I think I finally have narrowed down my search to these two. I’d appreciate any feedback as to why I should pick one over the other.
Yes I’m sure I want the.177 version lol
Yes I’m sure I want the.177 version lol
N/A Avenger vs Fortitude in 177?
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Hello just a heads up but the Avenger in 177 is best when used with heavier ammos. We had trouble getting ours down low enough use the normal weights. I dont know about the new Avenge X models I think they might be better in that regard. We new have 3 Avengers in 22Cal in my group of friends and all of them are lasers after some tuning and ammo testing.
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I’ve heard the same about the 177 avengers. The avenge x has a transfer port restrictor so it will probably tune down better. I think with the regular avenger you are probably going to need 10.5 gr pellets and heavier. With that said in my opinion the avenger is a MUCH better platform than the fortitude. I’m pretty sure the fortitude is basically a regulated Maximus. I owned a Maximus and hated everything about that cheap pos gun.
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Do they even still make the fortitude ? Either way I would stay away from crosman products, nowadays so much better stuff out there
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Yep they are on Gen 2 of the fortitude. We have a marauder in 22 that I love so that’s why I was leaning fortitude. Really wish I could find a 177 P-Rod
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Here is another option. Killer deal on a Gamo Coyote. They have both the 177 and 22 on sale right now for $290, cheaper than an Urban.
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Coyote Whisper Fusion PCP .177 caliber rifle - GAMO
The COYOTE Whisper Fusion has a multi-shot mechanism, actioned by the classic bolt system, which acts on a removable magazine with capacity for 10 pellets
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Here is another option. Killer deal on a Gamo Coyote. They have both the 177 and 22 on sale right now for $290, cheaper than an Urban.
Coyote Whisper Fusion PCP .177 caliber rifle - GAMO
The COYOTE Whisper Fusion has a multi-shot mechanism, actioned by the classic bolt system, which acts on a removable magazine with capacity for 10 pellets
Man that's a sweet deal . Now I will be thinking about it all day. Dam it !
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Crossman Fortitude ore Air Venturi 复仇者?
If it were me, I know what my choice between the two would be.
If it were me, I know what my choice between the two would be.
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The Gamo Coyote in .22 sold out already. The .177s are almost gone . Excellent all steel, made in the UK by bsa. Smoking deal .
I bet the .177 is a ripper.
I bet the .177 is a ripper.
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I hope they sell out fast . If I didn't have the .22 Urban I would be all over one . My inner voice is saying " you can't lose money on that deal , and you don't have one in. 177, it has a wood stock " .
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Well I am my own worst enemy. I couldnt resist. Gamo sent me another promo code for looking at the Coyote too many times and got another 15% off the sale price. Had to pay ~$18 for shipping but was easily worth the cheaper price. After tax $287 shipped for a new Coyote. If you guys never hear from me again, the wife got me lol. 
OP you might want to take some time to research the Coyote before you make a final decision. There are only a couple left at that price and you prolly wont see them this low again. FYI the promo code they sent me was ADDSGAM1524
OP you might want to take some time to research the Coyote before you make a final decision. There are only a couple left at that price and you prolly wont see them this low again. FYI the promo code they sent me was ADDSGAM1524
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Well I am my own worst enemy. I couldnt resist. Gamo sent me another promo code for looking at the Coyote too many times and got another 15% off the sale price. Had to pay ~$18 for shipping but was easily worth the cheaper price. After tax $287 shipped for a new Coyote. If you guys never hear from me again, the wife got me lol.
OP you might want to take some time to research the Coyote before you make a final decision. There are only a couple left at that price and you prolly wont see them this low again. FYI the promo code they sent me was ADDSGAM1524
That's the deal of the year. Congrats. So did you get a .177 ? Looking forward to your review . I will be kicking myself later on for not jumping on that deal .
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I have a Umerex Origin, same as the Avenger but no reg . It is mostly plastic . Even the side lever . Imo , The Gamo Coyote or Urbans are in a different league as far as build quality . The mag doesn't like slugs but it shoots CHPS with accuracy and decent power. Squirrels hate them .
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Thanks, yeah I want to try a 177. I have a 22Cal Coyote and Urban already and always felt the platform would be best in a 177. I will likely swap the wood stock for the Urban stock as I think that is better for the type of shooting I do.
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Yeah go for the Chinese Fortitude thinking it's actually American,...the Avenger runs circles around the fortitude but go for the inferior Crosman if that makes you feel good.
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Those Gamos by BSA shoot nice. I have a couple of BSA guns, and for accuracy, they’re tough to beat.
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I was under the impression that the Fortitue was made at Crosmans manufacturig facility in New York, but may be wrong about that.
The Avenger however is Chinese made.
I actualy, I don't own or have any desire to own either one. I have much better rifles than either of them.
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I've not experienced an Avenger but Crosman REALLY missed the boat with the Fortitude...
My main complaints about the Discovery and Maximus was the two screw breech block mounting. The four screw mounting on the Fortitude made scope mounting a better option... a smaller, lighter Mrod... I would have expected them to FLY off the shelves if it had an Mrod trigger and tuning features in a reasonable wood stock. Picture light hunter at 12 to 30 ft lb with nice trigger.
Instead we got a Discovery with better breech block but much more expensive...
Bob
My main complaints about the Discovery and Maximus was the two screw breech block mounting. The four screw mounting on the Fortitude made scope mounting a better option... a smaller, lighter Mrod... I would have expected them to FLY off the shelves if it had an Mrod trigger and tuning features in a reasonable wood stock. Picture light hunter at 12 to 30 ft lb with nice trigger.
Instead we got a Discovery with better breech block but much more expensive...
Bob
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I think I’m leaning fortitude. I really want a P-Rod in .177. Is there a way to cut down the fortitude to make it more P-Rod sized?
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