Hi

I'm a beginner and I know nothing, at least not much except that I fancy having a go at target shooting with an air rifle. My garden is fairly large with fields behind so I reckon I will be okay shooting there. I have no issues with my archery in the garden.

Anyway, I can't find a club in my area - I live near Sunderland - so I have no-one to really ask for advice.

I had intended to get a new rifle but I have been offered a Weihrauch HW77K .177 with walnut stock which seems to be in excellent condition. However, its a 1984 model so its over thirty years old. It comes with scope, strap, bag and a few tins of pellets. The guy wants £300. My problem is that I just don't know if firstly it would be an okay gun for me, and secondly whether or not the price is fair - it seems a lot compared to new kit. Obviously there is also the issue of whether or not the rifle is mechanically sound. For the price that the gun is being offered for I am more tempted to pay extra and get something new.

Any advice appreciated - like I say, I know practically nothing.....

Cheers.......

Microbus