is there a pistol that rivals the hw45 in power,acuracy and build qaulity

[Adam77K]

although powerful, it's not as powerful as some like to think,

I think HW must have tuned down the later pistols, as the earlier ones all seem to make good power, but the hand cannon reputation still remains. Mine that I got off here a few years ago, came without the tru-glo sights and without any fettling from me does near 600fps with RWS Gecos all day long. The one I got new in 1986 although I sadly no longer have it, had a fair bit of poke too, but chronos weren't as common back then.

[Adam77K]

Nick,

Interesting your comment on the HW45 trigger, just by way of a different viewpoint, I have an HW45 that was given to me as a Christmas present in 1986 by my late father.

I have worked with the available adjustments on the trigger of this pistol and the result is a very precise, crisp, light two stage trigger that to be honest equalled the trigger release on the FWB 65/80 pistols that I have also owned (considerably better than the trigger on an Atomic I had as well).

The other thing, despite seeing an awful lot of shots since I got it, it still knocks out a 14.5 gr pellet at around 410fps.

Very interesting that yours equalled the FWB pistols. My HW45's trigger is reasonably light, has a genuine two stage action and the let off is pretty crisp, but it's not as good as the HW75 I have, and nowhere near as crisp as the FWB65 I have. The trigger on my FWB is damn close to that of my LP10 which although not the later ball bearing model, is the best trigger I've ever used on a pistol.

[magicniner]

Nick,

Interesting your comment on the HW45 trigger, just by way of a different viewpoint, I have an HW45 that was given to me as a Christmas present in 1986 by my late father.

I have worked with the available adjustments on the trigger of this pistol and the result is a very precise, crisp, light two stage trigger that to be honest equalled the trigger release on the FWB 65/80 pistols that I have also owned (considerably better than the trigger on an Atomic I had as well).

The other thing, despite seeing an awful lot of shots since I got it, it still knocks out a 14.5 gr pellet at around 410fps.

Mine is set at about 3 1/2 lbs, I know I could lighten it considerably buit It's proven remarkably good for keeping me ready for shooting 1911s when I visit abroad
ATB,
Nick

[mickson]

well as in the title my brother has a hw45 and id like something different to him but id like something that rivals the hw45 in power (dont want to be shooting a target for a hour then the hw45 comes and blowes it to pieces ) and in accuracy and build qaulity but of similar price (200-300) probably asking alot

would this be

on par at all

http://www.drapers-airguns.co.uk/ind...9l90n3omj79q07

cheers t-m

B S A Magnum 240 was indeed a fine pistol & a possible contender...mike...

[Aardys]

my vote is also for the sheridan pistol , but it goes off like a cannon
otherwise i woulda kept mine, , must rank as one of the loudest air pistols ever i would think , great gun though will prolly only last a lifetime or three
i think a silencer spoils it a tad , so i gave it up .

[Ian]

my vote is also for the sheridan pistol , but it goes off like a cannon
otherwise i woulda kept mine, , must rank as one of the loudest air pistols ever i would think , great gun though will prolly only last a lifetime or three
i think a silencer spoils it a tad , so i gave it up .

And if I recall correctly I bought it off you!

Only to sell it a while later after fitting custom grips and a red dot. Silly of me.

Now have another two!

[air-tech]

B S A Magnum 240 was indeed a fine pistol & a possible contender...mike...

Disagree. The "magnum" moniker is truly misleading and the grip design is absolutely awful, must have been designed by a crab for a crab, not a human being.

Trigger not a patch on the HW45s either which as pointed out above, when adjusted properly offer seriously impressive performance.

I think the OP did well to buy what he did. If not an HW45 and one does not mind the fact that the running costs are not zero, a CO2 pistol from the likes of Crosman and co offer poke and accuracy and so many opportunities for customisation.

[Aardys]

And if I recall correctly I bought it off you!

Only to sell it a while later after fitting custom grips and a red dot. Silly of me.

Now have another two!

hahah yes i sorta wish i had of kept it just for club use i spose ,
maybe i will get another one day

[GRAZY]

I like many pistols for many reasons and I think some great ones are getting a mention on this thread. I agree that the bsa 240 has not the best grip but I think it has to be up there for style balance and power.
Just to add some more to the pot how about;Drulov DU-10 condor and FAS 604.

[Aardys]

I like many pistols for many reasons and I think some great ones are getting a mention on
Just to add some more to the pot how about;Drulov DU-10 condor and FAS 604.

yeh great idea , if they didnt jam so much or send two down at a time
i never tried a Fas yet

[magicniner]

yeh great idea , if they didnt jam so much or send two down at a time
i never tried a Fas yet

My DU-10s only spit two when getting low on gas, they've never jammed

[mickson]

Disagree. The "magnum" moniker is truly misleading and the grip design is absolutely awful, must have been designed by a crab for a crab, not a human being.

Trigger not a patch on the HW45s either which as pointed out above, when adjusted properly offer seriously impressive performance.

I think the OP did well to buy what he did. If not an HW45 and one does not mind the fact that the running costs are not zero, a CO2 pistol from the likes of Crosman and co offer poke and accuracy and so many opportunities for customisation.

Each to their own i still prefer the Magnum, for me consistent & the grips were fine, i also agree with nick re the du10 a good consistent pistol with no problems, although i prefer the Zastava 45 clone despite its small grip...mike...

[original45]

well as in the title my brother has a hw45 and id like something different to him but id like something that rivals the hw45 in power (dont want to be shooting a target for a hour then the hw45 comes and blowes it to pieces ) and in accuracy and build qaulity but of similar price (200-300) probably asking alot

would this be

on par at all

http://www.drapers-airguns.co.uk/ind...9l90n3omj79q07

cheers t-m

the bsa scorpion is fantastic once improved it will impress anyone .especialy in.22.as said again the crosman 1377 classic is outstanding.no recoil.full power ,and what a muzzle crack.again once its sealed better its fabulouse.45s are nice but they arnt the best performers .but the quality is good verry good.my moneys with a scorpion .lots of them lol

[Chance 2011]

HW 45 all the way, the Alecto looks a good pistol but when I held one, very nice feel, lighter than the 45 but plastic don't cut it for me, the lack of recoil makes it feel like a toy, master the 45 and other pistols will pale into insignificance, however this is only my opinion, I tried lots of different pistols but buy the 45, change the grips and you have no need to buy another pistol....

[lightning22]

Another vote here for the Scorpion, mine is running at 5.3 ftlbs in .177 with a POK! spring, delrin guide and a Venom Slimtech moderator. Smooth, powerful and accurate.