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From: Avanti
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  • Loudness: 1-Low
  • Weight: 3.10 lbs
  • Barrel Length:9.00"
  • Overall Length: 36.25"
  • Capacity: 1 round(s)
  • Cocking Effort:3 lbs.
  • Barrel: Smooth bore
  • Front Sight: Globe with Aperture Inserts
  • Rear Sight: Micrometer adjustable
  • Scopeable: No
  • Trigger adj.: Two-stage adjustable
  • Apprx. Trigger Pull: 4.00 lbs
  • Buttplate: None
  • Suggested for: Competition
  • Action: Lever-action
  • Powerplant: Spring-piston
  • Safety: Manual
  • Repeater: No/Single-shot

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 • Daisy Avanti Champion 499 manual
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  Daisy Avanti Champion 499 by Avanti
Daisy Avanti Champion 499 Air rifle
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  • Loudness: 1-Low
  • Weight: 3.10 lbs
  • Barrel Length:9.00"
  • Overall Length: 36.25"
  • Capacity: 1 round(s)
  • Cocking Effort:3 lbs.
  • Barrel: Smooth bore
  • Front Sight: Globe with Aperture Inserts
  • Rear Sight: Micrometer adjustable
  • Scopeable: No
  • Trigger adj.: Two-stage adjustable
  • Apprx. Trigger Pull: 4.00 lbs
  • Buttplate: None
  • Suggested for: Competition
  • Action: Lever-action
  • Powerplant: Spring-piston
  • Safety: Manual
  • Repeater: No/Single-shot
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"The most accurate BBThe term given to air rifle ammunition. It originally meant a lead shotgun shot in the size BB. When air rifles stopped using that size, the term BB continued in use. Today, it means a steel ball of 0.171 inches to 0.173 inches in diameter. Airsoft balls of 6mm are also called BBs. gun in the world!" Ideal teaching rifle for new shooters. This rifle is NOT designed for a scope.
Estimated in stock date 09-17-2008
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The most accurate BBThe term given to air rifle ammunition. It originally meant a lead shotgun shot in the size BB. When air rifles stopped using that size, the term BB continued in use. Today, it means a steel ball of 0.171 inches to 0.173 inches in diameter. Airsoft balls of 6mm are also called BBs. gun in the world! That's what Daisy claims. And, it's true!

Daisy's Champion 499 is for shooters 10 years and older who want to learn the basics of shooting. This spring-powered single-shotA gun that has to be reloaded for every shot. has a medallion stating that it's the "Official Shooting Education BBThe term given to air rifle ammunition. It originally meant a lead shotgun shot in the size BB. When air rifles stopped using that size, the term BB continued in use. Today, it means a steel ball of 0.171 inches to 0.173 inches in diameter. Airsoft balls of 6mm are also called BBs. Gun by Daisy." In fact, the Jaycees use this rifle to train young shooters. Millions of firearm and airgunAny gun that fires a projectile or multiple projectiles by means of compressed gas, air or catapult action. shooters have used the Champion 499 to learn gun safety and how to shoot properly. This rifle is so accurate, that even seasoned shooters cannot shoot beyond its potential.

The all wood stock has a Monte Carlo cheekpiece, and the lever-action cocking mechanism is easy to use. The hooded front sight and the adjustable (for elevation) rear peep sight helps shooters acquire the target. The gun is a muzzleloader, and the BBThe term given to air rifle ammunition. It originally meant a lead shotgun shot in the size BB. When air rifles stopped using that size, the term BB continued in use. Today, it means a steel ball of 0.171 inches to 0.173 inches in diameter. Airsoft balls of 6mm are also called BBs. is held in place by a magnetic retainer. The rifle is intended for use at 5 meters (16.5 feet). Never shoot BBs at hard objects!

Click the Ammo link for our list of suggested BBs. Find official 5-meter targets, shooting glasses, Daisy's 5899 rear sight that's adjustable for windage and elevation, and other gear by clicking the Accessories link.


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By AzPete from USA on 2008-09-02 19:23:24 - See all my reviews
Things I liked:Extremely accuate and just the right size for my 10 year old Grandson. I did an online reseach looking for just the air rifle. All the information quoted by Daisy and Pyramyd held up. I'm very pleased with my purchase.
Things I would have changed:Nothing
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By William from USA on 2008-07-05 12:50:08 - See all my reviews
Things I liked:It's every bit as accurate as published. 1-inch shot groups from 30 feet are quite achieveable if you do your part. Great for teaching my children about shooting. What a blast.
Things I would have changed:Nothing.
What others should know:The Daisy 5899 peep sight comes with the rifle and mounts easily ... Read More
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By Tom from USA on 2008-05-23 10:10:45 - See all my reviews
Things I liked:The 499 is the world's most accurate BB gun, and has been so since it was introduced in 1976. There is no better training airgun for young children than this one.
Things I would have changed:I wish the peep sight had more precision in the adjustments. Even the replacement sight lacks precision.
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