Umarex Lever Action Air Rifle

The Umarex lever action air rifle is one that captures the feel of the original wild west days.

With it's sleek lines and stunning rich hardwood stock I couldn't help but long for this air rifle. The rifle has such a beautiful fit and finish that one can't help but admire it as a work of art.

The rifle is rated at 630 fps which is a decent velocity. However the one I purchased turned out to be a detuned model for the Canadian market. I chronied her with the following result averages:

Beeman laser = 414.22 fps

Crosman pointed = 370.78 fps

Gamo Raptor = 495.22 fps

These velocity numbers are highly disappointing in my opinion. Unless you are willing to shell out for the high cost of the Gamo Raptor pellets ( which had poor accuracy results) the gun does the same velocity as most umarex co2 pistols even slightly less.

The rifle is accurate however and shoots very consistent powered by 2 co2 powerlets. The one thing I found though is I have trouble getting both co2 cartridges to puncture and end up shooting powered by a single cartridge. When both do get punctured I can get a good 60-70 shots out of her. The gun is a lever action which is such a joy to use. It is only a single action rifle as well. It is made mostly of metal and wood save for the sights ( which are adjustable) and the barrel bands. Even so they don't really take anything away from the looks of this rifle.
Pellets are loaded into 8 round magazines, the same ones used in the Umarex cp88 and similar model pistols. It comes with 2 which is never enough of course. My eyesight isn't what it used to be and the use of a scope in all my guns has always been my shooter's preference. Unfortunately to mount a scope on this rifle you have to buy a specialized mount. I have held back on doing so strictly because of the low power of the rifle. Using it indoors for basement plinking for the time being has been it's role. I have considered getting it tuned to original factory velocity and if and when I do I will be putting a scope on her as other than her lack of power she really is a joy to shoot.

What looks like the loading port is actually the release mechanism that opens the compartment for the magazine.

The co2 cartridges are loaded in the rear stock. The rifle butt which is also made of plastic holds the locking mechanism. I think it is a pretty good design except for the hold down system for the cartridges. You have to turn the crank to puncture the co2 cartridges, and as I have mentioned I usually end up only puncturing the front one. I have read that over turning can end up damaging the system so I don't tend to want to give her another crank once I hear the cartridge punture.

Overall I would recommend this rifle specially at the advertised velocity of 630 fps. It has the classic wild west style and is truly a work of art. If you end up getting a detuned Canadian version however you may be disappointed in it's lack of power which is a shame for such a convincing looking rifle.

losttourist