I appreciate all the great info guys. I might have to look into a Beeman down the road. Availability looks pretty thin just now.

Anyhoo, I ordered an RWS 3500 .22 cal, gas piston, along with a Hawke 3-12x44, a one-piece Hawke mount for the 11mm base, and some JSB Diabolo 18.13 gr pellets.

https://www.airgundepot.com/rws-3500-gas-piston-air-rifle-22-caliber.html

I have no experience with a springer type gun, so looking forward to going through that learning curve. Been checking out YT vids to get a grasp on the technique, so I have a starting point.

Shane