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The classic NRA Junior competition rifle! Ideal for shooters 16 and up (with adult supervision) to learn to shoot in 10-meter competition. Daisy's Avanti 853 Legend EX has a sporter hardwood stock that's capped with a removable buttpad to allow for the included insert spacers to adjust the length of pull for the shooter's size.
Most impressive is the crowned Lothar Walther barrel. It's precision-bored for .177 match pellets, has 12 lands and grooves, and a right-hand twist. The front sight has interchangeable aperture inserts, and the rear sight is micrometer adjustable. The included sling will also help the shooter steady the rifle. The 853 Legend EX is so accurate that most shooters will not outgrow the rifle's potential. Although official competition rules do not allow scopes, the rifle has a dovetail scope mount in the diecast receiver in the event you want to use this rifle for shooting other targets or just for fun.
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7 of 7 Avanti AVANTI 853C Reviews
I was looking for an accurate rifle up to 10-15 meters, easy to cock, and quiet that I could use in my back yard for target practic. I also did not want to break the bank with the price. This one fits the bill. I also like the 5 shot magazines.
Things I Would Have ChangedI wish the front sight was removable since I have installed a reflective scope, but it's no big deal.
What Others Should KnowNone.
Medium size, not too big not too small. Super super accurate (hit bullseye 10/10 at 50 feet) Very quiet, very easy to pump.
Things I Would Have ChangedA little pricey.
What Others Should KnowThis gun is the best among my 20 airgun collection. Use it for backyard target shooting only. I bought a second one for my son.
The accuracy on this gun is wonderful! The wood stock is nice and its very light. Its very easy to pump too. Trigger is OK, a little on the heavy side though. I bought this to practice target shooting in my backyard.
Things I Would Have ChangedThe power. I mean I know this is only a target rifle, but my self restarting targets won't stay up! Sight was decent, but I would recommend buying a better one. Also I would like it if Daisy would put a metal trigger, guard and pumping lever.
What Others Should KnowBuy this only for paper target shooting. Don't even think about hunting with this either.
I purchased four of these guns for a 4-H Shooting Sports program. They are reliable,well made rifles that can be operated by most kids. The peep sites are very accurate. I like the clips overall, since the kids don't have to mess with loading every pellet individually like the 853s.
Things I Would Have ChangedWhen the guns are laid with the action open & up ,the soft pellet clip gets pushed back into the action.
Overall appearance, clip operation, accuracy, sight adjustment.
Things I Would Have ChangedI like a lighter trigger weight for competition and precision, but having it be heavier is nice for target shooting outside.
What Others Should KnowI shot competitively for 4 years with JROTC. I always used $1000+ CO2 powered rifles during those times. This gun can't compete for ease of repeat precision, but it's great for practice on the basics. Plus it's light for it's level of acuracy, which is great for standing outside target shooting. I've had it for nearly 9 years with very minimal maintenence. Still looks and works like new.
Nice balance. Shoots like a dream, very accurate. The rifle sling is also great. The trigger is good. The sights are also very good.
Things I Would Have Changedthe soft plastic (rubber?) 5 shot magazine does not index properly. The last shot always jams. Perhaps if they replace it with a hard plastic it can be made it better tolerances so that it will not jam. I have a IZH 61 with a 5 pellet clip made of hard plastic and it works... no jams.
What Others Should KnowOriginally, I had a problem sighting. The shots would hit 2 inches to the right even with the rear sight adjustment maxed out. I discovered the front sight was skewed to the left 2-3 degrees. I loosened the set screws and corrected the skew. It now shoots very accurately.
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May 07, 2014
By Michel
Great value, PyramidAir offered this product at the best price i could find.