Author Topic: HW30S or Fully Tuned XS12 (Read 5718 times))

Jd10ac · « **on:** August 17, 2014, 02:02:14 PM »

Hello everyone, I am currently having a little trouble deciding on a new air rifle to plink with. I currently have a Gas Ram XS46u from Mike but find that shooting it is a workout due to the cocking effort and just weight of the rifle. I am thinking of getting a HW30S or a Tuned XS12 from Mike. With PA's current Coupon I can pick up the HW30s for under 300 but it is out of stock until the 30th. I can get the XS12 for about $100 less, is the Rekord worth the extra cash?

Jd10ac · « **Reply #1 on:** August 17, 2014, 02:04:50 PM »

I should add that I had an Air Arms TX200 that I really liked but I just didn't like the overall weight of the rifle. I loved the low cocking effort, quality, and accuracy I was able to get with the rifle.

Booger · « **Reply #2 on:** August 17, 2014, 02:08:59 PM »

Since I bought the R11, all I can suggest is Weihrauch even over the TX200 which I love.

JimL911 · « **Reply #3 on:** August 17, 2014, 02:13:23 PM »

YES! You won't regret getting the 30S.

Jd10ac · « **Reply #4 on:** August 17, 2014, 02:22:23 PM »

Thanks for the replies, I figured the quality difference would be worth it. How are the iron sights on the HW30s? I want to try and keep from scoping it as long as possible so I can teach my wife and daughters to shoot irons.

Not The Brightest Bulb · « **Reply #5 on:** August 17, 2014, 04:10:48 PM »

Well I have both and there is no comparison, Weihrauch 30s for sure.

JimL911 · « **Reply #6 on:** August 17, 2014, 04:16:42 PM »

The sights are very good. Put a Williams sight on and you will have a fantastic light gun.

Calmark · « **Reply #7 on:** August 17, 2014, 04:18:54 PM »

I've shot both rifles. I'd go for the HW30 for sure, even though it costs more. For me, the Rekord trigger makes enough difference to make the ease of shooting make me instantly forget the extra money spent.

Jd10ac · « **Reply #8 on:** August 17, 2014, 06:08:11 PM »

Thanks again everyone. I have been reading tons of reviews and haven't really found a negative one on the Weihrauch. I went ahead and put my order in to take advantage of the $50 off coupon, it says they should be in stock on the 30Th so I'm hoping that I will be shooting it in a couple of weeks. I almost jumped on the R7 instead since it's in stock but I really want the iron sights.

Jd10ac · « **Reply #9 on:** August 17, 2014, 06:09:50 PM »

Jiml911, which williams sight are you speaking of? Is it a peep sight?

Jd10ac · « **Reply #10 on:** August 17, 2014, 06:11:18 PM »

I also ordered the cocking lever insert that way I can get it installed and avoid any issues.

RatRacer · « **Reply #11 on:** August 17, 2014, 06:13:17 PM »

You'll love it. I thoroughly enjoy mine, and is all out fun. Where in FL do you hale?

Jd10ac · « **Reply #12 on:** August 17, 2014, 06:21:33 PM »

Daytona Beach.

RatRacer · « **Reply #13 on:** August 17, 2014, 06:43:49 PM »

Quote from: Jd10ac on August 17, 2014, 06:21:33 PM

Daytona Beach.

What's the guest accommodations like? I'll load up the 30, and my waterwings, for a "practical" experience trial session.

Jd10ac · « **Reply #14 on:** August 17, 2014, 06:50:36 PM »

Haha, the guest accommodations are slim sadly but i'm sure we could set you up. It would be nice to have a fellow air rifle enthusiast around. I have a lot of friends who are into powder burners but the second I bring out an air rifle that cost over $200 they talk about how a good .22lr would be more practical.

Not The Brightest Bulb · « **Reply #15 on:** August 17, 2014, 07:30:42 PM »

Good choice, enjoy.

JimL911 · « **Reply #16 on:** August 17, 2014, 08:26:02 PM »

This is the sight. http://www.airgunsofarizona.com/WilliamsGunSights.html

Jd10ac · « **Reply #17 on:** August 17, 2014, 08:28:49 PM »

Jim, thanks for the link. I think that may be the way to go instead of scoping the rifle. I like the challenge of the iron sights.

Brazos · « **Reply #18 on:** August 17, 2014, 09:31:35 PM »

I got an HW30S from PA back in January. When I ordered mine the website said they were out of stock and it would be 2-3 weeks but I had it 2-3 days later. So who know. The sights are excellent. The rifle is excellent. Buy some JSB RS 7.33 grain pellets when you order the rifle. If yours turn out like mine it will shoot the lights out with that pellet.

Jd10ac · « **Reply #19 on:** August 17, 2014, 09:35:50 PM »

Brazos, thanks for the recommendation on the pellets. I think I have some of those laying around from when I was trying to find a pellet the TX200 liked.

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