Somehow I missed that vid. Thanks for posting. I can think of one or two other threads where that needs to be posted.
I have one also, best value, did you get the GRT-III aftermarket trigger?I've taken 4 squirrels in my back yard this season with my Gamo Shadow 1000. Head shots @ 35-40 yards.
In my younger days I spent a lot of time with a bunch of different air rifles and pistols. I attest my great marksman skills today to the time I spent with the air guns. So yes I would have to agree they are great training tools.
On the other hand would not recommend one to anyone. I can accomplish the same thing with a .22 and not have to pump the darn thing or break the barrel in half. There are several choices in quiet safe ammo for the .22 that can work in an urban setting. Aquilla Calibri for example. For what the air guns cost a decent .22 can be had. Also think a quality .17 cal rifle with subsonic ammo suppressed would be awesome.
All in all a firearm in .22 or .17 has a lot more versatility and capability unless a person was on a super low budget and only looking at backyard fun.
You may compare airgun prices to 22lr rifle prices but can you compare the ammo price, selection, and availiability?
I am looking for a quiet gun that I can use in my neighborhood for pest control. Can anyone give me some options? Not looking to spend a fortune. I just want to reduce some of the wildlife numbers in my yard.
But I don't want my neighbors to know if possible.
I have one also, best value, did you get the GRT-III aftermarket trigger?
Here's one option.
http://www.pyramydair.com/s/m/Benjamin_Marauder_Air_Rifle/1774
Here's one of the so called "toys"
http://www.pyramydair.com/s/m/Evanix_Rainstorm_II_PCP_Air_Rifle/2750/6883
You forgot Bacon and Rhino.
I'm sorry I'm a noob, I just figured out the concepts of "bacon and rhino" and will be sure and include those into my next poll should I decide to make another one. Lol
Well not so fast. For a while we were into cheeseburgers. Realizing that as a perennial favorite, I'm not sure you can go wrong with the basic "bacon" option. However it's probably a good idea to consider the INGO seasonal options as well. That said, I think the cheeseburger season has ended.
And Rhino is always in season as well.