Page 7 - Daisy Model 25 Reviews

Pretty accurate, easy to pump (easier than the Red Ryder from prone and no gun position change required), decent trigger, not difficult to load, average velocity for a spring BB gun.

Can't think of anything. It's been around a long time and is still an excellent BB rifle.

Although more expensive than the Red Ryder (which I also own), I think it's well worth the extra $$.

Adjustable sights. Overall quality.

Add a stock to rear pump action for young shooters, but not a big deal.

You will enjoy shooting this one.

I got the email sale alert Thursday morning at about 9:00 am, I recieved the rifle Saturday morning at about 9;00 am, Cleveland to Indy ground, Wow! That was quick. I never could afford a Daisy model 25 when I was a kid, I had a used Red Ryder. A more well to-do neighborhood kid let me barrow his a few minutes at a time and it was powerful and accurate. So I bought one from Pyramyd Air after I read the reviews on it and found it to be all they said it was. I paid for the 10 for $10 to be sure I got a good one and I did, no defects and no problems. I took it out back and shot at a dog food box with a 3/4" circle on it at 25 ft. and to my amazement, all 5 shots hit the circle and went through both sides of the box, now that has to be luck but I'm as pleased as I can be and I love the flip sights. The trigger felt great and the safety is flawless. I also got the small CopperHead BB dispenser bottle and it makes loading a breeze and fast. I'm going to spray the reciever with Gold paint to fill in the stamped engraving and then wipe off the excess after it drys so it looks like the one I remember as a kid. If I had a good reason I'd buy another one right now.

Nothing! I love it just as it is.

Buy the way, my chrono tape said 315-320 fps. avg. and also I lightly greased the threads on the barrel tube to prevent problems.

fine copy of origional ....paid $275.00 for my 1933 model 25 couple years back ..................this one is a deal and does not have to be treated with kid gloves!!!! .........................SWEET!

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The stock is all wood, the barrel is all metal. I liked pretty much everything about this gun.

The only thing I might have changed would be to make it a little easier to load.

This a very good gun. I highly recommend buying this gun wither you're an experienced airgunner or a beginner.

i wanted one of these since i was a lil boy,now it seems so small, but kool, like a miniature 12 gauge pump.

it is what it is a fun toy for an adult, a good learning tool for a kid to learn to shoot.

its fun, it's quick,its accurate, its kool.and a good price ,this was the lowest price,i found them for as much as $79.95.these opinions brought to you by ;the italian redneck.

American Classic rifle for young shooters or beginners. Very easy to aim with sights, beautiful wood stock and engravings on metal. only thing plastic is the tip of barrel and trigger/safety button. love the length metal wood finish and weight. The pump action rifle has more wood and metal than Daisy Red Ryder. Great for plinking cans and bottles!!

wished rifle had more power

Becareful to not get your finger get caught inside moving metal parts as you pump the gun and add oil to gun every 500 shots. Always make sure there's nothing in the barrel and don't shoot or point the gun at anyone even when you know the rifle is empty.

Fond memories. This was my first ever "firearm" and aside from the feed mechanism it is exactly as I remember; only more accurate than my older eyes! Fit and finish were better than I anticipated. Accuracy for a smooth bore is excellent but the best part was the feel of my youth every time I pulled the pump action! Worth every penny.

Nothing. I bought this to remind me of my youth and it does that exceptionally well.

This is a great gun for the 10-12 year old if properly guided and trained. I recommend this over the lever action as I feel it much easier to pump the gun and it allows for better training of muzzle orientation.

Heavy, substantial feel. The Daisy Red Ryder I purchased from Pyramyd at the same time (see my review) is much lighter by comparison. The only plastic parts to be seen are the muzzle cap and the trigger assembly (which is quite comfortable and probably an improvement over the traditional stamped sheetmetal trigger). The rear sight is adjustable for windage and elevation, and has a flip-up peep sight, an extra I like. I was always fascinated by the peculiar "joint action" cocking mechanism of this gun, and now I own one.

As little as possible! This is a replica, and evidently a very good one. When I told a friend who has owned a Model 25 before that I had one on order, he asked if they remembered to include the engraving. Sure enough, there it is on the receiver, stamped right into the sheetmetal.

The pump grip on this gun is so far forward it requires the full extension of my arm when holding it in shooting position. If you are considering the Model 25 as a gift for younger shooters, they may not be able to reach that far, and the Red Ryder might be a better choice. If you are trying to choose between the Model 25 and the Red Ryder, you should know that the Model 25 magazine holds 50 rounds, while the Red Ryder holds hundreds more, and is easier to load. Both guns have about equal power, but the Red Ryder's sights are not adjustable for windage.

dependable

slow loading

more dependable than DAISY RED RYDER. Purchased 3 in last 4 months JUNK.

The slide pump is easy to use, shoots well for what its intended. Does have enough power for playing with. Made very well.

Peep site hole is small, thats the only thing.

I have had one of the original Model 25 guns since I was 10 that was 1957, I still have it and it has never missed a beat. It has a plastic stock and plastic pumb grip. I have many pellet guns, and related. I still have fun with this BB gun.

Reminds me of my first bb gun" I liked the engraving on both sides of frame,appears to be very well made.Wooden stock is a nice touch,my original in the late fifties was plastic.Very happy" I bought two for my grand kids.

I wish they would cease writing the instructions on guns real or air,we are not children,a replica is ruined by that.I also think the toy like safteys are useless,They won't be as collectible later on as orig. are now

This is a well made real nice gun,I hope they continue to offer it,at least they retained the pull out bb loader like the org,not a dinky plastic loading port" make sure you put oil in the drop hole on top" very important to keep it's power

An all-around excellent gun!

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Daisy omitted an important step in the Manual for the reissued Model 25 Pump Gun take-down procedure. In addition to removing the take- down screw, there is a small Phillips head screw directly (3 1/8 inches) behind the take- down screw on the left side of the receiver. This screw MUST be removed to take down the gun...it cannot be taken down without removing it. The trigger might also need to be pulled slightly, but the gun will then easily take down. Please pass this information on. The gun is easy to transport and store when taken down.

I opened the box and wrapped my fingers around this gun. When I did it took me back to when I was 12-years old; that was 49-years ago. I never owned one but I met a kid living nearby that owned one, and I shot his. It was a great experience. That all came back to me as I proudly held my own. I took the advice of another reviewer and put some oil on the threads of the screw-in barrel loader. I also oiled the other vital areas before shooting. It worked great.

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When you unscrew the loading port from the barrel be sure to oil the threads before puting it back in. The sights are off somewhat but with some adjustments they will be fine.

I like the old fashioned construction. Wood and metal, Solid feel.

Peep site too small but nice though and might be able to be corrected. More power!! Shooting at 20 feet it doesnt penetrate cardboard. I'm use to more powerful pellet rifles so maybe I expect too much.

Considering the price it is ok. I've never had a BB gun that was very accurate. This model is fair but not great.

my brothers gun, had one in the fifty's, did not servive trip down the steps at home, i was in a pedal car, i was double---dogged dared.ibent the metal slideon it. this is a replacement, never shout this one, guess who is getting it back..

looks the same, nothing to change, looks like a pump 12ga.

ask my brother ed, he is the pre. of minn. weoons.

Feels like the one I had in the 50's. Cost me $6.75 then. I like the fast pump action. Seems to be hard hitting although my original had a stronger spring obtained from a friend. It was from his dad's bb gun and this one put holes thru tin cans.

Can't really complain about something that has beem around for almost 100 years. My original had a loader pouch made of leather. Great for rolling bb's into tube. Should be included .

Accuracy could be better.

I have an older 25 with plastic stock and fore grip that I bought at a tag sale for $2.00 then went through it to clean it up. I now have a ball with my grandsun shooting cans and targets in the yard on the weekends. All of you older guys, buy one of the new ones and have a blast with your grandkids too!

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I shoot everything from bb, to 357 in comp. It's a life long hobby. Have fun and be safe. Phil

Just got my Model 25 today. 8/21/10 Went outside and tried it on some beer cans. Out of the box it was right on for the cans. Didn't sight it in on a target yet. Maybe tomorrow. I like the weight. It hits hard. First rifle I've gotten that did't need a lot of sighting in. I use to dream of having this Daisy when I was a little one. Mom would never let me have a BB gun. I got it now MOM! Wish she was still here. Who knows maybe she saved one of my eyes.

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Really like the peep/V sight. Give it little oil first before you shoot it.

This little BB gun is a blast to the past . I had one when I was a boy. I like how these Model 25's shoot. The sights are windage and elevation adjustable, there is a (v) groove sight and a flip-up peep sight, both work well. The new guns have a saftey. With the wood stock and decorative tooling on the metal parts this is a sweet little BB gun.

I would want the gun to shoot what is advertised for the muzzle velocity, my Shooters Chrony says it is over 100 fps slower than advertized. The under side of the pistol grip needs a little more wood taken off to round it out and make it more comfortable when being shot

Remember the official range for BB rifles is 15'. These are not designed for longer range shooting In can hit a gallon milk jug at 25 yards most of the time. From, Paul in Texas