Air Rifle Scope question?

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I'm thinking to buy an Air Arms TX 200 .22 or .177 cal air rifle. It will mostly be used for pest control...rats, squirrels, rabbits, pigeons, starlings, etc. with shots rarely exceeding 50 yds. It is a spring loaded rifle which has to be considered for scope choice. What scope would you recommend? I attached the link to the gun if looking at it would help with your recommendation. Thanks for your help.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/Air-Arms-T...257484?hash=item3645801b4c:g:5M4AAOSwg9Jbdnt0
 
There is an “air guns” forum here, if you get general answers here they may not work on a springer.

The question above is as good a place to start as any, though.

If you are willing to spend that kind of money I’d look into PCP’s. I have multi pump, springers and PCP’s that I use so it’s not a biased opinion just a “for the job” one.
 
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I had set a limit of $1,000 for the rifle and scope. but that's flexible, give or take a few bucks. The rifle will cost $700 unless I find a refurb for a bit less, which means about $300 for the scope. This will be my 2nd pellet rifle . I have a break-barrel model .177, so this is a step up. I've killed lots of pesky rabbits and squirrels with it in my landscape garden along with numerous starlings and other pest birds. But, I've missed some easy shots and hope to correct that. Think I would like to try a .22 cal.
 
troy fairweather said:
long shot here but what about the swfa ss there fixed power, they make a 6 10 12 16 and 20 power. they are about the toughest scope out there and 100% reliable turret tracking.
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Don't figure on shooting much beyond 50 yds, so don't need much magnification, but a fixed 6X is an intriguing option....I might just do that. Thanks for the tip.
 
Jeb Stuart said:
Go to Straight Shooters.com. The TX 200 is a mild shooter, but still you want a good scope to handle the unique recoil.A "airgun Rated" scope. My favorite for Springers is the Clearidge. Really nice glass, light weight. Can handle the recoil.

http://www.straightshooters.com/heavy-recoil-scopes.html
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Clear ridge would be my recommendation also, even tho I've never used one. After emailing back and forth with them, and talking to other folks, I'm looking for an excuse for one.

The supersnipers would also be good choices. Personally I tend to run 9x+ scopes on my airguns, just because "usually" they are accurate enough to use the extra magnification.
 
BigBL87 said:
This is what I have on my Crosman Vantage springer. Not the clearest glass by any stretch but it does what it needs to.

https://www.amazon.com/Winchester-Daisy-Outdoor-Products-Scope/dp/B002QB02EK

I've also read good things about this Hawke (they make an illuminated reticle version for a little more):

https://www.amazon.com/Hawke-Sport-Optics-Vantage-Riflescope/dp/B00WN2669C

I find 2-7 to be a pretty good range for what I use an air rifle for. Any more than 7 just seems excessive.
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I have the older Sport line, of the same scope sitting on my work bench. I just got it in trade, and am considering what gun to put it on. Ive played with it some, and its a pretty decent scope, especially for what it cost. The newer Vantage is supposed to be a better optic, but I havent used that particular version yet.
 
Do not buy a centerfire or rimfire scope unless actually rated for air rifle. I have Winchester air rifle scopes on a couple of springers. I agree with checking with Pyramid other air rifle sellers. I like Flying Dragon. I don't remember what brand he sells but I have one and it is a good scope.
 
Make sure you buy from a seller with a 30 day return policy and the scope is covered by warranty. Both of my springers have busted one scope each.

The same applies to springer rifles.
 
readyeddy said:
Make sure you buy from a seller with a 30 day return policy and the scope is covered by warranty. Both of my springers have busted one scope each.

The same applies to springer rifles.
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WOW!! That's bad luck. I have an RWS springer and it has been just fine as has the scope. I've shot it for 3-4 years and only occasionally needed to tweak the scope a bit. Just recently had my curiosity stimulated by the Air Arms TX200, which seems highly regarded. I researched PCPs some and am now in limbo between springers and PCPs. I'm leaning toward the springer to avoid the nuisance of recharging the pressurized variety. But, for now I have to pay for a home repair and landscaping bill. Gotta sneak some dough out of the budget and get that pellet rifle!
 
Some folks think centerfire or rimfire scopes work on springers. They don't.
 
Actually, it was my Hatsan 135 that broke two scopes. First was the Hawke and the second was a Leupold Rimfire EFR. Both are springer rated. I put a second Hawke on it and it's still going after about 400 shots. But I'm fully expecting the second Hawke to break one of these days, hopefully later rather than sooner.
 
Amazon replaced the Hawke, and Leupold repaired their scope.

But since the Leupold broke in less than ten shots, I decided to not risk it again.
 
readyeddy said:
Actually, it was my Hatsan 135 that broke two scopes. First was the Hawke and the second was a Leupold Rimfire EFR. Both are springer rated. I put a second Hawke on it and it's still going after about 400 shots. But I'm fully expecting the second Hawke to break one of these days, hopefully later rather than sooner.
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How do you like that 135?
 
It’s actually a good gun, but it’s heavy. About 10 pounds and it’s large. Maybe 8 inches longer than my Optimus. Cocking effort is around 60 pounds.
 
If your not set on the TX 200 you might want to look at the ATI Nova Vista Freedom. They come in 177 and 22 cal. They are a PCP with a built in hand pump. You can pump them up to 3600 psi, Buds seems to have the best price on them, last time I checked $324 for the 22 and $273 for the 177, or if you don't mind tinkering ATI (American Tactical Imports) sells parts guns for $108 shipped. You have to call 800-290-0065 ext 3 to see if they have any in stock and do the transaction over the phone. It seems the parts guns are returns from customers due to not holding pressure or being able to pump them up. Instead of repairing them and selling as a refurb ATI is selling them as parts guns with no warranty. From what I've seen on other forums you just have to replace some O-rings and lube them up with silicon oil. Like I said if you don't mind tinkering at $108 it leaves you a lot of wiggle room for a scope:). The parts guns are usually missing the magazine, single shot tray, fill probe and all of the other accessories that come with a new gun. Buds has the best price I've seen on Gauntlet magazines, ($7) which work great on the Freedom. I bought three of the parts guns, two would pump up but loose pressure the third wouldn't pump up. I haven't had time to tear into them yet.
 
I'm attracted to the TX 200 for several reasons: It is reputed to be very accurate, excellent trigger, only 29 lbs cocking weight, not a break-barrel, and high quality throughout. Tinkering is not what I'm good at, so don't care for guns that may need adjustments and tinkering. I'm good at hunting and shooting. My budget will allow the purchase price, which is a tad steep, but if the quality is there I'll take the leap. Thank you guys for the helpful dialogue. Of course, I have my eye on several other guns so who knows which will get the first nod.
 
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