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nunga 
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 Topic: G’day FolksPosted: 07 Feb 2025 at 7:29pm |
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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.
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Ratherbegliding
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Posted: 07 Feb 2025 at 6:53pm |
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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 😁
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Ratherbegliding
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Posted: 28 Dec 2024 at 10:46am |
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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 👍 |
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Posted: 27 Dec 2024 at 4:14pm |
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 |
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Ratherbegliding
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Posted: 24 Dec 2024 at 8:17am |
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Thanks for the suggestions gents.
Will definitely e heading over to YAC after the holidays 👍 |
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JasonEdward
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Posted: 24 Dec 2024 at 6:55am |
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Yeah Ron Young is THE MAN.
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Posted: 24 Dec 2024 at 4:58am |
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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).
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Posted: 24 Dec 2024 at 4:35am |
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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
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Posted: 24 Dec 2024 at 3:08am |
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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. |
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Ratherbegliding
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Posted: 23 Dec 2024 at 2:27pm |
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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…. |
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