Olympic 10m pistol

[Valance]

Is it possible to do Olympic style 10m air pistol shooting in my back garden? What do I need? On a budget?

[PirateJohn]

Sure you can, depending on your local laws about shooting airguns outdoors. You just need a pellet trap and targets, and make sure that the area behind your target won't allow an errant shot to leave your property.

[Gwhite]

If you are on a budget, investigate getting a used pistol. Lots of people take up the sport and either decide it's not for them, or decide to upgrade to a pistol with all the latest bells & whistles. If they are well cared for, a good quality air pistol can shoot well for decades. Try to get one that has good local service support in case it needs an overhaul.

The downside for used pistols is finding one with a grip that fits well. If it's the wrong handedness, too small or too large, factor in the cost of getting a new grip. You can probably recover some of the cost by selling the old grip, but it's not necessarily easy. Getting a very popular pistol (like a Steyr) will help in that regard.

[40xguy]

I have a very nice Hammerli AP20 with extras that I'll sell.
pm if you're interested.