Air rifles are popular for sport shooting, small game hunting and entertainment. The right choice of your first rifle will determine comfort and success in shooting.
Types of Air Rifles
Spring-piston:
Simple design
Reliability
No additional equipment required
Affordable price
Gas-piston:
Smooth trigger pull
Less recoil
Stable power
Higher price than spring-piston
CO2 rifles:
Ease of use
Multi-shot capability
Temperature dependence
Constant costs for CO2 cartridges
PCP (Pre-Charged Pneumatic):
High power
Accuracy
Require pump or compressor
High cost
Selection Criteria
Caliber:
4.5 mm - most common, for target shooting
5.5 mm - for small game hunting
6.35 mm - for larger game hunting
Power: Choose according to your goals. For target shooting, 7.5 J is enough, for hunting - from 25 J.
Weight and Ergonomics: The rifle should fit comfortably in your hands and match your physique.
Manufacturer: Pay attention to proven brands: Hatsan, Gamo, Crosman, Diana.
Tips for Beginners
Start with a spring-piston rifle in 4.5 mm caliber
Pay attention to learning proper shooting technique
Don't save on optics if you plan to hunt
Perform regular maintenance
An air rifle is a great way to learn the basics of shooting and safe weapon handling.
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