gamo wildcat whisper 22 review
Okay, folks, let’s dive into my experience with the Gamo Wildcat Whisper .22.
I’ve always been a bit of a backyard plinker, you know, someone who enjoys target practice and maybe taking care of the occasional pest problem. I’d been using an old, kinda beat-up air rifle for years, and it was time for an upgrade. I started looking around, reading reviews, watching videos – the usual stuff. The Gamo Wildcat Whisper .22 kept popping up, and the “Whisper” part really caught my attention. I live in a pretty quiet neighborhood, so noise was a big concern.
My First Impressions
So, I finally pulled the trigger (pun intended!) and ordered one. When it arrived, I unboxed it right away. First impression? It felt solid. Not heavy, exactly, but definitely well-built. The synthetic stock felt good in my hands, not cheap or flimsy like some others I’d handled. It shouldered nicely, and the weight felt balanced.I appreciate the finish and how the rubber inserts offer superior grip over many different conditions.
Getting it Ready
It came with a scope, which was a nice bonus. Mounting it was pretty straightforward. I just followed the instructions, and it was done in a few minutes. No special tools needed, which is always a plus in my book. I grabbed some .22 pellets I already had – just some basic ones, nothing fancy – and headed out to my backyard range.
The Shooting Experience
Loading the pellet was easy. The break-barrel action was smooth, not stiff or jerky. I took aim at a target I’d set up about 20 yards away, took a breath, and squeezed the trigger. The first thing I noticed? It was quiet. Seriously, way quieter than my old air rifle. The “Whisper” technology actually seemed to work! The shot felt crisp, with no weird vibrations or anything. And the accuracy? Right on the money. I was hitting the bullseye pretty consistently, even on my first few shots.
- very quiet
- very powerful
My Continuing Use
Over the next few weeks,I continued using the Wildcat for fun, and also to take care of some of the unwanted guest that seem to keep visiting my backyard un-invited.I experimented with different pellets, trying to find the ones that worked best. Some were definitely more accurate than others, but overall, the rifle performed well with everything I fed it. I even took it out to a friend’s farm, where we had more space to shoot. We were hitting targets at 30, even 40 yards, no problem. It’s got some serious power for an air rifle.
My Overall Thoughts
Honestly, I’m really happy with this purchase. The Gamo Wildcat Whisper .22 is a solid, accurate, and surprisingly quiet air rifle. It’s perfect for backyard plinking, and it’s definitely got the power to handle small pests. If you’re looking for a good all-around air rifle, I’d definitely recommend giving this one a look. It’s been a great addition to my collection, and I’m sure it’ll get plenty of use in the years to come.
