To PCP or Not PCP…. That is the question
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I have both, pcp when I want easy shots at 50+ yards, and a springer to humble myself and remind me of the foundations of good marksmanship.
And of course, fun. It's also much cheaper to shoot a single shot springer, 500 .177 pellets last a lot longer.
And of course, fun. It's also much cheaper to shoot a single shot springer, 500 .177 pellets last a lot longer.
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I vote for a PCP. This one in particular. And get him a pump to fill it.
Ted tells why --
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Ted tells why --
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With the little YT logo over his face, I first thought it was Rick Grimes from the walking dead!
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Would you say it’s a love/hate relationship or just too much of a good thing making it bad so to speak?The more I get into PCPs the more I long for simple multi pumps
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Just too many potential problems. All easy to repair but it’s still work when time isn’t available
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It kind of sounds like PCP is the heroin of the Air powered shooting world from all the input to say the least. That is exactly my philosophy: “Buy once, Cry once.” It has served me very well with few exceptions and I hope to avoid this same mistakes again. I pulled the trigger on a compressor and now I’m just waiting for it to arrive.
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Ah yes, the purpose. That’s the worst thing about getting old…. What were we talking about? Oh yeah, it’s going to see use as a back yard pester and light field and target work. I have some very persistent pigeons and starlings that don’t seem to fear death.
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I had springers, pumps and co2 for most of my life and instantly desired a PCP when I discovered them. For me it was always a matter of budget. I didn't want to get started until I could afford the full kit... a decent rifle, scope, tank, compressor to fill the tank, fittings, targets, a chrono, ammo... and a piece of property big enough to use them.
It was expensive. It was also worth it.
It was expensive. It was also worth it.
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I’ve been eyeing the AA TX200 in its various configurations. I can’t really see jumping in at a cheaper price point considering the value/cost curve (so to speak)… definitely a buy once cry once purchase.
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Start with a springer, always ready to go IMHO without that dependency on tanks, pumps, or electricity. My family loves 'em ... Diana 34's (iron front and rear sights ... not the plastic cr@p), HW30s, HW97K - HWs rock. AA TXs are great but only so much money to go around in my case & kids bang them around. Those springers are more accurate than what you might think when complemented with a good set of young or good eyes!
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I was just looking at the 97k’s and wow, So good looking. Then I saw this:
Weihrauch HW97KT .22 Special Edition with Red Laminate
and I think I see my next bucket list item but damn it’s almost too pretty to touch…. Almost.Upvote 0
I've had great luck with the older models from the 90's. Have several and would not hesitate go pick another up if in nice shape. Now, I have not had anything recent from Diana right before that switch to the EMS. Every EMS I tried has been a POS, I had to see if it was common or not ... 3 strikes out sort of deal. Disclaimer >> YMMV
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Everything is so expensive, least in my bubble. I really appreciate the used market and overall, AN forum members and classifieds have treated me with some nice recommendations, finds, and experiences. AoA, couple of my springers have come from their pre-owned and new inventory.
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