

 

[FezzyP]

Having looked into this recently for my brother, i think the regulated Reximex Pretensis is a better buy than both of those. The regulator seems very consistent too from what i've seen, why buy an unregulated gun if you don't have to..?

You see, I don't know anything about the difference

 

[Bodge]

For the cost of a budget PCP you could get a really rather nice springer, so I’d say go springer. It’ll be more nostalgic.

 

[Davido2005]

I'd consider if you think you'll try to be competitive with target shooting. Springers are very challenging to shoot well and can be rewarding, but also frustrating. If you want best chances of high scores in competitions, PCP.

 

[Shrew]

My advice ..join a club or get permission to shoot the gun first.once that is in place buy a branded springer like airarms .weirauch .etc To see if you like it . Then look at a pcp always nice to keep the springer as back up.

 

[wickerman]

I would go with a hw97 or hw98 if you don't get into the shooting they are both easy to sell and get your money back

 

[subby12]

Some great SH PCP's around as ppl upgrade/ trade in. I would go with used from a RFD, will even get a warranty I should imagine.

 

[FezzyP]

For the cost of a budget PCP you could get a really rather nice springer, so I’d say go springer. It’ll be more nostalgic.

The nostalgia is what it bringing me back to it i think l, I've never thought of it that way.

 

[RichC]

Hi mate,

You want to to think about going to Bolton Airgun Club in Leigh - they have a number of airguns your can try out: Bolton Airgun Club

Hope this helps

Rich

 

[FezzyP]

Some great SH PCP's around as ppl upgrade/ trade in. I would go with used from a RFD, will even get a warranty I should imagine.

I've been looking but can only really find Cheshire Gun room in Stockport and Ab gunsmith and neither really ha e anything second hand in (at least from what I can see online)

There's loads on Guntrader but I don't feel confident enough buying from there as I know I'll be the one that ends up with a duff

 

[FezzyP]

Hi mate,

You want to to think about going to Bolton Airgun Club in Leigh - they have a number of airguns your can try out: Bolton Airgun Club

Hope this helps

Rich

I was on thier website earlier (along with atherton gun glub) and was going to give them a ring and see what I need to do to pop down.

 

[Shrew]

Put a wanted on here I’m sure there’s someone local to you who’s got a springer or pcp for sale who’s on the forum.. lots of genuine guys on here

 

[Jensen]

Gee whiz! Are the the springer brigade out on a recruitment drive or something..? lol

DON'T DO IT..!! Be strong..! Buy a PCP..!

 

[FezzyP]

Put a wanted on here I’m sure there’s someone local to you who’s got a springer or pcp for sale who’s on the forum.. lots of genuine guys on here

Haven't got access as yet. Quite a few posts to go

 

[FezzyP]

I'd consider if you think you'll try to be competitive with target shooting. Springers are very challenging to shoot well and can be rewarding, but also frustrating. If you want best chances of high scores in competitions, PCP.

I don't think I'd even hit the target at the moment, let alone thinking about competitions.

 

[FezzyP]

Gee whiz! Are the the springer brigade out on a recruitment drive or something..? lol

DON'T DO IT..!! Be strong..! Buy a PCP..!

I am leaning more towards a PCP if I'm honest, I like the idea of multiple shots rather than single shot everytime.

 

[Jensen]

You see, I don't know anything about the difference

A regulator sets the pressure limit used by the rifle for firing, separate from whats in the bottle or cylinder. It ensures that the same amount of air/pressure is used for every shot, making it much more consistent shot to shot, it will also increase your shot count, sometimes by quite a lot.

 

[Spudgunner]

So, I've been thinking of getting into the sport but I'm torn on what to do and where to go.

I haven't shot for almost 20 years when I used to go with my uncle, using his springer, a bit of hunting and a bit of target work and it's something that I always loved doing.

I'm based in Salford and ultimately it would be mostly target, rather than hunting and I've been looking at going PCP (but on a budget). The Kral NP-02 and the Reximex Lyra K are what have caught my eye but I'm not sure.

My question, basically, is should I just get a cheap, entry level springer to get started and see where it leads me or do I just go for it with a PCP and commit to a few more £££? I'm genuinely torn, I have no clue what to do?

I've heard good things about both the Lyra and NP but does anyone have/tried both? Any pros and cons to either?

I’d tip toe back in with a springer as that’s what you remember enjoying (no reason you wouldn’t love it all over again) and then see where it takes you.?!
Get a reasonable gun and you won’t have any issues moving it on if you go for a pcp at a later date.
Are there any ranges local where you can go,as this leads to meeting,chatting and also having a go of other peoples guns to give you guidance (tease you !!)
Start saving up,it will get you !!!!!!!!

 

[FezzyP]

A regulator sets the pressure limit used by the rifle for firing, separate from whats in the bottle or cylinder. It ensures that the same amount of pressure is used for every shot, making it much more consistent shot to shot, it will also increase your shot count, sometimes by quite a lot.

That's why I liked the idea of the NP02 with the massive amount of air on board so I'll have to do some more research i think