Whiscombe

[joffy]

I have bought two air rifles from Perkin Guns, an Air Arms XM100 (Mk1) in .22 and a limited edition XM100 carbine (Mk2) in .177, the Mk1 had quick fill and moderator (originally optional extras for this model in 1990) and the carbine had stainless lever bolt and Olympic trigger optional upgrades.

Prices were not excessive for these and condition was very good / excellent respectively, they gave courteous service and prompt shipping to my local RFD.

I would be willing to use then again if they have something that interests me.

good for you but I wouldn't

[Beagle]

Met John Whiscombe a couple of times, very nice guy and happy to talk about his work. It was always going to be too expensive for mainstream production but if you’re really into collecting one would be a fine addition. Rather like the low\no recoil sliding action spring rifles very heavy and rendered obsolete by pcp’s which can be made for a fraction of the cost.

[Mach 1.5]

Early rifles used venom springs funny enough. John and Dave Pope got on well back in the day. Amazing rifles with a stunning build quality but heavy. Mach 1.5