This is only my opinion but the old lighting was a fantastic reliable bit of kit and owned one, the feel of my old Spitfire reminds me of my Lighting. The new BSA springer stuff I just don't rate at all but to be fair most new stuff and top brands has suffered and dipped on the quality front (way of the modern world) i would buy a second hand older Springer and there many great light weights, I have a 1990 HW85, no silencer but it's a great all rounder and light to carry
John Darling JD (1946-2004) was my inspiration to be the best i can and enjoy the sport i love. R.I.P
A dedicated HW80 Fanatic and owner since 1986 to present.