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Benjamin Discovery Rifle & Pump review entered on 2008-07-18 09:12:36
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Things I liked:Light weight, usable. The size and weight fits me perfectly. Things I would have changed:The sights are not very good for this rifle. Crossman/Benjamin could offer accessory sights with a finer bead. Also add another barrel band near the front sight. What others should know:I first saw the new Benjamin
... Read MoreThings I liked:Light weight, usable. The size and weight fits me perfectly. Things I would have changed:The sights are not very good for this rifle. Crossman/Benjamin could offer accessory sights with a finer bead. Also add another barrel band near the front sight. What others should know:I first saw the new Benjamin Discovery advertised by PyramydAir in the June 08 issue of Predator Xtreme magazine. Previously, I had intended to purchase another springer to replace my 40 year old Wischo however the ad sent me into research mode to learn more about this new product. I read all the reviews and blogs I could find and after a few days, even with some of the "new product" problems reported, I placed my order with PyramydAir for the .22 gun/pump combination. I patiently waited through two backorders and finally received my order near the end of June. First out of the box, I noticed how light wieght the rifle is compared to my old Wischo. The stock is a nice "plain-jane" wood that fits me perfectly. This is not the type of rifle you hang on the wall or put in a gun case to admire. This is a well balanced "usable" rifle that you will enjoy shooting. I chronographed four different types of pellets, 10 shots each, starting each group with a fresh 2000 psi charge. The RWS Hobby 11.9 gr averaged 832 fps, Benjamin Discovery HP 14.3 gr averaged 786 fps, JBS Predator 16.5 gr averaged 754 fps and the Beeman Crow Magnum 18.2 gr averaged 718 fps. The JBS was the most accurate providing dime size groups at 30 meters, however my favorite pellet for this rifle has become the Benjamin Discovery HP. The sights are not very good for this rifle. I purchased a CenterPoint Power Class 3-12 x 44 Compact scope with side adjustable objective. I mounted the scope with Beeman 5031 30 mm rings and this combination fits me perfectly. I will review the Scope seperately. So far I have shot about 700 pellets throught this rifle and I have not had any problems. The pump works well and the rifle holds the charge without any leaks. I charge the rifle to 2000 psi (by the pump gauge) and then recharge when the pressure reaches about 1000 (by the gun gauge). I usually store the rifle overnight and sometimes for several days with a charge of 1000 psi without any loss of pressure. The scope (17 oz) and rings add just over one pound to the total weight. To summarize, this is a very fine and "usable" air rifle. I'm glad I made this purchase. I hope it last as long as my old Wischo.
Things I liked:Hard hittig and good flight qualities Things I would have changed:nothing What others should know:I have found this pellet to be excellent when used in my .22 cal Benjamin Discovery PCP rifle. The longer body gives it good filght qualities and a flat trajectory. I have killed both Crows and water Trutles
... Read MoreThings I liked:Hard hittig and good flight qualities Things I would have changed:nothing What others should know:I have found this pellet to be excellent when used in my .22 cal Benjamin Discovery PCP rifle. The longer body gives it good filght qualities and a flat trajectory. I have killed both Crows and water Trutles with this hard hitting pellet. I have tried many types of pellets in my Benjamin Discovery but this one is the best general purpose pellet that I'v used.
Things I liked:Light weight, fast pellet, accurate Things I would have changed:nothing What others should know:I have found this pellet to be excellent in my Benjamin EB22.
I hits hard and has a flat trajectory. The light wieght is not very good for a rifle but is perfect for a pistol.
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