HW/Weihrauch Weihrauch HW97 K with 0.25 pellets?

[sidpost]

While I would prefer something with fixed sights as opposed to scope only, this Weihrauch HW97 K in 0.25 looks good.

How does it perform in real life? What other ~$650USD non-PCP air rifles in 0.25 should I consider against this one? Or, would I be better off with a 0.22 version with easier to source pellets in an HW 77 or something similar?

I am looking mainly for "pesting" use but, some general plinking at various soda and beer cans is likely too!

TIA,
Sid

 

[Paul Be Careful]

Personally, I would choose the HW80 over the HW97K in .25 caliber. The HW95 is also a great option, and the Cometa 400 Fenix is worth considering as well.

 

[Duckfish]

97 is best in .177 or .20

 

[PEP3]

I watched this review last night and was very impressed with the numbers the .25 was producing.

 

[.20calguy]

I haven't any experience with .22 or .25 for that matter, but I do own an HW97K in .20 cal. It produces the same power as my 20.cal Sheridan pumped to full hunting load. I have killed many pests with the Sheridan, but I don't necessarily concider the 97 to be a good pesting platform.
The 97 is heavy and a bit clumsy requiring extra effort for hunting
My R1 .20 cal was stronger with more range than my Sherdan and was still accurate enough for headshots. The R1 was fairly handy in the woods fitted with a sling, I have made right and left shots with it when necessary.

I think for a larger caliber you need a different platform to maintain velocity, accuracy and comfort.
I look forward to seeing how this turns out for you.

 

[JP806TX]

If it was me. In order of preference for a HW97
if you are not going to shoot competition

1. 0.177, cheaper, easier to source, no need to go higher caliber if pest-ing ...unless your main prey are raccoons or larger preys then get a PCP or crossbow
1.5. 0.20...hmmm (almost forgot this caliber, no comment)
2. 0.22, more expensive, MIGHT be ok for raccoon size pest, depending on power, shot placement, and distance, not ideal for plinking due to cost
3. 0.25 why? LOL...get a PCP (agree with post #5, I've been cloistered in my 0.177 world...maybe some of you can enlightened me on why I need or would want a 0.25 caliber springer)
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Maybe for bench rest? it bucks the wind better?

 

[KWK]

Most “opinions” you get will be from people that never had fun with a .25 springer

 

[BABz58]

Love my Gamo Magnum .25. It hits where I aim and it hits hard . Has some kick and the cocking force is definitely on the heavy side.

 

[Paul Be Careful]

3. 0.25 why? LOL...get a PCP (agree with post #5, I've been cloistered in my 0.177 world...maybe some of you can enlightened me on why I need or would want a 0.25 caliber)

A .25 springer, even within sub-12 limits, can be astonishingly accurate and hits like a freight train.
Back in the day, when my old man was a lad, .25 was the calibre of choice, and the country blokes would pick off quarry at outrageous distances. Sure, the trajectory’s a bit of a rainbow, but nothing a rangefinder and a quick twist of your scope turret can't sort out.
You’d be amazed at just how good a .25 springer can be—and no, you don’t need a mountain of power to make it work.

 

[beerthief]

I watched this review last night and was very impressed with the numbers the .25 was producing.

just watched this , i wonder if they would change the stock of the numbered edition to walnut ? i could most likely buy the red 125 edition then trade stocks with someone OR just buy two rifles and switch stocks and sell one .

 

[PEP3]

just watched this , i wonder if they would change the stock of the numbered edition to walnut ? i could most likely buy the red 125 edition then trade stocks with someone OR just buy two rifles and switch stocks and sell one .

The 125 edition is hot but that walnut looks amazing. And have to pay up for it too.

 

[KWK]

Stingray and Tomahawk

Both .25 Webleys