Hi Harvey,

As you may have seen from some previous threads, I'm a recent convert to early Co2 pistols starting with a Crosman 600. I also have a nice Crosman 150 and recently bought the equivalent Benjamin 262 model for comparison. In my opinion, the Crosman is the better pistol due to its superior sights and generally neater appearance. I normally favour old spring powered pistols and am usually happy if I can hold the black aiming area of the NSRA 10 metre precision target one hand, unsupported. I can't always achieve this with the springers, but find it a good deal easier with the 150, probably due to the lack of recoil. They are nice pistols to shoot, but as you rightly say, ear defenders are recommended. I have found RWS Hobby (11.9 grns) pellets perform the best and have recorded 5.4 ft/lbs through the chronograph.

Regards

Brian