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  1. 31-07-2007, 08:35 AM #1
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    A*i*r*17

    Hi.

    Here's a little review of my AIR 17. It's an airgun from the mid 80's. I wanted to get one when I was younger. I got it a short while ago off 'R. P. McMurthy'



    First thoughts is it's definetly a kiddies gun, it's light, not too robust but yet not too flimsy.

    Type : Single pump BB/.177 Pellet
    Max velocity : 450fps (BB) ; 400fps (Pellet)
    Capacity : Mag 21 BBs ; Port 195 BBs ; Pellet Clip 4 pellets
    Weight : 3lbs., 1oz., (1.4kg.)
    Length : 36 3/4" (93.4cm)

    COCKING

    To cock the AIR17 you need to hold the carry handle with one hand & with the other grab the fore end & pull down, then bring back to closed position.

    There is a safety button that is situated on the trigger guard.

    LOADING BBs

    Filling the AIR17 with BBs, you need to open the Port & pour in the BBs.



    Once filled pull BB retainer back (button top of stock), turn rifle over & shake. Until the magazine is full, then push BB retainer back forword.

    Once loaded pull back the bolt, which will pick up a BB, then push bolt back forward.



    Now I haven't used the AIR17 with BBs as of yet so I can't comment on it.

    LOADING PELLETs

    The AIR17 comes with a plastic clip that holds 4 pellets



    Simply push pellets into the numbered slots 1,2,3 & 4



    Once done pull back bolt & aline clip with chamber, then push bolt forward.



    The SIGHTs

    They are just rear sight O ring Fully adjustable, front sight is a blade.

    STORAGE COMPARTMENTS

    There are two storage compartments

    One is the Dummy Magazine



    The other is Hollow stock



    BBs / Pellets can be stored in the magazine, screwdrivers or chocolate bars can be stored in the stock.

    My personal view is I like it. I know it's purpose as a low power plinker! It's good fun with the added bit of nostalga.

    On cocking the fore-end seems abit flimsy & the plastic bends in abit. The Clip works o.k just need to make sure it's line up. I would benifit with extra clips through.

    The stated power is 400fps using AA .177 it would make the power at 3ft lbs.

    I done a three shot string. Mine came out at:

    FPS : 345, 347 , 321 : Average of 338

    Ft Lbs : 2.24 , 2.27 , 1.95 : Average of 2.15

    Down on power but it never was really up there.

    I have photo copies of the manual of the AIR17. Anyone who has one or interested I'll gladly do you a set.

    I remembered that Crosman actually do it in PDF (need abode on your computer)


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  2. 31-07-2007, 08:56 AM #2
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    Id love a copy of the manual!! Had mine for years and years. Cant beat it for back garden war plinking.

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  4. 31-07-2007, 10:31 AM #4
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    I had one as a teenager and loved it... dunno why I gave it away, but I'd love another one!
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  5. 31-07-2007, 10:36 AM #5
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    Quote Originally Posted by AD_K View Post
    Id love a copy of the manual!! Had mine for years and years. Cant beat it for back garden war plinking.

    AD K

    Hi even better for you.
    I remembered that Crosman actually do it in PDF (need abode on your computer)


    If you still need photo copies send me a PM.

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  6. 31-07-2007, 10:41 AM #6
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    Quote Originally Posted by humperdingle View Post
    I had one as a teenager and loved it... dunno why I gave it away, but I'd love another one!
    Hi
    A friend of mine is selling one


    I haven't spoken to him for abit, don't think he sold it though

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  7. 31-07-2007, 01:26 PM #7
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    Thanks for the link - But yikes! £70? I'm sure they were only 50 quid when new?

    Tomorrow's collectors item maybe...
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    i think ive got an old copy of airgun world with the original advert from crosman showing the air 17 and the other rifles of the time, if anyone wants a scan let me know and ill email you a copy.
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  9. 31-07-2007, 01:59 PM #9
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    Quote Originally Posted by 123bretland View Post
    i think ive got an old copy of airgun world with the original advert from crosman showing the air 17 and the other rifles of the time, if anyone wants a scan let me know and ill email you a copy.
    paul
    Yes please

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    Quote Originally Posted by humperdingle View Post
    Thanks for the link - But yikes! £70? I'm sure they were only 50 quid when new?

    Tomorrow's collectors item maybe...
    Yep just like my 'Jackals I collect. They started at £49.95 , The most I've paid for one is £160. (but she's worth it )

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  11. 31-07-2007, 02:17 PM #11
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    you have mail paddy!
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    Quote Originally Posted by 123bretland View Post
    you have mail paddy!
    Recieved & thanks

    I remember that one aswell.
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    And...

    ...so begins another obsessive disorder....
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    Quote Originally Posted by sbd View Post
    ...so begins another obsessive disorder....
    I don't know what you mean?

    However I picked a jackal last week. & you'll be the first to know that I'm getting another but very rare one this week!!!
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  15. 01-08-2007, 10:22 AM #15
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    Quote Originally Posted by jim.c View Post
    Yes please Paul.

    Cheers

    Jim
    Hi Jim

    You have E:Mail.

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