Pros & Cons
Pros
My new one is taller, much shorter and is clamped on. It is accurate and hits hard as advertised.
The recoil is there but not enough to detract from shooting it. They shoot a little better that the barracuda match pellets at least in my rifle. The scope of course is not very good, but it does not take away from how ell this gun shoots.
Variables are,pellet weight, dimensions,wind speed etc. It handles heavy pellets very well.
Well made with nice finish. Ruger nameplate means quality unit. The supplied scope is not the best quality but it is just fine for the applicationand the price paid.
Cons
Accuracy with either the scope or iron sites is simply non-existent. Front blade sight also obscures the scope reticle with the included mounts. After not being used for an hour or so, it generally shoots high and right then becomes erratic.
These claim 1200 fps. All my other guns 28 of them get the same or higher fps and they claim 1000 fps. This is also heavy and loud and buzzes from spring slap. It's average just like the yukon.
Highlights
Quality
However , i am pleased with the quality and power.
Learning and making friends with the dynamics of a magnum springer is something i find very satisfying.
It is worthless with the included scope.
The scope it comes with is very cheaply made so if you need a scope i suggest you buy and mount a quality one.
Shipping
Shipping was 5 days late but it shoots great, not a beginner rifle but a great value.
Competitiveness
More heavy than again a regular ruger 22.
Performs like a rws 350 magnum for a lot less $$$.
This is a very high-quality air rifle
14 grain h&n baracuda match pellets shoot rather well.
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Dont think you will be able to quietly dispatch any pests in the neighborhood because its as loud as a
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Do not kill animals with my gun
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The scope mounts do not fit the rail
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I also assumed the scope would be mounted when received
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I spoke to customer service and they are sending out different scope mounts
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Nothing wrong with air rifle again someone stole parts from the first gun and the second finally made it the problem it was a gift and needless to say it didnt make it on time again poor service
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My son took it out of the box took it outside and was hitting pop cans at fifty feet on the first pull