billsy

Hi sorry to here your problems. Firstly you should not use a rest such as a tree stump to shoot with a spring powered rifle. The recoil of the rifle will cause the rifle to jump. Secondly I had a lightning xl which had to be sent back to BSA because the barrel had become loose, where the under lever joins the barrel to the action. This has happened to a few people with lightnings. If you hold the stock between your legs try and move the barrel from side to side, if the movemet is excessive this could be your problem. Mine would shoot great groups but then the point of impact would suddenly change! Obviously caused by the barrel moving slightly every now and then. Hope this helps Billsy

As above Nikko Stirling Platinum Nighteater awesome both day and night can't fault in any way.

Fair one about charging! What about that nice loud on/off switch though CLIIICK!!! Her I am bunnies

I had a logun which comes with a seperate battery and pack. Battery was the same size as a modern motorcycle battery. The leads to the battery and the weight and size of the battery crazed me. before moving into a shooting position 9/10 times I would have to position the battery first. Long charging times and only 2 hours worth of good light. For short range I think a powerful torch (surefire etc) is the best option.

For rabbits and any short range work I would recommend a surefire g2 flashlight which come with a life time warranty. They are very cheap on ebay from the u.s. You could buy the torch, mount, pressure switch and 12 batteries for under your budget. They are also very light and can mount on scope or silencer/barrel with no need to carry a large aukward battery pack. Shooting sub f.a.c you don't need to light the world up, so the surefire is ideal as it has a tight powerful focused beam out to 35m. Only downside is the cost and duration of the batteries but spend a little more on an l.e.d version and you will struggle to find a simpilar better lamping outfit.

Nothing bigger than a pigeon with an air rifle what about a rabbit???

Well finaly got some cash together to purchase the new scope. Didn't have enough spare cash for the mamba at £115 so went for the nikko platinum night eater for £73. First impressions are good, the scope is well put together and everything has a smooth posotive movement. Clarity is awesome at all magnifications (1.5-6) and the german 4a illuminated cross hair recticule seems ideal for hunting. Lenses are fully coated and not just tinted like other scopes i've had. All in all it seems great value for money and one of only a few scopes that I could find with the specs I wanted (30mm, low magnification, illuminated and with good light gathering qualities) without spending a fortune. I will be zeroing it in the morning and lamping with it tommorrow night if the wife lets me! I'll let you know how it performs asap Thanks again for your advice when I was trying to decide which scope to get

There are a few dvd's floating round on ebay that have some good guides. Think one is called total airgun hunting and another was total pest control that I got. There are a few to choose from and they are all cheap as chips, I paid a couple of quid each.

Hi mate lamp will fit any rifle as it mounts on your scope unfortunately it is now listed on ebay as I had no interest. Ebay listing number is 320219254230 and it's currently at £47. Sorry for the late reply Cheers Billsy

I use a .22 hw for mainly rabbits but I think it is down to personal preference. The .22 .177 question will go on forever! I had to sell two rifles and a scope to buy mine as the wifey would not let me spend the money!

Another vote for the Weihrauch HW100! Great rifle well within your budget but for a grand you have alot of rifles to choose from.

wow thats some hardcore testing right there! Don't fancy doing it with my hw100 do you? Cheers for the results though very interesting

I believe your correct. As the 177 has to travel at a higher velocity to achieve close to 12 pound it takes more air than 22. I could be wrong though!

Glad your happy with it don't think you can go wrong with the hw100. Happy hunting.

Hi guys have for sale a logun gun lamp and filter pack. The lamp is un-boxed but in very good condition and comes with orig bag, cables, mounts as when new. Only used for about 4 months. Cost £75 new will sell for £60 inc p+p. http://www.airgunbuyer.com/Showproducts.as...0Lamping%20Kits Link should show the lamps details. Thanks for looking.