thoughts on HW95k NEW MODEL against OLD MODEL

[TonyL]

I do have a newer version of the 95 but haven't used it extensively as yet. I have one of the very earliest versions in .177 which I love to bits and which is one of my most favourite rifles. I cannot imagine any reason why the later ones should be any less enjoyable or effective. I find them accurate and easy to use and would say to go right ahead. After a period of usage and getting to know the rifle inside-out, be led by your experiences and wants as to which tuning route (if any) to take. Take the time to get to know how this excellent springer wants to be handled and you will be rewarded by reliable and enjoyable long service.

[tinbum]

I have an early Mk1 full length in .22 and it's fabulous! I prefer the longer barrel and muzzle weight, but the modern screwcut ones have plenty of benefits too.

It's the second from bottom here:

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[Desmond.22]

I have an early Mk1 full length in .22 and it's fabulous! I prefer the longer barrel and muzzle weight, but the modern screwcut ones have plenty of benefits too.

It's the second from bottom here:

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Nice collection

[davymole]

Nice collection

its a pleaure to see a fine collection,hope they get used, Having not had a chance till now to crono the hw95 found it more than a little low at 9.65ft/lbs with superdomes which is a little disappointing but first chance will strip and see what we can do to raise it a little.Have a mk2 HW 80k and that's only running 10.90ft/lbs but is as sweet as a nut.You do not need to be running 11.99ft/lbs with every rifle its to easy to creep up un noticed

[TonyL]

.177 or .22? Either way, before stripping and maybe upping the power, I'd be tempted to try some JSB (or JSB derivatives) through it first, as Superdomes rarely give the most power. A little more bedding-in time may also yield some more power.

[TonyL]

Having not had a chance till now to crono the hw95 found it more than a little low at 9.65ft/lbs with superdomes which is a little disappointing but first chance will strip and see what we can do to raise it a little.

.177 or .22? Either way, before stripping and maybe upping the power, I'd be tempted to try some JSB (or JSB derivatives) through it first, as Superdomes rarely give the most power. A little more bedding-in time may also yield some more power.

Just to qualify yesterday's reply a little as I was on my phone on my break at work......95s, if running standard stroke, and if there's nothing wrong, will easily make "full UK legal power" (plus a little), even in .177. As advised above, please firstly try the JSB pellets, especially the RS and Express variants, prior to undertaking any work to up the power. Likely culprits if it were down on power still........it has been short-stroked (maybe doubtful at this age - do you know its history?), the breech seal may be leaking, the factory may have fitted a spring that was too enthusiastically shortened for the UK or the piston seal is very tight and an extended period of running-in may have the desired effect.

Hope this helps.

[davymole]

will see how it progresses as it was only 12 weeks old when I bought it,trying a change of pellets, like I said not looking for full max power but a rifle that shoots decent groups and not harsh in used just like my 80 but that's a completely different rifle than the 95.thanks to all who have replied

[tinbum]

its a pleaure to see a fine collection,hope they get used, Having not had a chance till now to crono the hw95 found it more than a little low at 9.65ft/lbs with superdomes which is a little disappointing but first chance will strip and see what we can do to raise it a little.Have a mk2 HW 80k and that's only running 10.90ft/lbs but is as sweet as a nut.You need to be running 11.99ft/lbs with every rifle its to easy to creep up un noticed

Virtually daily, guess what I've been doing this evening?

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[Shed tuner]

Nice collection

Nice rifles, but that's not a collection

[TonyL]

Looks like a nice venue for a "Euro-Bash" one day.