Kiwi Airgunners Forum : G’day Folks www.kiwiairgunners.co.nz/ This is an XML content feed of; Kiwi Airgunners Forum : Introductions : G’day Folks Copyright (c) 2006-2012 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Tue, 05 May 2026 20:38:50 +0000 Fri, 07 Feb 2025 18:29:10 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 10.14 360 www.kiwiairgunners.co.nz/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=1148 Kiwi Airgunners Forum www.kiwiairgunners.co.nz/forum_images/logo.jpg www.kiwiairgunners.co.nz/ G’day Folks : Cometa are a good rifle and not... www.kiwiairgunners.co.nz/forum_posts.asp?TID=1148&PID=12001#12001 Author: nunga
Subject: 1148
Posted: 07 Feb 2025 at 6:29pm

Cometa are a good rifle and not as heavy as some. But i am unsure if they are spring powered still or have changed to gas piston now.
]]> Fri, 07 Feb 2025 18:29:10 +0000 www.kiwiairgunners.co.nz/forum_posts.asp?TID=1148&PID=12001#12001 G’day Folks : Hi all,So real life issues have... www.kiwiairgunners.co.nz/forum_posts.asp?TID=1148&PID=12000#12000 Author: Ratherbegliding
Subject: 1148
Posted: 07 Feb 2025 at 5:53pm

Hi all,

So real life issues have meant I haven’t made a purchase yet.

Good news is I’ve been using the time to research online, watching Trademe and even popped in to see Ron at YAC.

So far figured out:
(a) Hw97 is too heavy for what I want
(b) Hw95 would suit better but is beyond my budget 

So now looking for something like a Cometa in 0.177

Will get there……eventually!

Cheers 😁
]]> Fri, 07 Feb 2025 17:53:43 +0000 www.kiwiairgunners.co.nz/forum_posts.asp?TID=1148&PID=12000#12000 G’day Folks : Thanks for the info.I think I... www.kiwiairgunners.co.nz/forum_posts.asp?TID=1148&PID=11773#11773 Author: Ratherbegliding
Subject: 1148
Posted: 28 Dec 2024 at 9:46am

Thanks for the info.

I think I need to try some of these options out for size and weight too.

Planning on a visit to Youngs at some point 👍

Cheers]]> Sat, 28 Dec 2024 09:46:53 +0000 www.kiwiairgunners.co.nz/forum_posts.asp?TID=1148&PID=11773#11773 G’day Folks : Ratherbegliding wrote:The HW95... www.kiwiairgunners.co.nz/forum_posts.asp?TID=1148&PID=11771#11771 Author: J-S
Subject: 1148
Posted: 27 Dec 2024 at 3:14pm

Originally posted by Ratherbegliding Ratherbegliding wrote:

The HW95 looks like the better choice - not sure the HW30S has enough power?

Problem is the 95 is right at my limit and I’d still need a scope etc.

How often do good Weihrauch’s come up second-hand?

I really like this but $$$:


Weihrauch is a good option as they are top end but have the range of models to cater for various needs.
HW95 is a great all rounder - mid power but not overpowered so still smooth. HW80 is a bit of a powerhouse and therefore harder to control. HW97 / 77 underlever are a great option - heavy guns but solid and sturdy. Great target guns and similar power to the hw95..
the HW90 is a cool gun, wouldn’t mind one myself - probably an older theoben one, I’ve heard the modern ones are a little temperamental… gas rams are smooth and give good power, you can get a spring gun to shoot just as smoothly though.

I do know of a HW97kT for sale, but it’s $900ish for the bare rifle. In Auckland.

For Diana you could possibly get a 340 N-tech for $700ish second hand and top it with an airgun scope, I believe Youngs Airguns has one on the wall second hand for $695. Been there a while you may be able to talk him down in price a touch if he can make a package deal for you
]]> Fri, 27 Dec 2024 15:14:53 +0000 www.kiwiairgunners.co.nz/forum_posts.asp?TID=1148&PID=11771#11771 G’day Folks : Thanks for the suggestions gents.Will... www.kiwiairgunners.co.nz/forum_posts.asp?TID=1148&PID=11757#11757 Author: Ratherbegliding
Subject: 1148
Posted: 24 Dec 2024 at 7:17am

Thanks for the suggestions gents.

Will definitely e heading over to YAC after the holidays 👍]]> Tue, 24 Dec 2024 07:17:58 +0000 www.kiwiairgunners.co.nz/forum_posts.asp?TID=1148&PID=11757#11757 G’day Folks : Yeah Ron Young is THE MAN. www.kiwiairgunners.co.nz/forum_posts.asp?TID=1148&PID=11755#11755 Author: JasonEdward
Subject: 1148
Posted: 24 Dec 2024 at 5:55am

Yeah Ron Young is THE MAN.]]> Tue, 24 Dec 2024 05:55:58 +0000 www.kiwiairgunners.co.nz/forum_posts.asp?TID=1148&PID=11755#11755 G’day Folks : Definitely approach Ron Young,... www.kiwiairgunners.co.nz/forum_posts.asp?TID=1148&PID=11754#11754 Author: KiwiTR6
Subject: 1148
Posted: 24 Dec 2024 at 3:58am

Definitely approach Ron Young, I've been dealing with him for a little while now and have purchased several rifles and pistols from him.  He's a fountain of knowledge and couldn't be more helpful, I really can't rate him highly enough.  A real gentleman.

Avoid big stores like Hunting & Fishing, they'll try to stitch you into a Gamo which are pretty much universally regarded by the airgun community to be complete crap (some exceptions of course).
]]> Tue, 24 Dec 2024 03:58:57 +0000 www.kiwiairgunners.co.nz/forum_posts.asp?TID=1148&PID=11754#11754 G’day Folks : You might find a Cometa could... www.kiwiairgunners.co.nz/forum_posts.asp?TID=1148&PID=11753#11753 Author: Pauly5
Subject: 1148
Posted: 24 Dec 2024 at 3:35am

You might find a Cometa could be a good option. You could search expired listings on Trademe 

https://www.trademe.co.nz/a/marketplace/sports/hunting-shooting/air-guns-parts/air-rifles/listing/5061278606?archive=1&bof=JzKahY6B
]]> Tue, 24 Dec 2024 03:35:18 +0000 www.kiwiairgunners.co.nz/forum_posts.asp?TID=1148&PID=11753#11753 G’day Folks : Enjoy looking about and coming... www.kiwiairgunners.co.nz/forum_posts.asp?TID=1148&PID=11752#11752 Author: mercs
Subject: 1148
Posted: 24 Dec 2024 at 2:08am

Enjoy looking about and coming up with a solution for your needs.
Perfectly adequate budget for a pest control air rifle set.

If you are not walking about then the heavier under-lever rifles could well be of interest.
Check out a new Gamo CFX or CFR with scope at Bronco's Outdoors or Young's Airgun Centre.

Most shops will have trade-ins to move so bargains will come up.

Accuracy will win over power so do not discount the CO2 units for backyard work the Air Chief Rifles at $400 with a $300 scope will clear out all but the mentioned possum.

With a springer, look for lifetime warranty on your scope, ZeroTech are under $500.

Most used rifles remain serviceable with seals and springs readily available from agents or internet.

Good Luck, take us on your journey.


]]> Tue, 24 Dec 2024 02:08:05 +0000 www.kiwiairgunners.co.nz/forum_posts.asp?TID=1148&PID=11752#11752 G’day Folks : Cheers Pete.Thanks for the info.Any... www.kiwiairgunners.co.nz/forum_posts.asp?TID=1148&PID=11750#11750 Author: Ratherbegliding
Subject: 1148
Posted: 23 Dec 2024 at 1:27pm

Cheers Pete.
Thanks for the info.

Any suggestions about a Diana 340N-TEC?
From what I can find online it sounds like it’s been discontinued….]]> Mon, 23 Dec 2024 13:27:43 +0000 www.kiwiairgunners.co.nz/forum_posts.asp?TID=1148&PID=11750#11750