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So TSC has some mega deals on two Daisy airgun-pistols, the 15XT and the Powerline 201.
Now I know neither one is too high quality, but the main purpose of this airgun would be to keep in the toolbox in the garage, because we've been having some problems with chipmunks getting in, and chewing wiring, terrorizing plants, and goofing around with hidden Christmas presents.
Now the ones that have been in have sadly been killed, as when we discover them, it's like they forget how to leave. We've tried traps & poisons, but it doesn't seem to work. That being said, having a always loaded airgun pistol seems to be the ideal way to dispatch these oversized rodents ethically.
I was originally going to get the CO2 based 15XT, as it delivers more power, and therefore a cleaner kill, but my concern is having it loaded all the time, with a catrridge in. Will it effect the performance, or is is outright not reccommended?
The other model on sale is the Powerline 201, which isn't very powerful, although shots on these animals will be taken from 5-10 feet away maximum. The added benefit of less powerful is it prevents over penetration into other objects after hitting the subject.

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Im certainly not up to date with the rifles they make, but if i had to buy one, i'd want the one my dad bought me when i was a kid, which was also my first gun.

It was an original Youth Buck Rifle.
 
djmay71 said:
Any input on whether I can leave a CO2 based pistol loaded and primed? If there's no problems in doing so, I'll get the 15XT.
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I read that the max velocity for this specific gun is 480 fps.
As this is under 500 fps, it does not fall under the definition of a regulated firearm, and therefore is not affected by storage regulations of the Firearms Act. so you may indeed keep it loaded and primed.

The only time such an airgun is deemed a firearm is if its used as one to commit a crime.
 
For Xmas there is only one BB gun

"dont shoot your eye out"

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There's a chance the c02 cartridge might bleed off its pressure over time once its punctured.

If your not adverse to trying a trap again, I have a suggestion. Use a Victor rat trap (around $4 at TSC) in a tube with bait. You need the tube to correctly position the critter so that the bail catches it square and that its not standing on the bail, or off to the side when its triggered. An old piece of pvc sewer, with one end blocked off. Or a wooden box open from only one end. Set it up so the bait lever is positioned towards the opening. I've tried traps, and this method really improves the odds of success.
 
Grizzlypeg said:
There's a chance the c02 cartridge might bleed off its pressure over time once its punctured.

If your not adverse to trying a trap again, I have a suggestion. Use a Victor rat trap (around $4 at TSC) in a tube with bait. You need the tube to correctly position the critter so that the bail catches it square and that its not standing on the bail, or off to the side when its triggered. An old piece of pvc sewer, with one end blocked off. Or a wooden box open from only one end. Set it up so the bait lever is positioned towards the opening. I've tried traps, and this method really improves the odds of success.
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Thanks for the trap tip.
The trap we were using was a Victor rat trap from the 40s that my grandfather used to get his barn rats- which must've been huge, as the trap is easily 2-3" inches wide.

As for the CO2 cartridge bleeding out: say I loaded, & punctured a CO2 cartridge tonight- when would the CO2 cartridge be completely empty? Few hours? Days? A week?
So far, it seems like the CO2 gun might be more hassle than what it's worth, so I might get the Powerline 201, which is a pumper.
 
Another negative to CO2 is cold temp decreases performance. Laugh if you will but I'd buy a "Red Ryder" It's having it's 70th Anniversary this year. It might be worth something one day. Plus I never had one. :( Maybe it's time for me to get one. Second childhood :D
 
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Another negative to CO2 is cold temp decreases performance. Laugh if you will but I'd buy a "Red Ryder" It's having it's 70th Anniversary this year. It might be worth something one day. Plus I never had one. :( Maybe it's time for me to get one. Second childhood :D
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Negative on the Red Ryder. 1st of all, its a rifle, which does not fit my requirements, as this airgun would be spending its entire life (minus time for routine maintenance) in the garage, in my toolbox, ready to bust critters.
Secondly, for cheap airgun plinking- I already have a Beeman 1787F-GH500 copy for that. (Which is actually taking up too much room in the safe...time to sell?)
 
I don't think anyone can say for sure how long a punctured c02 cartridge will hold pressure. It depends on the condition of the gun and seals. It's generally a good idea to just puncture one and use it up. As they say, your mileage may vary.

I have an old Gamo under lever 177 pistol that will dispatch small critters at point blank. Not so good at a distance as its low velocity and 177. I've never had good results with it on big squirrels, even at point blank distance. I think they kind of knew what they were doing when they chose the 495 fps rule as applied to 177 and 22. 22 will always be harder hitting though.

Sure you can't warm your heart up to the idea of a spring pistol air rifle? Something around 750 fps or more would do a nice job.
 
Dsiwy said:
For Xmas there is only one BB gun

"dont shoot your eye out"

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I bought my girls one of these last summer. Loads of fun and they were/are very interested in getting to know and use firearms properly. Sort of like sneaking education into their diet. Everyone should have one of these in their safe, if for no other reason than to remind them how fun this hobby can be.
 
Settled on and purchased a Crosman C11. It was actually a bit more expensive than anticipated, but I love the styling, and factory chronied at 495 FPS.
 
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