Daisy Model 188 Pistol Review

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Daisy Model 188 Pistol
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pm0501's Review of Daisy Model 188 Pistol

16th Jan 2008

Overall Rating

4 stars
  • Value for money
    4 stars
Good Points

Solid USA built!


Bad Points

118 BB out of production.


General Comments

My Dad and Uncle each had one of these. I used them several times while growing up but, opted for several modern Daisy's (mid 1960's) for my own. They are long gone but, not forgotten. I remember the ammo was a ,118 graphite BB Probably left over from the 2 years when expendable metals were scarce. I am told that a 6 shot can be used effectively. I had a chance but, flinched, to buy one of these at our local gun shows for about thirty bucks sans the box and in very good condition. Later I went to eBay but, didn't get my bid in on time so lost out to that one and now, you can't post air guns on eBay thanks to political pressure from the far left. The 188 was a hefty little air pistol that packed a pretty good punch for it's size and caliber. If not kept oiled inside and out however, it was susceptible to rust. Sweaty little palms would leave their mark on the steel grips if not wiped clean quickly after use. Accuracy was so for a kid just getting his first taste of target shooting, it was a good starter. If you can get your paws on one of these... it's a keeper! Even if just for display.

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