Weihrauch HW97K Air Rifle
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Don't forget to pick up a variety of pellets, which are listed in the AMMO link. Several scopes have been suggested in our ACCESSORIES link, so pick one that works for the type of shooting you plan to do. Remember to also pick up some targets, cleaning gear and shooting glasses!
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The HW97 is the successor to the popular HW77 model. Made in Germany by Weihrauch, this underlever airgun has all the power and accuracy you'll need to shoot field target or knock down metallic silhouettes (.177 recommended) or hunt small critters and eliminate those pesky rodents around your yard (.22 highly recommended).
The hardwood Monte Carlo stock has a raised cheekpiece and checkered pistol grip and forearm. The rubber buttpad gives you additional control.
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10 of 22 Weihrauch HW97K Reviews
Excellent accuracy, easy to cock, overall fit and finish is fantastic
Things I Would Have ChangedFor the price I would like a little more premium grade of wood
What Others Should KnowBuy one....you won't be disappointed
I like it's good looks, highest quality, tremendous accuracy with Crossman Premiere HP pellets, its legendary reputation and the pride of ownership all this instills! This is a gun to pass on to future family! Definitely an heirloom quality investment that will serve generations of hunters!
Things I Would Have ChangedNothing!
What Others Should KnowAdjust the trigger (very easy to do) after getting used to the factory settings. Hold lightly and exactly the same everytime and you'll see PCP quality groups, or real close!
The rifle is beautiful! Operation is simple and easy! It shoots like a dream with Crossman Premiere HP, Destroyers, Gamo Redfires and Predator Polymags which are all I've tried!
Things I Would Have ChangedNothing!
What Others Should KnowBuy one and you will love it!
I am so amazed at the accuracy of this rifle. This thing stacks pellets. Now I want a .22 version
Things I Would Have ChangedWish it had a Walnut stock option like the Air Arms.
Feel, fit and finish, trigger, and prefer this bear trap mechanism to that of others.
Things I Would Have ChangedI would prefer it to be a little lighter but . . .
What Others Should KnowI also bought the Walther LGU Mater Pro (.22) around the same time and shot them both together.
I prefer the Weihrauch feel, trigger and overall finish.
If you don't mind paying decent money for an air rifle, then you are doing yourself a favor by getting one of these, if you already don't have one.
If $400 to $500 is stretching your budget, I suggest you consider saving up to get one, you won't regret it.
This Weihrauch HW 97K which I purchased in .177 caliber is an exquisitely crafted air rifle. The fit and finish is superb. The design and the proportions are beautiful. The stock is perfectly stained, handsomely finished and crisply and flawlessly checkered. The bluing is likewise flawless and very rich and deep. Everything about this air rifle exudes the quality that one expects from a premium German product...quality of design, quality of execution, and quality of operation. It is smooth, precise, reliable, robust and accurate. The pride of ownership of such a fine air gun is entirely worth the purchase price. The HW97K is quite heavy, but its robustness adds stability and contributes to accuracy, Altogether it is a premium product and well worth its cost.
Things I Would Have ChangedI would change nothing.
What Others Should KnowI am confident that the HW 97K, a tried and true classic and highly refined. Because of its considerable weight it is not an air gun that lends itself, in my view, to much carrying about in the field. However, I believe that it is eminently suited for precise target shooting from the bench, and that is what I use it for. The Rekord trigger is magnificent.
very good build quailty
Mine was a blem stock deal, so I couldn't pass it up. The dent in comb was reduced by 90%. Took wet patches, and swelled it out. Took at least 10 patches. It's really a sweet size rifle. Just right for bench or field. It's so smooth to cock the rifle too. Very easy using the seated, butt-on-thigh stroke. Then on the upswing it makes a noise that sounds like a hydraulic hinge noise. It's freaking cool as heck. Now, as far as performance in .177 using H&N field pro 8.64gr it is a dream rifle. Holes in your holes type accuracy. I ran some Barracuda Hunter hp 10.5gr in there, and tweaked the elevation. They shoot dimes at 50 yards too. How fun is that?
Things I Would Have ChangedI always tighten screws every single time I bring a rifle to the bench. This rifle does seem to loosen up if you shoot alot. So, if your scope loses zero, tighten screws up, then re-test. Use good tools too. Get a gun smith driver set $35-45 investment. Weihrauchs have a need for good slotted screwdriver tips!
What Others Should KnowI don't normally shoot .177, but decided to try this rifle for this caliber based upon reviews. I was overwhelmed at the accuracy at 40-80 yards on .177. Use a good mount and Hawke Vantage SF. This rifle will amaze you as you shoot through the same hole.
Overall its a very nice rifle. Fit and Finish is excellent. Accuracy is also excellent. Trigger is one of the best I've seen on any air rifle. I've tried a number of airguns, and when a friend offered to let me borrow his "tuned" 97 for a weekend, I jumped at it. I basically tested the WK97 head to head with my Sig ASP20.
Things I Would Have ChangedThe cocking lever was a bit loose in the holder, and would rattle with every shot (I was told the gun shot count was around 1500 rounds). I had a difficult time with loading... there's just not enough room there for my big hands/fingers. It would really benefit from either a higher or adjustable comb..... I found myself having to "reach" to see well through the scope. Even though this was supposedly a "tuned" gun, it had an annoying "buzz" and vibration after each shot. I've only shot about 5 different "spring" guns....and they have all had the "buzz/vibration" to one degree or another.... that's just very annoying to me. Not having any preconceived notions or bias, I don't understand why anyone would choose a "spring" gun over a "piston" gun...unless they just want to spend their time tinkering with a gun versus shooting it.
What Others Should KnowI am fairly new to the airgun world, and have tried out a number of rifles so far. When looking for my first air rifle, everyone pointed at the WK97.... but I thought it awfully pricey compared to a Sig ASP20..... and I ended up purchasing the Sig. The Sig is such a good gun, I wanted to get my hands on a 97 and compare the two, just to see what all the fuss over the 97 was real. Now that I've used/shot the 97, I can see where people really like it, but honestly, I have to believe that the 97 is more hype and brand snobbery than anything..... especially considering that the WK97 is TWICE the price of the Sig ASP20 (synthetic), and it is certainly NOT twice the gun. Of course they are two different guns, but for literally HALF the money of the 97, you can purchase a made in America Sig ASP20, that is every bit the rifle the 97 is, and in some areas a better one. I didn't realize just how much "brand snobbery" ruled the airgun world until I tried these two guns head to head.
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Sep 17, 2024
By Steve Dimon
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Things I Would Have Changedhard 4 me to cock at my age