Far from the Red Ryder BB gun that many folks might have in mind when they think of airguns, SIG Sauer’s ASP20 Break Barrel Air Rifle is among the most advanced break-barrel air rifle systems ...

Air rifles in the .22-caliber range had noticeably more recoil and "jump" than .177-caliber models. An adjustable soft butt pad on the stock and an internal "Shock Absorber System" mitigated the kick.

“An ordinance banning BB guns, air rifles, and other similar devices [from being fired] was right for Newton, and I’m glad the City Council took action,” said state Sen. Cynthia Creem via email.

Pulling the trigger releases the air, sending the pellet down range. Crosman recommends a minimum of two pumps and a max of eight pumps. The rifle features a single-shot bolt action.

Moreover, this is one air rifle I’d appreciate using in the Northern woods where fumbling with a .22 pellet under artic conditions (when your fingers are cold enough to fall off) ... The Best Pellet ...

Under federal law, air or pellet guns can't be classifed as a firearm because the pellets they fire have a velocity of less than 152 metres per second and therefore, cannot be restricted for sale.

Under city ordinance, an air gun is defined as "any gun, rifle or pistol … designed to expel a pellet or BB shot." It's against the law to: Carry an air gun on any street or public parcel ...