I read 12 reviews on the B392 and everyone tells a different story so I'm more confused than ever. Is this of the quality of the one I had as a kid?
447651
I owned one 40 years ago as a teenager and bought another one through Amazon last year. Amazingly, I found the quality to be the same - built to last and shoots with the same reliability.
447652
If you like to pretend, and remember what a Benjamin "was" back in the day when "Benjamin" actually made these in the USA, then you will be okay in your dreams. However, today, Crosman has bought the Benjamin name, and the "Benjamin 392" is now made in China. It is a disgusting shadow of a Benjamin 392. It will not shoot right, and it breaks down often. But again, you like th pretend world, buy one, and pretend away.
447653
I personally can say that I am very satisfied with my air rifle purchase. So far it seems to hold up to everything I remember as a kid with the one I had then. My brother-in law has an older model from the past and everything looks more or less the same. Being honest I must say that my new air rifle will most likely not come close to the use my older model did. I just don't seem to be as interested in pumping the handle as much! The first two hundred rounds I have fired so far, have been with no problems so far. Hope this helps you with your decision.
447654
Didn't have one as a kid. One of my friends did. This one shoots and operates the same or maybe a bit better. This thing is really accurate.
447655
No, it is not. It's OK but I find the accuracy out of the box is not up to my 'made in the USA' Benjamin 392. I am 73, my Grandfather gave me his gun in 1953. It worked great then, and still works great now. My grandson uses it to hunt squirrels. My advice: find an original, buy it, and never let it go. - Fell disclosure: back in 1980 - my wife sent the gun back to the factory and had the seals replaced. The original leather ones had dried out. Oh, when I was 12 I decided to 'clean' the barrel and stock - That was when I discovered that the black coating on the metal was hiding a solid golden brass barrel. I like the look and have kept it as is. No, the shiny barrel does not have a negative effect. No, it is not. It's OK but I find the accuracy out of the box is not up to my 'made in the USA' Benjamin 392. I am 73, my Grandfather gave me his gun in 1953. It worked great then, and still works great now. My grandson uses it to hunt squirrels. My advice: find an original, buy it, and never let it go. - Fell disclosure: back in 1980 - my wife sent the gun back to the factory and had the seals replaced. The original leather ones had dried out. Oh, when I was 12 I decided to 'clean' the barrel and stock - That was when I discovered that the black coating on the metal was hiding a solid... » Read More No, it is not. It's OK but I find the accuracy out of the box is not up to my 'made in the USA' Benjamin 392. I am 73, my Grandfather gave me his gun in 1953. It worked great then, and still works great now. My grandson uses it to hunt squirrels. My advice: find an original, buy it, and never let it go. - Fell disclosure: back in 1980 - my wife sent the gun back to the factory and had the seals replaced. The original leather ones had dried out. Oh, when I was 12 I decided to 'clean' the barrel and stock - That was when I discovered that the black coating on the metal was hiding a solid golden brass barrel. I like the look and have kept it as is. No, the shiny barrel does not have a negative effect. « Show Less
447656
Yes the quality is there, I am satisfied with mine, a real classic, killed 8 troublesome squirrels
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No its so easy. But the one you see online is not the one you will get. The one pictured is a 1934A not B the B is all gray. I have the one pictured the A model but can't find that one anymore. It's quieter than the B. I have had mine for over 20 years and I would never get a bag less one. I sent mine back and going to try the commercial ones that are red I heard they are a lot quieter. :)
852235
I am an owner, not a merchant. I have the first version which is green and the latest model is blue. I've examined the blue version and cannot find a significant difference between the two, other than cosmetic. I've been using mine a few years and it works great, assuming it is set up correctly with a good blade. The current price shown in the Amazon add is about $100 more than I paid but, that was a few years ago and I didn't get free shipping so, you might want to look at all costs involved.
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I just bought a new one in 2014. The old reviews complained about plastic linkage parts breaking. The new machine I just received has all steel parts in critical areas. I believe the machine has been redesigned and improved. It is now extremely well built. Make sure we are talking about the 1215 machine as Stamina produces cheaper models.
545202
Oh I'm sorry. I though tthis was for a different one. I got the 24 K gold one. That one was a better quality. It was only 99 but now its 300. This one is nice, but....the saxophone broke off the chain after a month or so. I tried getting a new one and then I didn't bother when i got the real gold one.
374276
I believe that mine was. A lot of the problems reviews complained about, mine didn't have. It depends which seller you get it from.
981229
I recently bought the ANC7b after losing my ANC7 headphones (my dumb fault). Although I expected the newer model to have better sound quality, I was disappointed. Mids and highs are more muted, though bass seems more prevalent in the "B" model. I am planning to return the ANC7b model to Amazon, and have found a seller on eBay that has the original ANC7 model for sale.Just my 2 cents...
2056141
I did a lot of research and this is the one I decided to get. Try checking it out at www.dpreview.com. They have excellent reviews and you can do side-by-side comparisons.
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Well I've had mine for almost 2 months now and it still works fine but not a 100%. Ever since I had an airsoft war with my friends using this gun, I've had a ton a problems with it like when I would cock it a couple bbs would fall out and when I would shoot it 2 bbs would come out at the same time and shoot up no matter what bbs you use.So to answer your question if your going to have an airsoft war with it 1-2 days and you will most likely have issues with it but if your going to just screw around with it and like shoot around your house or at your friends then it should last you a few months.I hope I helped :) Well I've had mine for almost 2 months now and it still works fine but not a 100%. Ever since I had an airsoft war with my friends using this gun, I've had a ton a problems with it like when I would cock it a couple bbs would fall out and when I would shoot it 2 bbs would come out at the same time and shoot up no matter what bbs you use.So to answer your question if your going to have an airsoft war with it 1-2 days and you will most likely have issues with it but if your going to just screw around with it and like shoot around your house or at your friends then it should last... » Read More Well I've had mine for almost 2 months now and it still works fine but not a 100%. Ever since I had an airsoft war with my friends using this gun, I've had a ton a problems with it like when I would cock it a couple bbs would fall out and when I would shoot it 2 bbs would come out at the same time and shoot up no matter what bbs you use.So to answer your question if your going to have an airsoft war with it 1-2 days and you will most likely have issues with it but if your going to just screw around with it and like shoot around your house or at your friends then it should last you a few months.I hope I helped :) « Show Less
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I don't know. I was in the market for one of the Magic Bullet gismos like this and found it enlightening to look at ALL the model numbers that MB has put out, and look at the pictures in the auctions. I had to order a wrong one to get my inquistiive side going.
1195949
good question! did you not read ALL THE NEGATIVE feedback about the tobi? you still went & bought one? worst money you ever spent.
707524
What about the DC25? I'm thinking about buying that one. Does it have the same problems as the DC17 or have they improved it? I looked at it's reviews. There's only 9, but they're pretty good.
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Also, I disagree with DJ Defprince, this is one of the few BB that was based on a phone design first as opposed to a PDA. The real problem is that BB quit making the unit several years ago and the ones you buy online are either refurbs or gray market, mostly refurbs. I quit using the model 2 years ago, deciding the diminishing quality wasn't worth the price I was paying.
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I have seen multiple listings for the same products before. I look at each one to compare the difference - some could be newer models. I typically order from the listing if Amazon sells it.As for the comment about buying an Ergo. They are good, a friend bought one, keep in mind that if you have an infant you may need to by the insert as well.Which ever carrier you buy I highly recommend following the instructions or getting help from some one who knows how. We got help from a local business that knew how to use it properly and we have had no issues with the Becco besides putting slip covers over the plastic snaps. I have seen multiple listings for the same products before. I look at each one to compare the difference - some could be newer models. I typically order from the listing if Amazon sells it.As for the comment about buying an Ergo. They are good, a friend bought one, keep in mind that if you have an infant you may need to by the insert as well.Which ever carrier you buy I highly recommend following the instructions or getting help from some one who knows how. We got help from a local business that knew how to use it properly and we have had no issues with the Becco... » Read More I have seen multiple listings for the same products before. I look at each one to compare the difference - some could be newer models. I typically order from the listing if Amazon sells it.As for the comment about buying an Ergo. They are good, a friend bought one, keep in mind that if you have an infant you may need to by the insert as well.Which ever carrier you buy I highly recommend following the instructions or getting help from some one who knows how. We got help from a local business that knew how to use it properly and we have had no issues with the Becco besides putting slip covers over the plastic snaps. « Show Less
139924
I'd send it back. They are all kinda cheap crap, so you probably just got a really crappy one. Too bad they don't make a good one. It'd be worth more if they did.
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Mine has lasted a few years, though I don't use mine everyday, more like every month. All motors bust up when consistantly used, but I'd say for effectiveness it has as a battery powered vibrator and the material itself it is worth it. The material doesn't crack or cause discomfort, maybe sure you let all parts dry before storing. When it comes to buying anything that's mechanical, in general, all cases are different and most eventually wear, but I've had mine for years and it still works. I can tell that mine isn't mechanically in tune anymore, it has an rotor that spins, and mines starting to wear the inside. I can't say if it's going to continue to do so or if it'll just wear out the inner wall a bit and continue working. So it's up to what you think it's worth. But anything mechanical and less expensive, is going to wear out. If it wears out right away then you'd have to inform the company but the chances of that happening are rare. Every company has it's flukes and I'm sure they'll reimburse you if it ever happens(that's what I do when I order something and it's not what it was supposed to be, never had an issue because amazons a tight ship). Anyway mines lasted and works well, if you're still skeptical, I'd say research it over the internet some more and maybe visit some local sex shops for advice on value.
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From the picture, I did not buy the same headset you bought lately. I have however used it in the past and it has been very good and reliable. I turned it over to my granddaughter recently when I bought a cordless headset (it is amazing!!!). Within one day, my granddaughter (age 15) broke the Logitec headset <shrug> Teenagers!