Choices. Which one?

[John doe]

I've been offered a rather nice slr98 in 22, I have never owned on before, or handled one but they look beautiful, aren't available anymore, so will hold there value? And maybe increase in value? As the years go by.. The last three are pure speculation
Are these rifles worth a look? How easy are they to get spares for?

The next rifle is a beautiful prosport, which I have owned previously and really enjoy its balance and quality looks

The Slr98 is like a thorn in my side, I know what the prosport is all about, but tempted to go for the slr98 for something different and the fact that it will hold its value alot better as they are far and few between.

The rifle will be used for shooting pigeon, rabbit squirrel and rat

The other benefit the slr98 has is its multishot so would be good on a cold u winter nights ratting.

Any idea's which would you purchase and way? Any help appreciated

[rabbitwrecker]

Hi John.

SLR versus ProSport - I'll take the Theoben every time. Awesome rifles...

RW_

[TonyL]

I have no personal experience of either of these fine rifles, other than a few shots with a Prosport.

But, taking into account many of your very good points for ownership, rarity, likelihood to increase in value, multishot (especially for ratting), I think you really have to go for the SLR, otherwise you'll be forever kicking yourself.

With the PS being in current production and more plentiful, you could more easily scratch that particular itch at a later point as and when budget allows.


P.S. And a very warm welcome to the forum.

[Arthur John Smithsplease]

I've had two Theoben gasrams, and would never buy another.

They are beautiful guns but mine regularly lost pressure.

[rabbitwrecker]

Never had a problem with any of mine...

[Trumpetier]

I've had two rammers in 25 years shooting air guns, there won't be a third. Horrible things.