I want to say thanks to those who gave me information on rebuilding my BSA Scorpion pistols. I bought a used 22 caliber and liked it so much I found a 177 to go with it. I have had two Beeman P1 pistols but just never liked the way they shot. I also didn't like the cocking stroke. But, from the first shot, I loved the Scorpion. With the cocking aid, the Scorpion is easy to cock. And, with the forward motion piston, it seems easier to shoot than a P1 (HW45). I may try to make a Buckaneer styled stock for one of my Scorpions.

I also saw in some old literature that BSA had a Paratrooper model. Was it made on a Scorpion or Meteor action? The literature said it had a 12" barrel and was rated at 610 fps. I am guessing that it is a cut down Meteor with a Scorpion trigger group.

My rebuilds went smoothly once I finally removed the circlips. One came of in a few minutes and the other took several hours to remove. I was sure glad to get it off.

Thanks again for the help,

David Enoch