Umarex MarkPoint .177 Break-Barrel Air Pistol
Spring-powered .177 air pistol with single-stroke break-barrel action. Fires alloy pellets at 395 fps or lead pellets at 300 fps. Features grip safety, manual side safety, rifled barrel, and fixed sights for casual plinking and target shooting.
The Umarex MarkPoint: Simplicity Meets Performance
The Umarex MarkPoint .177 represents an ideal entry point into air pistol shooting. Its straightforward design and reliable performance make it equally at home in the hands of a newcomer or an experienced plinker seeking uncomplicated fun.
Design and Operation
This air pistol employs a single-stroke break-barrel mechanism—one of the most user-friendly actions in the airgun world. The loading sequence is straightforward: grip the pistol body with one hand and the barrel with the other, then execute a firm downstroke to engage the spring piston. Load your pellet, close the action, and you're ready to shoot.
Safety Features
The MarkPoint incorporates two independent safety systems:
- Grip Safety: Located on the backstrap, this safety disengages only when you establish a firm firing grip
- Manual Side Safety: A traditional lever safety that you manually set to fire when ready
These dual safeties ensure responsible handling during loading and target transitions.
Performance Specifications
- Caliber: .177
- Action: Single-stroke break-barrel
- Velocity: Up to 395 fps with alloy pellets; 300 fps with lead pellets
- Barrel: Rifled metal construction for improved accuracy
- Sights: Fixed front and rear for reliable target acquisition
- Trigger: Single-action mechanism
- Grip: Comfortable molded design
Practical Applications
Whether you're punching paper targets, ringing steel, or plinking empty cans in the backyard, the MarkPoint delivers consistent, satisfying performance. Its modest power level makes it ideal for casual shooting without the noise and recoil of firearms.
