Which rifle for short range?

zapper · June 28th, 2012, 00:38

So, I just got an inexpensive pistol and considering a rifle. I shoot indoors up to 28 feet but being able to get target groups of less than 2 inches is important.
Is this possible ( with hop up adjustment)?
Do I need a bi-pod or just a rest for sitting position on a chair behind a table?
What power scope?
Should it be a bolt action sniper?
How much do I REALLY have to spend?
I have seen a few reviews on the new ASG AW .308. light weight- under $200 but waiting to see more accuracy results for this one.
I don't want to get into $$$ equipment , mods and tweaking. Just want it to do the job consistently-plain and simple.
Any advice will be appreciated!

Rommen · June 28th, 2012, 00:49

A bolt action rifle for close quarters is definietly the way to go.

But realistically, are you planning on using this 'short range rifle' for actual games or just plinking? If it's the latter, get whatever you like the most...

Maethori · June 28th, 2012, 00:57

Those criteria don't sound very hard to fulfill at all, except for maybe the price. You might be able to get those groupings with a decent pistol, and a decent rifle will do this even easier. You definitely don't need a bipod, and shouldn't even need a rest for the gun.
You definitely don't need any sort of scope for just 28 feet. If you really want magnification, I'd say 2x at most...3x is pushing it.

If you're just plinking, it's up to you whether you get a bolt action or not. It's your preference, really.

The problem I see is getting a cheap gun with consistency. That is usually the realm of guns over that price range, but still, a stock gun of any decent quality should do the trick, I would think.

Strelok · June 28th, 2012, 01:02

You're asking for too much for too little.

You're also asking for something that doesn't really fit well into a close quarters role. You're honestly just better off accuracizing an AEG and cutting it off to Semi Auto or something.

If anything ,I did see a mod where a guy cut down a cheap VSR-10 clone down to nothing, i'm not sure if accuracy was compromised due to doing so though.

Open up your budget and the possibilities are endless.

BennyBoy · June 28th, 2012, 01:11

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ShelledPants · June 28th, 2012, 01:29

Quote:

Originally Posted by Strelok

You're asking for too much for too little.

You're also asking for something that doesn't really fit well into a close quarters role. You're honestly just better off accuracizing an AEG and cutting it off to Semi Auto or something.

If anything ,I did see a mod where a guy cut down a cheap VSR-10 clone down to nothing, i'm not sure if accuracy was compromised due to doing so though.

Open up your budget and the possibilities are endless.

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coach · June 28th, 2012, 01:44

Quote:

Originally Posted by ShelledPants

it was meeeeeeeeeeeee.

That is one sexy stubby. I have those customizing pics somewhere lol

ThunderCactus · June 28th, 2012, 11:09

Sniper rifles are more for the 200-300ft engagement range
Pretty well any airsoft pistol out there is going to get 2" groupings or better at just 28 feet. In fact, most of them get 2 inch groupings at, or past, 50 feet
Buy a pistol for $200-$300, it's the only gun you'll ever need for CQB

M.Garcia · June 28th, 2012, 11:45

Why would you need a bi-pod for indoor use?

I don't even really understand your post. What is it you're trying to faciliate? Are you playing indoor scrimmages? Shooting some targets in your basement?

lurkingknight · June 28th, 2012, 12:14

awesome! 3x at 30 feet! I want to see the guy's pimples.

zapper · June 28th, 2012, 17:25

Quote:

Originally Posted by M.Garcia

Why would you need a bi-pod for indoor use?

I don't even really understand your post. What is it you're trying to faciliate? Are you playing indoor scrimmages? Shooting some targets in your basement?

As stated, just me shooting targets up to 28/30 feet.Agreed, bi-pod not required. I could make up some rest for table top supported shooting.
Just like the idea of having a capable rifle to alternate from pistol and leaning toward a bolt action springer.

HackD · June 28th, 2012, 18:10

Quote:

Originally Posted by zapper

As stated, just me shooting targets up to 28/30 feet.Agreed, bi-pod not required. I could make up some rest for table top supported shooting.
Just like the idea of having a capable rifle to alternate from pistol and leaning toward a bolt action springer.

If it's just marksman shooting you are planning, and no actual airsoft events that you wish to attend - perhaps airsoft is the wrong tool for the job?

What i'm suggesting - the ballistic properties of airsoft are inferior to that of pellet guns - and i think you'd be able to get a darn nice pellet gun for your money, vs an airsoft rifle.

Just a suggestion.

Grudge · June 28th, 2012, 18:31

And if you want something other than the iron sights a nice red dot would fit the bill at those close ranges!

Mr. inked · June 28th, 2012, 19:10

you can get a vertical grip that has a bi pod inside

zapper · June 28th, 2012, 19:44

I do understand the limitations of airsoft vs. pellet or steel 4.5 bbs with regard to consistent accuracy potential. I have some good pellet and bb pistols which prove that out. I was just pondering air soft as a satisfying alternative hobby venture on my own at home. However from opinions and info I have gathered , I'm likely to be disappointed with the results after spending about $300 for rifle and optics (which is the max for me.)
It doesn't help being lured by the cosmetic appeal of some airsoft equipment I have seen.
Thanks everyone!

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June 28th, 2012, 00:38	#1
zapper Trader rating Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Toronto	Which rifle for short range? So, I just got an inexpensive pistol and considering a rifle. I shoot indoors up to 28 feet but being able to get target groups of less than 2 inches is important. Is this possible ( with hop up adjustment)? Do I need a bi-pod or just a rest for sitting position on a chair behind a table? What power scope? Should it be a bolt action sniper? How much do I REALLY have to spend? I have seen a few reviews on the new ASG AW .308. light weight- under $200 but waiting to see more accuracy results for this one. I don't want to get into $$$ equipment , mods and tweaking. Just want it to do the job consistently-plain and simple. Any advice will be appreciated!

June 28th, 2012, 18:31	#13
Grudge multitech Trader rating Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: with your girlfriend, playing with her P90.	And if you want something other than the iron sights a nice red dot would fit the bill at those close ranges! __________________ Nothing says loving, like a head shot!

June 28th, 2012, 19:10	#14
Mr. inked Trader rating Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: London ontario	you can get a vertical grip that has a bi pod inside __________________ Once more into the fray Into the last good fight I'll ever know Live and die on this day Live and die on this day

June 28th, 2012, 00:49	#2
Rommen Trader rating Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Mississauga, Ontario.	A bolt action rifle for close quarters is definietly the way to go. But realistically, are you planning on using this 'short range rifle' for actual games or just plinking? If it's the latter, get whatever you like the most...

June 28th, 2012, 00:57	#3
Maethori Trader rating Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Burlington, Ontario	Those criteria don't sound very hard to fulfill at all, except for maybe the price. You might be able to get those groupings with a decent pistol, and a decent rifle will do this even easier. You definitely don't need a bipod, and shouldn't even need a rest for the gun. You definitely don't need any sort of scope for just 28 feet. If you really want magnification, I'd say 2x at most...3x is pushing it. If you're just plinking, it's up to you whether you get a bolt action or not. It's your preference, really. The problem I see is getting a cheap gun with consistency. That is usually the realm of guns over that price range, but still, a stock gun of any decent quality should do the trick, I would think.

June 28th, 2012, 01:02	#4
Strelok Trader rating Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Brandon Manitoba	You're asking for too much for too little. You're also asking for something that doesn't really fit well into a close quarters role. You're honestly just better off accuracizing an AEG and cutting it off to Semi Auto or something. If anything ,I did see a mod where a guy cut down a cheap VSR-10 clone down to nothing, i'm not sure if accuracy was compromised due to doing so though. Open up your budget and the possibilities are endless.

June 28th, 2012, 01:11	#5
BennyBoy Trader rating Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Toronto	Famas from Canadian Tire =D

June 28th, 2012, 11:09	#8
ThunderCactus Not Eye Safe, Pretty Boy Maximus on the field take his picture! Trader rating Join Date: Feb 2007	Sniper rifles are more for the 200-300ft engagement range Pretty well any airsoft pistol out there is going to get 2" groupings or better at just 28 feet. In fact, most of them get 2 inch groupings at, or past, 50 feet Buy a pistol for $200-$300, it's the only gun you'll ever need for CQB

June 28th, 2012, 11:45	#9
M.Garcia M.Garcia M.Garcia M.Garcia Trader rating Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Kitchener, ON	Why would you need a bi-pod for indoor use? I don't even really understand your post. What is it you're trying to faciliate? Are you playing indoor scrimmages? Shooting some targets in your basement?

June 28th, 2012, 12:14	#10
lurkingknight "bb bukakke" KING! Trader rating Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Ottawa	awesome! 3x at 30 feet! I want to see the guy's pimples.

June 28th, 2012, 19:44	#15
zapper Trader rating Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Toronto	I do understand the limitations of airsoft vs. pellet or steel 4.5 bbs with regard to consistent accuracy potential. I have some good pellet and bb pistols which prove that out. I was just pondering air soft as a satisfying alternative hobby venture on my own at home. However from opinions and info I have gathered , I'm likely to be disappointed with the results after spending about $300 for rifle and optics (which is the max for me.) It doesn't help being lured by the cosmetic appeal of some airsoft equipment I have seen. Thanks everyone!

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