Springer Vs Gas Ram

[Vikram]

Amigos,

I have little experience with gas ram air rifles. Those of you who have experience with both, how do you rate them in comparison with each other? Which one would you prefer and why? Appreciate your replies. Thank you.


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Vikram

[fantumfan2003]

Vikram

The only gas ram I have shot with is the Precihole NX100 model.

Despite being anal about springers and a purist one at that I must say that the biggest advantage is the shorter lock time than coil spring springers. It is short to the point of being noticeable.

Of course obvious application from the Indian context is a .177 cal. Match Springer with peep sights.

Ideal for entry level 10mtr air rifle shooting.

A gas ram HW77/97 or TX200 ? Will definitely get my attention.

M.

Amigos,

I have little experience with gas ram air rifles. Those of you who have experience with both, how do you rate them in comparison with each other? Which one would you prefer and why? Appreciate your replies. Thank you.


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Vikram

[brihacharan]

Hi Vikram,
> I recently acquired Precihole Sports ORION 22 cal fitted with a Gas Ram and till date have shot over 500 pellets...
> In my considered opinion Gas Ram fitted ARs offer the following advantages:
1. The cocking is smoother
2. Quicker lock time - hence faster firing cycle
3. Can accommodate heavier pellets with ease (15gr & 19gr)
4. Consistently accurate with both (gives 1/2" groups at 25yds)
5. Minimal vibration
6. Requires minimum maintenance
7. Gas Ram has longer life (upto 10,000 shots) as compared to spring (5000 shots) both approximate...
8. Palpable shooting pleasure

> Although I own 2 Springers - IMHO I would rate a Gas Ram fitted AR a star higher

Rgds
Briha
PS: Since you live abroad & have better access to foreign made ARs, you may go in for either a Theoben NP (Nitro Piston) or a Benjamin NP as both these have received good ratings from the AR Gurus abroad.

[Vikram]

FF and Briha,

Thank you for your replies.

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Vikram

[TC]

Vikram,

I haven't even seen a gas ram air rifle, let alone use one. But from what i gathered from Brihaji's post I can add my observation.

With such minimal vibration / recoil I guess one could use non- AR rated scopes on these rifles. Springers, especially the powerful ones, are very good at ruining scopes.

Cheers. Please let us what toy you bought as your New Year's gift.

TC

[Vikram]

Please let us what toy you bought as your New Year's gift. TC

Thanks,TC. But, I am not trying to buy one for myself.Planning to buy one for a friend of mine.If I do, it will be his first AR. Doing a bit of research.


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Vikram

[TC]

Great,
Vikram from what I have studied Benjamin's nitro piston rifles seem to be doing quite well in this emerging market. I am sure you will find the best one for your friend.

Cheers

TC

[Ganesh TT]

Guys

Can anybody post photos or Videos of Precihole NX Variant Air Rifles

[brihacharan]

Guys
Can anybody post photos or Videos of Precihole NX Variant Air Rifles

Hi Ganesh,

> Here are 3 pics showing the Precihole's NX series ARs.
> The pics show how a Gas Ram looks as compared to a Spring fitting, AR internal with Spring & Gas Ram & Out of box ARs...
Briha

[Ganesh TT]

Thanks man...But any videos of NX Variant. I searched youtube etc. but can't able to found

[brihacharan]

Thanks man...But any videos of NX Variant. I searched youtube etc. but can't able to found

Hi Ganesh,
> The pics I had posted earlier on NX series explains in short what a Gas Ram (Nitro Piston) is all about....
> As of date there are no videos on Gas Ram (NP) ARs at-least their internals - most if available show the AR and footage of they being shot...
> May be Precihole will bring out a video in the future, if they have such plans
> If you need to know how accurate these NP air rifles perform ... please see the attached pic of a test I conducted recently...
Briha

[airgun_novice]

What a shooting Sirji!
Still awaiting the PH pellets in .177 FH...
regs
A.