Will a 12 year old boy have a problem pulling back the bolt?
1842597
No. It is relatively easy to pull back the bolt. A 12 year old should easily be able to.
1194899
Nothing can be done about that, but what we did was showed the kids how to stand the bolt in the slot they want it in then use the drill to move it into the hole. It worked out better that way because it will always fall out of the drill when you flip it down to drill into the board.
689390
I have just tried to put the puller down to the smallest size I could get it down to 100 cm with eze but it went down to 80 cm but depends on the size of the bolt you are attaching to the smaller the pull the smaller the angle becomes of the legs and hench the smaller the bolt diameter I hope this might help.grham.a
939730
The cocking effort is too strong...maybe15 to 16 years old would be stronger, but even then it may take two hands to cock + it is too heavy for a 12 year old...
278707
The trigger on my 1/2 drive air cat is quite controllable. In truth, I don't have much reason to go into a bolt lightly, but if it were necessary, I feel like it certainly is doable without stripping or twisting off a smaller bolt. Best of luck to you.
1424311
I guess it would depend on the 12 year old. My son is 11 and is able to use it with no problem, but he is strong and tall for 11. If you are talking the average size 12 year old, I would say probably not a problem, but it does take quite a bit of upper body strength.
2185520
I'd guess around 15 lbs, my 8 year old boy can pull it back with a little effort but my 11 year old daughter pulls it back with ease
1143322
For a fully functional male adult, no.But for my 6 year old nephew, he couldn't come close. (was just letting him target practice under supervision)It takes a decent amount of force, but should be no issue for a teen and up. Cocking the slide over and over again doesn't tire me out at all.
1548220
Personally I would not be comfortable letting an eight year old operate this machine. Pulling the lever does not require much strength but you have to step on the load lever to stretch the spring and remain standing on it until you pull the release lever. This requires a little coordination and the lighter you are the more difficult it will be to depress and hold the pedal down. When the lever is released the metal catapult moves quickly and it is not shielded so if you put your hand in the wrong place you could hurt yourself.
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It really depends on how strong he is. It is easy and gets easier when they learn how to manage it. It cocks like a pump-action shotgun. If it is held firmly in your shoulder, it is easy to complete the action.My daughter is 10 years old. She didn't understand how it pumped the first time. Every time after that she has been able to pull it. She didn't put it down at all.
107057
I have the exact same question and have a 7 1/2 year old mechanically minded boy!! KJ
2067250
It depends on the age and size of the child. I think any 12 year old would have no problem whatsoever.
1533884
It's very dangerous. But it's a lot of fun. As many others have pointed out you need to be very diligent in loading it properly and assuring that is assembled correctly. Definitely should buy more bolts!! Personally I find it a great value at under $20.
2264189
it is quite heavy but I believe it will help with stability and aiming. Cocking it should not be an issue for a 12 year old. But keep in mind this rifle IS NOT a toy. It is powerful and that is why I bought it. My yard was over run with squirrels. But not anymore!! I hope this helps. Good luck!
61577
Sorry for the delay.We were away for a while.Yes just loosen the bolt a bit, not too much.
2057851
It does not keep children from playing with it. My grandson "drives" it just fine. He's two and doesn't even know what pullback is. He loves it.
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Yes. My three year old figured if he pulled just right he could pop the spring and it comes off. He doesn't mess with it but that was an interesting day when he showed me.