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| Accuracy | 9.8/10  |
|---|---|
| Handling | 10/10 |
| Value for Money | 10/10 |
| Overall rating | 10/10 |
Full review by
PKAT
on 15th Mar 2006
User Rating : 10
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Good Points: Smooth through the complete cycle, balances quite nice, The stock is well made and fits a large person easily.
Bad Points: None.
General comments: The Beeman R-8 is a nice smooth rifle that is an upgrade from the R-7. It is somewhat heavier and has the stock from the R-1. The power level is approximately 50fps higher than the R-7, making it a mid-range springer.
Orginally purchased in 1986-7 it has just received a complete tune, spring etc. Now the rifle is even smoother and the trigger is better than ever.
If you find one that is for sale - BUY IT!
It is a keeper.
PKAT's review and ratings | 100 words
Review by
doctorxring
on 7th Jul 2005
User Rating : 10
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I think this Beeman R8 is as close to the quintessential spring air rifle as you will find. HW quality.
Smooth and easy cocking. Adequate power for most air rifle duties. Superbly accurate. Sweet handling. Awesome trigger. Excellent fit and finish. This is the perfect "core" air rifle.
You can go from here. I've had mine for a long time now. Others have come and gone and others will come and go, but the R-8 will stay. Why this rifle is not current in Beeman's catalog is a mystery to me.
If ...
doctorxring's full review | 104 words
Review by
jado
on 26th Jul 2004
User Rating : 10
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I've had my Beeman R8 since about 1987 or 1988. I've shot thousands of pellets through it and it's never been anything less than impressive. The accuracy is top notch for a sporting class gun. Like all better made rifles, it even has a palm swell grip for improved trigger control. Very well balanced, it points well and target acquisition is quick.
I have an Aperature sight and have never felt the need for a scope or other sight system. I do like using the post front sight for the field a ...
jado's full review | 123 words
Review by
flyfisher228
on 30th Mar 2004
User Rating : 10
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I purchased my Beeman R8 back in 1987 when I was in 10th grade. I have been shooting with it ever since and never had a thing go wrong. Basic maintenance is all it needs. Recently I had it supertuned by the experts at Beeman and it shot like new. Not as strong for bigger small game but does an awesome job taking down doves, crows, sterlings, and english sparrows. Best take down was at 40 yds no scope, nailing a crow in the head taking half of it away.
flyfisher228's full review | 95 words
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