After much deliberation I have finally decided that although in perfect world, a pcp would be my preferred option for consistent aiming, accuracy, quietness, multishot etc, and cost isnt a barrier, a springer will make life much simpler for me.
As ex-military, I recognise that I will have to adapt my shooting style, that the springer action cannot be effectively silenced, and I will have to reload/cock after every shot. I do like the idea of GRT because I understand it has a smoother action, easier to hold and shoot consistently, and is quieter that its spring alternative
I have looked at reviews for the BSA Lightning XL SE - GRT and the Gamo Whisper GRT as possibles but have found it difficult to make effective comparisons. Neither quoted ft lbs although I am not sure what difference 1 ft lb would make over relatively short distances. The BSA is the more expensive but I am not clear as to if that makes it a better gun. Gamo put together a package including scope and bag but I would likely want a better parallax free scope rather than the one fitted. I can afford to spend a bit because any purchase will be cheaper than a pcp package.
I would welcome the views of owners or users. Please feel free to correct any misconceptions that I may have, Finally, as I am unlikely to be hunting small game beyond 35 yards, I would interested in your views regarding preference for 177/22 at feather and fur prey.
Thank you
As ex-military, I recognise that I will have to adapt my shooting style, that the springer action cannot be effectively silenced, and I will have to reload/cock after every shot. I do like the idea of GRT because I understand it has a smoother action, easier to hold and shoot consistently, and is quieter that its spring alternative
I have looked at reviews for the BSA Lightning XL SE - GRT and the Gamo Whisper GRT as possibles but have found it difficult to make effective comparisons. Neither quoted ft lbs although I am not sure what difference 1 ft lb would make over relatively short distances. The BSA is the more expensive but I am not clear as to if that makes it a better gun. Gamo put together a package including scope and bag but I would likely want a better parallax free scope rather than the one fitted. I can afford to spend a bit because any purchase will be cheaper than a pcp package.
I would welcome the views of owners or users. Please feel free to correct any misconceptions that I may have, Finally, as I am unlikely to be hunting small game beyond 35 yards, I would interested in your views regarding preference for 177/22 at feather and fur prey.
Thank you
Many thanks for your helpful reply.
I did look at other brands but Gamo and BSA sub 12 ft lbs GRT seem to be all that is available in. UK
I take on board your comment about build quality. I did have an Airsporter back in the day. My final choice is going to be Lightning XL SE GRT v Lightning SE GRT although I am not sure what the USP for either is.
Thanks again;
I did look at other brands but Gamo and BSA sub 12 ft lbs GRT seem to be all that is available in. UK
I take on board your comment about build quality. I did have an Airsporter back in the day. My final choice is going to be Lightning XL SE GRT v Lightning SE GRT although I am not sure what the USP for either is.
Thanks again;
Greetings, Dee
Given that you've already gone through the gamut and reduced your choices to Gamo or BSA, I'll forego the usual list of preferred makes and models. I don't own a break barrel BSA, let alone a Lightning XL SE - GRT. So, I can only speak to the quality and accuracy of BSA in general - which is very good! The BSA line are famous in the Field Target and Hunter Field Target game. Let that speak for itself.
I have owned several Gamo break barrels. As you've already noted, the Gamo line is less expensive and this is a reflection of overall build quality. Inside of 35 yards they are accurate enough to do a bit of pesting. But, I wouldn't take them to any competitions.
The one caveat I'd mention regarding Gamo is that I had some trouble with their 10x Gen2 design and would recommend a Gen1 rifle instead. They have started releasing the Gen3 models and I'm waiting for the Bone Collector to become available so that I can try it.
As for your question of caliber, definitely .22 will serve you better versus "feather and fur prey".
~ Mondo
Given that you've already gone through the gamut and reduced your choices to Gamo or BSA, I'll forego the usual list of preferred makes and models. I don't own a break barrel BSA, let alone a Lightning XL SE - GRT. So, I can only speak to the quality and accuracy of BSA in general - which is very good! The BSA line are famous in the Field Target and Hunter Field Target game. Let that speak for itself.
I have owned several Gamo break barrels. As you've already noted, the Gamo line is less expensive and this is a reflection of overall build quality. Inside of 35 yards they are accurate enough to do a bit of pesting. But, I wouldn't take them to any competitions.
The one caveat I'd mention regarding Gamo is that I had some trouble with their 10x Gen2 design and would recommend a Gen1 rifle instead. They have started releasing the Gen3 models and I'm waiting for the Bone Collector to become available so that I can try it.
As for your question of caliber, definitely .22 will serve you better versus "feather and fur prey".
~ Mondo
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