Rifle recommendation for Silhouette shooting?

[cedestech]

Didn't see this section before I posted this question in the general section this morning...

I shoot small bore silhouette and cowboy silhouette. I have a IZH-60 (old steel breach) that I rebuilt and it shoots fantastic but
doesn't quite have the umph to make the rams accurately.

I am looking for a gun for air rifle silhouette but know nothing about them. So... here are my criteria and maybe ya'll can
point me in a direction. Listed from most to least important...

Be accurate out to 50 yards (obviously).
Weight, I know it's opposite of the norm but I actually shoot a LIGHTER rifle better then heavy.
Price, I'd like to stay under $200, new or used untill I have a better handle on wether I like this game.
Springer.
Side or bottom cock, haven't shot a break barrel but don't like the idea or the fact that it looks like they all droop.
Made anywere but China if I can help it.

Any suggestions?

[mantis99]

You'll have a very difficult time getting a non-china based gun in that price range, especially if it is not break barrel.  Only some break barrels droop.  i have a Bam B-26, and it is very accurate with no droop in the barrel.  It is a china made gun though.

[Bullit]

You could keep you eye on Airgun Depot's website, as they have .177 RWS Diana 48 refurbs for sale all the time in your price range.  I've bought 2 different from them, and I wouldn't complain a bit.  If, down the road you want to, they can be easily "de-tuned" for lower power and smoother shooting...since you don't need all the power.
Also in your range, would be an older used Gamo CFX.  Very accurate and pleasant shooter.  Good for FT starter.  Add a GRT trigger, and you're good for FT against the higher priced springers. And down the road, if you like it, you can make things even better, with a little lube tune and newer piston seal and breech Orings.  All parts can be had for well under $100.00...and you can do it yourself.  You'll meet folks there who will help you out, and that's the beauty of the sport.  You meet good people, and you'll learn while having fun!

Here's a link to the refurbished rifles AGD is offering now. Check back regularly tho, (daily), as these listings change fast.
http://www.airgundepot.com/airguns-remanufactured.html#top

Here's just 1 link to the success of the GAMO CFX in FT.
 Do a Google search of "Gamo CFX national field target", and a LOT more links will come up for you to read:
http://www.network54.com/Forum/79537/message/1161561346/Gamo+CFX+is+a+viable+Field+Target+Rifle.+California+State+Results

ENJOY your new endeavor, and Best of Luck to YOU!