Browning Leverage Combo

New for 2012 is the Browning Leverage underlever air rifle. Currently available in .22 calibre, this single-shot spring action rifle has the added benefit of a fixed barrel which greatly increases accuracy and the underlever action aids in decreasing the cocking effort.

This model has been released by Umarex USA with the infamous Browning name attached and is the third product in their Browning line. The rifle is manufactured in China and is packaged with a decent 3-9x40 scope with adjustable objective and a set of weaver rings as the Weaver/Picatinny scope rail has replaced a standard 3/8" dovetail rail commonly found on airguns.

The rifle is also equipped with a nice set of fiber optic front and rear sights which is quite common on most guns these days. 

Automatic safety is engaged once the rifle is fully cocked and is located just in front of the trigger.

The wood stock is ambidextrous but does have a raised right hand cheekpiece and a nicely fitted rubber recoil pad with a small Browning logo engraved on the left hand side is a nice touch.

As with most fixed barrel air rifles accuracy is improved and the same goes for the Leverage. Most inexpensive break barrel rifles packaged with a scope such as the Ruger Air Hawk, Crosman Quest, Gamo Varmint Hunter etc. tend to take a little work to get shooting right. It only took me 10 shots from the Leverage to get the scoped zeroed at 20 yards while it was still dieseling from the factory oil.

The 10 shot group below left me impressed with accuracy so far!

Velocity for the .22 calibre model is rated at 820 ft/sec with a standard lead pellet. We tested the rifle with JSB Exact 15.9gr pellets and received these results:

1- 717.9                         

2- 727.2

3- 722.7

4- 728.6

5- 732.3                 

6- 717.8

7- 715.5

8- 721.3

9- 729.4

10- 725.2

Overall the Browning Leverage seems to be a well shooting rifle that will most likely outperform other similar priced airguns. The 3-9x40 scope with adjustable objective is a nice improvement over 4x32 models with fixed objectives that are slapped on. We did find the fit & finish to be a little harsh in some areas but is typically expected on a Chinese produced airgun.

Available for purchase! $219.99

Diana 240 Classic .22 Calibre

The 240 Classic is a quality break barrel rifle under the 500fps limit and is ideal for younger shooters or anyone who wants to plink and target shoot all day.

Most air rifles under the firearm limit here in Canada that we sell are typically lower cost Chinese manufactured models. They can be great little plinkers and will usually fit anyones budget but quality and overall performance is something to consider when selecting one.  

Diana's 240 Classic is a German made breakbarrel rifle available in .22 (5.5mm) calibre. A nice straight designed wood stock allows for both right and left hand shooters and weighing only 5.8 lbs and measuring 41" from tip of barrel to buttstock makes it a perfect fit for anyone. 

Very easy cocking effort of the spring piston means you will run out of pellets before your arm does.

The rifle is equipped with fiber optic front and rear sights. The all metal micrometer rear sight is adjustable for both windage and elevation and is noticeably sharper than any other 'plastic' open sights on the market.  

Diana is also known for their T05 trigger system which is found in almost all of their products and the 240 is no exception. This crisp trigger is far superior to any setup you will find at this price and is adjustable for the individual.

The safety is automatic and is engaged once the rifle is cocked and is located at the back of the receiver.

Fresh out of the box this rifle has a clean breech including the seal and locking detent.
11mm Dovetail rail allows for optics to be mounted.

You can also expect exceptional accuracy from rifled barrel as well.

One reason we recommend the larger .22 calibre to customers is its ability to effectively take game and eliminate pests.  This Grackle in the above picture was a easy target at 19 yards.

The small size and hitting power from the .22 240 is perfect for introducing youth to shooting and hunting.  

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• 495 ft/sec
• .22 Calibre (5.5mm)
• Lightweight
• German made quality
• Wood stock
• Automatic safety
• Fiber optic sights
• Light cocking effort
• 11mm dovetail mount
• 41" Length
• 16.5" Barrel length
• 5.7lbs