'New ASG 715 6" revolvers...'

[mrto]

Actually,I do "get" the cold thing.As you stated yourself your 4" barrelled Python is returning the same fps at the 2 degrees C you say it was when you chrono'd both guns yesterday.

I would expect to see the extra 2" of barrel of the 715 return higher fps figures at the same temperatures.In the youtube vid at Crawley Surplus Store when the chap there states the chrono figures for the bb version he remarked that it was a "bit under" at 350fps, the pellet version he stated with AA 8.4 grains was achieving between 330 and 350 fps,(he doesn't state temperature in the shop) which is in the region of 30fps slower than the Crosman 357 I used to have for example with the same weight pellets or the 6" Umarex eight shot revolving 'semi auto' pistols,there are others too that shoot faster.

There of course is no real industry power standard for these Co2 pistols other than the practical limitations of the design.As a potential buyer I am just stating what I prefer to see from one.

ATB.

[Wedwivwage]

I think it's a lovely looking pistol whtever the fps. The grey pellet version is my next aquisition.

[mrto]

Typically,these guns perform better in the bb version,unfortunately that doesn't appear to be the case with this pistol.If it had been returning stated figures on the Surplus Store vid of around 400fps or more that is the version I would have gone for.Of course the pistol demonstrated may not be typical of all of them,so I'll just wait and see what other reviewers findings are.

I agree,it's a lovely looking pistol hence my interest and concerns...

[blooregard]

Typically,these guns perform better in the bb version,unfortunately that doesn't appear to be the case with this pistol.If it had been returning stated figures on the Surplus Store vid of around 400fps or more that is the version I would have gone for.Of course the pistol demonstrated may not be typical of all of them,so I'll just wait and see what other reviewers findings are.

I agree,it's a lovely looking pistol hence my interest and concerns...

Define "perform better".

Why are you so hung up on velocity, does it make that much difference to you ?

[gingernut]

It did very well in my view and slightly exceeded the claimed fps in double action.
Obviously it will do better in warmer weather.

I thought I preferred the Python but side by side the 715 has taken a big step forward for this type of gun.

Also the Python shells fall apart which is a bit odd!

[mrto]

Define "perform better".

Why are you so hung up on velocity, does it make that much difference to you ?

I am not "hung up on velocity",but I do want a pistol for my money that will perform at least as well as other models.If a gun fails to do that I will purchase another.

As I have said,for me the jury is still out.

Have you bought a 715,by the way and do you like it?

[blooregard]

I am not "hung up on velocity",but I do want a pistol for my money that will perform at least as well as other models.If a gun fails to do that I will purchase another.

As I have said,for me the jury is still out.

Have you bought a 715,by the way and do you like it?

Yes, I have one. It is very nice indeed. It seems to perform well for me, I wouldn't worry at all about velocity, it is more than adequate for a CO2 pistol..

[mrto]

Yes, I have one. It is very nice indeed. It seems to perform well for me, I wouldn't worry at all about velocity, it is more than adequate for a CO2 pistol..

If it is a capable tin can basher I will probably get one, eventually.I'm glad you're happy with yours......

[gingernut]

i dont think you can get great fps from a modern replica co2 pistol?
Compared to older classic models they are wimps.

When you build a replica you have to make it look real.
No such constraints when you design your own pistol.

I have a couple of Challenger Plainsman pistols that prove the point.

As does the Schimel which I grant you looks a bit like a Luger.

The S&W 78G and 79G are however closely modelled on their target pistol and were made by S&W.
So close as you can get to a good power replica.

Spring pistols are also a good choice for power but not easy to shoot.