Gamo Recon Air Rifle
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Manufacturer: GamoBrand: Gamo
Release Date: 2009-02-01
Model: 611002554
Color: Black
Product features:
- caliber: 0.177
- velocity: 525.00 ft/sec
- Limited one-year warranty
- Unique Thumbhole Design
Sports reviews of Gamo Recon Air Rifle
Customer Review: Exactly what I wanted for my 10 yr old...
Sport shop rating: 5 Stars
I wanted to purchase an air rifle that my son could use in the backyard and also take to the range when I shoot my rifle and maybe something to have on camping trips and so forth. We looked at Gander Mtn for air rifles but they were [..].
I noticed that Gamo seemed to make some decent entry-level adult rifles, so I thought I check to see if they had something smaller... I found this Recon.
It's a break-action single pump .177 caliber pellet rifle. This one seemed like it would be the perfect size for my son, so I ordered it. When we got it, all we had to do was attach the scope and we were out in the back yard shootin.
After we got the scope dialed in my son was exploding ice cubes with it at 15-20 yds. It'll push flathead pellets straight threw a Pepsi can without moving it. Plenty powerful enough for any kid... and yeah it would easily kill a bird or small animal no problem, so be careful! ...and don't let the kids play with it without an adult present.
This smaller rifle shoots in the 500fps range which is about half the power of a full power adult rifle. It'll put heavy dents in thick soup cans, but will not puncture them with the flathead pellets. The single cock pull strength requirement is adequate for a 10yr old, my son has no problem with cocking, loading, and firing. He's really learning how to handle it responsibly, and doing very well. The single cocking mechanism is preferrable, I think, to a pump-action or CO2 cannisters.
It comes with a scope (although not a real fancy one) that gives an OK reticle. Most people call it crap and say "replace it!" I say for target practice at 10-20yds it's just fine. The only thing that I would say about the scope that is a bit of a pain is that the elevation and windage adjustments are covered by screw on caps (that look like adjustment knobs!) that have to be fully removed to allow access to the real adjustment controls which have to be turned with a screwdriver.
Once it's dialed in it shoots pretty straight... I was able to get 1" groupings with it just aiming with my elbows resting on a table. If you're looking for a toy, this is not it! It should be treated like any other real gun because it is definitely powerful enough to kill. Yes, you could easily kill birds, squirrels, or other small pests with this rifle; but do behave responsibly. It could kill a raccoon, but probably not humanely... I wouldn't try it with this little gun.
Also be aware that you will need to clean this thing after every outing. It does collect a good bit of lead/copper dust and bits in the rifled barrel that will need to be scrubbed outta there to keep it shooting straight. A $25 dollar cleaning kit that can accomodate .17 caliber bores would be good to have.
A cardboard box backed with plywood and filled with empty 16oz. water bottles or gatoraide bottles makes for a great backstop. The flathead pellets find the tough lexan plastic nearly impossible to penetrate at 500FPS.
This is a perfect first rifle for a 10-14 yr old. I'm sure tomorrow we'll be out in the backyard again looking for army men or barbie dolls to shoot at... it's a fun way for a dad to spend an afternoon with his son.
Description of Gamo Recon Air Rifle
The lightweight ergonomic design allows for fast deployment and reloading, with the durability to deliver years of sport shooting. Like all GAMO airguns, the recon is not a toy and young shooters should always be supervised by an adult.Suitable for small pest control, the Recon 0.177 Caliber Air Rifle from Gamo features a weather resistant fluted barrel, a thumb hole stock, and twin cheek pads for right or left-sided comfort. The single shot rifle produces 525 feet per second (FPS) with lead and comes complete with a 4x magnification, 20-millimeter objective rifle scope for precise target acquisition. The Recon carries a one year limited warranty from Gamo.
 The Recon Air Rifle comes with a 4x30 Rifle Scope with a TV reticle. |
- Velocity: 525 feet per second (FPS) with lead
- Single shot
- Break Barrel: single cocking system
- Automatic cocking safety system
- Cocking Effort: 19 pounds
- Barrel: precision rifled steel
- Manual safety
Stock:
- Stock: tough all weather molded synthetic
- Butt Plate: ventilated rubber pad for recoil absorption
- Cheekpiece: twin cheek pads (comfortable for ambidextrous shooting)
Optics:
- Scope Ramp: grooved receiver
- Magnification: 4x
- Objective Diameter: 20 millimeters
- TV Reticle
Specifications:
- Weight: 4.63 pounds
- Length: 37.2 inches
- Ammunition: any 0.177 pellet
- Caliber: 0.177
- Trigger Pull: 3.3 pounds
- Barrel Length: 16 inches
Please Note: Gamo airguns are not toys and are recommended for use by those 16 years of age or older. Adult supervision is required. Misuse or careless use may cause serious injury. Do not brandish or display your airgun in public. It may confuse people and it may be a crime. Police and others may think an airgun is a firearm. Do not change the coloration or markings to make it look more like a firearm. Buyer and user should conform to all laws governing the use and ownership of their airgun. The person handling the airgun and anyone nearby should always wear protective eyewear. Read all instructions before using. Always use care and shoot safely.
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