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Air Venturi Springfield M1A Underlever .22 Cal. 18.9" Barrel Wood Stock Single Shot
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SKU: SA-M1A-PL22WS-810044820201
Overview
Modeled after a classic U.S. military rifle, this spring-piston air rifle is built for shooters who want a traditional look with a practical underlever design. Its sliding breech offers extra room for pellet loading, while the extendable cocking arm adds leverage for easier cocking. Chambered in .22 caliber and equipped with a single-shot, underlever action, it suits target practice and general airgun use where deliberate, controlled shooting is preferred. The hardwood stock and blade front sight with adjustable rear sight give it a familiar, straightforward feel, though the single-shot setup means it is best suited to paced shooting rather than fast follow-up shots.
Why Hunters Choose the Air Venturi
Authentic M1a-inspired
A hardwood stock and classic
Underlever Action
A sliding breech for easier
Extendable Cocking
Arm adds leverage during the
.22 Caliber,
Single-shot design suited to deliberate
18.9-inch Rifled
Steel barrel and blade front,
Key Features
- .22 caliber underlever, single-shot spring-piston air rifle
- 18.9-inch rifled steel barrel
- Hardwood stock with authentic looks and heft
- Unique sliding breech system for easier pellet loading
- Extendable cocking arm adds leverage during cocking
- Blade front sight with adjustable rear sight
- 800 FPS velocity with pellets
Best Used For
- Collectors and enthusiasts wanting an M1A-inspired underlever air rifle with authentic styling
- Shooters who prefer single-shot pellet loading with a roomy sliding breech design
- Hunters using a .22 caliber spring-piston air rifle for target practice and small-game training
- Users who want an extendable cocking arm for added leverage during cocking
- Outdoor shooters seeking a hardwood-stock air rifle with blade front and adjustable rear sights
Specifications
| Action | Underlever |
|---|---|
| Barrel Length | 18.9" |
| Barrel Type | Rifled steel barrel |
| Caliber | .22 caliber |
| Extendable Cocking Arm | Yes |
| Front Sight | Blade front sight |
| Power Plant | Spring piston |
| Rear Sight | Adjustable rear |
| Shot Capacity | Single shot |
| Sliding Breech System | Yes |
| Stock Material | Hardwood stock |
| Velocity | 800 FPS with pellets |
Pros
- Authentic M1A-inspired styling with a hardwood stock and classic profile
- Underlever action with a sliding breech for easier pellet loading
- Extendable cocking arm adds leverage during the cocking process
- .22 caliber, single-shot design suited to deliberate shooting
- 18.9-inch rifled steel barrel and blade front, adjustable rear sights
- 800 FPS pellet velocity listed in the product specifications
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Single-shot operation means each shot must be loaded individually, which slows follow-up shots and makes it less suited to high-volume plinking.
- The underlever, spring-piston design requires manual cocking before each shot, so it involves more effort than a multi-shot or pre-charged platform.
- The rifle’s authentic looks and heft may be appealing for realism, but they also make it a less compact option for extended carry or quick handling.
- The included blade front sight and adjustable rear sight provide a traditional setup, but this is not a scoped or optics-ready package based on the provided specifications.
Suggested Comparisons
- Spring-piston air rifles
- Underlever air rifles
- .22 caliber air rifles
- Single-shot air rifles
Suggested Accessories
- Pellet tin
- Airgun scope
- Scope mount
- Cleaning kit
Frequently Asked Questions
What caliber is the Air Venturi Springfield M1A air rifle?
It is chambered in .22 caliber.
Is this air rifle single-shot or does it use a magazine?
It is a single-shot underlever air rifle with a sliding breech system for loading pellets.
What type of power plant does it use?
The M1A uses a spring-piston power plant.
What sights are included?
The listed sights are a blade front sight and an adjustable rear sight.
What velocity is listed for this model?
The product data lists 800 FPS velocity with pellets.