HW98 or 99

[NeilnrLincoln]

Is the HW98 that much better than a 99? It costs almost twice as much, is it worth the money?
I've got a 99 which I use on open sights & it shoots very smoothly & accurately. I would like another springer to use with a scope, I don't think I want the weight of a 77/97 or TX200.
I like the idea of a 98 but would the money be better spent on another 99 & a good fettle? Or even an HW57, although the marmite reviews put me off these a little.
Thanks.

[Shed tuner]

if you don't want the weight of the TX, you defo don't want a stupidly front heavy 98 with that drainpipe on the front...

Walnut stocked TX200 HC is suprisingly light and well balanced..

[NeilnrLincoln]

Now you mention it, I had a few shots a year or so ago with someones TX200hc & I don't remember it being ridiculously heavy, extremely accurate too.

[rabbitwrecker]

Two very different rifles, Neil. If you like the 99s, go for another...

[NeilnrLincoln]

I love the 99s, my problem is I always think I might like something else even more!
My 30s & 99s are my favorite rifles, that's why I'm wondering if a 57 might be a good buy? It's basically an underlever version of the 99 right?

[Rincewind666]

I love the 99s, my problem is I always think I might like something else even more!
My 30s & 99s are my favorite rifles, that's why I'm wondering if a 57 might be a good buy? It's basically an underlever version of the 99 right?

Tbh id try the HW80 mate. As stated above the 98 is a heavy bugger and not much difference to a 99 sort from price. The 57 gets alot of bad press but I can't comment as I've never fired one