For plinking, playing, or even just for show, anyone can find a reason to love the Red Ryder BB gun. It's a timeless treasure that symbolizes summers with friends, bonding with family members, and growing up. If you're shopping for a BB gun guaranteed to please, aim for the best with a Red Ryder.
The Red Ryder at a Glance
Sporting the look of an authentic Western rifle, most people know Red Ryder BB guns when they see one. Today's model stays true to its original 1938 trademark style, with a solid wood forearm and one-of-a-kind engraved wooden stock. The Daisy Red Ryder is intended for shooting at a distance of up to approximately 30 feet. Its gravity-feed magazine holds a maximum of 650 .177-caliber BBs that fire at a velocity of up to 350 feet per second. Each gun comes equipped with all of the customary features, including a saddle ring with leather thong, cross bolt safety (so you won't "shoot your eye out") and an adjustable rear sight. Most can-shootin' BB gun lovers fired their first BB through the smooth bore barrel of a Red Ryder airgun. It makes a great nostalgic gift for BB gun veterans, while its mild-mannered shooting specs make it the perfect starter rifle for beginners. This airgun is a cherished part of American culture that every shooter, young or old, should own. When you need a gift for any occasion, trust tradition and make someone smile with the classic Daisy Red Ryder.
Good First Gun For Kid
I purchased this gun for my daughter to teach her about gun safety and how to shoot. It is overall pretty well made. It only has to be cocked one time and isn't too heavy for her to hold up while aiming. All-in-all a great first gun for children. ~Shane T.
The Sharp-Shooters Behind the Red Ryder
Competitors have come and gone, but no other BB gun could ever take the place of the legendary Red Ryder. Even modern air rifles live in the shadows of this industry giant. Why? Because the Red Ryder is a product that represents generations of memories, and Daisy is a brand that represents durability, affordability and safety. Although the company is best known for the Red Ryder BB gun, Daisy has proven to be a prominent name in the air gun industry as a whole, successfully producing and selling several different lines of models and ammo all while placing itself at the helm of shooting safety initiatives.
It's not hard to figure out why the Red Ryder has dominated the BB gun market for so long---"It's a Daisy!" It's America's favorite BB gun, it's a Daisy and it's available at Airgun Depot.
"Ralphie" photo credit: MGM
How powerful is a Daisy Red Ryder BB gun?
The Red Ryder BB gun shoots a .177 caliber BB that weighs 5.1 grains at 350 feet per second. That makes its muzzle energy about 1.39 foot-pounds of energy.
When using a lead-free frangible BB that weighs 4.35 grains, the muzzle energy changes to 1.18 foot-pounds of energy.
Do they still make the Red Ryder BB gun?
Introduced in 1940, the Red Ryder is still in production, though production was paused during WWII due to materials rationing for the war effort. It is still the most popular airgun manufactured today, outperforming competitors in BB gun sales. Its popularity was reinforced in the 1980s movie A Christmas Story, which has become a cult classic.
What year was the Daisy Red Ryder BB gun introduced?
The Red Ryder BB gun rolled off the production line in March 1940. It has become the longest-running merchandise licensing agreement. Red Ryder was the last of a long string of licensed personalities from the entertainment industry, following such greats as Davy Crockett and Annie Oakley.
