HW50 Original version dates

[Mach 1.5]

Any idea when the old HW50 with screw in end block ceased production? I'm guessing mid 90's? Mach 1.5

[CapitalBee]

Paul, Pete Evans had one for sale recently, dated 1992.

[Mach 1.5]

Interesting. So I'm guessing 93/95 May have been the last of the screw in block ones? Mach 1.5

[evert]

The blue book claims the Beeman R8 was made until 1997.
It is basically the same gun with a different stock, so it might be a clue, but I really dont trust info in the blue book that well.

[Mach 1.5]

Just picked one up dated 1993. Why do these old ones shot nicer than the modern version? Mach 1.5

[TonyL]

Just picked up dated 1993. Why do these old ones shot nicer than the modern version? Mach 1.5

Do you mean as compared to the recent 50/99, Paul? Those newer rifles are 26mm bore, the earlier ones 25mm. Can't remember if strokes and piston weights are in Bruce's thread in the Useful Section?

[deejayuu]

Just picked one up dated 1993. Why do these old ones shot nicer than the modern version? Mach 1.5

Different internal specs. may help. the 50 is 25 mmm bore can't remember stroke but good for sub 12 if memory serves. The 55 similar with less stroke so rated more for target I guess. Got a 55 in bits at the mo'. Oops! just seen TonyL post.

[wil95k]

Paul, Pete Evans had one for sale recently, dated 1992.

Yes,bought by me

[TonyL]

Paul, Pete Evans had one for sale recently, dated 1992.

Yes,bought by me

Is that the one he's been featuring in AGW?