BSA Buccaneer Air Rifle
The BSA Buccaneer was a break barrel spring powered air rifle first produced in 1977[1] by the BSA Guns (UK) Limited. It was manufactured in both .177 (4.5 mm) and .22 (5.5 mm) calibers and marketed as an introduction air rifle for younger shooters with a muzzle energy of 5.5 ft•lbf (7.5 J). The rifle had a safety catch, which was disengaged by operation of a lever next to the shooter's thumb.
| BSA Buccaneer | |
|---|---|
| Type | Air Rifle |
| Place of origin |  |
| Production history | |
| Manufacturer | BSA Guns (UK) Limited Gamo |
| Specifications | |
| Mass | 2.7 kg (6.0 lb) scopeless |
| Length | 900mm |
| Cartridge | .177/.22 calibre Pellets |
| Action | break barrel, spring powered |
| Muzzle velocity | 430 ft/s (131 m/s) |
| Sights | Adjustable |
Specifications
- Overall Length: 900mm
- Barrel Length: 470mm
- Weight (without scope): 2.7 kg
Operation
The rife shared the action of the BSA Scorpion Air Pistol, barrel from a BSA Meteor Air Rifle, and moulded plastic grips designed for right hand shooters. The spring and piston were compressed by breaking the barrel through 125° before loading a pellet directly into the breach. The barrel was then returned into place and secured with a detent lock.
The rifle was packed in a polystyrene tray with a printed cardboard sleeve. The standard kit included a bottle of oil, a small tube of pellets, a pressed steel target holder with targets, and a barrel extension to provide extra leverage when cocking.
The last production run of this air rifle was in 1981.
References
- "BSA Chronology". Archived from the original on 2011-10-10. Retrieved 2011-10-11.
