Open Rifle discussion
Posted: Wed May 10, 2017 7:44 am
Since things have been slow around here I'll start this one...
What makes for a good Open Rifle?
What caliber? Is .177 the way to go or does a .20 have advantages?
What speed/power? ~800 fps, ~900 fps, more?
Ergonomics? Is a target-rifle style stock preferred, critical, unnecessary?
Lastly, name some good candidates for an Open rifle. Please indicate if the model is available for purchase new, no longer made but still plentiful on the used market, hard to find, etc.
I really like my Anschutz 2002 SSP as my Target rifle so I have kept my eyes out for a 2020 (PCP 12 ft/p version) or a 2025 (16 ft/p version) but they seem to be pretty rare. Unfortunately, upgrading my smallbore rifle is more of a priority for me but I'd like to know what may be a good Open rifle candidate in case one pops up for a good price.
Lets hear it!
What makes for a good Open Rifle?
What caliber? Is .177 the way to go or does a .20 have advantages?
What speed/power? ~800 fps, ~900 fps, more?
Ergonomics? Is a target-rifle style stock preferred, critical, unnecessary?
Lastly, name some good candidates for an Open rifle. Please indicate if the model is available for purchase new, no longer made but still plentiful on the used market, hard to find, etc.
I really like my Anschutz 2002 SSP as my Target rifle so I have kept my eyes out for a 2020 (PCP 12 ft/p version) or a 2025 (16 ft/p version) but they seem to be pretty rare. Unfortunately, upgrading my smallbore rifle is more of a priority for me but I'd like to know what may be a good Open rifle candidate in case one pops up for a good price.
Lets hear it!