Wow, what an amazing collection of springers!!! The crazy part is that this is just your Weihrauch lineup! I really love how elegant these guns look. The HW35E, with the latch to break the barrel, is so cool. I’m quickly finding out that I really like little quirky things like that. I’m not really experienced in this area, so maybe it’s more common than I know, but I enjoy little details like that. Thank you for showing us this great collection!
It's those little quirky things that get me too, my friend. The 35e is a classic. That latch system is as smooth as silk. Just a wonderful rifle by any measure.
Thanks very much. You're absolutely correct. There's no remorse when you buy a Weihrauch. Please forgive me as I don't know who's flag that is but I'm curious as the where my viewers are from. Happy new year my friend.
@@razor1962I know because my son has just come back from a school trip (we are in the UK). It's the same place as where the guns originate from - Germany. Germany is well known for its excellence in engineering, so it's no surprise these guns are good.
Just found your channel and subscribed. I also have a few Weihrauch’s here in the UK and am limited to 12 ftlbs. I totally agree about the HW30, an absolute joy to shoot. My second favourite, of my spring powered guns, is the HW57 with the pop-up breach. Very much enjoying your reviews. Cheers. Alan.
I have a 97, 98 and a Walther LGV and it’s difficult to choose a favourite. Oh my, can Germans make great guns? Hell yeah. Each one is brilliant in their own way.
Of course, your point is well taken. The German airguns are top quality. However, don't overlook the wonderful guns that came out of England at the peak of the reign of the springer. So many fine guns from makers like BSA and Webley. Then, there were the smaller custom shops and craftsmen who all but perfected the piston powered rifle. I love my German guns, but I've got a few British guns that I'd never part with. Thanks so much for watching, my friend.
How would you compare the 97 to the 98? That's the one I'm eyeing as the jack of all trades - great target shooter from what I heard, not too heavy to use as a hunting rifle, looking cool as hell, a bit more practical to load compared to a side-lever, and its stock adjustability is a nice plus.
@@DreamyWoIfIn my opinion the HW98 is every bit as capable as the HW97K. The only appreciable difference may come down to possible limits in your scope selection due to the HW98's break barrel action limiting the scope length, but there are a lot more scope choices available these days with much shorter formats. 😉👍 All this being said, as time goes by you may find that break barrel formats are just a lot easier, or simply more fun to shoot with age. Same goes for the difference in loading .22 ammo compared to .177... 🤷🏼♂️ Big Old Fumble Fingers do not take kindly to .177 pellets ! 😠 Bottom line is that the easier, more enjoyable, and "Less Aggravating" your shooting sessions are, the More Trigger Time you'll actually Put In, and THAT is going to make the Biggest difference in your accuracy ultimately, whether you're a competitive or non- competitive shooter ! 😃👍 But if you're Not a competitive shooter, Why make it any harder on yourself ??? 🤷🏼♂️ Just Have Fun... 😌 Also remember shorter scopes with closer and less complex optical arrangements just don't suffer as much parallax error. It might "Not" be You missing that shot ? 🤔 It just might be your scope ! 😳
@@marcmyers1465 Wow, I didn't expect such a thorough answer, thank you very much! So far I've had an old German fixed barrel with a diopter - a basic one, around 570 fps (170 m/s, not sure which system you use), accurate as hell but also heavy and impractical for hunting purposes - and I have a 20-year old 1000 fps (312 m/s) break barrel with bad accuracy, bought for me by my father when he didn't know better. I definitely prefer the simpler way of the break barrel, plus the fixed ones are usually heavier. Indeed, the only dilemma I have is the caliber choice. So far it's been .177 only and I do prefer the flatter trajectory. I also don't hunt anything larger than a pigeon, so I'm in no need for a larger caliber when it comes to that. However, what I'm more concerned with is the accuracy during windy conditions; naturally it's pointless to shoot during such time, but you never know when a couple of gusts can screw up your shot. Still, what I read online is inconclusive - people have come to different conclusions when testing, and one such test from a company which owns an indoor shooting range produced this at 35 yards: Air Arms Field Diablo 8.44 grain in .177 drifted more than the same pellet in .22 16 grain, but then a Crossman premier in .22 14.3 grain drifted more than the Air Arms one in .177. HW98 .177 at full power (thankfully now legal to buy in my country) produces near 950 fps (290 m/s) with lighter pellets, and 750 (230) with the .22 pellets, 14.7 ft.lbs (20 Joules) of energy. Perhaps I'm just nitpicking and it doesn't matter much at the end (except the higher price for the .22 pellets), but still, it's an expensive purchase. I'm still relatively young at 31 years, so the smaller .177 wouldn't bother me when loading, and if I'm not mistaken, you can buy a .22 barrel too for this rifle. The scope choice atm is the Weihrauch's 3x9x40 with Parallax adjustment, and the mount will be their "dampa" (probably a rebranded Sportsmatch one), made specifically for strong springers.
The "Thing" about Weihrauchs... Is They Always Work, They Always Work Well, and They Look Damn Good Doing It ! 😉👍 Easy to maintain, Easy to work on, and a Huge aftermarket supply of Parts and Improvements to choose from. Combine all of this with an extensive documented history and resources, that makes them the PERFECT AIRGUN at an extremely Fair market Value !!! Your basic recipe for success. 😉👍 #Weihrauch God Bless Herman Weihrauch... 😀
I have an HW50S that showed up from AoA as somewhat of a unicorn. It has the "stainless look" barrel and compression tube - but instead of the black stock it has the standard stock. Over time the looks of that grew on me enough that I replaced the standard stock with one of the last Jim Maccari stocks available for the HW50. It has a Williams FP-AG rear sight and the standard Weihrauch front globe. it's light, accurate, and a damn good looking gun if I say so myself.
Now that sounds like a beautiful rifle. I'd love to see some photos. If you're ever bored and want something to do, send 'em to pelletsandpistons@gmail.com Thanks for watching and happy new year.
Hello Kevin. Thank you for presenting your neat incense collection to us. I own the hw 50,30,45 and my absolutely favorite rifle is the hw 35 E. In Germany we are only allowed to shoot 7.5 joule weapons. I think at full power it's even more fun to shoot at long range. In any case, you can see that you love and take great care of your incense guns. Compliments and best regards from germania
Hi Chrisch, I completely understand your enthusiasm for the HW35E. I share much of it myself. If I were limited to 7.5 joules or 5.5lf lbs, I'd be able to claim my favorite as the HW30. The 35E has so much to love however. From the walnut stock to the white line spacers and the classy grip cap, fitted with quality sling mounts and the bank vault latch it's the among the best of the best. Thanks so much for watching my friend.
I absolutely agree with you. The hw 35e looks extraordinarily beautiful with the walnut stock and is very well balanced in the hand. In my opinion, it has something of a hunting design that I like very much. Yes, I like the hw 30 a lot too, but it's a bit too small for me when I'm honest. But it is still a very, very precise and easy to handle rifle. I hope and look forward to more videos from you. Take care on you rifle buddy 😊
Nice Collection. Thanks for Sharing. I have HW30 .177 (Sweet, light Accurate, fun to shoot, yes: my go too rifle), HW57 .22 (Beautiful gun, can't hit the side of a barn at 10 yards, well thats exaggeration, but I have not found the right pellet yet). HW 97 .177 (Very nice, accurate but I can shoot the HW30 better), got my eye on HW 90 next. Have yet to see you test one of these.
Hi Ray. Thanks so much for watching. The Weihrauch guns are fantastic. You're right about the 90. From what I've read, the 90 isn't for me. Some friends have told me that the only way to buy a 90 is to invest in the pump as well so that the gas ram can be fine tuned. I'm not sure that I want to get into that, at least not now. Thanks so much for watching my friend.
These are wonderfull video's - I have an HW97K in .22 and its superb - Unfrortunaly I live in the UK and we have a strict sub 12Lb 16 Joule rule (unless you have a Fire Arms Certificate which is less easier to obtain than winning $10,000,000 on the lottery in the UK) but never the less great for target - its good to see though what power these can go to.
Thanks so much. I'm aware of the power restrictions in the UK. Although it is unfortunate, it also produces some incredible marksmanship. You guys can shoot! Thanks for watching, my friend.
HI, I enjoy watching your channel, I absolutely love my weihrauch's. I have the 30s, 50s, 35, 95k and 97k (all .177 as here in Spain its targets only, no hunting) all shoot extreemly accurately and are a pleasure to own, I also have the TX200.....Now that gun, I could mount on my wall and stare at all day, what a special rifle that is.
It doesn't get any better than Weihrauch, and they truly are "heirloom" guns that will function for decades with a little bit of care. Thanks for sharing Kevin. 🙂
Great line up. I bought my HW80 over 30 years ago and it is still solid and accurate. Now at 55, max power is not my priority and the HW30, 50, 97 and 98 are my favourites. Recently i got a new Diana 34EMS which was a pleasant surprise and it is at the same level as a HW95 but with a even smoother cocking cycle. Most of my HW's have benefited from a clean up, relube and TbT kit. Happy New Year!
Nice set of Weihrauch's. My HW95 Luxus 22 is getting 16 FPE and that's after fixing the broken spring in it. Before it was getting just under 18 FPE. You are right about the HW30s for hunting, I have taken two squirrel's with mine. Out of your line up, I'm missing the HW50 and HW35. I don't know if I will pursue getting them or not. Economy is pretty crappy and probably not going to get any better. I did get out with the HW80 22 today shooting with open sights. It's even fun in frozen South Dakota, lol. I hope that you had a good Christmas ✝️🙏🎄 and that you have a good New Year 🎉🎊👍🙂.
Love the line-up. Think i will have a look at the ‘baby’ of the pack as a great garden gun. Wish i could get the HW90 over to you from the UK, though when i looked the export options were a little complicated! Will go and speak to my friendly gun shop to see if they have a solution.
Great video, I have had the HW 35 HW 95 two .177 & .22 HW 97k .22 and the HW 45 & HW40 pistol now my go to rifle is the HW99S/HW50 .22 fantastic rifles and build quality Tank strength 💪 Cheers
Hi Kevin, Thank you for another great, interesting, informative video. I enjoyed viewing your Weihraurch line up. What gorgeous fantastic looking kit. I wanted an HW80 since before I could have lifted or cocked one. Although back then it was out of the question, Im blessed now to own the rifle I dreamed of. As you know, I made my own laminated stock for it and had it tuned by a fantastic gunsmith, gentleman in Wales called Lyn Lewington. Hes very well known and respected over here. Its my pride and joy and I love the bare bones of it. I look forward to shooting and handling it. When I pick it up, its like electricity running through my veins. I'm so proud of it, and whoever owns it after me, Id love them to have the satisfaction that I do out of it. God bless you Sir. Best wishes and take care from Ian.
Hi Ian, So glad to hear that you're enjoying the channel. I also lusted after the HW80, but my heart was set on the Beeman Branded R1. The Gowdy designed stock I'm my mind, was simply gorgeous. Like you, I was well into my adulthood before I could justify the purchase, and sadly, the R1 was long out of production. I understand perfectly how there's a bond between a stock maker and his creations. I have a few muzzleloaders that I built, and when I carry one in the whitetail woods, it's surreal. Thanks as always, my friend.
Thanks Peter. I just picked up a .22 cal HW45 myself. Fantastic pistol. I've got a short video featuring it coming in January. Thanks as always my friend and happy new year.
Thank you for this lineup video! I collect and have a good lineup of this brand, both springers and PCP. All models you show are here with me. The HW35 is my favorite! I have serval of them. I also enjoy the little HW30S. Keep up your good work. Greetings from Europe; Norway
@@razor1962 Happy new year! Can't wait to watch more quality videos from your channel in 2023. I will follow your step to purchase my next rifle and tuning it with your video :)
Hi Kevin, just can't beat a Weihrauch, the hw97k is a tack driver, heavy yes, expensive yes, pleasure to shoot absolutely. In the words of Oscar Wilde, " I have the simplest of tastes, I'm always satisfied with the best."
What a great way to start 2023. Weihrauch and Diana have been my first choice since 1960, quality in finish, reliability, accuracy and power all included. Built to be handed down to the next generation. Happy New Year Kevin. Many greetings from Germany.
Thanks so much. The German guns, Weihrauch, Diana & Walther just exude quality. As you say, they can be passed along to the next generation. Happy new year my friend.
Was at the range today shooting my Cz Rimfire, brought my AA TX 200 for the first time, enjoyed shooting it as much or more than my CZ. I have always wanted a R9, considering getting one, or maybe the 97. Not sure which. Probably in .22. The bigger pellets are available at Walmart and are easier for me to handle. I love spring guns, completely self contained unlike PCP’s. I’m leaning towards the 95. Not planning on hunting with it. I’m 54, lifelong shooter.
Impressive lineup, for sure! I liked your presentation, starting with the HW30 and ending with the king of break barrels, the HW80. My favorites, HW35E and the 80, LEGENDS in every way. The 35E has long been the stalwart champ. Scott from Pa.
That’s a very fine collection there! I have a MK1 HW80 that came to me with a full length.22 barrel which was bent so I brought a .20K barrel for it and a Vmach maglaza kit (30mm piston running on delrin bearings) My only other Weihrauch is a HW100KS in .22 which is a fantastic hunting gun. When funds allow I would like to get a 99S (50S in US) and tune it as they are reckoned to be very smooth when tuned. I also have a MK1 Feinwerkbau Sport 127, an old Diana 52 firebird, 2 BSA Scorpion T10 PCP’s and 2 BSA Scorpion pistols. This is a great channel, I’m really enjoying watching your videos Thank you for sharing 👍🏻
I have a HW45 pistol in 177 and a Beeman P1 in 22, a select group gun with factory test target all one hole in the center. Shows the sights are mechanically and point of impact centered. Rare among the best unless bending is done. As a former Nationally recognized Master Gunsmith I am very fond of my Beeman/Weihrauch guns. I own a HW97K as well in 22 and many Diana rifles and pistols. Vintage Benjamin pistols and rifles. I shoot. I find us Shooters have a lot of cheaper guns too because, I always say an accurate gun is hard to pass up whatever brand is on it!
Very enjoyable video and music. I currently own an R7 in .20 cal and have a HW95 Luxus in .22 on order. Have several PCPs and classic pumpers and CO2 guns also, but like u probably enjoy grabbing my accurate R7 the most. We Have to keep the fly population down. U have a stunning collection there.
Everybody knows in the UK that you don't need long barrels like they are selling in the USA. In fact long barrels can actually reduce velocity! I use a HW95 carbine with a silencer, which is below the legal limit in the UK. Mines doing 11.3 ft lbs. It's my go to rifle for shooting Wood Pigeon. It could HAVE BEEN improved with a V-MACH kit which would have included a Maglaza piston, but they don't make them anymore. The only trouble with Weighraughs in the UK is that a lot of them especially, HW80 have too much grease inside them, and some HW80's have angle grinded mainsprings so that they can pass the UK limit of 12 ft lbs. Air Arms have better pistons, but they are heavier all round.
I can see how a 95 in carbine form would be a very handy rifle. You don't see 'em like that over here. A shame too because I'd be very interested in owning one. Thanks for watching my friend.
Have you noticed any barrel droop compensation in these guns and can u do a Springer scope review. I enjoy watching your channel and a great gun collection
Hi Bradley. I haven't noticed any droop in any of my rifles. All of my scopes have plenty of adjustment left over after zeroing indicating that barrel droop if present at all, is minimal. Thanks for watching and happy new year my friend.
check it with the gun in a vice and set a level on the cilinder ,if its level ,check it yhen on the barrel , if a droop occurs , only one thing you can do ,take a file a file the white spots , do litlle a time black them close the barrel ,take the white spots again till the barrel is correct, take the barrel seal out before. if the barrel is in line with the cilinder ,it will shoot better and more accurat because the barrel will swing less
Great video. I thank you for taking the time to introduce the different Weihrauch models. I have the HW50s, HW97K, and HW98. I enjoy all of them, but I would love to come across a HW35E. Take care, and Happy New Year.
The HW35 in .22 is a must if you like to hunt. Enough power, good balance/weight, and the E model has the sling mounts. I,m sure you will love that gun. I got myself a used 35 (no E) from the eighties. I installed original sling mounts, replaced the leather piston seal for modern one, a Vorek kit and new breech seal and it shoot like a dream. Mounted a Leopold M8 fixed 4X scope from the same time period to make everything looks right.....Cheers!
Hi Kevin, I have an HW80 bought new in 88. Never dismantled and still super sweet to use. Just bought a second hand HW77, (2005). Beautiful gun with long barrel and incredibly accurate. Also just bought a second hand 97KT about two years old but like new. Quite twangy so i guess had no use. Keep up the very interesting videos. David.
Happy new year Kevin! Thanks for showing my friend 👍Just great rifles, all of them. There is a HW for everyone. I don't have the 30S and 95 because the heavier weight models fit me better, thats the reason i decided for the 98 instead for the 95. My wife don't like the heavy 97,98 and 80 at all. With two hands and a red face she is just able to cock the 80 with the heavy Vortek spring😅 She loves the HW50 and she is hard te beat shooting the dueling tree. When i've lost again i tell her it's because it takes more time to load the 97 😁; than you should take the 98.... 🤒 Great isn't it!
@@razor1962 It's a two edged sword, Kevin. When my Wife likes a rifle, I'm not gettin it back come hell or high water ! 😕 It's like some unspoken spousal tax on every other gun she let slide... 🤷🏼♂️ And she gets real, REAL pissy if I touch "Her" rifle ! 😳
I own 35 air rifles and have shot for 60 years. I own all the Weihrauch models new and old and are my favorite air rifles. All of my rifles are tuned. My old 150 Feinwerkbau has the first slot on my rack but all the Weihrauchs are right in back of it and shoot better than my two Air Arms. Its funny how closely we agree on comments. My two R7 I also pick up first for fun but I did replace the stocks for a better fit they were a little cramped. Probably the 95 is my best Weihrauch over all but my 77 is also great. I use Krale for my gun purchases to save a great deal.
Sounds like a very interesting collection. What stocks do your R7s have? I really like the HW99/50 which I find is about the perfect size and weight. The 35 and 95 are great rifles, I particularly like the HW30 and HW77.
@@Beesa10 My 30's have Steve Corcoran stocks and all my rifles have been tuned by John Thomas. My FWB150 is the most accurate then my 95 and then my 30's. For just a quick shoot I usually grab a 30, fun guns. My 35 is a little more difficult to shoot but is a classic.
I also like springuers more than PCP although I have an FX Royal 400 for hunting, however as a Field Targuet shooter I like very accurate rifles, I have a TX 200 .177 that I use to compete in the Portuguese championship, and I have for other types of shooting a FWB300, a BSF70, a HW85 .177, an HW55 , two HW50 .177 from 1974/5 that I use for plinking with iron sights and a more recent one from 2019 that is my favorite rifle too .177, which I also use for hunting, it is absolutely accurate due to its very short and fast cycle, it is also light, small, cheap and with enough power to take down rabbits with a headshot at 35/40 yards.
Honestly I'm down to 8 Weihrauchs these days. An R7, an HW35 Export, 2 HW 50M's, an HW55 MM, an HW55 CM, a New HW50S/HW99 .22, and an HW97k. 🤷🏼♂️ I'm trying to thin the herd. 😕 Still considering an HW95 .22 but I have to sell off some FWB's first. 🙄 As you stated... PCP's are for hunting. 🤷🏼♂️
Great lineup of classic springers.I had the R1 in .22 back in the day. Slightly different stock design than the HW80. Hope your knee is healing up and it's feeling better. Have a Happy New Year !!
Great introduction to some of the excellence of the Weihrauch springers. I have two 95k’s in 177 and 22 and both are outstanding and a gun you can carry all day. I also have the hw 97 in blue laminate but bought another stock as I don’t want to damage the laminate when out hunting. And as you say is pellet on pellet but and a dream to shoot but does have a bit of heft but with some trigger sticks when out hunting this can be made much easier. The last one I have is the little 99s which is my grab and shoot rifle for those pesky rats that sometimes decide to take up home under my garden shed. All the break barrels are so easy to cock as is the 97 but younger shooters may find it a tad hard. I love Weihrauch’s the engineering and build quality is top notch and everything is finished to a very high standard and the record trigger is in my view the best out there. These guns looked after properly will last a lifetime and probably get passed down to the next generation.
Great guns. No question at all. Sounds like you've got a nice collection. They'll absolutely last for generations if taken care of. Thanks for watching Jonathan.
We are only allowed over in the UK to have 12 foot pounds max so HW50S it is then or HW99S over here in UK. Thanks for the video and your insight thumbs up and look forward to your next video and thanks.
@Pellets And Pistons Airgun Channel I think they're shorter barrel as well, maybe it's the European market prefer carbines, in Amercia they prefer full length barrels. Here, the HW98 also doesn't have open sights and it has the same action as the HW95 just a different barrel and stock, I think the HW98 is more of a target rifle, HW95 is more of a hunting rifle, at least over here.
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Great vídeo 👍, i have the first 5 guns of your lineup, they all are great airguns. I also prefer and spend most of time shooting with the hw30s 👍. Happy new year🎉
As I pick up airguns, I'll keep featuring them on the channel. If I ever come across a 90 for the right price, I may just buy it regardless of what caliber it is. Although, I'd prefer a .22 myself. Thanks for watching, my friend.
Got a HW35 from the 1970s (according to the serial number) Still works well, very nice trigger. Do think I'm gonna sell it as soon as I can find a Baikal MP513, or trade if possible.
From what I can gather, the Baikal is a very poor substitute for the HW35. No way I'd make that trade if I were you. You'll be hard pressed to do better than the 35.
Lovely rifles I've got the hw80 the hw97 nickel finish and the hw30 all beautiful guns my 97 is match tuned for competition shooting and shoots like a dream the hw in. 22 cal is brilliant for shooting rats packs a punch 👊
hello kevin . i had a 80 k .25 ,tuned it (did a lot then on my guns ) with a heavy sverge silicon shot peened steele spring , parallel cilinder polish needed for the .hard teflon piston seal . inside barrel polish, optimised transferport etc . ,it could do 38 joules 27 ftlbs. with 18 grains rhino friend has it ,now wth pcp i dont see the point.for output hw 30 ,35, 55,80, 90 stil got these
Hey Kevin, I think across the pond you have a bigger difference in models, I'm sure you are aware that in the UK we have a 12 ft pound limit, 6 ft lb for pistol but are you aware that it is a serious offence to own a gun over that as its classed as a firearms and you can get up to a 5 year prison sentence, more if your pistol is over as this is not only classed as a firearm but also an illegal weapon as firearms pistols are banned here, so manufactures air on the safe side and set to around 11.5 ft lb. My 99 (50 to you) is 11.3 to 11.6 depending on pellet weight. I'm happy with this as I don't hunt. Over 1000 feet per second is insane for a springer, does it have a lot of recoil?
Yes Mick. I'm aware of the laws in the UK. Even with those restrictions it's you guys who created the market for these wonderful guns. Here in the states, airguns are considered by many to be for children. In the UK they've become serious adult tools which have been refined to the point that they have their own romanticism. Happy new year my friend.
I'll just clarify Mick's comment, if I may. It's not necessarily an offence to own an air rifle over the 12 ft lb limit, you just need to hold a Firearms Certificate (FAC). Most people here in the UK (myself included) have sub 12 ft lb air rifles as you can just buy them over the counter, rather than applying for a FAC, and they're fine for target shooting / back yard pest control. There are a fair few people with FAC air rifles, but (certainly where I am) most people who go down the FAC route end up buying .22LR, .17HMR or .223 rifles for longer range work. Rumour has it that the 12 ft lb limit came in because BSA in the 1960's couldn't compete with US & German imports making 16 ft lb… Great review as always Kevin, thank you.
@@jacklurcher5813 Just felt it appropriate to point out that obaining an FAC is an awful lot of trouble and expense to take on just for the pleasure of owning a more powerful airgun! My ongoing renewal has cost over £200 including the medical report - and that's cheaper than some. The real problem though is the "reason for possession" Only one real option for FAC Air - pest control. I suspect that the police might not be too fussy about land inspection and approval for airgun only but you would certainly need formal written permission for every location you shoot and would almost certainly be precluded from even test shots in your garden and from most airgun clubs (typically not approved for firearms...) Not a path to tread without commitment! And as a last afterthought, once you register an airgun as a firearm there is no way back. Even if you replace the original internals it will still legally be a firearm, with all the associated obligations.
@@davidpowell5437 Agree completely. It's certainly not worth the bother for a 15 ft lb HW97k to replace my sub 12 ft lb version for example. Once you're into the more powerful PCP guns you're into serious money compared to a decent .22LR or similar. The local gun club does have an indoor 25m small bore range, and access to an outdoor range for the bigger stuff. I'm fairly rural so getting a permission (or buying a bit of suitable scrub land) is do-able, but as you say you need to be committed. I'm happy at present with by back yard range and ratting around the hen huts, but I might move up to a FAC when I retire.
A few years ago I had the cash (rare for me) , was torn between the HW50s or the HW98. Both out of stock, opted for the HW50. I still shoot my brothers 35+ year old Beeman R10 ‘Lazer’ .
I think that you made the right decision with the 50S. It's the perfect all around air rifle. The R10 was a terrific gun. I had one in .20 cal. Years ago. Thanks for watching Ray.
Very nice HW lineup. I’m a springer but myself so I really enjoy your channel. I do have a question. What 2 piece scope mounts are you using on your springers? Thanks and keep up the great content!
Thanks Clinton. So happy to hear that you're enjoying the channel. As far as mounts are concerned, a lot of the guns have cheap, Chinese rings unless they give me trouble and then I go to BKL. They always stay put. Happy new year my friend.
First thing Kevin,Happy New Year and look forward to your Airgun Reviews this year. Have you ever had a weihrauch Hw57 with the unusual loading port? They are very Twangy straight out if the box,so could be a good one for you to Tune? Kind Regards Steve
Thanks Steven. I'll consider a 57. However, I'm concerned about the lifespan of the loading gate. Isn't it made of plastic? Still, it's a Weihrauch so I shouldn't really concern myself. Their standards are high. I doubt that they'd continue to sell the 57 if they had chronic issues. Anyway, Happy new year my friend.
I've gotten this question before. Look at it like this... Why does a car enthusiast buy a brand new sports car and then immediately begin installing performance parts? Basically, it's the same mentality. Thanks for watching, my friend.
Not Kevin obviously, but folks often comment about the scope over the breech on HW97's, and honestly given the large sliding breech, loading simply isn't an issue... 🤷🏼♂️ It only looks occluded but actually loads pretty easily. 😉👍
I don't even notice it. It's a good scope and it does what I want. I have no issues with it being in my way. Thanks as always my friend and happy new year.
If you can swing it without impacting anything and it's your dream rifle, I say go for it. As far as I know, we only get one go around on this ride... Can't go wrong with a Hawke Airmax. Thanks for watching, my friend.
If I had to keep only one it'd be the HW50S. But that's a really hard call. Every one of those rifles has a niche that it fills. They're all my favorites for different applications. Thanks for watching and happy new year.
@@razor1962 Wrong link, you sent me Feinwerkbau. No big, just trying to help. There are nerds like me, that would like that info. I've seen other vids of yours that included that info, and I appreciate that. There's a lot of science to this stuff. And it is very interesting.
