Hello all:
I am looking for recommendations for upgrading my grandson (9) from the Beeman R7 to a pcp rifle. He had trouble with the cocking and LOP on the R7. Weight was iffy but I think that was more because of LOP and how it balanced for him. These factors have me considering bullpups (and he thinks they are cool). I have looked at a used diana skyhawk (no longer avail and cannot find current stock), Walther Reign 2 (also cannot find stocked) and Benjamin akela. In general Compact, Lighter the better, Regulated if possible, .177 or .22, accuracy to 50 yards, and in 500ish price range.
So with that.. I come to you much more experienced souls to see what recommendations I am overlooking. I appreciate your input.
I am looking for recommendations for upgrading my grandson (9) from the Beeman R7 to a pcp rifle. He had trouble with the cocking and LOP on the R7. Weight was iffy but I think that was more because of LOP and how it balanced for him. These factors have me considering bullpups (and he thinks they are cool). I have looked at a used diana skyhawk (no longer avail and cannot find current stock), Walther Reign 2 (also cannot find stocked) and Benjamin akela. In general Compact, Lighter the better, Regulated if possible, .177 or .22, accuracy to 50 yards, and in 500ish price range.
So with that.. I come to you much more experienced souls to see what recommendations I am overlooking. I appreciate your input.