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Old 10th Jun 2007, 10:14   #2 (permalink)
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Default Re: Daystate X2 Sport .20

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Originally Posted by Davie82 View Post
Hi everyone,

Just wondered what everyone thinks of the above rifle. I decided only a few days ago to get myself a .22 PCP, and when I was settled on Daystate's X2 Sport I went to my local shop to see if they had any in (with no intention to buy, of course). They have it alright, but it's a .20 -- an air rifle caliber that until yesterday I had never heard of. I'm pretty keen just to go for it, but I have until tomorrow before I make my decision final: get the .20, or wait three months for a .22 to be ordered.

So will anyone disuade me? Or does anyone envy me?

I want a rifle that has a good balance of range and power, so does that mean a .20 is a good choice?

I've never owned a PCP before; my last rifle was an Air Arms Pro Sport .177, which I liked very much. I wish I hadn't sold it, but hey, we all make mistakes.

Thanks in advance for all your input!

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Firstly, Hi & Welcome to AGU

Um.. I'm not really the best person to give advice as I'm currently in a bit of a quandary myself. Potted history. I shot the loopy .22 for the best part of 30 yrs. Changed to girly .177 and loved the flat trajectory and speed of the shot. Then some bloke called Les on here suggested .20. So I've given that a go. Basically it's the perfect hunting calibre As far as I'm concerned, fast flat and hits like a flying brick. I like it So much so that I'm going to be selling everything else.

Might I suggest you get along to a local airgun club and seek some opinions and have a go with the various calibres. Most clubs have a wide and varied assortment of shooters and guns, and most will be more than willing to impart their experiences and let you have a go.

As far as Daystates go. I personally can't fault mine for reliability and ease of use. If anything I could do with a slightly longer stock. But that's the same with most of my guns. I ain't a small fella.

Hope this is of some help to you

Martin
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